From the Ground Up Books, La Grange, Ky., Looking to Expand 

From the Ground Up Books, La Grange, Ky., is planning to expand its offerings beyond new and used books. WLKY reported that owner Lynn Tincher hopes to transform the bookstore into a vibrant community hub with a café and wine bar by this summer. 

"I started the bookstore literally from the very first book. The community helped me come together. They really came together and supported me," she said.

From the Ground Up Books opened in 2023, and Tincher added a second location in Shepherdsville last May. "I'm really trying to make it a place where people want to come and hang out. So, you could sit here and play checkers or whatever to be able to build on that," she noted.  

The planned expansion will see both locations incorporating a wine bar and café, complete with outdoor seating and a space for live music. She has launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for the expansion at both locations. 

"We're just now getting started. We have just a few handful of donations so far, but I think this is something the community would really like," Tincher said.

On the GoFundMe page, she wrote: "We envision cozy indoor spaces, charming outdoor seating with gazebos, tables, and chairs, plus a dedicated space for musicians to perform. Imagine enjoying a cup of coffee or a glass of wine while diving into a good book or listening to live music under the stars.

"This expansion will also create a central café at our La Grange location to serve both locations, offering delightful beverages, light snacks, and a warm atmosphere to elevate your bookstore experience."

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