Past Events

Explore the exhibition through a curator’s lens.

“Every day, I say hi to my world. ¡Hola, mundo! And hi to my garden. ¡Hola, jardín!” Join author Talia Aikens-Nuñez for a reading of her new book, Wonder in the Garden.

Be the first to see the new exhibition! Plus, enjoy special hors d’oeuvres, and live music!

Move, sing, talk, and explore materials during this interactive storytime for early learners.

As part of The Carle After Dark join us for live music, and more!

Bring your dancing feet for creative movement inspired by picture books.

Enjoy this special bilingual storytime in English and Portuguese.

Join illustrator, Amber Akin, for a reading of her debut graphic novel, Penny and the Yeti and a fantastical drawing activity!

Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day with The Carle Bookshop Saturday, April 25th with up to 30% off all book purchases in-store and online. 

Enjoy a reading of Phoebe Wahl’s Backyard Fairies and create your own magical fairy house.

Melissa Sweet will read from Goldfinches by Mary Oliver and give a drawing demo, inviting attendees to draw birds and create their own field guides.

Readers of all ages will be able to relate to Robin’s curiosity and love of sticks…who doesn’t love a good stick?!

Celebrate the vital role of research, creativity, and scholarship in children’s literature.

Celebrate Esmé Shapiro’s new picture book Ruthie.

Join us for this interactive storytime featuring singing, musical instruments, and braille books!

This event has been canceled.

This program is full.

Join Katrina Goldsaito for the interactive debut of her new book When Cherry Blossoms Fall, featuring Taiko drummers and dancing.

Tiffany Jewell will moderate a panel discussion book bans and challenges, prompted by Andrew Laties’ newest work You’re Telling My Kids They Can’t Read This Book?. Panelists include Waleska Santiago-Centeno, Alex Gino, and Hannah Moushabeck.

Bring your dancing feet for creative movement inspired by picture books.