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Dear Reader,
I hope you’re savoring the last sip of the season this year; it’s our first summer at the shop, and it’s a joy to see the way the sunshine and beaming folks stream in!
With the back-to-school spirit in the air, we’d like to appreciate our teachers early in their year: for the month of August, please accept a 15% discount on new and used books found in the shop, and orders from our distributor. Thank you for what you do!
In the spirit of harvest time ahead, I’m going to plant some seeds here, and see if we can reap the rewards in the future…
But first, our calendar of events!
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Introducing, for the first time at Books on B...
Storytime with Aunt Marie
Saturday, August 4th at 10:30am
Munro Leaf’s
Story of Ferdinand
&
Martin Waddell’s
Owl Babies!
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THIS ONE GOES TO ELEVEN!
 Saturday, August 11th, at 11am to noon
ARREE CHUNG reads, talks about, and signs
MIXED!
All the colors together make the most beautiful world,
in Arree’s latest release for our youngest readers!
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Then...
Ukulele Hour
August 11th, 4pm - 5pm
Saturday afternoon,
August 11th, from 4pm to our close of 5pm
live ukulele by the immensely talented Safiyah,
our youngest talent thus far!
(Click on the image to check out her YouTube channel!) |
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Thursday, August 16th
we’ll be open until 8pm
for the last
Downtown Street Party of 2018!
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 Storytime with Grandma Alva!
Saturday, August 18th at 10:30am
Grandma Alma reads Gene Zion’s
HARRY the Dirty Dog
If we’re lucky,
she’ll bring her very well-behaved puppy,
Betty Boop! |
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Meet the author...
Pregnancy Brain with Parijat Deshpande, MS
Saturday, August 18th, 4-5pm & 5:30-7pm
 Join us for either a public book signing or an exclusive reading with plenty of time to buy the book and connect with local, best-selling author, Parijat Deshpande, MS.
Parijat Deshpande is the leading high-risk pregnancy expert, perinatal mind-body wellness counselor, speaker, and author who guides women to quickly and effectively release their stress during their high-risk pregnancy so they can manage their complications and give their baby a strong start to life.
She is also the host of the popular podcast Delivering Miracles®, that discusses the real, raw side of family-building including infertility, loss, high-risk pregnancy, bed rest, prematurity and healing once baby comes home.
An empowering approach to managing stress quickly and effectively
during a high-risk pregnancy.
 In a refreshingly down-to-earth book, Pregnancy Brain shows:
>> How mental and emotional stress translate into physiological changes during pregnancy predisposing you to pregnancy complications
>> The power of a self-repair mechanism that's naturally built into your body can help manage and prevent pregnancy complications
>> The difference between anxiety and fear and why that matters for pregnancy health
>> How reshaping your relationship and experience of your body can turn off the stress response (which underlies pregnancy complications)
>> How trusting the "early warning whispers" from your body can impact the course of your pregnancy
>> How to build a rock-solid medical team that alleviates — instead of exacerbates — anxiety
By the end of Pregnancy Brain, you'll find a radical new model for stress management for a healthy pregnancy. You'll understand how much power your body has to help you get through your high-risk pregnancy and how you can help your body stay pregnant as long as possible. Through gentle exercises and tools designed to swiftly manage your stress, Pregnancy Brain offers hope for creating miracles during a complicated pregnancy.
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Coffee with a Cop
Wednesday, August 22nd, noon - 2pm
Join the Hayward Police Department for coffee and conversation. This is an informal gathering which will give you the opportunity to ask questions and voice any concerns you may have.
Look forward to seeing you there!
For more information:
Gale Bleth, Crime Prevention Specialist
510-293-7151, gale.bleth@hayward-ca.gov
 Women's Circle
Wednesday, August 22nd, 7pm - 9pm
It’s time for another Women’s Circle with Shanna!
The first circle is always free. After that, all drop in circles will be $20 or members can pay a monthly fee of $35. There will be snacks and refreshments, fun activities, and, of course, inspiring stories!
Make sure you let her know you can make it, please rsvp to: shanna@femmeunfiltered.com
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Storytime with Sara!
Friday, August 24th, 10:30am
Council Member
and Mistress of The Silly Voices Sara Lamnin
will read from Arnold Lobel’s classic
Mouse Tales
Start your weekend early with us! |
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Final thoughts…
Now, if you’ve read this far — THANK YOU!
Here are the three seeds I want to plant in your minds and hearts:
- I’d love to have storytime become a fixed feature at the shop — weekdays, Saturdays, and perhaps a bilingual reading? If the storyteller in you would like to give it a try, start thinking of your favorite tale, and then reply to this email!
- Are you a local artist looking for a place to showcase your wares? My beautiful counter has lovely glass cases that have been showcasing jewelry and memorabilia. I'd love to open up the space to the talented artisans among you with (fairly small) items for sale. I'm gathering information from interested parties, please click here for details and to provide me with your contact information.
- Then, the biggest seed: I’d like to showcase the tastes and passions of our community — I’m putting the call out for your Top 10 Book Recommendations! One Books on B Reader will be showcased per month, and your recommendations will be displayed throughout the shop. Click here for details and to be considered.
See you at the shop, dear readers.
Love,
Renee
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