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Enchanted Lion’s Claudia Bedrick will join Inklings for a reading of their beautiful book, THERE WAS A SHADOW! Selected by the New York Times as one of the best children’s books of 2024, this charming story invites readers to notice the position of the sun and the subtle ways in which light and shadow reveal […]
Join Siber Sled Dogs at Inklings on February 9th, from 10am – 11am. Owner Milagro Amaya Turner will share her children’s book, SIBER SLED DOGS and children will have the chance to meet Siberian Huskies!!
Join award-winning author, Dayna Lorentz, for a reading from her riveting middle grade book, “Wayward Creatures.” Following the reading, Dayna will answer questions from children. She’ll also share insight into how she approaches her writing – all while enjoying delicious food!! Registration is FREE. Only 20 seats are available. Please RSVP at inklingschildrensbooks@gmail.com Purchase a […]
What is poetry? What are the rules (if any)? Can I write a poem? Writer Erika Nichols-Frazer is leading a poetry workshop for young people curious about this beautiful art form that people have expressed themselves with for thousands of years. Erika will share examples of different types of poetry, talking about the different approaches […]
Join Mrs. Claus at Inklings Children’s Books for an Elf Party! Cookies, crafts, and drinks for all. People dressed as an elf will get an official elf certificate from Mrs. Claus herself, direct from the North Pole!! FREE and open to all.
Inklings is excited to welcome author Carrie Kruck on Saturday, December 21st at 10am for a reading of her brand new book, IGGY WHO BREATHES FIRE. Children will meet Iggy, a fiery new hero who knows exactly what she’s about—no matter what others think. This hilarious picture book celebrates self-awareness. Following the reading, Carrie will […]
Join guest Sanna Gibbons at Inklings Children’s Books for a very special storytime on Sunday, December 15th from 11am – 12pm. Sanna will read The Nutcracker while leading children to dance throughout the story. Free and open to all!
Inklings is thrilled to welcome back author & illustrator Liza Woodruff on Saturday, December 14th at 10am! Liza will be reading PHIL’S BIG DAY: A GROUNDHOGS STORY, the story of young Punxsatawney Phil on the eve of his big day. Will Phil’s anxiety get in the way or, with a little help, will he take […]
It’s Painting with Flowers! Join Erica from A Colour Reverie at Inklings on November 30th to create one-of-a-kind cards, just in time for the holidays!! Using dye flowers grown in Erica’s garden, she will show us how to steep them in hot water to extract their colors – looking and acting like watercolors – allowing […]
Inklings will welcome Bobbi Rood on Sat. November 23rd at 11am, for a reading of the award-winning book, FRY BREAD. Following the reading, children will have the chance to try homemade fry bread with toppings, provided by Bobbi!
Inklings is so excited to welcome author/illustrator and Caldecott medalist, Jason Chin on Saturday, November 2nd at 10am! Jason will be sharing LIFE AFTER WHALE, which follows a blue whale’s enormous body to the bottom of the ocean, where it sets the stage for a bustling new ecosystem to flourish. Following the reading, Jason will […]
Join Inklings Children’s Books in celebrating their first anniversary!! Starting at 10am, Inklings is hosting an all-day celebration filled with drinks, cupcakes, story time, craft making and more! We can’t wait to see you. FREE and open to all!
Inklings Children’s Books welcomes author Julia Macalaster on Saturday, September 28th at 10am! Julia will be sharing her book, MOUSE MOVES, the story of a tiny mouse that has to move homes. This is the perfect book to talk to children about big changes, including moving into a brand new house! Following the reading Julia […]
This gentle and fun yoga class is designed specifically for a parent or caregiver and their children, ages 18 months to 4 years. Older children are welcome too! Poses like butterfly, downward dog, tree, forest, bug, cat, cow and lion will bring smiles and creativity. They also promote balance, coordination, motor skills and mindfulness. Through […]
Inklings is excited to welcome Vermont author Angela Burke Kunkel on Saturday, August 17th at 10am for a reading of her brand new book, WORLD MORE BEAUTIFUL. This beautiful, lyrical picture book details the life and art of celebrated children’s book creator and two-time Caldecott Medalist, Barbara Cooney. Her character Miss Rumphius said, “You must […]
Inklings is excited to welcome Vermont author Angela Burke Kunkel on Saturday, August 17th at 10am for a reading of her brand new book, WORLD MORE BEAUTIFUL. This beautiful, lyrical picture book details the life and art of celebrated children’s book creator and two-time Caldecott Medalist, Barbara Cooney. Her character Miss Rumphius said, “You must […]
Join Erica from A Colour Reverie at Inklings on August 3rd to create one-of-a-kind bookmarks!! A Vermont Botanical Dyester, Daydreamer & Alchemist, Erica will show children how to hammer fresh flowers onto paper, allowing them to create unique bookmarks of their very own! Use the LINK to REGISTER. DATE: Saturday, August 3rd TIME: 1:00pm – […]
Ever wonder how one of the most popular dishes in America got its start? Join Vegging on the Mountain at Inklings on July 12th at 3:30pm to find out!! After a reading of “Nacho’s Nachos”, children will have the chance to make nachos of their very own with Marci Lutsky from Vegging on the Mountain. […]
Have a favorite stuffed animal that needs a hole patched? A favorite blanket that needs stitching? Join Meg Reinhold from Trillium Handcrafts at Inklings on June 22nd!! Come for story time at 10:30am on June 22nd for a reading of “Eeyore Loses a Tail.” Then stay and let Meg give your old favorite new life!! […]
Inklings is excited to welcome Vermont author Melinda Moulton on Saturday, June 8th at 10:30am, for a reading of her book, BOBBY BLUE. Following the reading there will be a craft for the children! BOBBY BLUE’s story is a wonderful reminder of the importance of keeping kindness and love in your heart, and how our […]
Inklings is so excited to welcome author – and Waitsfield native – Kate Hosford on Sunday, May 19th at 10am for a reading of her brand new book, YOU’LL ALWAYS BE MY CHICKADEE. This beautiful picture book weaves together the wonders of nature and a parent’s devotion in one glorious day of outdoor exploration. It’s […]
Inklings welcomes back Miss Northern Vermont’s Teen, Mina Smith, to Saturday story time on May 11th at 10:30am, for a reading of THE BUTTERFLY TREE by Myrna P. Tesoro. Set in a fantasy garden, The Butterfly Tree is a retold tale on the theme, “Treat others how you want to be treated.” Following the reading, […]
Join us on May 8th at 3PM! Spencer from Salt & Sand Studios is coming back to Inklings, to help children create one-of-a-kind glass images for Mother’s Day!!! REGISTRATION is required. Just follow the LINK. – No experience necessary. – $25 per student. – 1 hour experience. – Ages 7 and up. – Vaccination required, […]
Take the scare out of dental care. Bring your child’s favorite stuffed animal to get a dental exam! Come for a book reading, learn and play about dental visits with certified Child Life Specialist, Kellie Maas from Coastal Coping. Recommended for children ages 2 – 8. There is a $10 charge per family, payable on […]
Join Vegging on the Mountain for “Cook and Book” at Inklings! Starting Wednesday, April 3rd at 3:00pm, Inklings will be hosting Vegging on the Mountain for a weekly class featuring a children’s book focused on food and a cooking project. Each class, children will receive the featured book of the week. Following a reading of […]
Join Karen McPhillips from Salt & Sand Studios at Inklings for LITTLE ONE & ME YOGA on Tuesday, March 12th at 10am. This gentle and fun class is designed specifically for a parent or caregiver and their children, ages 18 months to 4 years. Older children are welcome too! Promoting balance, coordination, motor skills and […]
Continue the fun of Inklings Tuesday storytime with your child at LITTLE ONE & ME YOGA. This gentle and fun class is designed specifically for a parent or caregiver and their children, ages 18 months to 4 years. Older children are welcome too! Poses like butterfly, downward dog, tree, forest, bug, cat, cow and lion […]
Inklings is excited to welcome Vermont author / illustrator, Liza Woodruff on Saturday, February 17th at 10am! Following the reading, Liza will show the children how to draw characters from the book! A QUIETER STORY is a colorful and inventive picture book about a creative girl and her kitten. When the little kitten insists that […]
Join us on February 8th at 3PM! Salt & Sand Studios will be at Inklings, helping children create one-of-a-kind glass images for Valentine’s Day!!! REGISTRATION is required! EVENT LINK below. – No experience necessary. – Vaccination required, masks optional. – Ages 7 and up. – $25 per student. – 1 hour experience. – Pieces will […]
Our winter session weaves a tapestry of Holiday and winter songs movement games, puppets, flannel board stories, songbooks, instruments: Jingle Bells, glockenspiels, xylophones, Triangles, Woods, lollipop drums, and of course our Gathering drums that will keep your little ones singing, playing, dancing and having a great time while learning so much. After music class, you […]
Inklings is so excited to welcome author Cedar Pruitt on Saturday, January 20th at 10am! FIRE FLIGHT: A WILDFIRE ESCAPE explores an owl’s real-life flight out of a California wildfire and right into a surprise that made headlines around the world. Cedar will have owl photos, owl sounds, and owl activities following the reading!! CEDAR […]
Musical Munchkins Baby music class. Babies are musical in the womb, so it’s never too early to begin your musical education with your baby. You will learn delightful musical ways to play with your baby, make friends, and nurture your baby’s sensory development and natural musicianship. Babies love the gentle bouncing, instrument plays with shakers, […]
Our winter session weaves a tapestry of Holiday and winter songs movement games, puppets, flannel board stories, songbooks, instruments: Jingle Bells, glockenspiels, xylophones, Triangles, Woods, lollipop drums, and of course our Gathering drums that will keep your little ones singing, playing, dancing and having a great time while learning so much. After music class, you […]
Take the scare out of medical care. Bring your child’s favorite stuffed animal to get a check up. Come for a book reading, learn and play about doctor visits and routine medical procedures with certified Child Life Specialist, Kellie Maas from Coastal Coping. Recommended for children ages 2 – 8. There is a $10 charge […]
Weekly Storytime at Inklings! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30am for a read aloud under the cherry blossom tree. And what goes better with books than a delicious snack?! Bring any item from Three Mountain Cafe and get 10% off your second book purchase.
Weekly Storytime at Inklings! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30am for a read aloud under the cherry blossom tree. And what goes better with books than a delicious snack?! Bring any item from Three Mountain Cafe and get 10% off your second book purchase.
Inklings welcomes Miss Northern Vermont’s Teen, Mina Smith, to Saturday storytime on December 9th at 10:30am, for a reading of ALL ARE NEIGHBORS by Alexandra Penfold. All Are Neighbors is an uplifting story of a community coming together to welcome a new member of the neighborhood, reminding us that we all have a place and […]
Weekly Storytime at Inklings! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30am for a read aloud under the cherry blossom tree. And what goes better with books than a delicious snack?! Bring any item from Three Mountain Cafe and get 10% off your second book purchase.
Our winter session weaves a tapestry of Holiday and winter songs movement games, puppets, flannel board stories, songbooks, instruments: Jingle Bells, glockenspiels, xylophones, Triangles, Woods, lollipop drums, and of course our Gathering drums that will keep your little ones singing, playing, dancing and having a great time while learning so much. After music class, you […]
Musical Munchkins Baby music class. Babies are musical in the womb, so it’s never too early to begin your musical education with your baby. You will learn delightful musical ways to play with your baby, make friends, and nurture your baby’s sensory development and natural musicianship. Babies love the gentle bouncing, instrument plays with shakers, […]
Weekly Storytime at Inklings! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30am for a read aloud under the cherry blossom tree. And what goes better with books than a delicious snack?! Bring any item from Three Mountain Cafe and get 10% off your second book purchase.
MUSICAL MUNCHKINS Grand opening at INKLINGS CHILDRENS BOOKSTORE Join Miss Andrea for a FREE Holiday winter program for her 8-week session that begins on Wednesday, Nov 29th OPEN HOUSE-Nov 22nd- Baby Boogie- 9:00-9:45 for babies- 1year olds Toddler Kids Jamboree- 10:00-10:45 toddlers & preschoolers We will be singing holiday & winter songs with jingle bells, […]
Weekly Storytime at Inklings! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30am for a read aloud under the cherry blossom tree. And what goes better with books than a delicious snack?! Bring any item from Three Mountain Cafe and get 10% off your second book purchase.
Weekly Storytime at Inklings! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30am for a read aloud under the cherry blossom tree. And what goes better with books than a delicious snack?! Bring any item from Three Mountain Cafe and get 10% off your second book purchase.
Inklings Children’s Books is so excited to welcome author Kristen Vincent on Saturday, November 11th at 10am! HOPE BENEATH THE TREE is a heartwarming must-read that follows two children on a winter journey through an enchanted forest. It’s an adventurous story with wonderful characters, reminding us of the ‘true meaning of giving.’ Following the reading, […]
Weekly Storytime at Inklings! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30am for a read aloud under the cherry blossom tree. And what goes better with books than a delicious snack?! Bring any item from Three Mountain Cafe and get 10% off your second book purchase.
Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 31, for an extra special Halloween storytime! A morning filled with stories, crafts, and Musical Munchkins with Andrea. Costumes welcome, but not required. Reading begins at 9:30a. Music starts at 10a! Best for ages 1 – 4, but open to all!!
Weekly Storytime at Inklings! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30am for a read aloud under the cherry blossom tree. And what goes better with books than a delicious snack?! Bring any item from Three Mountain Cafe and get 10% off your second book purchase.
Weekly Storytime at Inklings! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30am for a read aloud under the cherry blossom tree. And what goes better with books than a delicious snack?! Bring any item from Three Mountain Cafe and get 10% off your second book purchase.
Weekly Storytime at Inklings! Join us every Tuesday at 9:30am for a read aloud under the cherry blossom tree. And what goes better with books than a delicious snack?! Bring any item from Three Mountain Cafe and get 10% off your second book purchase.
