Bookmans will be holding down a booth and giving away goodies at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, Dec. 6th and Sunday, Dec. 7th for the Festival of the Wise Conference & Exhibition.

From the Festival of the Wise website:

Festival of the Wise is the first event of its kind bringing together a dynamic conference program - of more than 40 thought-provoking presentations from some of the nations leading experts - with the fun-filled atmosphere of a festival, including unique master artisans and phenomonal music from the 60s & 70s.

Guests speakers include Monster.com founder Jeff Taylor, Dotsie Bregel, Paula Webb, authors Pat Burns and Matt Thornhill, and many more, and panels will cover topics including finances, legacy, and community service. Activities range from a women's fashion show to a muscle car rally to live music from Beatles tribute band The BackBeats, the C.C. Ryder Express, and Rhythm Fire.

Weekend passes are $35, single day $25.50 in advance, or $40 weekend, $26 single at the door. If you buy your weekend pass online, you can use the promo code "bookmans" and receive $5 off! Visit the Festival of the Wise website for more information.