Little Bee Bookshop events.
Author Storytime!
*This event has been postponed - stay tuned for a new date!
Specializing in silly stories and funny drawings for kids, author/illustrator AJ Smith is passionate about crafting books that will fuel a love of reading. Over the past 20 years, he has scribbled up creative projects for exciting clients like Cartoon Network, Highlights, Kids Can Press, Nat Geo Kids, Nickelodeon, Sesame Street, and Simon & Schuster. AJ lives a bit north of Boston, where he also works as a high school art educator. See more from AJ on his website and follow him on Instagram!
Catnip Mouse is a fast-paced picture book full of tantrums (and tolerance) - a hilarious read-aloud full of (super) silly word play that will have kids snorting with laughs. But it’s also a look at a child’s need for approval and the importance of patience.
There is no cost for this event, but as space is limited, please register here
Storytime with Service Dogs
Join us at the Little Bee for a memorable morning with the kind folks (and the extra-special pups) from the NEADS program, which brings together service dogs with those who need a little extra help navigating our world.
Read more about them and the good work they do on their website
There is no cost for this event, but as space is limited, please register here
It’s a Super Mario Storytime with Strega Mama!
For the first time at Little Bee! Let’s power up, do some stomping and save that princess!!
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Grownup Book Club!
This month we’re reading and discussing The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams
“Inspired by actual events, author Pip Williams has delved into the archives of the Oxford English Dictionary to tell this original story. …a delightful, lyrical, and deeply thought-provoking celebration of words and the power of language to shape the world.”
The book club is currently full, but if you are interested in joining, send an email to Debra at littlebeebookshop@gmail.com, and you will be added to a wait list :-)
Hallo-Wiener Storytime with Strega Mama
We love Dav Pilkey here at Little Bee, and we love Strega Mama, so this Halloween storytime is the perfect match!
Join us for a story, some silly songs and games, and (wait for it…) balloon animals!!
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Halloween Book Launch & Costume Party!
Join us for a costume party and the book launch of “Nonna’s Shoes” by author and illustrator Gloria Cortina-Artis. We will have story time, raffles, crafts, and a spook-tacular time! All are welcome and costumes are encouraged, but not required.
No registration necessary for this event!
Grownup Book Club!
This month we’re discussing Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson
A quirky and wholesome story about loneliness, family and found family. One of our bookseller’s favorites.
The book club is currently full, but if you are interested in joining, send an email to Debra at littlebeebookshop@gmail.com, and you will be added to a wait list :-)
Titles on Tap at Sterling Street Brewery Devens!
We hate to say goodbye to summer, but a book fair will ease our pain (and maybe a brew or two?). We love partnering with Sterling Street Brewery in Devens! This is for the grownups, but with the new autumn schedule just starting, we’ll have a few selections for the kiddos to ease the transition back to school.
Location: Sterling Street Brewery, 65 Jackson Rd., Devens, MA 01434
Books with Bunnies Storytime!
A storytime where you can snuggle bunnies?? Yes please!! Join us on Thursday, August 14 when our friends from Good Pickin’ Farms bring their Books with Bunnies program to Little Bee.
To allow us to bring more programming like this to Little Bee, we are using a “pay what you can” model for this event, with a suggested donation of $8 per child.
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
A House for Hermit Crab Storytime with Strega Mama!
August is all about the beach :-) Join us as Strega Mama helps us find a home for Hermit Crab and maybe we’ll design our own aquarium!
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Blueberries for Sal Storytime with Strega Mama!
Join us for a classic summer story with our favorite storyteller! We may even go on a bear hunt!
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Book Launch! “Annabelle-A-Saurus" by Gloria Cortina-Artis
Join us for a special book launch with local author, Gloria Cortina-Artis! We’ve been carrying Gloria’s books in the shop for some time now (Peas & Carrots, Searching for Mermaids, Space and more!) but this new book about a cake-baking dinosaur may be our favorite yet :-) It’s sure to be a fun morning that you won’t want to miss!
*No registration necessary
Titles on Tap at Sterling Street Brewery!
We’re coming back to Sterling Street Brewery in Devens for another grown-up book fair! Come on by, grab some food, a beverage and stock up on some new reads and fun bookish items!! And to celebrate “school’s out for summer”, we’ll have a selection of books for the kiddos too!
Location: Sterling Street Brewery, 65 Jackson Rd., Devens, MA 01434
Lady Pancake & Sir French Toast Storytime with Strega Mama!
Ooo, la, la! It’s been too long since we’ve spent the morning with our favorite refrigerator pals!
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
It’s a Bluey Storytime with Strega Mama!
It’s Bluey! What else can we say? Come have fun with the sweetest little Australian cartoon dogs ever :-)
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Dragons Love Tacos Storytime with Strega Mama!
Have you ever fed tacos to a Dragon?! Well here’s your chance!!
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Grownup Book Club!
This month we’re discussing A Woman is No Man by Etaf Rum
“This debut novel by a Palestinian-American voice takes us inside the lives of a conservative Arab family living in America.”
The book club is currently full, but if you are interested in joining, send an email to Debra at littlebeebookshop@gmail.com, and you will be added to a wait list :-)
The Wizard of Oz Storytime with Strega Mama!
An encore presentation by Strega Mama, and we can’t wait! We KNOW it’s going to be Wicked fun!!
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Coffee & Bakery Pop Up
Due to unexpected circumstances, the pop up has been cancelled. Stay tuned as we hope to reschedule soon!
Join us as we once again host an in-store pop up with Wonderfully Made Hand Poured Coffee Works and Sunflour Pastries (a nut-free bakery) - two local, small businesses who are excited to share their specialties with you. Drop in any time between 10:00am and 2:00pm to check them out!
Frog and Toad Storytime with Strega Mama!
Join Strega Mama for a morning with Frog and Toad! Start practicing your best froggy voice and perfecting your froggy hops - you’ll need them for this one! :-)
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Grownup Book Club!
This month we’re discussing The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna
“A warm and uplifting novel about an isolated witch whose opportunity to embrace a new family - and a new love - changes the course of her life.”
The book club is currently full, but if you are interested in joining, send an email to Debra at littlebeebookshop@gmail.com, and you will be added to a wait list :-)
Coffee & Bakery Pop Up
Join us as we once again host an in-store pop up with Wonderfully Made Hand Poured Coffee Works and Sunflour Pastries - two local, small businesses who are excited to share their specialties with you. Drop in any time between 11:00am and 2:00pm to check them out!
The Wizard of Oz Storytime with Strega Mama!
A brand new storytime by Strega Mama, and we can’t wait! We have a feeling it’s going to be Wicked fun!!
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Coffee & Bakery Pop Up
Join us as we host an in-store pop up with Wonderfully Made Hand Poured Coffee Works and Sunflour Pastries - two local, small businesses who are excited to share their specialties with you. Drop in any time between 11:00am and 2:00pm to check them out!
A Santa Storytime!
Note: This event is full, but please email littlebeebookshop@gmail.com if you wish to be put on a waitlist
Join us for a magical and cozy night with Santa and Mrs. Claus here at the Little Bee Bookshop! A story, a song, an activity, and then a chance for each child to pose for a picture with Santa (their grownup will be doing the picture-taking). And as we bid you all good night, you will be sent home with cookies and cocoa to go.
There is no charge for this event, but we will be taking donations to help Santa with the cost of feeding his hungry reindeer :-)
*Note: Heads-up to parents that your kiddos may recognize our beloved Strega Mama - she will be filling in for Mrs. Claus, who is busy at the North Pole cooking for all those hungry elves!
Register here today and join in the fun at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Holiday Book & Craft Fair at Sterling Street Brewery
Join us at the beautiful Sterling Street Brewery in Devens for our book and craft event. Grab some drink, some food and get a little holiday shopping done!
Location: Sterling Street Brewery, 65 Jackson Rd., Devens, MA 01434
The Mitten Storytime with Strega Mama!
Join us for one of our all-time favorites, "The MItten" by Jan Brett. Strega Mama will read the story, and then we'll sing some songs, learn a little sign language and play some mitten games :-)
Register here today and join in the fun at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Nutcracker Storytime!
Join us for a classic holiday storytime with dancers from the North Central Youth Ballet!
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Storytime with author J.E. Morris!
When a bear named Orson goes for a walk in the forest one day, he finds a big rock that’s the perfect place to take a nap. The only problem is that another bear named Izzy has also found the rock, and she wants to take a nap there, too. Can they find a way to share? Find out with us as Jenn Morris shares her new picture book, Sharing is Unbearable!
Register here today and join in the fun at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Grownup Book Club!
This month we’re discussing The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon.
Set in Maine in 1789, it is “A gripping historical mystery inspired by the life and diary of Martha Ballard, a renowned 18th-century midwife who defied the legal system and wrote herself into American history.”
The book club is currently full, but if you are interested in joining, send an email to Debra at littlebeebookshop@gmail.com, and you will be added to a wait list :-)
A Thanksgiving Storytime with Strega Mama!
Join us for some pre-Thanksgiving fun with ‘Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving, followed by games and turkey building and dancing (and then a nap??)
Register here today and join in the fun at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Nightmare Before Christmas Storytime with Strega Mama!
It's Spooky Season!! And that means 2 spooky stories in 1 day!! Join us for a special 1:00pm event :-)
Register here today and join us at the Little Bee Bookshop!
Titles on Tap at Sterling Street Brewery!
We’re coming back to Sterling Street Brewery in Devens for another grown-up book fair! Why should the kiddos have all the back-to-school fun? Come on by, grab some food, a beverage and stock up on some new reads and fun bookish items!! (we’ll have a smaller selection of books for kids too)
Location: Sterling Street Brewery, 65 Jackson Rd., Devens, MA 01434