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2629 Beaver Avenue, Suite 1, Des Moines(319) 247-26651105 Third St. SE , Cedar Rapids
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Book Babies
<p>Rhymes, fingerplays, songs and short stories designed to stimulate your infant's language development. We ask that there be a lap for every baby.</p> 2019-05-01 11:00:00 -0500
5/17/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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Book Babies
<p>Rhymes, fingerplays, songs and short stories designed to stimulate your infant's language development. We ask that there be a lap for every baby.</p> 2019-05-01 14:00:00 -0500
5/17/191:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Book Babies: Spanish / English
<p>Our own Casey Maynard will lead Book babies in Spanish and English today! Come have fun with your baby while learning rhymes and songs in Spanish.</p><p>This event is open to the public.</p> 2019-04-30 11:00:00 -0500
5/10/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Book Babies: Spanish / English
<p>Our own Casey Maynard will lead Book babies in Spanish and English today! Come have fun with your baby while learning rhymes and songs in Spanish.</p><p>This event is open to the public.</p> 2019-04-30 14:00:00 -0500
5/10/191:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Cancun Airport Transportation
<p><iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3723.7616830291536!2d-86.87380508475295!3d21.04221959269384!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x8f4e8049fc6dd149%3A0x4f003d5b2c274f4c!2sCancun+Airport+Shuttle+Transportation!5e0!3m2!1sen!2smx!4v1557241221010!5m2!1sen!2smx" width="600" height="450" frameborder="0" style="border:0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></p><p>Cancun Airport Shuttle Transportation</p><p>Km. 22 Aeropuerto Internacional de, 77569 Cancún, Q.R.</p><p>+52 998 898 4979</p> 2019-05-07 21:30:00 -0500
1/22/201:00 p.m.Cancun Airport Shuttle TransportationCancún -
What'cha Reading Book Club
<p>Read whatever you want, and join us on the third Thursday of every month to chat about what you read and tell us if we should check it out the next time we are looking for a book to read.</p><p><br></p><p>Light refreshments may be served.</p> 2019-05-16 19:00:00 -0500
5/16/196:00 p.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
CR Comic Book Club
<p>Comic book talk with other fans spotlighting a particular character, creator, or genre.</p><p>Are you a comic book enthusiast? Want to share your love for this artful style of literature? Join the CR Comic Book Club at 6:30 pm on the third Thursday of the month at the Downtown Library for comic book talk with other fans. Each month spotlights a particular character, creator, or genre, and we let the conversation go wherever it takes us. All ages and interest levels are welcome and invited to attend.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-05-16 19:30:00 -0500
5/16/196:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Book Report
<p><strong>Fee: none.</strong><strong> No registration.</strong></p><p>Membership Required</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Tuesdays</strong><strong>, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20</strong></p><p><strong>2</strong><strong> - 3:30 PM in room 209</strong></p><p>Facilitator: Diana Durham</p><p>A book club that meets once a month for an informal round table discussion and sharing of books you have enjoyed reading. Choose your favorite author old or new, best sellers or classic, fiction, non-fiction, short stories or poetry. Not limited to presenters; anyone who is interested in finding new authors while exploring the abundance of reading opportunities in our City of Literature is welcome.</p><p><em>Diana Durham, an avid reader, looks forward to sharing her favorite books and expanding her repertoire by listening and exploring your suggestions.</em></p> 2019-04-15 15:30:00 -05005/21/192:00 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
Friends of Hiawatha Public Library Book Sale
<p>Guess who benefits from a Friends of Hiawatha Public Library Book Sale? You, of course! The Friends have hundreds of books for all ages and tastes. In addition, bargain hunters will enjoy browsing the large selection of CDs, audiobooks, magazines and DVDs available for purchase. Fill a bag for only $3.00!</p> 2019-04-30 17:00:00 -0500
5/10/1910:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Author Signing: Beth Hudson
<p><span data-offset-key="ea5qj-0-0"><span data-text="true">Join us as we welcome local author Beth Hudson to M and M Bookstore.</span></span></p><p><br></p><p><span data-offset-key="b1oa1-0-0"><span data-text="true"><strong><u>Schedule for the Evening</u></strong></span></span></p><p><span data-offset-key="fs4c2-0-0"><span data-text="true">5 to 6: Mix & Mingle | 6 to 6:30: Reading & Q&A | 6:30 to 7: Book Signing</span></span></p><p><span data-offset-key="b8baf-0-0"><span data-text="true">Light refreshments may be served.</span></span></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u><span data-offset-key="8cab1-0-0"><span data-text="true">About Beth Hudson</span></span></u></strong></p><p><span data-offset-key="dut07-0-0"><span data-text="true">As a reader, Beth started early, going quickly from Doctor Seuss to Tolkien, with some stops along the way for Bambi, The Little Prince, Lloyd Alexander's Prydain series, and some Celtic and Norse mythology. She embarked on her writing journey in third grade, when she wrote a short book about sentient planets. Her enormous fantasy world of plastic animals sparked her own mythology and love of story, and the make-believe games played with her sisters cemented a facility for wild creativity, and a sense that there were no limits to the imagination.</span></span></p><p><br></p><p><span data-offset-key="2cp-0-0"><span data-text="true">From junior high through her first years of college, Beth continued to write, producing three drafts of one novel, a handwritten manuscript of another, and a third novel which may someday get dusted off and revised as the bones of something better. In college she took courses in Middle Welsh, Old Irish, Old English, Shakespeare, General Mytholgy, and Medieval and Renaissance Literature, and drifted out of a major in Astronomy and into a major in Linguistics with a minor in English. These classes cross-pollinated with her own stories, and taught her a great deal about culture and language that she is very grateful to have learned. It was also in college that she was introduced to science fiction fandom. She has been an active participant in ICON, Iowa's oldest sf convention, for over thirty years, running panels, working with the drama group, and for many years designing the program book.</span></span></p><p><br></p><p><span data-offset-key="bm3gr-0-0"><span data-text="true">Post-college she fell into Real Life, and writing was temporarily sidelined. During this time she managed to acquire a family, and has three amazing sons of whom she is very proud. Deciding not to let her writing fall by the wayside, she began working hard on both old and new projects, and has been publishing short stories for the last decade, in anthologies and small press magazines. In 2008, she released an illustrated chapbook, "Following Seas" (originally released by Sam's Dot Publishing and reprinted in 2013 by Alban Lake Publishing's "Outposts of Beyond"), and in 2011 published a novella, The Herd Lord, about a war among centaurs.</span></span></p><p><br></p><p><span data-offset-key="e3nr4-0-0"><span data-text="true"> In addition to fiction, she composes poetry and music, sings, and plays guitar, harp, and piano. Other hobbies include Arthurian literature and mythology, Celtic mythology, jewelry making, and of course, reading. She draws inspiration from many varied sources such as artwork, music, mythology, thunderstorms, and designer coffee.</span></span></p><p><br></p><p><span data-offset-key="7bcnl-0-0"><span data-text="true">Etched in Fire is her first published novel, and takes place in the same world (though not the same time) as The Herd Lord.</span></span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-01-18 19:00:00 -0600
5/09/195:00 p.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Kiss the Ground - a book discussion
<p>In Kiss the Ground, Josh Tickell, one of America's most celebrated documentary filmmakers, dicusses the hidden power soil has to reverse climate change, and how a regenerative farming diet not only delivers us better health and wellness, but also rebuilds our most precious resource--the very ground that feeds us.</p><p>This event is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by Green Iowa AmeriCorps, Iowa City Parks and Recreation, and the Iowa City Public Library.</p> 2019-05-01 11:30:00 -0500
5/18/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Adults
<h5>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</h5><p><em>a summer reading program for 18 and older<br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</em></p><p>Between May 18 and August 24, 2019, we invite anyone 18 and older to participate in our summer reading program for adults.</p><ul><li>For every author or book club event you attend between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and you will receive a $5 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li><li>Purchase any book featured at one of our author events or a book selected for one of our book clubs between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and receive a $15 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Punch cards will be available starting May 15, 2019 at M and M Bookstore.</p><h5>Eligible Book Clubs</h5><h5>Sleuths-R-Us: 1st Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>for lovers of mysteries and cozy mysteries</p><ul><li>June 6, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Ripper's Shadow (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30316229-the-ripper-s-shadow" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Ripper’s Shadow</a></em> by Laura Joh Rowland</li><li>August 1, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Beekeeper's Apprentice (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/91661.The_Beekeeper_s_Apprentice" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Beekeeper’s Apprentice</a></em> by Laurie R. King</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Support a Local Author: 2nd Thursday, 5 pm</h5><p>learn about indie-published and author-published books</p><ul><li>June 13: <em><a aria-label="The Vessel of Ra (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43567203-the-vessel-of-ra" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Vessel of Ra</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Pawn of Isis (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/39169444-the-pawn-of-isis" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Pawn of Isis</a></em> by Catherine Schaff-Stump</li><li>July 11: <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Revelations (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34601623-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Revelations</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Rising (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43077310-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Rising</a></em> by Kristine Plum</li><li>August 8: <em><a aria-label="Tales of a Tomboy: Britain (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41392405-tales-of-a-tomboy" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Tales of a Tomboy: Britain</a></em> by Evan Grace</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>What’cha Reading: 3rd Thursday, 6pm</h5><p>our no assigned reading book club</p><ul><li>June 20</li><li>July 18</li><li>August 15</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Our Pick: 4th Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>favorite titles our staff has read and wants to share with you</p><ul><li>June 27: <em><a aria-label="Ink and Bone (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine*</li><li>July 25: <em><a aria-label="Here, There Be Dragons (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen*</li></ul><p>*appropriate for teens</p><h5><br></h5><h5>Eligible Author Events</h5><ul><li>Author Reading on June 13 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Catherine Schaff-Stump (opens in a new tab)" href="https://cathschaffstump.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Catherine Schaff-Stump</a></li><li>Author Reading on June 15 at 1 pm: <a href="https://mariakuznetsova.net/">Maria Kuznetsova</a></li><li>Author Skype Conversation on June 27 at 6 pm: <a href="https://www.rachelcaine.com/">Rachel Caine</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 10:30 am: <a aria-label="D. Fisher (opens in a new tab)" href="https://dfischerauthor.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">D. Fisher</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a aria-label="Adam Whitlatch (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.adamjwhitlatch.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Adam Whitlatch</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a href="https://www.aliciadill.com/">Alicia Dill</a></li><li>Author Reading on July 11 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Kristine Plum (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.kristineplum-author.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Kristine Plum</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 19 at 6 pm: <a aria-label="EM Shue, (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.authoremshue.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">EM Shue</a></li><li>Author Reading on August 8 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Evan Grace (opens in a new tab)" href="http://www.authorevangrace.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Evan Grace</a></li></ul><h5>Other Eligible Events</h5><ul><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party on Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Send-Off Party for Adults on Thursday, August 22, 6 pm to 8 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Any events hosted a M and M Bookstore held between May 18 and August 24, 2019. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/mandmbookstoreCR/events/">Please visit our Facebook page</a> for a list of upcoming events.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>*Book purchases must be made between May 18 and August 24, 2019. M and M Bookstore is not responsible for lost or stolen punch cards or gift cards.</p> 2019-05-22 04:15:00 -05005/22/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Adults
<h5>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</h5><p><em>a summer reading program for 18 and older<br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</em></p><p>Between May 18 and August 24, 2019, we invite anyone 18 and older to participate in our summer reading program for adults.</p><ul><li>For every author or book club event you attend between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and you will receive a $5 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li><li>Purchase any book featured at one of our author events or a book selected for one of our book clubs between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and receive a $15 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Punch cards will be available starting May 15, 2019 at M and M Bookstore.</p><h5>Eligible Book Clubs</h5><h5>Sleuths-R-Us: 1st Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>for lovers of mysteries and cozy mysteries</p><ul><li>June 6, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Ripper's Shadow (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30316229-the-ripper-s-shadow" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Ripper’s Shadow</a></em> by Laura Joh Rowland</li><li>August 1, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Beekeeper's Apprentice (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/91661.The_Beekeeper_s_Apprentice" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Beekeeper’s Apprentice</a></em> by Laurie R. King</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Support a Local Author: 2nd Thursday, 5 pm</h5><p>learn about indie-published and author-published books</p><ul><li>June 13: <em><a aria-label="The Vessel of Ra (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43567203-the-vessel-of-ra" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Vessel of Ra</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Pawn of Isis (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/39169444-the-pawn-of-isis" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Pawn of Isis</a></em> by Catherine Schaff-Stump</li><li>July 11: <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Revelations (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34601623-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Revelations</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Rising (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43077310-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Rising</a></em> by Kristine Plum</li><li>August 8: <em><a aria-label="Tales of a Tomboy: Britain (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41392405-tales-of-a-tomboy" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Tales of a Tomboy: Britain</a></em> by Evan Grace</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>What’cha Reading: 3rd Thursday, 6pm</h5><p>our no assigned reading book club</p><ul><li>June 20</li><li>July 18</li><li>August 15</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Our Pick: 4th Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>favorite titles our staff has read and wants to share with you</p><ul><li>June 27: <em><a aria-label="Ink and Bone (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine*</li><li>July 25: <em><a aria-label="Here, There Be Dragons (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen*</li></ul><p>*appropriate for teens</p><h5><br></h5><h5>Eligible Author Events</h5><ul><li>Author Reading on June 13 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Catherine Schaff-Stump (opens in a new tab)" href="https://cathschaffstump.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Catherine Schaff-Stump</a></li><li>Author Reading on June 15 at 1 pm: <a href="https://mariakuznetsova.net/">Maria Kuznetsova</a></li><li>Author Skype Conversation on June 27 at 6 pm: <a href="https://www.rachelcaine.com/">Rachel Caine</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 10:30 am: <a aria-label="D. Fisher (opens in a new tab)" href="https://dfischerauthor.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">D. Fisher</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a aria-label="Adam Whitlatch (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.adamjwhitlatch.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Adam Whitlatch</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a href="https://www.aliciadill.com/">Alicia Dill</a></li><li>Author Reading on July 11 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Kristine Plum (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.kristineplum-author.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Kristine Plum</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 19 at 6 pm: <a aria-label="EM Shue, (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.authoremshue.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">EM Shue</a></li><li>Author Reading on August 8 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Evan Grace (opens in a new tab)" href="http://www.authorevangrace.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Evan Grace</a></li></ul><h5>Other Eligible Events</h5><ul><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party on Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Send-Off Party for Adults on Thursday, August 22, 6 pm to 8 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Any events hosted a M and M Bookstore held between May 18 and August 24, 2019. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/mandmbookstoreCR/events/">Please visit our Facebook page</a> for a list of upcoming events.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>*Book purchases must be made between May 18 and August 24, 2019. M and M Bookstore is not responsible for lost or stolen punch cards or gift cards.</p> 2019-05-23 04:15:00 -05005/23/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Kids
<p><strong><em><u>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</u></em></strong><br><em>a summer reading program for preschool-age through teens</em><br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</p><p>Between June 8 and August 21 we invite all children and teens to keep track of their reading time and/or books read to be eligible for prizes. Prizes will be given away at our End of Summer Picnic Lunch.</p><p>Reading logs will be available at M and M Bookstore starting on May 15, 2019.</p><h5><strong>For all reading levels </strong></h5><ul><li><strong>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party</strong><ul><li>Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm. Prima, the alpaca, will be at the store for picture opportunities.</li><li><br></li></ul></li><li><strong>Meet the Author! </strong>Discover how books are made.<ul><li>Saturday, May 18, 2019, 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm: Daphne Self</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, June 12, 2019, 11 am to Noon: Shannon Schlotfelt</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, July 10, 2019, 11 am to Noon: Mary Griffith Chalupsky</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, August 14, 11 am to Noon: K.M. Ryant Hutzel</li><li><br></li></ul></li><li><strong>Prima’s Picks End of Summer Picnic</strong><ul><li>Saturday, August 24 from Noon to 2 pm</li><li>Prizes will be given away. Prima, the alpaca, will be at the store for picture opportunities.</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Preschool Story Time, stories & activities for ages 3 to 6</strong></h5><ul><li>Tuesdays, 11 am to 11:45 am<ul><li>June 11, 18, 25</li><li>July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30</li><li>August 6, 13, 20</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Story Time for School Age, stories for ages 6 to 12</strong></h5><ul><li>Wednesdays, 11 am to Noon<ul><li>June 19, 26</li><li>July 3, 17, 24, 31</li><li>August 7</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Book Club for Middle Grades, grade 5 to 7</strong></h5><ul><li>Wednesdays, 1 pm to 2 pm</li><li>Registration required. Call 319-396-8420 to register.<ul><li>June 19: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36497525-the-creature-of-the-pines" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Unicorn Rescue Society,</a> $10, copy of the book included</li><li>June 26: Hunger Games Activities, $5</li><li>July 17: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27969099-the-changelings" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Changelings</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li><li>July 24: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24611765-the-last-kids-on-earth" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Last Kids on Earth</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li><li>July 31: Harry Potter Activities, $5</li><li>August 7: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22718727-book-scavenger" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Book Scavenger</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Book Clubs for Teens, ages 13 to 18</strong></h5><ul><li><strong>What’cha Reading </strong>— Read whatever you want, and join us to chat about what you read and tell us if we should check it out the next time we are looking for a book to read.<ul><li>Thursday, June 20, 5 pm to 6 pm</li><li>Thursday, July 18, 5 pm to 6 pm</li><li><br></li><li>Thursday, August 15, 5 pm to 6 pm</li></ul></li><li><strong>Our Pick Book Club</strong>— Teens are welcome to join our regular “Our Pick” Book Club this summer. We have chosen two books that are appropriate for teens and adults.<ul><li>June 27, 6 pm to 7 pm: <em><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine</li><li>July 25, 6 pm to 7 pm: <em><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen</li><li><br></li></ul></li></ul><p>* A parent or guardian must accompany children under the age of 13 participating in our events and remain in the store for the duration.</p> 2019-05-11 16:00:00 -05005/18/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Kids
<p><strong><em><u>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</u></em></strong><br><em>a summer reading program for preschool-age through teens</em><br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</p><p>Between June 8 and August 21 we invite all children and teens to keep track of their reading time and/or books read to be eligible for prizes. Prizes will be given away at our End of Summer Picnic Lunch.</p><p>Reading logs will be available at M and M Bookstore starting on May 15, 2019.</p><h5><strong>For all reading levels </strong></h5><ul><li><strong>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party</strong><ul><li>Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm. Prima, the alpaca, will be at the store for picture opportunities.</li><li><br></li></ul></li><li><strong>Meet the Author! </strong>Discover how books are made.<ul><li>Saturday, May 18, 2019, 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm: Daphne Self</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, June 12, 2019, 11 am to Noon: Shannon Schlotfelt</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, July 10, 2019, 11 am to Noon: Mary Griffith Chalupsky</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, August 14, 11 am to Noon: K.M. Ryant Hutzel</li><li><br></li></ul></li><li><strong>Prima’s Picks End of Summer Picnic</strong><ul><li>Saturday, August 24 from Noon to 2 pm</li><li>Prizes will be given away. Prima, the alpaca, will be at the store for picture opportunities.</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Preschool Story Time, stories & activities for ages 3 to 6</strong></h5><ul><li>Tuesdays, 11 am to 11:45 am<ul><li>June 11, 18, 25</li><li>July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30</li><li>August 6, 13, 20</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Story Time for School Age, stories for ages 6 to 12</strong></h5><ul><li>Wednesdays, 11 am to Noon<ul><li>June 19, 26</li><li>July 3, 17, 24, 31</li><li>August 7</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Book Club for Middle Grades, grade 5 to 7</strong></h5><ul><li>Wednesdays, 1 pm to 2 pm</li><li>Registration required. Call 319-396-8420 to register.<ul><li>June 19: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36497525-the-creature-of-the-pines" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Unicorn Rescue Society,</a> $10, copy of the book included</li><li>June 26: Hunger Games Activities, $5</li><li>July 17: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27969099-the-changelings" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Changelings</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li><li>July 24: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24611765-the-last-kids-on-earth" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Last Kids on Earth</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li><li>July 31: Harry Potter Activities, $5</li><li>August 7: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22718727-book-scavenger" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Book Scavenger</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Book Clubs for Teens, ages 13 to 18</strong></h5><ul><li><strong>What’cha Reading </strong>— Read whatever you want, and join us to chat about what you read and tell us if we should check it out the next time we are looking for a book to read.<ul><li>Thursday, June 20, 5 pm to 6 pm</li><li>Thursday, July 18, 5 pm to 6 pm</li><li><br></li><li>Thursday, August 15, 5 pm to 6 pm</li></ul></li><li><strong>Our Pick Book Club</strong>— Teens are welcome to join our regular “Our Pick” Book Club this summer. We have chosen two books that are appropriate for teens and adults.<ul><li>June 27, 6 pm to 7 pm: <em><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine</li><li>July 25, 6 pm to 7 pm: <em><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen</li><li><br></li></ul></li></ul><p>* A parent or guardian must accompany children under the age of 13 participating in our events and remain in the store for the duration.</p> 2019-05-18 16:00:00 -05005/18/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Adults
<h5>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</h5><p><em>a summer reading program for 18 and older<br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</em></p><p>Between May 18 and August 24, 2019, we invite anyone 18 and older to participate in our summer reading program for adults.</p><ul><li>For every author or book club event you attend between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and you will receive a $5 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li><li>Purchase any book featured at one of our author events or a book selected for one of our book clubs between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and receive a $15 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Punch cards will be available starting May 15, 2019 at M and M Bookstore.</p><h5>Eligible Book Clubs</h5><h5>Sleuths-R-Us: 1st Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>for lovers of mysteries and cozy mysteries</p><ul><li>June 6, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Ripper's Shadow (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30316229-the-ripper-s-shadow" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Ripper’s Shadow</a></em> by Laura Joh Rowland</li><li>August 1, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Beekeeper's Apprentice (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/91661.The_Beekeeper_s_Apprentice" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Beekeeper’s Apprentice</a></em> by Laurie R. King</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Support a Local Author: 2nd Thursday, 5 pm</h5><p>learn about indie-published and author-published books</p><ul><li>June 13: <em><a aria-label="The Vessel of Ra (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43567203-the-vessel-of-ra" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Vessel of Ra</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Pawn of Isis (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/39169444-the-pawn-of-isis" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Pawn of Isis</a></em> by Catherine Schaff-Stump</li><li>July 11: <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Revelations (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34601623-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Revelations</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Rising (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43077310-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Rising</a></em> by Kristine Plum</li><li>August 8: <em><a aria-label="Tales of a Tomboy: Britain (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41392405-tales-of-a-tomboy" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Tales of a Tomboy: Britain</a></em> by Evan Grace</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>What’cha Reading: 3rd Thursday, 6pm</h5><p>our no assigned reading book club</p><ul><li>June 20</li><li>July 18</li><li>August 15</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Our Pick: 4th Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>favorite titles our staff has read and wants to share with you</p><ul><li>June 27: <em><a aria-label="Ink and Bone (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine*</li><li>July 25: <em><a aria-label="Here, There Be Dragons (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen*</li></ul><p>*appropriate for teens</p><h5><br></h5><h5>Eligible Author Events</h5><ul><li>Author Reading on June 13 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Catherine Schaff-Stump (opens in a new tab)" href="https://cathschaffstump.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Catherine Schaff-Stump</a></li><li>Author Reading on June 15 at 1 pm: <a href="https://mariakuznetsova.net/">Maria Kuznetsova</a></li><li>Author Skype Conversation on June 27 at 6 pm: <a href="https://www.rachelcaine.com/">Rachel Caine</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 10:30 am: <a aria-label="D. Fisher (opens in a new tab)" href="https://dfischerauthor.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">D. Fisher</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a aria-label="Adam Whitlatch (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.adamjwhitlatch.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Adam Whitlatch</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a href="https://www.aliciadill.com/">Alicia Dill</a></li><li>Author Reading on July 11 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Kristine Plum (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.kristineplum-author.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Kristine Plum</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 19 at 6 pm: <a aria-label="EM Shue, (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.authoremshue.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">EM Shue</a></li><li>Author Reading on August 8 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Evan Grace (opens in a new tab)" href="http://www.authorevangrace.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Evan Grace</a></li></ul><h5>Other Eligible Events</h5><ul><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party on Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Send-Off Party for Adults on Thursday, August 22, 6 pm to 8 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Any events hosted a M and M Bookstore held between May 18 and August 24, 2019. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/mandmbookstoreCR/events/">Please visit our Facebook page</a> for a list of upcoming events.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>*Book purchases must be made between May 18 and August 24, 2019. M and M Bookstore is not responsible for lost or stolen punch cards or gift cards.</p> 2019-05-24 04:15:00 -05005/24/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Kids
<p><strong><em><u>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</u></em></strong><br><em>a summer reading program for preschool-age through teens</em><br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</p><p>Between June 8 and August 21 we invite all children and teens to keep track of their reading time and/or books read to be eligible for prizes. Prizes will be given away at our End of Summer Picnic Lunch.</p><p>Reading logs will be available at M and M Bookstore starting on May 15, 2019.</p><h5><strong>For all reading levels </strong></h5><ul><li><strong>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party</strong><ul><li>Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm. Prima, the alpaca, will be at the store for picture opportunities.</li><li><br></li></ul></li><li><strong>Meet the Author! </strong>Discover how books are made.<ul><li>Saturday, May 18, 2019, 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm: Daphne Self</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, June 12, 2019, 11 am to Noon: Shannon Schlotfelt</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, July 10, 2019, 11 am to Noon: Mary Griffith Chalupsky</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, August 14, 11 am to Noon: K.M. Ryant Hutzel</li><li><br></li></ul></li><li><strong>Prima’s Picks End of Summer Picnic</strong><ul><li>Saturday, August 24 from Noon to 2 pm</li><li>Prizes will be given away. Prima, the alpaca, will be at the store for picture opportunities.</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Preschool Story Time, stories & activities for ages 3 to 6</strong></h5><ul><li>Tuesdays, 11 am to 11:45 am<ul><li>June 11, 18, 25</li><li>July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30</li><li>August 6, 13, 20</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Story Time for School Age, stories for ages 6 to 12</strong></h5><ul><li>Wednesdays, 11 am to Noon<ul><li>June 19, 26</li><li>July 3, 17, 24, 31</li><li>August 7</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Book Club for Middle Grades, grade 5 to 7</strong></h5><ul><li>Wednesdays, 1 pm to 2 pm</li><li>Registration required. Call 319-396-8420 to register.<ul><li>June 19: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36497525-the-creature-of-the-pines" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Unicorn Rescue Society,</a> $10, copy of the book included</li><li>June 26: Hunger Games Activities, $5</li><li>July 17: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27969099-the-changelings" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Changelings</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li><li>July 24: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24611765-the-last-kids-on-earth" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Last Kids on Earth</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li><li>July 31: Harry Potter Activities, $5</li><li>August 7: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22718727-book-scavenger" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Book Scavenger</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Book Clubs for Teens, ages 13 to 18</strong></h5><ul><li><strong>What’cha Reading </strong>— Read whatever you want, and join us to chat about what you read and tell us if we should check it out the next time we are looking for a book to read.<ul><li>Thursday, June 20, 5 pm to 6 pm</li><li>Thursday, July 18, 5 pm to 6 pm</li><li><br></li><li>Thursday, August 15, 5 pm to 6 pm</li></ul></li><li><strong>Our Pick Book Club</strong>— Teens are welcome to join our regular “Our Pick” Book Club this summer. We have chosen two books that are appropriate for teens and adults.<ul><li>June 27, 6 pm to 7 pm: <em><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine</li><li>July 25, 6 pm to 7 pm: <em><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen</li><li><br></li></ul></li></ul><p>* A parent or guardian must accompany children under the age of 13 participating in our events and remain in the store for the duration.</p> 2019-05-19 16:00:00 -05005/19/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Book Report
<p>Fee: none. No registration.</p><p>Membership Required</p><p>Tuesdays, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20</p><p>2 - 3:30 PM in room 209</p><p>Facilitator: Diana Durham</p><p>A book club that meets once a month for an</p><p>informal round table discussion and sharing</p><p>of books you have enjoyed reading. Choose</p><p>your favorite author old or new, best sellers</p><p>or classic, fiction, non-fiction, short stories</p><p>or poetry. Not limited to presenters; anyone</p><p>who is interested in finding new authors</p><p>while exploring the abundance of reading</p><p>opportunities in our City of Literature is</p><p>welcome.</p><p>Diana Durham, an avid reader, looks forward</p><p>to sharing her favorite books and expanding</p><p>her repertoire by listening and exploring your</p><p>suggestions.</p> 2019-04-29 15:30:00 -05007/16/192:00 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
Book Report
<p>Fee: none. No registration.</p><p>Membership Required</p><p>Tuesdays, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20</p><p>2 - 3:30 PM in room 209</p><p>Facilitator: Diana Durham</p><p>A book club that meets once a month for an</p><p>informal round table discussion and sharing</p><p>of books you have enjoyed reading. Choose</p><p>your favorite author old or new, best sellers</p><p>or classic, fiction, non-fiction, short stories</p><p>or poetry. Not limited to presenters; anyone</p><p>who is interested in finding new authors</p><p>while exploring the abundance of reading</p><p>opportunities in our City of Literature is</p><p>welcome.</p><p>Diana Durham, an avid reader, looks forward</p><p>to sharing her favorite books and expanding</p><p>her repertoire by listening and exploring your</p><p>suggestions.</p> 2019-04-29 15:30:00 -0500
8/20/192:00 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
Book Babies
<p>Rhymes, fingerplays, songs and short stories designed to stimulate your infant's language development. We ask that there be a lap for every baby.</p> 2019-05-02 11:00:00 -0500
5/24/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Book Babies
<p>Rhymes, fingerplays, songs and short stories designed to stimulate your infant's language development. We ask that there be a lap for every baby.</p> 2019-05-02 14:00:00 -0500
5/24/191:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Book Report
<p><strong>Fee: none.</strong><strong> No registration.</strong></p><p>Membership Required</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Tuesdays</strong><strong>, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20</strong></p><p><strong>2</strong><strong> - 3:30 PM in room 209</strong></p><p>Facilitator: Diana Durham</p><p>A book club that meets once a month for an informal round table discussion and sharing of books you have enjoyed reading. Choose your favorite author old or new, best sellers or classic, fiction, non-fiction, short stories or poetry. Not limited to presenters; anyone who is interested in finding new authors while exploring the abundance of reading opportunities in our City of Literature is welcome.</p><p><em>Diana Durham, an avid reader, looks forward to sharing her favorite books and expanding her repertoire by listening and exploring your suggestions.</em></p> 2019-04-17 15:30:00 -0500
6/18/192:00 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Adults
<h5>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</h5><p><em>a summer reading program for 18 and older<br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</em></p><p>Between May 18 and August 24, 2019, we invite anyone 18 and older to participate in our summer reading program for adults.</p><ul><li>For every author or book club event you attend between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and you will receive a $5 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li><li>Purchase any book featured at one of our author events or a book selected for one of our book clubs between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and receive a $15 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Punch cards will be available starting May 15, 2019 at M and M Bookstore.</p><h5>Eligible Book Clubs</h5><h5>Sleuths-R-Us: 1st Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>for lovers of mysteries and cozy mysteries</p><ul><li>June 6, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Ripper's Shadow (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30316229-the-ripper-s-shadow" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Ripper’s Shadow</a></em> by Laura Joh Rowland</li><li>August 1, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Beekeeper's Apprentice (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/91661.The_Beekeeper_s_Apprentice" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Beekeeper’s Apprentice</a></em> by Laurie R. King</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Support a Local Author: 2nd Thursday, 5 pm</h5><p>learn about indie-published and author-published books</p><ul><li>June 13: <em><a aria-label="The Vessel of Ra (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43567203-the-vessel-of-ra" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Vessel of Ra</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Pawn of Isis (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/39169444-the-pawn-of-isis" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Pawn of Isis</a></em> by Catherine Schaff-Stump</li><li>July 11: <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Revelations (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34601623-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Revelations</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Rising (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43077310-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Rising</a></em> by Kristine Plum</li><li>August 8: <em><a aria-label="Tales of a Tomboy: Britain (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41392405-tales-of-a-tomboy" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Tales of a Tomboy: Britain</a></em> by Evan Grace</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>What’cha Reading: 3rd Thursday, 6pm</h5><p>our no assigned reading book club</p><ul><li>June 20</li><li>July 18</li><li>August 15</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Our Pick: 4th Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>favorite titles our staff has read and wants to share with you</p><ul><li>June 27: <em><a aria-label="Ink and Bone (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine*</li><li>July 25: <em><a aria-label="Here, There Be Dragons (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen*</li></ul><p>*appropriate for teens</p><h5><br></h5><h5>Eligible Author Events</h5><ul><li>Author Reading on June 13 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Catherine Schaff-Stump (opens in a new tab)" href="https://cathschaffstump.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Catherine Schaff-Stump</a></li><li>Author Reading on June 15 at 1 pm: <a href="https://mariakuznetsova.net/">Maria Kuznetsova</a></li><li>Author Skype Conversation on June 27 at 6 pm: <a href="https://www.rachelcaine.com/">Rachel Caine</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 10:30 am: <a aria-label="D. Fisher (opens in a new tab)" href="https://dfischerauthor.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">D. Fisher</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a aria-label="Adam Whitlatch (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.adamjwhitlatch.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Adam Whitlatch</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a href="https://www.aliciadill.com/">Alicia Dill</a></li><li>Author Reading on July 11 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Kristine Plum (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.kristineplum-author.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Kristine Plum</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 19 at 6 pm: <a aria-label="EM Shue, (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.authoremshue.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">EM Shue</a></li><li>Author Reading on August 8 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Evan Grace (opens in a new tab)" href="http://www.authorevangrace.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Evan Grace</a></li></ul><h5>Other Eligible Events</h5><ul><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party on Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Send-Off Party for Adults on Thursday, August 22, 6 pm to 8 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Any events hosted a M and M Bookstore held between May 18 and August 24, 2019. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/mandmbookstoreCR/events/">Please visit our Facebook page</a> for a list of upcoming events.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>*Book purchases must be made between May 18 and August 24, 2019. M and M Bookstore is not responsible for lost or stolen punch cards or gift cards.</p> 2019-05-25 04:15:00 -05005/25/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Kids
<p><strong><em><u>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</u></em></strong><br><em>a summer reading program for preschool-age through teens</em><br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</p><p>Between June 8 and August 21 we invite all children and teens to keep track of their reading time and/or books read to be eligible for prizes. Prizes will be given away at our End of Summer Picnic Lunch.</p><p>Reading logs will be available at M and M Bookstore starting on May 15, 2019.</p><h5><strong>For all reading levels </strong></h5><ul><li><strong>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party</strong><ul><li>Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm. Prima, the alpaca, will be at the store for picture opportunities.</li><li><br></li></ul></li><li><strong>Meet the Author! </strong>Discover how books are made.<ul><li>Saturday, May 18, 2019, 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm: Daphne Self</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, June 12, 2019, 11 am to Noon: Shannon Schlotfelt</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, July 10, 2019, 11 am to Noon: Mary Griffith Chalupsky</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, August 14, 11 am to Noon: K.M. Ryant Hutzel</li><li><br></li></ul></li><li><strong>Prima’s Picks End of Summer Picnic</strong><ul><li>Saturday, August 24 from Noon to 2 pm</li><li>Prizes will be given away. Prima, the alpaca, will be at the store for picture opportunities.</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Preschool Story Time, stories & activities for ages 3 to 6</strong></h5><ul><li>Tuesdays, 11 am to 11:45 am<ul><li>June 11, 18, 25</li><li>July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30</li><li>August 6, 13, 20</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Story Time for School Age, stories for ages 6 to 12</strong></h5><ul><li>Wednesdays, 11 am to Noon<ul><li>June 19, 26</li><li>July 3, 17, 24, 31</li><li>August 7</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Book Club for Middle Grades, grade 5 to 7</strong></h5><ul><li>Wednesdays, 1 pm to 2 pm</li><li>Registration required. Call 319-396-8420 to register.<ul><li>June 19: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36497525-the-creature-of-the-pines" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Unicorn Rescue Society,</a> $10, copy of the book included</li><li>June 26: Hunger Games Activities, $5</li><li>July 17: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27969099-the-changelings" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Changelings</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li><li>July 24: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24611765-the-last-kids-on-earth" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Last Kids on Earth</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li><li>July 31: Harry Potter Activities, $5</li><li>August 7: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22718727-book-scavenger" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Book Scavenger</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Book Clubs for Teens, ages 13 to 18</strong></h5><ul><li><strong>What’cha Reading </strong>— Read whatever you want, and join us to chat about what you read and tell us if we should check it out the next time we are looking for a book to read.<ul><li>Thursday, June 20, 5 pm to 6 pm</li><li>Thursday, July 18, 5 pm to 6 pm</li><li><br></li><li>Thursday, August 15, 5 pm to 6 pm</li></ul></li><li><strong>Our Pick Book Club</strong>— Teens are welcome to join our regular “Our Pick” Book Club this summer. We have chosen two books that are appropriate for teens and adults.<ul><li>June 27, 6 pm to 7 pm: <em><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine</li><li>July 25, 6 pm to 7 pm: <em><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen</li><li><br></li></ul></li></ul><p>* A parent or guardian must accompany children under the age of 13 participating in our events and remain in the store for the duration.</p> 2019-05-20 16:00:00 -05005/20/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
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Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Adults
<h5>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</h5><p><em>a summer reading program for 18 and older<br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</em></p><p>Between May 18 and August 24, 2019, we invite anyone 18 and older to participate in our summer reading program for adults.</p><ul><li>For every author or book club event you attend between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and you will receive a $5 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li><li>Purchase any book featured at one of our author events or a book selected for one of our book clubs between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and receive a $15 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Punch cards will be available starting May 15, 2019 at M and M Bookstore.</p><h5>Eligible Book Clubs</h5><h5>Sleuths-R-Us: 1st Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>for lovers of mysteries and cozy mysteries</p><ul><li>June 6, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Ripper's Shadow (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30316229-the-ripper-s-shadow" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Ripper’s Shadow</a></em> by Laura Joh Rowland</li><li>August 1, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Beekeeper's Apprentice (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/91661.The_Beekeeper_s_Apprentice" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Beekeeper’s Apprentice</a></em> by Laurie R. King</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Support a Local Author: 2nd Thursday, 5 pm</h5><p>learn about indie-published and author-published books</p><ul><li>June 13: <em><a aria-label="The Vessel of Ra (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43567203-the-vessel-of-ra" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Vessel of Ra</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Pawn of Isis (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/39169444-the-pawn-of-isis" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Pawn of Isis</a></em> by Catherine Schaff-Stump</li><li>July 11: <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Revelations (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34601623-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Revelations</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Rising (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43077310-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Rising</a></em> by Kristine Plum</li><li>August 8: <em><a aria-label="Tales of a Tomboy: Britain (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41392405-tales-of-a-tomboy" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Tales of a Tomboy: Britain</a></em> by Evan Grace</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>What’cha Reading: 3rd Thursday, 6pm</h5><p>our no assigned reading book club</p><ul><li>June 20</li><li>July 18</li><li>August 15</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Our Pick: 4th Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>favorite titles our staff has read and wants to share with you</p><ul><li>June 27: <em><a aria-label="Ink and Bone (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine*</li><li>July 25: <em><a aria-label="Here, There Be Dragons (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen*</li></ul><p>*appropriate for teens</p><h5><br></h5><h5>Eligible Author Events</h5><ul><li>Author Reading on June 13 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Catherine Schaff-Stump (opens in a new tab)" href="https://cathschaffstump.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Catherine Schaff-Stump</a></li><li>Author Reading on June 15 at 1 pm: <a href="https://mariakuznetsova.net/">Maria Kuznetsova</a></li><li>Author Skype Conversation on June 27 at 6 pm: <a href="https://www.rachelcaine.com/">Rachel Caine</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 10:30 am: <a aria-label="D. Fisher (opens in a new tab)" href="https://dfischerauthor.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">D. Fisher</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a aria-label="Adam Whitlatch (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.adamjwhitlatch.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Adam Whitlatch</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a href="https://www.aliciadill.com/">Alicia Dill</a></li><li>Author Reading on July 11 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Kristine Plum (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.kristineplum-author.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Kristine Plum</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 19 at 6 pm: <a aria-label="EM Shue, (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.authoremshue.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">EM Shue</a></li><li>Author Reading on August 8 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Evan Grace (opens in a new tab)" href="http://www.authorevangrace.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Evan Grace</a></li></ul><h5>Other Eligible Events</h5><ul><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party on Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Send-Off Party for Adults on Thursday, August 22, 6 pm to 8 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Any events hosted a M and M Bookstore held between May 18 and August 24, 2019. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/mandmbookstoreCR/events/">Please visit our Facebook page</a> for a list of upcoming events.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>*Book purchases must be made between May 18 and August 24, 2019. M and M Bookstore is not responsible for lost or stolen punch cards or gift cards.</p> 2019-05-26 04:15:00 -05005/26/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Adults
<h5>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</h5><p><em>a summer reading program for 18 and older<br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</em></p><p>Between May 18 and August 24, 2019, we invite anyone 18 and older to participate in our summer reading program for adults.</p><ul><li>For every author or book club event you attend between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and you will receive a $5 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li><li>Purchase any book featured at one of our author events or a book selected for one of our book clubs between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and receive a $15 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Punch cards will be available starting May 15, 2019 at M and M Bookstore.</p><h5>Eligible Book Clubs</h5><h5>Sleuths-R-Us: 1st Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>for lovers of mysteries and cozy mysteries</p><ul><li>June 6, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Ripper's Shadow (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30316229-the-ripper-s-shadow" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Ripper’s Shadow</a></em> by Laura Joh Rowland</li><li>August 1, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Beekeeper's Apprentice (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/91661.The_Beekeeper_s_Apprentice" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Beekeeper’s Apprentice</a></em> by Laurie R. King</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Support a Local Author: 2nd Thursday, 5 pm</h5><p>learn about indie-published and author-published books</p><ul><li>June 13: <em><a aria-label="The Vessel of Ra (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43567203-the-vessel-of-ra" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Vessel of Ra</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Pawn of Isis (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/39169444-the-pawn-of-isis" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Pawn of Isis</a></em> by Catherine Schaff-Stump</li><li>July 11: <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Revelations (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34601623-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Revelations</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Rising (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43077310-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Rising</a></em> by Kristine Plum</li><li>August 8: <em><a aria-label="Tales of a Tomboy: Britain (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41392405-tales-of-a-tomboy" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Tales of a Tomboy: Britain</a></em> by Evan Grace</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>What’cha Reading: 3rd Thursday, 6pm</h5><p>our no assigned reading book club</p><ul><li>June 20</li><li>July 18</li><li>August 15</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Our Pick: 4th Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>favorite titles our staff has read and wants to share with you</p><ul><li>June 27: <em><a aria-label="Ink and Bone (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine*</li><li>July 25: <em><a aria-label="Here, There Be Dragons (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen*</li></ul><p>*appropriate for teens</p><h5><br></h5><h5>Eligible Author Events</h5><ul><li>Author Reading on June 13 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Catherine Schaff-Stump (opens in a new tab)" href="https://cathschaffstump.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Catherine Schaff-Stump</a></li><li>Author Reading on June 15 at 1 pm: <a href="https://mariakuznetsova.net/">Maria Kuznetsova</a></li><li>Author Skype Conversation on June 27 at 6 pm: <a href="https://www.rachelcaine.com/">Rachel Caine</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 10:30 am: <a aria-label="D. Fisher (opens in a new tab)" href="https://dfischerauthor.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">D. Fisher</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a aria-label="Adam Whitlatch (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.adamjwhitlatch.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Adam Whitlatch</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a href="https://www.aliciadill.com/">Alicia Dill</a></li><li>Author Reading on July 11 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Kristine Plum (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.kristineplum-author.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Kristine Plum</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 19 at 6 pm: <a aria-label="EM Shue, (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.authoremshue.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">EM Shue</a></li><li>Author Reading on August 8 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Evan Grace (opens in a new tab)" href="http://www.authorevangrace.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Evan Grace</a></li></ul><h5>Other Eligible Events</h5><ul><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party on Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Send-Off Party for Adults on Thursday, August 22, 6 pm to 8 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Any events hosted a M and M Bookstore held between May 18 and August 24, 2019. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/mandmbookstoreCR/events/">Please visit our Facebook page</a> for a list of upcoming events.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>*Book purchases must be made between May 18 and August 24, 2019. M and M Bookstore is not responsible for lost or stolen punch cards or gift cards.</p> 2019-05-18 04:15:00 -05005/18/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Adults
<h5>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</h5><p><em>a summer reading program for 18 and older<br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</em></p><p>Between May 18 and August 24, 2019, we invite anyone 18 and older to participate in our summer reading program for adults.</p><ul><li>For every author or book club event you attend between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and you will receive a $5 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li><li>Purchase any book featured at one of our author events or a book selected for one of our book clubs between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and receive a $15 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Punch cards will be available starting May 15, 2019 at M and M Bookstore.</p><h5>Eligible Book Clubs</h5><h5>Sleuths-R-Us: 1st Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>for lovers of mysteries and cozy mysteries</p><ul><li>June 6, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Ripper's Shadow (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30316229-the-ripper-s-shadow" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Ripper’s Shadow</a></em> by Laura Joh Rowland</li><li>August 1, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Beekeeper's Apprentice (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/91661.The_Beekeeper_s_Apprentice" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Beekeeper’s Apprentice</a></em> by Laurie R. King</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Support a Local Author: 2nd Thursday, 5 pm</h5><p>learn about indie-published and author-published books</p><ul><li>June 13: <em><a aria-label="The Vessel of Ra (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43567203-the-vessel-of-ra" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Vessel of Ra</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Pawn of Isis (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/39169444-the-pawn-of-isis" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Pawn of Isis</a></em> by Catherine Schaff-Stump</li><li>July 11: <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Revelations (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34601623-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Revelations</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Rising (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43077310-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Rising</a></em> by Kristine Plum</li><li>August 8: <em><a aria-label="Tales of a Tomboy: Britain (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41392405-tales-of-a-tomboy" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Tales of a Tomboy: Britain</a></em> by Evan Grace</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>What’cha Reading: 3rd Thursday, 6pm</h5><p>our no assigned reading book club</p><ul><li>June 20</li><li>July 18</li><li>August 15</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Our Pick: 4th Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>favorite titles our staff has read and wants to share with you</p><ul><li>June 27: <em><a aria-label="Ink and Bone (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine*</li><li>July 25: <em><a aria-label="Here, There Be Dragons (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen*</li></ul><p>*appropriate for teens</p><h5><br></h5><h5>Eligible Author Events</h5><ul><li>Author Reading on June 13 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Catherine Schaff-Stump (opens in a new tab)" href="https://cathschaffstump.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Catherine Schaff-Stump</a></li><li>Author Reading on June 15 at 1 pm: <a href="https://mariakuznetsova.net/">Maria Kuznetsova</a></li><li>Author Skype Conversation on June 27 at 6 pm: <a href="https://www.rachelcaine.com/">Rachel Caine</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 10:30 am: <a aria-label="D. Fisher (opens in a new tab)" href="https://dfischerauthor.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">D. Fisher</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a aria-label="Adam Whitlatch (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.adamjwhitlatch.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Adam Whitlatch</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a href="https://www.aliciadill.com/">Alicia Dill</a></li><li>Author Reading on July 11 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Kristine Plum (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.kristineplum-author.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Kristine Plum</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 19 at 6 pm: <a aria-label="EM Shue, (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.authoremshue.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">EM Shue</a></li><li>Author Reading on August 8 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Evan Grace (opens in a new tab)" href="http://www.authorevangrace.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Evan Grace</a></li></ul><h5>Other Eligible Events</h5><ul><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party on Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Send-Off Party for Adults on Thursday, August 22, 6 pm to 8 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Any events hosted a M and M Bookstore held between May 18 and August 24, 2019. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/mandmbookstoreCR/events/">Please visit our Facebook page</a> for a list of upcoming events.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>*Book purchases must be made between May 18 and August 24, 2019. M and M Bookstore is not responsible for lost or stolen punch cards or gift cards.</p> 2019-05-11 04:15:00 -05005/18/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Well-Read Black Girl Book Club: The Sun Is Also a Sta
<p>Join us for a discussion of the best selling novel The Sun is Also a Star ahead of the release of its movie adaptation on May 17!</p><p><br></p><h5>About this Event</h5><p><strong>The AAMI is partnering with</strong><a href="http://npbnewbo.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><strong> Next Page Books</strong></a><strong> to host a Well-Read Black Girl book club.</strong></p><p>The AAMI/Next Page Books Well-Read Black Girl book club will kick off with a discussion of Nicola Yoon’s 2016 best seller, <em>The Sun is Also a Star</em>. This novel explores the relationship between Natasha, a girl facing the looming prospect of her family’s deportation, "who believes in science and facts,” and Daniel, a boy who strives to be “the good son, the good student, living up to my parents’ high expectations.” Over the course of a single day the two meet and start to fall in love. <em>The Sun is Also a Star</em> “[t]ranscends the limits of YA as a human story about falling in love and seeking out our futures” (POPSUGAR.com), making this an ideal book for teens and adults alike.</p><p><strong>This is a free event open to the public, but registration is requested to help us plan for space and refreshments. Get a 20% off discount on </strong><em><strong>The Sun is Also a Star </strong></em><strong>at Next Page Books when you present your registration confirmation.</strong></p><p>The Well-Read Black Girl movement started as an Instagram account created by author Glory Edim and has grown into a thriving online community and Brooklyn-based festival celebrating the literary contributions of black women. The AAMI book club will meet monthly to discuss selected books by women of color. Book selections will range in genre and theme and will be available to purchase at Next Page Books.</p> 2019-04-24 19:00:00 -0500
5/16/196:00 p.m.African American Museum of IowaCedar Rapids -
Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Kids
<p><strong><em><u>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</u></em></strong><br><em>a summer reading program for preschool-age through teens</em><br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</p><p>Between June 8 and August 21 we invite all children and teens to keep track of their reading time and/or books read to be eligible for prizes. Prizes will be given away at our End of Summer Picnic Lunch.</p><p>Reading logs will be available at M and M Bookstore starting on May 15, 2019.</p><h5><strong>For all reading levels </strong></h5><ul><li><strong>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party</strong><ul><li>Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm. Prima, the alpaca, will be at the store for picture opportunities.</li><li><br></li></ul></li><li><strong>Meet the Author! </strong>Discover how books are made.<ul><li>Saturday, May 18, 2019, 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm: Daphne Self</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, June 12, 2019, 11 am to Noon: Shannon Schlotfelt</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, July 10, 2019, 11 am to Noon: Mary Griffith Chalupsky</li><li><br></li><li>Wednesday, August 14, 11 am to Noon: K.M. Ryant Hutzel</li><li><br></li></ul></li><li><strong>Prima’s Picks End of Summer Picnic</strong><ul><li>Saturday, August 24 from Noon to 2 pm</li><li>Prizes will be given away. Prima, the alpaca, will be at the store for picture opportunities.</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Preschool Story Time, stories & activities for ages 3 to 6</strong></h5><ul><li>Tuesdays, 11 am to 11:45 am<ul><li>June 11, 18, 25</li><li>July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30</li><li>August 6, 13, 20</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Story Time for School Age, stories for ages 6 to 12</strong></h5><ul><li>Wednesdays, 11 am to Noon<ul><li>June 19, 26</li><li>July 3, 17, 24, 31</li><li>August 7</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Book Club for Middle Grades, grade 5 to 7</strong></h5><ul><li>Wednesdays, 1 pm to 2 pm</li><li>Registration required. Call 319-396-8420 to register.<ul><li>June 19: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36497525-the-creature-of-the-pines" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Unicorn Rescue Society,</a> $10, copy of the book included</li><li>June 26: Hunger Games Activities, $5</li><li>July 17: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27969099-the-changelings" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Changelings</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li><li>July 24: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24611765-the-last-kids-on-earth" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Last Kids on Earth</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li><li>July 31: Harry Potter Activities, $5</li><li>August 7: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22718727-book-scavenger" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Book Scavenger</a>, $10, copy of the book included</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Book Clubs for Teens, ages 13 to 18</strong></h5><ul><li><strong>What’cha Reading </strong>— Read whatever you want, and join us to chat about what you read and tell us if we should check it out the next time we are looking for a book to read.<ul><li>Thursday, June 20, 5 pm to 6 pm</li><li>Thursday, July 18, 5 pm to 6 pm</li><li><br></li><li>Thursday, August 15, 5 pm to 6 pm</li></ul></li><li><strong>Our Pick Book Club</strong>— Teens are welcome to join our regular “Our Pick” Book Club this summer. We have chosen two books that are appropriate for teens and adults.<ul><li>June 27, 6 pm to 7 pm: <em><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine</li><li>July 25, 6 pm to 7 pm: <em><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen</li><li><br></li></ul></li></ul><p>* A parent or guardian must accompany children under the age of 13 participating in our events and remain in the store for the duration.</p> 2019-05-21 16:00:00 -05005/21/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Prima's Picks Summer Reading Program for Adults
<h5>Join us for Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program</h5><p><em>a summer reading program for 18 and older<br>May 18 through August 24, 2019</em></p><p>Between May 18 and August 24, 2019, we invite anyone 18 and older to participate in our summer reading program for adults.</p><ul><li>For every author or book club event you attend between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and you will receive a $5 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li><li>Purchase any book featured at one of our author events or a book selected for one of our book clubs between May 18 and August 24, 2019, receive 1 punch. After 5 punches, turn in your card and receive a $15 M and M Bookstore gift card.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Punch cards will be available starting May 15, 2019 at M and M Bookstore.</p><h5>Eligible Book Clubs</h5><h5>Sleuths-R-Us: 1st Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>for lovers of mysteries and cozy mysteries</p><ul><li>June 6, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Ripper's Shadow (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30316229-the-ripper-s-shadow" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Ripper’s Shadow</a></em> by Laura Joh Rowland</li><li>August 1, 2019: <em><a aria-label="The Beekeeper's Apprentice (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/91661.The_Beekeeper_s_Apprentice" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Beekeeper’s Apprentice</a></em> by Laurie R. King</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Support a Local Author: 2nd Thursday, 5 pm</h5><p>learn about indie-published and author-published books</p><ul><li>June 13: <em><a aria-label="The Vessel of Ra (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43567203-the-vessel-of-ra" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Vessel of Ra</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Pawn of Isis (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/39169444-the-pawn-of-isis" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Pawn of Isis</a></em> by Catherine Schaff-Stump</li><li>July 11: <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Revelations (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34601623-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Revelations</a></em> and <em><a aria-label="The Maiden: Rising (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43077310-the-maiden" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Maiden: Rising</a></em> by Kristine Plum</li><li>August 8: <em><a aria-label="Tales of a Tomboy: Britain (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41392405-tales-of-a-tomboy" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Tales of a Tomboy: Britain</a></em> by Evan Grace</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>What’cha Reading: 3rd Thursday, 6pm</h5><p>our no assigned reading book club</p><ul><li>June 20</li><li>July 18</li><li>August 15</li><li><br></li></ul><h5>Our Pick: 4th Thursday, 6 pm</h5><p>favorite titles our staff has read and wants to share with you</p><ul><li>June 27: <em><a aria-label="Ink and Bone (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20643052-ink-and-bone" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Ink and Bone</a></em> by Rachel Caine*</li><li>July 25: <em><a aria-label="Here, There Be Dragons (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34908.Here_There_Be_Dragons" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Here, There Be Dragons</a></em> by James A. Owen*</li></ul><p>*appropriate for teens</p><h5><br></h5><h5>Eligible Author Events</h5><ul><li>Author Reading on June 13 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Catherine Schaff-Stump (opens in a new tab)" href="https://cathschaffstump.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Catherine Schaff-Stump</a></li><li>Author Reading on June 15 at 1 pm: <a href="https://mariakuznetsova.net/">Maria Kuznetsova</a></li><li>Author Skype Conversation on June 27 at 6 pm: <a href="https://www.rachelcaine.com/">Rachel Caine</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 10:30 am: <a aria-label="D. Fisher (opens in a new tab)" href="https://dfischerauthor.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">D. Fisher</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a aria-label="Adam Whitlatch (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.adamjwhitlatch.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Adam Whitlatch</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 6 at 1 pm: <a href="https://www.aliciadill.com/">Alicia Dill</a></li><li>Author Reading on July 11 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Kristine Plum (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.kristineplum-author.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Kristine Plum</a></li><li>Author Signing on July 19 at 6 pm: <a aria-label="EM Shue, (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.authoremshue.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">EM Shue</a></li><li>Author Reading on August 8 at 5 pm: <a aria-label="Evan Grace (opens in a new tab)" href="http://www.authorevangrace.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Evan Grace</a></li></ul><h5>Other Eligible Events</h5><ul><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party on Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1 pm to 3 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Prima’s Picks Summer Send-Off Party for Adults on Thursday, August 22, 6 pm to 8 pm.</li><li><br></li><li>Any events hosted a M and M Bookstore held between May 18 and August 24, 2019. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/mandmbookstoreCR/events/">Please visit our Facebook page</a> for a list of upcoming events.</li><li><br></li></ul><p>*Book purchases must be made between May 18 and August 24, 2019. M and M Bookstore is not responsible for lost or stolen punch cards or gift cards.</p> 2019-05-27 04:15:00 -05005/27/1912:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids