TOO GOOD TO GO PARTNERS WITH SOHLA EL-WAYLLY TO CHAMPION THIRD PLACES AND INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORES

The multi-city initiative spotlights neighborhood gathering spots across the U.S. and Canada to foster offline connection.

NEW YORK, Nov. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Amid widespread screen fatigue and a hunger for real-world connection, people are increasingly rediscovering the value of physical gathering spaces. Data from the Survey Center on American Life shows that a majority of young adults (52%) regularly visit local "third places" outside of home and work. This cultural shift is reflected in the revival of independent bookstores across the U.S. According to the American Booksellers Association, new independent bookstore openings surged 87% year-over-year.