Come to storytime with Ms. Bernadette. Hear a story and browse and vote for your Beloved Books. Suitable For Children ages 4 – 8 Years
Book Selections
Madeline by Ludwig Bemelmans
Frog and Toad by Arnold Lobel
James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl
About Ms. Bernadette
Ms. Bernadette lives above the Top of the Hill, plays reading games with kids in local schools, and retired from selling books to grown ups to help them do their jobs better. Let’s find your “Beloved Books.”
Imagine going back in time, 152 million years, to the late Jurassic Period. Meet Andy Cruz, aka dinosaurcomics, a Sacramento-based cartoonist that makes comics about prehistory (Especially DINOSAURS!) and his deep fascination with the natural world for a book signing.
Born and raised in the California Bay Area, Andy enjoys long walks on beaches and drinking milk tea. When he’s not drawing, he’s probably reading comics, watching anime, or throwing Tiger Uppercuts in Muay Thai.
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.
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 raising the next generation with courage, confidence, and compassion.
Whether you’re nurturing your own child’s voice or healing your inner child, this gathering is a reminder that we all have the heart of a warrior — and it’s time to live from it.
What to Expect:
A heartfelt reading of I Have the Heart of a Warrior
Interactive Q&A and community discussion with Leslie
Creative activities for kids and families to explore bravery, boundaries, and voice
Book signing + limited edition warrior gifts
A space of love, healing, and bold transformation
Who It’s For:
Parents and caregivers who want to raise brave, emotionally aware kids
Teachers, therapists, and youth advocates focused on empowerment
Anyone looking to reconnect with their own warrior spirit
Come as you are. Leave feeling empowered, connected, and ready to rise — with your little (or inner) warrior by your side.
Meet Theodore and Jamie on August 30th at Peninsula Books. “Theodore’s Big Day”, is a heartwarming story about a Mini Australian Shepherd dog with a dream to find his furever family. This story is about hope, love, and the joy of finding where you truly belong.
Teddy Bear Clinics are opportunities for children to become familiar and explore medical equipment while they play along real medical professionals. This event aims to help prepare kids for doctors visits or other medical experiences. Children will be provided with the tools to be a doctor, or a nurse, and perform a check-up on a stuffed animal. Join us for a family fun interactive event.
