Spellbound Bookshop, will host its grand opening celebration on Black Friday, November 28, at 37 W Lafayette Sq. in LaGrange, Ga. The 1,000-square-foot shop, owned by Ruth and Ty Heckendorf, will feature new books in every genre, as well as a wide selection of gifts and novelty items. A soft launch is scheduled for November 21.
The space will "include a comfortable seating area and a children's play space with a train table," Business Debut reported, adding that Spellbound Bookshop will also host community events such as children's story times, book clubs, yoga sessions, and "mommy and me" gatherings and, when weather allows, yoga and other events outdoors across from the square.
Ruth Heckendorf told Business Debut that she and her husband want to create "a magical and cozy place that feels welcoming to everyone." Her goal is to make the shop a comfortable "third space" for the LaGrange community: "I hope it's a safe place to hang out, exchange ideas, and meet new friends."
Noting that Spellbound Bookshop is a true family effort, Ruth Heckendorf said their five-year-old son Henry helps choose children's merchandise and their one-year-old daughter Trenson "is helping us baby-proof the store for future one-year-olds."