Asbury Book Cooperative
Address: 644A Cookman Ave. Asbury Park, NJ 07712
County: Monmouth
Hours during the crawl: Friday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM, then from 7:00 - 9:00 PM (ticketed event from 5:00 - 7:00 PM). Saturday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Sunday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Special Events:
6/5, 5-7 PM: Sound Engineering Class (for teens)
6/5, 7PM: Free live music from local band The Bliss Menagerie.
6/6: free live local musicians all day.
6/7: LGBTQIA : A Pride Reading with: Jackie Domenus, Darcy Jay Gagnon, Beth Boylan, Chris Campanioni, Jerry Portwood, Christopher Gonzalez, Lisa Hartsgrove, and Joseph Lezza.
Special Offerings:
If you spend $50 or more, you will be entered to win a gift basket of books, merch, and a gift card!
Important info:
Sunday, June 7th is the Asbury Park Pride Parade at noon. The store is open (in addition to marching in the parade), but many streets in Asbury Park will be closed and parking will be tricky. The store is located on the parade route. Learn more about the parade and see a map of the route/road closures here. Plan accordingly!
For the reader who…
“who loves to browse to find their next great read.”
Years in business: 7
About our community: Asbury Park is filled with music, food, art, and so much more! Get a cup of delicious coffee from Gold Rush. Best brunch in town is Cardinal Provisions. Snag a Gin & Jam and vegan pizza from Talula's. Check out awesome vintage clothing spots like Shedhead and Rebel Supply. Head down to the beach to play some classic pinball games at Silverball Retro Arcade. Pop by the local watering hole, Kim Marie’s, for a Guinness and fish & chips. If you want excellent Mexican or Spanish cuisine, walk down Main Street and you will not be disappointed. Want to dance? Head to Paradise and catch the most amazing Queens in town.
60% new, 40% used
“The Asbury Book Cooperative (ABC) is an independent nonprofit bookstore serving as a hub for literature and the arts in the heart of Asbury Park. Our mission is to promote literacy, provide access to books and offer a community space for everyone.”
Know before you go…
Parking & transportation
Paid street parking
Paid parking lots/deck
Three minute walk to the Asbury Park train station
Accessibility
Restroom available for paying customers
Fully accessible entrance and store
Children & pets
Has a children’s section
Asbury Park is extremely pet friendly and we love to have pets in the store!
Looking forward to the crawl because…
“we love to be a small part of BIG CRAWL!”