Congratulations to McLean & Eakin Booksellers, Petoskey, Mich., which celebrated its 25th birthday yesterday. Images from the celebration prep were posted on Facebook, along with an invitation to patrons: "Stop in and celebrate with us for our 25th Anniversary! We're not 'black tie,' but 'black and red' and eating all the treats without you if you're not here! Put your favorite McLean & Eakin memory on our timeline. We just realized that Oprah's book club started all the way back in 1996 for example!"
In its e-newsletter this week, McLean & Eakin wrote: "Celebrate with us all day long with snacks from Petoskey Cheese, Julienne Tomatoes, and more. Meet avid readers from near and far, and share your favorite memory of McLean & Eakin on our in-store customer timeline!"
The bookstore also charted its history, beginning with the shop's founding in 1992 by Julie Norcross. After working at the store for several years together, current co-owners Matt and Jessilynn Norcross purchased the business from Julie in 2009. McLean & Eakin Booksellers has been awarded the Pannell Award (2000) as well as the Haslam Award for Excellence in Bookselling (2004).
"Sincerest thanks to all of the customers who continue to support our independent bookstore, from the booksellers of McLean & Eakin," the bookstore noted. "Here's to another 25 years!"