The Dock Bookshop & Dock Community

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The Dock Bookshop opened in 2008 and is now one of the largest independent, full service, African-American owned bookstores in Texas and the Southwest. Our mission is to inspire, inform, entertain and edu-tain our customers through books and book-related events in a relaxing and spacious environment. More than a bookstore, The Dock Bookshop is a force for good in the community, regularly hosting author talks, poetry & spoken word, children storytime, panel discussions, community meetings, film screenings & more. Call to schedule your next meeting or event at the Dock!

🔥 **EXCITING THINGS ARE HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND!** 🔥There’s something for everyone! Come out, connect, celebrate, and enj...
10/02/2026

🔥 **EXCITING THINGS ARE HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND!** 🔥

There’s something for everyone! Come out, connect, celebrate, and enjoy Harambee Festival in Fort Worth!

🌍 Oct. 2–3 | Harambee Festival
📍 McDonald YMCA, Fort Worth

👑📚 100 Books. 100 Years. An Extraordinary Legacy!The Dock Bookshop and Unity Unlimited, Inc. proudly present the Dr. Opa...
10/02/2026

👑📚 100 Books. 100 Years. An Extraordinary Legacy!

The Dock Bookshop and Unity Unlimited, Inc. proudly present the Dr. Opal Lee Centennial Collection—100 Books for 100 Years: A Legacy of Freedom, Faith, Education & Action.

The full collection will be unveiled October 7 at the United Voices Speaker Series with Michelle Obama, part of Dr. Opal Lee’s 100th birthday celebration!

For nearly two decades, Dr. Opal Lee has been a treasured supporter of The Dock Bookshop and a passionate champion of reading and lifelong learning. Inspired by years of conversations and book requests, we are honored to curate 100 books celebrating her remarkable legacy.

Celebrate a century of purpose—and keep her legacy growing through books. 💜💛

Learn more at DockTexas.com

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Michael Johnson will moderate in place of Hill Harper!A Dallas legend joins the conversation! Four-time...
10/02/2026

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Michael Johnson will moderate in place of Hill Harper!

A Dallas legend joins the conversation! Four-time Olympic gold medalist Michael Johnson will moderate Colin Kaepernick’s Dallas book tour stop for The Perilous Fight. Two trailblazers. One stage. A powerful conversation about courage, conviction, and making an impact beyond sports.

Born in Dallas, Johnson attended Skyline High School before heading to Baylor University in Waco. At the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, he made history as the first man to win both the 200-meter and 400-meter events at a single Olympic Games. Now, he brings his extraordinary perspective to this North Texas conversation!

🗓 October 6 | 7 PM
📍 The Black Academy of Arts and Letters, Dallas

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🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Michael Johnson will moderate in place of Hill Harper🤩A Dallas legend joins the conversation! Four-time...
10/02/2026

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Michael Johnson will moderate in place of Hill Harper🤩

A Dallas legend joins the conversation! Four-time Olympic gold medalist Michael Johnson will moderate Colin Kaepernick’s Dallas book tour stop for The Perilous Fight. Two trailblazers. One stage. A powerful conversation about courage, conviction, and making an impact beyond sports.

Born in Dallas, Johnson attended Skyline High School before heading to Baylor University in Waco. At the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, he made history as the first man to win both the 200-meter and 400-meter events at a single Olympic Games. Now, he brings his extraordinary perspective to this North Texas conversation!

🗓 October 6 | 7 PM
📍 The Black Academy of Arts and Letters, Dallas

Join The Dock Bookshop for an unforgettable evening!

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🌟 Big faith. Young voice. A special morning for North Texas families!The Dock Bookshop & The Potter’s House of Dallas Ch...
10/01/2026

🌟 Big faith. Young voice. A special morning for North Texas families!

The Dock Bookshop & The Potter’s House of Dallas Children’s Ministry present Luke Tillman, author of Finding God Every Day: A 90-Day Devotional by a Kid, for Kids! 📖💜

Bring the kids for a special Children’s Church experience. Let’s celebrate reading, faith, and the power of young voices!

🗓 Sunday, October 11 | 10:00 AM
📍 The Potter’s House of Dallas
6777 W. Kiest Blvd., Dallas, TX 75236
📸 Special Children’s Church • Presentation • Photo Op
🎟 RSVP at DockTexas.com

📚 What happens when a small town’s troubled waters force a mother to make an impossible choice? Discover “Something in t...
10/01/2026

📚 What happens when a small town’s troubled waters force a mother to make an impossible choice? Discover “Something in the Water” with Phyllis R. Dixon (Phyllis R. Dixon ) in a dynamic evening of storytelling, conversation, and community.

Bring your questions, gather your book club, and connect with fellow North Texas readers

🗓 Monday, November 23 | 6:30 PM
📍 Traphene Hickman Library
450 Pioneer Trail, Cedar Hill, TX
🎤 Author Conversation & Audience Q&A
🎟 RSVP now at DockTexas.com

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🗓 Monday, November 23 | 6:30 PM
📍 Traphene Hickman Library
450 Pioneer Trail, Cedar Hill, TX
📸 Moderated Conversation & Photo Op
🎟 RSVP at DockTexas.com

Join us for an evening of books, conversation, and community!

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🏈North Texas—in all its diversity, culture, and communities—the rivalry is ON! Cowboys fans and Eagles fans, get ready f...
10/01/2026

🏈North Texas—in all its diversity, culture, and communities—the rivalry is ON! Cowboys fans and Eagles fans, get ready for the Thanksgiving showdown!

Omar Tyree (Omar Tyree ) has plenty to share!

The rivalry is heating up, and Omar Tyree is coming to Cedar Hill to talk about his new book, “Touchdown in Brazil”, plus some Cowboys–Eagles rivalry talk ahead of NFC East rivalry on Thanksgiving Day 🧆🏈Bring your team pride, your questions, and your love of books Traphene Hickman Library

🗓 Monday, November 23 | 6:30 PM
📍 Traphene Hickman Library
450 Pioneer Trail, Cedar Hill, TX
📸 Moderated Conversation & Photo Op
🎟 RSVP at DockTexas.com

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Who are you rooting for this Thanksgiving? 🏈

📚 North Texas, two powerful literary voices are coming together at The Dock Bookshop!Join Deesha Philyaw for a conversat...
10/01/2026

📚 North Texas, two powerful literary voices are coming together at The Dock Bookshop!

Join Deesha Philyaw for a conversation about “The True Confessions of First Lady Freeman”, alongside Kendra Allen, whose recently released debut novel, “Good Morning Means I Love You”, explores love, motherhood, family, and freedom.

Come for the books. Stay for the conversation!

🗓 Thursday, November 12 | 7 PM
📍 The Dock Bookshop
6637 Meadowbrook Drive, Fort Worth, TX
🎟 RSVP at DockTexas.com

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He built businesses in oil, real estate, and restaurants…NORTH TEXAS! Turn your losses into wins with Tiki Davis at The ...
10/01/2026

He built businesses in oil, real estate, and restaurants…NORTH TEXAS! Turn your losses into wins with Tiki Davis at The Dock Bookshop! 📚✨

In “The Tiki Factor”, Davis shares how he rebuilt his life through devastating loss, accusations, rejection, and isolation. He earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees and found strength in his spiritual partnership with his Creator.

Discover the four principles behind his journey during a moderated conversation and photo op. Foreword by Viola Davis and Julius Tennon.

📅 Saturday, November 7 | 6:00 PM
📍 The Dock Bookshop
6637 Meadowbrook Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76112

***🎟️ RSVP at DockTexas.com ***

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09/30/2026

🔥🎤 IT’S TUESDAY—THAT MEANS DOCK OPEN MIC IS TONIGHT! 🎤🔥
Tonight host: MG Entertainment
Cost: $7

📍 The Dock Bookshop
🗓️ TONIGHT — Tuesday
⏰ 7:30 PM

Poetry. Spoken Word. Music. Comedy. Good vibes. Community.

Come perform. Come listen. Come vibe.
See you tonight at The Dock!

Address

6637 Meadowbrook Drive
Fort Worth, TX
76112

Opening Hours

Tuesday 1pm - 7pm
Wednesday 1pm - 7pm
Thursday 1pm - 7pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 7pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+18174575700

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