When Lauren returns home to her flat in London late one night, she is greeted at the door by her husband, Michael. There's only one problem--she's not married. She's never seen this man before in her life. But according to her friends, her much-improved decor, and the photos on her phone, they've been together for […]
Vroman’s Bookstore partners with Pasadena Playhouse for a special edition of Storytime with Mr. Steve. Enjoy Wheels on the Bus before Pasadena Playhouse opens its interactive musical experience for toddlers and preschoolers.
In this captivating, heartfelt dual memoir, Christina Vo and her father, Nghia M. Vo, delve into themes of their identity, heritage, and the tragic multi-generational ordeals of war, with intertwined stories that present a multifaceted portrayal of Vietnam and its profound influence on shaping both familial bonds and individual identities across time. Nghia M. Vo left Vietnam in […]
From Pulitzer Prize-winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen and illustrator Minnie Phan comes an unforgettable story of a Vietnamese American girl whose life is transformed by a wildfire. When Simone is awakened by her mom as a wildfire threatens their home, it is the beginning of a life-changing journey. On their way to take shelter in a […]
The answer to the biggest question of her life lies in someone else's past. Shea Anderson's beloved Nonna had endless rules for a happy, healthy life: avoid owls, never put a hat on a bed, and never, ever accept a marriage proposal that comes with an heirloom ring. Happily ever after is hard enough without bad karma in the […]
Celebrate Children’s Book Week with Vroman’s–May 6th-12th! Children’s Book Week is a national week-long event that celebrates books for young readers. 2024 is the 105th anniversary of this beloved program, and this year’s event slogan is No Rules. Just Read. Join us for a special event on Wednesday, May 8th at 11am. We will have […]
Embrace empathy as your superpower for transformative personal healing, deeper relationships, and more potent work in the world. Empathy is no weakness―it holds transformative power to heal ourselves, strengthen our relationships, and amplify our purpose. Dr. Judith Orloff, known for landmark works like The Empath's Survival Guide, shares an essential new resource for cultivating empathy as […]
The Far Side of the Desert: A terrorist attack--a Kidnapping--the ultimate vacation gone Wrong Sisters Samantha and Monte Waters are vacationing together in Santiago de Compostela, Spain, enjoying a festival and planning to meet with their brother, Cal--but the idyllic plans are short-lived. When terrorists' attacks rock the city around them, Monte, a U.S. foreign […]
In 1917, at the dawn of the Chinese Revolution, Yunhong grew up in the southern China countryside and fell deeply in love with the son of a wealthy landlord despite her brother's objections. On the night of her wedding, her brother destroys the marriage before it has even lasted a day and irrevocably changes the […]
A captivating family history that illustrates how small actions can have an outsized political impact. Small acts of courage matter. Sometimes, they change the world. Our history books are filled with the stories of those who fought for democracy and freedom--for idealism itself--against all odds, from Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela to Rev. Martin Luther […]
$100.00 per person Daniel brings more than 40 years of experience in Bonsai care and cultivation. He has created and cared for Bonsai in Australia, the UK, and the US. You'll repot, trim, and wire your own Japanese garden! As part of our ongoing Bonsai series, Daniel will take you through the process of creating […]
For fans of Last Stop on Market Street, an uplifting story about a boy who stays true to his biggest dream while finding the magic in every moment. Some people dream of perfect waves, fancy castles, or piloting a plane. Others dream of someone to laugh and play with all day long. Some just dream of […]
Discover how the Jewish community celebrates Shabbat at an interactive storytime on Saturday, May 18th, at 10:30 AM. Join award-winning recording artist Karen Golden for a delightful session, followed by a sensory playcraft where you can learn to make salt-dough challah. You might even pick up a little Hebrew and Yiddish! Admission is free for […]
The perfect primer for kids ages 8-12, A Child's Introduction to Asian American and Pacific Islander History is packed with remarkable stories, groundbreaking events, and inspirational people, that have made a lasting impact on the history and culture of the United States. The latest entry in the award-winning Child's Introduction series is an inspirational and […]
When Vin Scully passed away in 2022, the city of Los Angeles lost its soundtrack. If you were able to deliver a eulogy for him, what might it be? What impact did he have on you? What do you carry forward from his legacy? Sixty-seven essayists-one representing each season of his career calling games for […]
On January 28, 1986, just seventy-three seconds into flight, the space shuttle Challenger broke apart over the Atlantic Ocean, killing all seven people on board. Millions of Americans witnessed the tragic deaths of the crew, which included New Hampshire schoolteacher Christa McAuliffe. Like the assassination of JFK, the Challenger disaster is a defining moment in twentieth-century history--one that forever […]
Southern California Children's Museum Storytime & Craft: Featured Story: Lon PoPo by Ed Young. Each week during Story & Craft, we bring stories to life through arts and crafts! Perfect for our toddler to kindergarten friends, this weekly program exposes kids to various authors, illustrators, cultures, and diverse characters through stories, play, crafts, and songs! Enjoy […]
Southern California Children's Museum Storytime & Craft: Featured Story: Lon PoPo by Ed Young. Each week during Story & Craft, we bring stories to life through arts and crafts! Perfect for our toddler to kindergarten friends, this weekly program exposes kids to various authors, illustrators, cultures, and diverse characters through stories, play, crafts, and songs! Enjoy […]
Share in the joyful, adventure-filled shenanigans of a child growing up in a small mud hut in Inner Mongolia in this charming, illustrated memoir for young middle-grade readers. Growing up in Inner Mongolia, Jin Wang was rambunctious and boisterous and did not always listen to her Ma. Jin and her family were poor, but like […]
Featured Story: The Night World by Mordicai Gerstein courtesy of PJ Library. Each week during Story & Craft, bring stories to life through arts and crafts! Perfect for toddler to kindergarten friends, this weekly program exposes kids to various authors, illustrators, cultures, and diverse characters through stories, play, crafts, and songs! Enjoy cultural lessons driven by heritage […]
Featured Story: The Night World by Mordicai Gerstein courtesy of PJ Library. Each week during Story & Craft, bring stories to life through arts and crafts! Perfect for toddler to kindergarten friends, this weekly program exposes kids to various authors, illustrators, cultures, and diverse characters through stories, play, crafts, and songs! Enjoy cultural lessons driven by heritage […]
Celebrate a century of good times on the Santa Monica Pier, with the revised edition of Santa Monica Pier: America's Last Great Pleasure Pier! Vintage images and magnificent color photos capture this beloved international icon at its very best, now updated with more images and information than ever before. Its dramatic story of survival --fighting Mother […]
Beloved food historian and chef George Geary is back with even more remarkable stories of the countless international chains that started in the Golden State. Ruby's Diner. Panda Express. Yogurtland. Wetzel's Pretzels. The Cheesecake Factory. California Pizza Kitchen. These and many more iconic American culinary establishments have their roots in California. Focusing on the years […]
A lyrical and charming picture book about making the most of your one precious life, from Grammy Award-winning co-founders of Pentatonix Scott Hoying & Mark Hoying. Born into a world of endless skies, natural wonders, and friends waiting to be found mayfly, with only a single day to live, flies high into the beauty of […]
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