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Linden Tree News 
July 22, 2014
 

Andy Z Concert This Wednesday, July 23 at 10:30AM

 

Don't miss Andy Z this week! on July 23! For the past 10 years, Andy Z has entertained, engaged, and energized children and parents from San Francisco to San Jose and every place in between.

Whether his stage is at a children's library, a preschool, a mall, or outside under the sun, Andy Z's highly contagious personality and amusing giggle grips all those who watch and listen.

 

SUMMER 2014 CONCERTS:

July 23 - Andy Z
July 30 - Jump For Joy
August 6 - Snail People
August 13 - Candy Cotton Express (New This Year!)

All concerts will take place Wednesday mornings at 10:30.

Features:
Families, Kids, Open to All

Price:
Suggested donation is one new book appropriate for grades Kindergarten through 5th grade (preferably purchased at Linden Tree) per family. The books will be donated to Reading Partners, a local literacy program that matches students with one-on-one tutors.

Please note all concerts will be in the store.

Buy Two, Get One Free on National Geographic Readers: Ends July 31  

 

We have a special offer for all Linden Tree customers: Buy Two, Get One Free on all National Geographic Readers!*

There are so many titles to choose from -- all great for sneaking in a little nonfiction reading over the summer.

*Free title must be of equal or lesser value. Promotion ends July 31.

Galapagos Islands Story Time Saturday, August 2 at 11AM with Drew 

 

Store Co-Manager Drew recently visited the Galapagos Islands and is excited to share travel photos and stories with young naturalists at a special Story Time!
 
Please join us for a reading of Galapagos George and a special presentation.  
 
This Story Time is suitable for all ages, though it's best suited for nature lovers 5 and up.
 

Shopping Day Fundraiser For Los Altos Stage Company! 


Plan to shop at Linden Tree while you raise money for a great cause:

10% of supporters' purchases go to Los Altos Stage Company all day on Saturday, August 2, from 9:30AM to 5:30PM!*
 
Whether you are picking up your own copy of the Wizard of Oz books and books inspired by the story and characters or any other items in the store including puppets, games, cookbooks, adult fiction and all other merchandise, you will be supporting a local independent store AND a local treasure at the same time!

Make sure you get your tickets before they are sold out -- this is a great show for all ages that runs July 18 - August 3, 2014!

*Just tell us when you are checking out that you are a Los Altos Stage or Youth Theater supporter and 10% of your total purchase for the day will go back to the organization.

Interested in a fundraiser for your group? Because Linden Tree has such a wide variety of gifts, music and pages for all ages, we can host events of all shapes and sizes. Email Dee at dee@lindentreebooks.com today and unleash your imagination as you raise funds in an exciting and engaging way.

Save the Date: Thursday, August 7 Craft Activity 5-7PM During Farmer's Market! 


Please join us at Linden Tree for a FREE Craft Project during the State Street Farmer's Market.

Special Guest Sophie Maletsky, the author of Sticky Fingers, will be here with "Do It Yourself" Duct Tape Projects from 5 to 7PM on Thursday, August 7.

Bring your fingers, we'll supply the sticky stuff! 

 

Help Wanted: Bookseller Positions & Shipping/Receiving


Booksellers:
Love to work with children's literature?

Find joy in getting the right book in the hands of a reader? Do you have a background in bookselling, library science, and/or children's books?

Linden Tree is looking for experienced, part time, Booksellers.
 
A background in bookselling, library science or equivalent is required. A strong knowledge of children's literature and equally strong customer service skills is essential. Must have the flexibility to work weekend hours. Educators, librarians, and booksellers are all encouraged to inquire for non-seasonal positions.
 
Shipping & Receiving:

Do you know someone looking for a part-time position who appreciates the world of literature? We are looking for a Shipping & Receiving staff member to work 15-18 hours per week, primarily in the early mornings (some flexibility can be arranged).
 
Duties include receiving shipments from publishers, inventory control, processing returned goods, and maintaining inventory systems for our single-site retail store. Applicant must be methodical, with high energy and stamina.

Linden Tree is a destination location for book lovers, located in the heart of downtown Los Altos. Please contact co-owner Dianne Edmonds for more information about these positions.

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Summer Concert Series
Linden Tree
Wednesdays through August 13
10:30 a.m.



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Picture Book
Story Time

(Special Galapagos Islands Story Time with Drew August 2)
Linden Tree
Saturdays
11:00 a.m.



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Fundraiser for
Los Altos
Stage Company
Linden Tree
Saturday, August 2
9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.


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Free Craft Activity
During Farmer's Market
Linden Tree
Thursday, August 7 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.




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Linden Tree Books
265 State Street

Los Altos, CA 94022                        

650.949.3390 

www.lindentreebooks.com

Store Hours:

M,T, W, F 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursdays, First Fridays & Special Events Open 'til 8

Saturday & Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.