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.
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.
Come meet local author Patricia Bossano, purchase a book and get it signed.
Although born in California, Patricia grew up in Ecuador, South America. After a return to the United States in the mid 1980’s and a corporate career in International Sales Operations, she followed her heart and began to write full time.
At present, Patricia is an award-winning full-time artisanal wordsmith and the managing editor of WaterBearer Press, and old-school scribbler of no A.I. philosophical fiction and supernatural escapes, some of them en español.
Love & Homegrown Magic spans seven decades and is a genre-crossing novel with elements of fantasy, spirituality and the paranormal.
In collaboration with Read any 5 books this summer (one needs be from the Summer Reading Catalog), write a 3-4 sentence review of your favorite, win a prize (a free button). This is for all ages.
You can pick up catalogs and index cards (to share the books you read & write your review) at Peninsula Books. When complete, provide to a staff member for your prize and entry into the book bundles.
Everyone who completes it will also be entered into a book bundle raffle. We will have book bundles for all ages.
Come join us for an hour with Peninsula poets Amanda Saeed and MJ. They will share their poetry with the community, friends, and family.Come and listen to their work and don’t forget to buy a book! Amanda’s books are available and signed.
“Message in a Bottle” is an interactive writing/visual arts experience where participants enjoy the wonders of self-expression. You will write a message based on David’s prompts. Then Ellen will guide you in creating an artistically decorated bottle and inserting your written piece to complete the message in a bottle that only you could create!
This FREE event is perfect for a parent-child (10 years and older) bonding experience, but feel free to show up alone and make new friends.
October 2: Unlocking Thousands of Dollars Through Scholarships
Getting into your dream college can feel daunting, especially how to afford school.Join Erica Hernandez, a leading admissions consultant in the Bay Area, for a three-part series to help you understand and plan for college and beyond. She has devoted 15+ years to education and nonprofit leadership, focusing on admissions and financial aid to get students into their dream colleges from Ivy League colleges, UCs, and CSUs and receive the scholarships and grants necessary to attend.
October 2: Unlocking Thousands of Dollars Through Scholarships
Getting into your dream college can feel daunting, especially how to afford school.Join Erica Hernandez, a leading admissions consultant in the Bay Area, for a three-part series to help you understand and plan for college and beyond. She has devoted 15+ years to education and nonprofit leadership, focusing on admissions and financial aid to get students into their dream colleges from Ivy League colleges, UCs, and CSUs and receive the scholarships and grants necessary to attend.
October 2: Unlocking Thousands of Dollars Through Scholarships
Getting into your dream college can feel daunting, especially how to afford school.Join Erica Hernandez, a leading admissions consultant in the Bay Area, for a three-part series to help you understand and plan for college and beyond. She has devoted 15+ years to education and nonprofit leadership, focusing on admissions and financial aid to get students into their dream colleges from Ivy League colleges, UCs, and CSUs and receive the scholarships and grants necessary to attend.
San Mateo Pride is a fun space for all but if you need a break from the fun, join us in the quiet zone. The quiet zone will have free books to enjoy and some quiet activities to decompress before going back into the fun. All books are free to keep.
