Rabbit Books and Bar sets opening weekend for July 24-26 on Avenue A

Photo and reporting by Stacie Joy

Rabbit Books and Bar, the incoming independent bookstore and café at 170 Avenue A at 11th Street, has set its grand opening weekend for July 24-26. 

Owners Marianna Vaidman Stone (above right) and her daughter Emily Samara Stone announced the dates on Instagram yesterday. 

According to the owners, opening weekend visitors will have access to limited-edition merchandise and can become "Founding Readers," a membership that includes future perks and special offers. 

We first spoke with Marianna and Emily in late May about their plans for the space, which will offer new and used books, coffee, beer, wine and community events. 

Previously on EV Grieve:

• A mother-daughter-owned bookstore bar is coming to Avenue A 

• Rabbit Books and Bar owners share an update ahead of a mid-July opening on Avenue A