Eagle Eye was abuzz on Saturday, April 26th, when we celebrated both Independent Bookstore Day and our 22nd Birthday.
We pulled out all the stops to celebrate, from exclusive merchandise to activities throughout the store. Shoppers were greeted by a Prize Wheel, which they could spin to win anything from an in-store discount to a chocolate bar. There were also Eagle Eye themed bingo cards, which could be filled out for a chance at another prize or just to get more familiar with the store.
Publishers joined in on the fun too, sending us special editions of books and indie exclusive merchandise. Highlights included a signed edition of the newest Diary of a Wimpy Kid entry, complete with faux-moldy cheese, and some pretty swanky tote bags. There were also snacks o'plenty, including a cookie cake, and the Eagle Eye staff have been happily enjoying the leftovers.
Other bookstores around the city joined in on the celebration too, and there was even a city-wide bingo to encourage readers to visit multiple stores. The bingo items included "Bookstore near a college," "Bookstore that sells used books," and "Bookstore with a pet." The last one ended up being a surprise favorite of Eagle Eye shoppers who had never met Bonnie Ann, our bookshop dog, before, as she was around the store greeting shoppers throughout the day.
Bonnie was not the only dog around the bookstore on the 26th, though. People brought in their dogs to come shop with them, something we are always happy to oblige as a dog friendly store. One gentleman even carried his furry friend around with him in a shopping cart!
Eagle Eye did had over 280 unique sales on the 26th, so it's not a stretch to say it was a great celebration. We couldn't have done it without all of the wonderful shoppers who came to visit, so we'd like to extend an extra special thanks to everyone who came out!
