Upcoming Events
Spooky Storytime x2!
Join us for SPOOKY STORYTIME on Thursday, October 24th!
Don’t let the name of the event fool you, this will be a fun, silly, and not-too-spooky storytime where the Birdie Books flock will read some fun Halloween children’s books. We will have candy upon entrance of the bookshop so dress up the little ones (and yourself!!) in their costumes! Oh yeah… and we may just give away an award for the best costume at storytime (WINK)!
Please Note there will be two SPOOKY STORYTIMES:
11:00AM - For ages 0-5 children but all are welcome!
5:00PM (SOLD OUT) - For school-aged kiddos but all are welcome!
Suitable for children and their guardians! Guardians must remain with their children to supervise. This is a free event, no purchase is necessary to attend but tickets are highly recommended to guarantee your seats for storytime!
Independent Bookstore Day
This national one-day party held the last Saturday in April celebrates independent bookstores across the country online and in-store. Through exclusive books and literary items, contests, cupcakes, and everything in between, it’s a party you don’t want to miss!
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings!
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Storytime with Birdie
Get comfy in your pajamas and join us for Pajama Party Storytime at 10:30 AM! We will read holiday-themed children’s books and provide arts & crafts materials following the readings!
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event however tickets are encouraged to ensure your spot!
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings!
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings!
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings!
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Spooky Storytime!
Join us for SPOOKY STORYTIME at 10:30 AM! Don’t let the name of the event fool you, this will be a fun, silly, and not-too-spooky storytime where the Birdie Books flock will read some fun Halloween children’s books suitable for children of all ages. We will have candy upon entrance of the bookshop so dress up the little ones in their costumes so we can be their first trick-or-treat stop of the day! Oh yeah… and we may just give away an award for the best costume at storytime (WINK)!
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase is necessary to attend but tickets are highly recommended to guarantee your seats for storytime!
Storytime with the Authors: Marie Weller & Paula Vertikoff
Join us for Storytime at 10:30 AM! Authors Marie Weller & Paula Vertikoff (Cranium Critters) will be our guest readers! Arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings!
Marie Weller and Paula Vertikoff are an Elementary School Counselor and Principal duo dedicated to social-emotional wellness for children and the adults who care about them. With a combined fifty years of experience in education, they have seen over and over again what research has confirmed - social-emotional wellness plays an integral role in academic and life success. They have created Cranium Kids Media to share video lessons, stories, and activities to help young people understand their minds, recognize and manage emotions, and develop social awareness skills for learning and living. Their little life lessons provide the big life skills needed to lead happier, healthier lives.
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend - claiming your free ticket(s) below is highly recommended.
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings!
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings!
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Storytime w/ Suzy Ultman
Local Authors Suzy Ultman will be reading a few of her books during Storytime at Birdie Books! Arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings! Suzy’s books will be available for sale following Storytime PLUS she will be available to sign your books!!!
RSVP is highly recommended to guarantee your seat for Storytime! This is a free event, no purchase necessary. This event is suitable for children and their guardian(s).
Storytime w/ Ashequka Lacey
Join us for Storytime at 10:30 AM! Local author Ashequka Lacey will be our guest storytime reader as she will read a few of her own books! Ashequka will also be providing some fun activities for the children in attendance following storytime!
Ashequka’s books will be available for sale following Storytime PLUS she will be available to sign your books!!!
RSVP is highly recommended to guarantee your seat for Storytime! This is a free event, no purchase necessary. This event is suitable for children and their guardians!
About Inspiring Jreams Publishing
Inspiring Jreams Publishing was started back in March 2020. The Founder/Owner is Ashequka Lacey. She started the publishing company when she Self- Published her children's book Jakobi and Me. When she started her journey, she was just trying to figure it out what to do and wished she had access to resources to make publishing her book easier. She realized that she could be the resource and since then she has helped several aspiring authors become self-published authors.
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings!
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Storytime w/ Invisible Things Authors
Local Authors Andy J. Pizza and Sophie Miller will be reading their new book Invisible Things which releases that morning! Those in attendance will be some of the VERY FIRST to experience the book! Arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings! Complimentary snacks and coffee will be available. Suitable for children and their guardians!
Due to popular demand, we have added a second Storytime with the Authors
This is a free event although RSVP IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE YOUR SPOT!
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings! Complimentary snacks and coffee will be available.
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings! Complimentary snacks and coffee will be available.
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings! Complimentary snacks and coffee will be available.
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings! Complimentary snacks and coffee will be available.
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Independent Bookstore Day
This national one-day party held the last Saturday in April celebrates independent bookstores across the country online and in-store. Through exclusive books and literary items, contests, cupcakes, and everything in between, it’s a party you don’t want to miss!
Storytime with Birdie (Guest Reader: Author Becky Gehrisch!)
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 1:30 PM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings! Complimentary snacks and coffee will be available.
Local author Becky Gehrisch (author of the children’s book Escape to Play) will be the guest speaker!
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Storytime with Birdie at 1:30 PM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings! Complimentary snacks and coffee will be available.
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Story Time with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings! Complimentary snacks and coffee will be available.
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Storytime with Birdie
Join us for Story Time with Birdie at 10:30 AM! We will read children’s books and arts & crafts materials will be provided following the readings! Complimentary snacks and coffee will be available.
Suitable for children and their guardians! This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
Story Time with Birdie
Join us for our first Story Time with Birdie on Valentine’s Day at 10:30AM! We will read Valentine’s Day-themed children’s books and provide materials to make Valentine’s Day cards! Complimentary snacks and coffee will be provided.
Suitable for Ages 0-6
This is a free event, no purchase necessary to attend.
The Holiday Bazaar
Join us as we kick off the holiday season with our 1st Holiday Bazaar! Various local artists, jewelers, handmade goods, and more will be selling amazing holiday gift items!
Date & Time
December 2nd, 2022
5PM - 9PM
Location
Uptown Gather
74 N State St
Westerville, Ohio 43081
Vendors
Two Librarians at a Book Store (SOLD OUT!)
Let's talk about books at Birdie Books & Cafe! Tell us about what you're reading and librarians Elizabeth T and Mindy B will share their recent favorites, along with holiday gift suggestions for all ages.