ST. CHARLES, Mo. — A new independent bookshop on West Clay Street is combining bookselling with an evening gathering space, adding another business model to the city’s retail mix.

Tomes & Tonics, founded by sisters Sarah and Julie Davison, is open at 2454 West Clay Street. The St. Charles Regional Chamber scheduled its official welcome for Thursday, November 5.

The business says it serves adults 18 and older, with new and used books, gifts and reading accessories. Its drinks include coffee, soda, mocktails, cocktails and wine. Two spaces are available for private gatherings such as book clubs and community meetings.

The owners are also accepting submissions from local authors and artists through consignment programs. Planned activities include crafts, games and group storytelling; individual events should be checked against the shop’s current schedule.

Posted hours are 2–11 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Sunday. It is closed Monday.

The age restriction is worth knowing before visiting: this is an adult-focused bookstore and gathering space rather than a children’s bookstore.