blue manatee children's bookstore

Saturday, March 6, 2010

manatee story time!

Join us for a special story time to welcome our big mammalian friends

(and store namesakes)

back to the Cincinnati Zoo!

We'll read stories, learn about the manatee release program, and make a fun little manatee craft!

manatee storytime
March 20th at 1:30
Ages 3 and up
Free!

Labels: events, free event, manatees

mana-mation!

Are you interested in animation? Have a story to tell?

Then...

JOIN US FOR MANA-MATION!!

Learn how to create your own short stop-motion animation with our in-house expert, Mandy!
We'll develop our own stories, characters, and short film, which will be posted on our website.

Ages 9+
This will be a two day event- March 7th and March 14th from 1:00- 2:30
$15 per child- includes materials and snack for both dates
Register in advance by calling 731.2665

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Let Loose the Seuss!

What starts at the start and continues to wend?
And then stops fully right at the end?
It can be happy or sad or scary and mad!
It can be funny or cute and rhyme to boot!
That's right! A story is all this in one!
So come to blue manatee and let's have fun!
Let's all honor the master of rhyme!
And get together for a Seuss story time!

Join us for a Seuss Birthday Story Time
March 6 1-1:30
All ages, free event

Sunday, February 7, 2010

February Mother/Daughter Book Club!

We're continuing to "think local" this session by reading Littsie of Cincinnati,
by local author Jinny Powers Berten.
Historical fiction is a great way to learn about the past in a personal and powerful way!

Join us as we discuss Littsie's struggle to find her way in early Cincinnati in the midst of tragedy, adventure, and persistent courageous love.

Feb. 28th 1:30-2:30
ages 7-9, $15
Pre-registration is required as space is limited.

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Imago is back at blue manatee!

Join us Friday, February 26th from 10:30am to 11am
for our NEW monthly story time!
Get in touch with nature through stories, songs, and other fun activities!

This month's theme is Wild Winter Stories!

Learn all about our feathered and furry friends who migrate, hibernate, and take short naps in the winter months.

Free event, ages 2+
www.imagoearth.com

3054 Madison Road
Oakley Square
Cincinnati, OH 45209
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Tens of thousands of truly excellent books, for expectant mothers, babies, teenagers, and everyone in between. We even have books for grownups! We also pride ourselves on our broad non-fiction area, foreign language titles, graphic novels, ecologically-themed books, folktales, and a special 50% off section—browse, browse, browse…
For musing and sharing: Greeting cards, journals, bookmarks, gift enclosures (yes, we wrap—free!).
Fun stuff: Puppets and plush by Folkmanis, Manhattan Toy, Baby Bottoms, Fuzzy Town, and more. We are Cincinnati’s Ugly Doll headquarters!
For the left brain: Bountiful activities, including puzzles, Sudoku, sticker books, art and science kits (OK, your right brain is welcome, too), and dubious, possibly messy endeavors. We have a large selection of Klutz.
For manatee lovers: Show your support with our sublime logo t-shirts, mugs, and more! (read some fun manatee facts, take a manatee quiz, and meditate over manatee mantras!)
Audio: Spoken word (books, folktales, poetry), and of the musical kind: Lullabies, multicultural, classical, and plain ol’ rollicking. We go to great lengths to stock only titles that will not drive adults insane on the fiftieth bedtime/car trip listen.
Video: Classic stories, nature, biography, and more. Come for popcorn, fun, and previews at Manatee Movie Nights, select Thursdays every month (see our event calendar for details).
Resources: for teachers, parents, and students, including special needs, grieving, and adolescent issues.