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02/06/2026

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IT'S SURE TO BE A GREAT SHOW!

02/06/2026

🎸✨ Julie Baker Live at the Bathurst Bookfair ✨🎸
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of live music with Julie Baker at the Bathurst Bookfair .

A talented singer, songwriter, and guitarist, Julie brings an eclectic mix of music to the stage, combining powerful vocals, edgy guitar work, and creative looping techniques. Having performed extensively in the UK for over a decade and shared stages with renowned South African band The Parlotones, Julie is a seasoned performer with a unique sound all her own.

Expect a mix of favourite songs and original material as Julie brings her musical storytelling to the heart of the Bookfair.

📍 Historic Pig and Whistle Inn, stage in the garden
📅 Saturday, 6 June 2026 @ 17:00
📅 Sunday 7 June 2026 @ 15:00
🎟 R180 per person

02/06/2026

Join Pearl Bake & Sew and Majes Kay Chili Sauces at the Bathurst Bookfair 2026 for a celebration of handmade craftsmanship and delicious homemade treats.
Visit us at Settlers Square, Bathurst, from 5–7 June 2026, where you'll discover:
🧵 Handmade Bags & Sewing Creations – Unique, handcrafted bags and sewn items made with care.
🍞 Freshly Baked Treats – Homemade breads, biscuits, confectionery, and pantry favourites.
🌶️ Homemade Chili Sauces – A variety of flavourful chili sauces, preserves, and locally made condiments.
Supporting local makers has never been tastier! Browse beautiful handmade treasures, sample delicious homemade products, and enjoy the warm community spirit of the Bathurst Bookfair.
📍 Settlers Square, Bathurst
📅 5–7 June 2026
📞 Orders & Enquiries: 064 681 8315
Handmade with care • Freshly baked • Proudly local
Good food. Handmade treasures. Local flavour. ✨

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

📚 Bargain Books SA at the Bathurst Bookfair 2026! 📚
We’re delighted to welcome Bargain Books to the Bathurst Bookfair 2026!

Known for their incredible range, great value, and passion for books, Bargain Books will be bringing a fantastic selection of titles for readers of all ages. Whether you’re searching for a bestselling novel, a children’s favourite, an inspiring non-fiction read, or the perfect gift, you’re sure to find something to take home.

📍 Find Bargain Books at Settlers Square
📅 Sunday, 7 June 2026

Come browse, discover your next great read, and enjoy a wonderful day celebrating books in the heart of Bathurst.

📚 Bathurst Bookfair 2026
A Village of Stories

01/06/2026

Book Presentation & Q&A: "You Are Not Your Reaction" by Alaric Heim. Ever feel like you react before you even have time to think?

Join us at The Stables this weekend to meet author Alaric Heim as he introduces his new self-leadership book, "You Are Not Your Reaction: The ANCHOR Method."

Built on neuroscience and a practical live curriculum, this book offers a six-principle framework designed to help you widen the gap between stimulus and response, allowing you to stop reacting and start choosing. Whether you are looking to navigate difficult conversations, handle pressure better, or lead with more intention, this session is for you.

Alaric will have information sheets available detailing the book's concepts and will host an open Q&A for interested attendees to discuss the practical steps of the ANCHOR Method.

Event Details: Bathurst Bookfair 2026
Location: The Stables
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Presentation & Q&A)
Sunday: All Day (Information & Discussion)

Stop reacting. Start choosing.

01/06/2026

Author & Publisher Feature: Chirag Patel
Join us at the Bathurst Bookfair 2026 to meet multi-faceted author, publisher, and audiobook narrator Chirag Patel. With over ten years of publishing experience, Chirag is the managing editor of Brimin & Blainn. Writing and narrating under the pen name Charles Featherstone, his diverse portfolio spans hard historical fiction, Daoist texts, punk retrospectives, gardening, and Stoic classics.

Where to Find Him: The Stables
Book Sales & Signing: Saturday (until 2:00 PM) & Sunday (All Day). Stop by his table to browse and purchase copies of his featured titles.

Presentation Schedule:

Grahamstown's Greatest Eccentric
Saturday, 9:30 AM
Featured Book: Emperor Norton I: The True Story of the 1820 Settler who Became Emperor of the United States and Protector of Mexico (1860-1880)
Discover the chaotic history of the early settler period through the life of Joshua Norton. Raised amid the Frontier wars, Norton eventually moved to America and became a massive tabloid celebrity, proclaiming himself Emperor of the United States. This talk explores the real-world environment that forged history’s most eccentric character.

The Dirty Tricks That Win Arguments
Sunday, 10:00 AM
Featured Book: A Weaponised Field Guide to Schopenhauer's Art of Being Right
Arthur Schopenhauer was history’s most famous pessimist. He detailed 37 dirty tricks people use to win arguments even when they know they are wrong. This session explores "eristic debate" (from standard ad hominem attacks to subtle false syllogisms) and teaches you how to take back control of any argument.

The Book Everyone Needs, Sooner or Later
Sunday, 12:00 PM
Featured Book: Dying Ways by Dale Heim (co-authored with Chirag Patel)
A compassionate and vital look at the human reality of final journeys. At 76, Dale Heim has partnered with Chirag to share stories from her career, aiming to break the silence surrounding death and provide practical ways to open difficult family discussions. Both authors will be present to discuss the journey of writing this essential book.

Don't miss the chance to catch these distinct talks, meet the author, and browse these titles at The Stables. See you there!

01/06/2026

🍪📚 Nazley’s Cookie Co at the Bathurst Bookfair 2026! 📚🍪
Indulge your sweet tooth with Nazley’s Cookie Co and their irresistible range of gourmet stuffed cookies, freshly baked and packed with delicious fillings. From the rich flavours of Biscoff, Red Velvet Cheesecake, and Peppermint Crisp to favourites like Milk Tart, Cookies & Cream, Salted Caramel, Carrot Cake, and Tiramisu, there’s a cookie for every craving.

Visit Nazley’s Cookie Co at The Village Green , Bathurst. Throughout the Bathurst Bookfair, 5–7 June 2026, and treat yourself to one (or a box!) of these handcrafted delights. Perfect with a cup of coffee while exploring the Bookfair’s books, markets, and village attractions.

📍 Village Green, Bathurst
📅 Friday 5 June – Sunday 7 June 2026
🍪 8 Incredible Flavours Available
📞 Orders & Enquiries: 073 864 4170

Freshly Baked • Handmade • Gourmet Stuffed Cookies ✨🍪📚