What we’re about
Philosophers & Fools is a cozy neighborhood bookstore bar in Charleston, SC. We host community events for the community to enjoy from game nights like trivia and bingo to educational lectures. These events are free to attend. Food and beverage are available to purchase, as well as the books. We want to provide Charleston a third place to gather, connect and learn.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Poetry Reading with Marcus AmakerPhilosophers & Fools, Charleston, SC
Philosophers & Fools is excited to welcome Marcus Amaker to the store on Sunday, June 22 and 3:00pm. Marcus will read from his newest poetry book, we deserve a world without war.
Free to attend. Food & beverage for purchase. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and Marcus' will be around to sign them.
Marcus Amaker is Charleston’s first Poet Laureate, an opera librettist, and an Academy of American Poets fellow. In 2024, he was inducted into the S.C. Literary Hall of Fame and included on a list of favorite poets in America by Literary Hub and WildSam. He’s published ten books, released 43 albums of electronic music and three albums with a two-time Grammy Award winner.
