Join TherActivist discussion their book, activism as part of our Pride festivities. They will answer questions and sign copies of their books. The TherActivist: They/ Them/ Theirs book and documentary project shines light on the intersections of identity, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging; gender expression and social justice activism against the backdrop of anti-Black racism, […]
Chef Ava Marie has 18 years of culinary experience. She does live demos and was a World Food Championships dessert finalist in 2018. She has been featured on KQED’s Check Please Bay Area, KRON 4's Live! In the Bay and hosts a podcast, Chef Ava Marie Happy Hour Podcast. Most recently, South San Francisco’s Mayor […]
J.R Rice, a Black man born in Oakland, with a passion for writing, teaching, and spoken word artistry has always been captivated by the power of words and their ability to inspire, motivate and transform lives. J.R traveled abroad to Greece, where he had the honor of being mentored by the renowned author, George Crane. […]
Local author, Shauna Lobre has spent most of her adult life working with children. From a preschool teacher to a pediatric ICU nurse for 34 years, she saw how stories made children smile. Along with raising her own three boys, she knew Fred & Ted would be her first book. They drew her into the […]
Created by acclaimed and multi-award-winning American folk singer/songwriter Kathy Sherman and San Francisco-based illustrator Torey Butner, ‘Too Many Moose!’ is a fun and silly story about the biggest family gathering you’re ever likely to see. Join us at a book reading (storytime) and signing plus Kathy will be leading us in songs and Torey will […]
Meet author Nikhil Prabala and ask questions about his debut novel the Duchess of Kokora. He will answer questions and sign your book. Come out and say hi.
Come meet local Bay Area Author, Donna Levin, as she discusses her new book, Talking Stick.
The Balikbayan Artist and Other Chismis in the Filipino Diaspora Saturday, March 15th 6-7:30pm Join us for a book party to celebrate the U.S. launch of Eileen R. Tabios’ The Balikbayan Artist hosted by the Peninsula Book Collaborative with PAWA & friends: Edwin Lozada, Beverly Parayno, Dina Klarisse, Aileen Cassinetto, & Melinda Luisa de Jesús […]
Celebrate the launch of Kerry Donoghue’s provocative debut, MOUTH, highlighting the ways we consume—from the drinks we can't put down to the lovers we can’t resist—revealing deeper hungers we often keep hidden. A competitive eater, a rodeo clown, a pearl diver, and a mermaid-in-training are just a few of the outsiders in this collection of […]
I Have the Heart of a Warrior – Book Launch & Community Gathering Join us for an inspiring and heart-centered celebration of I Have the Heart of a Warrior, the newest children's empowerment book by author, humanitarian, and speaker Leslie Lew. This powerful event is for parents, educators, caregivers, and conscious community members who believe in […]
Join author Chanchal Garg in conversation with Mansi Goel to discuss Chanchal's new book "Unearthed" and her journey of healing. Hope to see you here. --- Chanchal Garg is a speaker, executive coach and facilitator at The Stanford Graduate Business School. She is also the author of Unearthed: The Lies We Carry & The Truths […]
Join author Victoria Fong for a Spooky Storytime on Sunday, October 26th. She will read her book, "The Legend of Sutro Tower" then we will have a costume contest and there will be treats for all. See you there.