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 It's March and not quite green outside yet, but we have plenty of green inside Wellesley Booksmith. In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, Lorna, our fabulous book buyer, has put together a great display of books to celebrate the luck o' the Irish. Whether you are searching for a recipe for Irish stew, a great Irish author (Colm Toibin for example), or a few shamrock Gel Gems to stick on the window, it's all together at the front of the store. So grab a four-leaf clover good luck charm, a green beer, and a good book and have a Happy St. Patrick's Day!
This Saturday, don't miss your chance to meet Kelly Corrigan, author of the best-selling, heart-warming memoir The Middle Place. Kelly will be at the Weston Public Library on Saturday, March 6th to talk about her new book Lift, a tiny but powerful meditation on parenting and the love that will keep you fighting longer and harder than you ever thought possible.
A discussion with the co-creator of The Spiderwick Chronicles, the person behind The Mortal Instruments and the author of Pretty Monsters? Don't mind if we do! Next Thursday, Brookline Booksmith presents Holly Black, Cassandra Clare, & emcee Kelly Link in a YA extravaganza to benefit Franciscan Hospital for Children. at the Coolidge Corner Theatre. All ticket sales ($5 per ticket) and 20% of their book sales will be donated to the hospital. Email your questions for the authors to hollycassandrakelly@gmail.com. The discussion will be followed by a signing back at the Brookline Booksmith. For more information, or to purchase tickets call Brookline Booksmith at (617) 566-6660. Don't forget to take advantage of our SPECIAL OFFER: We are offering FREE GROUND SHIPPING on all domestic online orders! Start shopping HERE. And if you need help finding what you are looking for, please give us a call. We are always happy to help you find just the right book. |
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82 Central St
Wellesley, Massachusetts 02482
781-431-1160 |
Wellesley Booksmith is currently selling tickets for the Wellesley Symphony Orchestra Family Concert on Sunday, March 14th, which includes an instrument petting zoo. How cool! For more information, please visit their website.
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 Dogs by Emily Gravett
Big dog? Small dog? Tough dog? Soft dog? Who's your favorite? Little dog lovers will be delighted with the lively realistic illustrations - and they'll get a kick out of finding out (on the last page!) who's really telling this story.
Ages 2-6 (picture book) | |
 Anne Frank: Her Life in Words & Pictures
Wow do I LOVE this book. Deeply affecting and beautifully designed, this is a moving and thoughtful introduction to the life of Anne Frank. The many photos included here of Anne, her family, her diary, and their hiding place give this account a great deal of immediacy and allow Anne's bright personality to shine through.
Ages 10-16 | |
 Mr. Tucket by Gary Paulsen
Mr. Tucket is the first book of a five book series. This series reminds me of Lonesome Dove for kids. Ages 10-14.
And don't miss your chance to meet Gary Paulsen , Newbery Award-winning author of Hatchet in person on Tuesday, April 6th. | |
 Frozen Fire by Tim Bowter
An eerie, unsettling story set in the wintry moors of England. A missing brother, mysterious phone calls, a seemingly unearthly boy who appears and disappears and a girl drawn into his mystery.
Ages 14 and up. | |
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House Rules by Jodi Picoult
Lift by Kelly Corrigan
No One Would Listen by Harry Markopolis
Saved By Her Enemy by Don Teague & Rafraf Barrak |
down in the used book cellar
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 Betty is the remarkable leader of our lunchtime book group, and an expert at recommending the perfect book. Betty was happy to wander down the back stairs to choose some of her favorites in the ubc today:
The Motive by John Lescroart
Between Friends: Writing Women Celebrate Friendship edited by Mickey Pearlman
The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff
Hidden Power: Presidential Marriages That Shaped Our History by Kati Marton
The Good Times by Russel Baker
A Perfect Arrangement by Suzanne Berne
Picturing Will by Ann Beattie
A Map of the World by Jane Hamilton
Matrimony by Joshua Henkin
Dewey Defeats Truman by Thomas Mallon
The used book cellar is open for shopping during regular store hours,
Monday-Saturday 9-9 and Sunday 11-6.
(The used book cellar is not open for browsing during events).
Used Book Cellar Buy-back hours this month:
Next ubc buyback's will be on Friday, March 5th and Saturday, March 6th from 1 pm - 4 pm Friday, March 19th and Saturday, March 20th from 1 pm - 4 pm |
We have the best selection EVER of Easter and Passover cards from Caspari and Papyrus.
Easter is early this year -- don't let it sneak up and catch you unprepared! A great selection of Easter stickers, Bubble chocolate, Gel Gems with bunnies, chicks and Easter eggs, bunny salt & pepper shakers, fun napkins and gift bags. Whether you are looking for the perfect hostess gift, or a cute little hamster with bunny ears - you are all set.
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 Mr. Darcy and Mr. Bingley (names sound familiar?) made their debut appearance at the store last week. Needless to say, we were all instantly infatuated! They are 8 month-old Coton de Tuléar puppies. It was a challenge to get them to stay still and pose for their picture. I would say they did a great job, though. Love those cute faces! |
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wellesley booksmith storytime happens every friday and now SATURDAY at 10:30 am in the children's section of the store.
 Friday, March 5th - ANIMAL FRIENDS
Dogs, A Vistor for Bear, Tiger Comes for Tea - friends come in all shapes and sizes. Friday, March 12th - ST. PATRICK'S DAY
Leprechauns, four-leaf clovers and luck o'the Irish.
Friday, March 19th - BELOVED TOYS
Bring YOUR most beloved toy to storytime today for stories about Corduroy, Owen, and more.
Friday, March 26 - RABBITS
Hop into Storytime today with your little bunny to hear some hopping good tales about your favorite cottontails.
Saturday Storytimes are always a surprise - just come prepared to have some fun! |
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1 You help support local author programs
We bring authors to the store, library, and your local schools at no charge, supporting authors and encouraging readers.
2 You embrace what makes us uniqueWe choose the books and gift items we carry based on our first-hand knowledge of your needs and your interests. We carry a wider array of products because we look for those unique titles and gift items you won't find elsewhere. By choosing to support locally owned businesses, you're helping to maintain the diversity and distinctive flavor of your community.
3 You nurture our community
We know you, you know us! Locally owned businesses build strong neighborhoods by sustaining communities, linking neighbors, and donating to community causes at more than twice the rate of chains. Spending locally makes sure your tax dollars are put to work right here. Locally owned businesses create more jobs locally and often provide better wages and benefits than chains do.
4 You help the environment
Local stores help to sustain vibrant, compact, walkable town centers, which are essential to reducing sprawl, automobile use, habitat loss, and air and water pollution. Buying from a local business conserves energy and resources in the form of less fuel for transportation and less packaging.
Thank you for supporting your community independent bookstore!
Sincerely,
Kym Havens Wellesley Booksmith Go to top of the page
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