The holiday season is upon us here in Amarillo. It's a time for family, friends, dinners, and parties. Oh, and it's also about shopping and finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list. When it comes to those in your life, everyone is different and unique. That can bring on the holiday shopping stress.

The good news is holiday shopping doesn't have to be stressful; in fact, it should be fun, festive, and full of happiness. One of those fun and festive shopping trips should be for those book lovers in your life, including yourself.

Why Adult Book Fairs Are Becoming Popular

It seems more and more adult book fairs are becoming popular because reading books is a great pastime and escape. Plus, buying books with adult money is fun. There's a fun and festive event happening at The Barfield in Amarillo.

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Chapters of Cheer at The Barfield: Event Details

Don't miss out on the Chapters of Cheer.  It's a holiday book fair for adults. The event will take place at The Barfield Hotel at 600 S. Polk on Wednesday, December 3, from 4 to 7 pm.

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What You Can Shop and Experience

You'll be able to find curated books and a great selection of gifts for just about everyone on your list, and of course, gifts for yourself. Plus, you won't have to worry about wrapping your gifts because they will have complimentary gift wrapping, so all you have to do is put the gift under the tree.

Meet Santa and Enjoy Signature Cocktails

Santa will be on site for photos; even adults deserve to tell Santa what they want for Christmas. Plus, you can enjoy fun signature cocktails inside the speakeasy.

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Chapters of Cheer Ticket Information

This event is in conjunction with From 6th Collective and Burrowing Owl Books. Tickets are $10 and include a complimentary cocktail and a personalized gift. Reserve your ticket here.

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It's time to enjoy the holidays and dive into a fun book and gift shopping event with your friends!

The Barfield Hotel: At The Heart of Historic Route 66 and Polk Street

The Barfield Hotel was built into a historic building in Downtown Amarillo that shows some of the charm of the Panhandle while remembering the days of speakeasies and prohibition

Gallery Credit: Michael Rivera

LOOK: The Barfield Through the Years

Check out the Barfield Building's transition from 'eyesore' to 'eyeshine', thanks to the magic of Google Maps!

Gallery Credit: Sarah Clark/TSM

Books That Use Amarillo or the Texas Panhandle as a Setting

Amarillo and the Texas Panhandle is a great city with great history. When it comes to the literary world, it is always great to see our area represented in books.

Here is a great list where Amarillo and/or the Texas Panhandle is used as a setting or mentioned in a book.

Gallery Credit: Lori Crofford