Tri-Cities, Washington
Folklore Society is a nonprofit that brings the bar to the bookshelf. Find us at literary events across the Tri-Cities — pouring drinks and adding that extra touch that makes a great event truly memorable.
The best conversations start with a book and end with another round.
What we do
We hold WSLCB Special Occasion Licenses so we can legally serve beer, wine, and cocktails at literary events. When the community gathers, we make sure there's something in your glass.
We show up at book releases, readings, and community gatherings across the Tri-Cities. We're not the organizers — we're the ones who bring the drinks and add that extra touch that turns a great event into a memorable one.
Our proceeds support the local literary community — the authors, independent bookstores, and organizations putting books in the hands of Tri-Cities readers.
Where to find us
Spring book release party
We'll be on hand pouring beer and wine at this spring release event in the Tri-Cities. Come celebrate local authors and pick up something new to read.
Summer reading kickoff
A community reading event we're proud to support. We'll be there with drinks while the Tri-Cities kicks off summer with books, authors, and good company.
We'll be at events all year. Sign up and we'll let you know when and where to find us next.
Get notifiedWe post event updates and announcements on social.
About us
"We're not the event planners — we're the ones who make sure there's something worth drinking while you celebrate a great book."
Folklore Society was founded in 2026 to fill a specific and important role in the Tri-Cities literary community: licensed, responsible beverage service at the events that bring readers and writers together.
We partner with local bookstores and event organizers to show up where the community gathers — pouring drinks and adding that extra touch that makes every literary event one worth staying late for.
We're organized as a Washington nonprofit corporation and are pursuing federal 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Our proceeds go back into supporting the local literary community.
Questions? Reach us at hello@folkloresocietywa.org
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