The Book Stall

Join us at The Book Stall for a Saturday Storytime featuring award-winning author Miranda Paul and her new book, Kaleidoscope of Hope: How Butterfly Life Cycles Reflect Our World. In a richly layered text, acclaimed author Miranda Paul explores each stage of a butterfly’s life cycle, while providing lessons in care and responsibility and encouraging hope for the future of our planet. Ms. Paul will lead an interactive event for children to examine butterfly wings up-close and provide materials from the “puddling activity” found in the backmatter of the book so kids can help butterflies in their own backyard. This nonfiction picture book is perfect for kids ages 4 to 8.&nbsp;
Miranda Paul is an award-winning children’s author of more than twenty books for children. Several of her books have been named Junior Library Guild selections and CCBC Choices selections. Her acclaimed work includes One Plastic Bag, Water Is Water, Whose Hands Are These?; Nine Months, illustrated by Caldecott Honoree Jason Chin; Little Libraries, Big Heroes; Thanku: Poems of Gratitude; and Speak Up. Some of her most notable titles with international acclaim have stemmed from collaborating with activist icons—Isatou Ceesay, Farmer Tantoh Nforba, and Rashida Tlaib. She is an annual faculty member at the Highlights Foundation and a co-founding member of the nonprofit organization We Need Diverse Books. She currently serves on the board of Americans Serving African Children (ASAC). Learn more at <a href="https://www.mirandapaul.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">mirandapaul.com</a>.

Local Event: Kaleidoscope of Hope: Saturday Storytime with Miranda Paul

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Kaleidoscope of Hope: Saturday Storytime with...

Join us at The Book Stall for a Saturday Storytime featuring award-winning author Miranda Paul and her new book, Kaleidoscope...

Kaleidoscope of Hope: Saturday Storytime with Miranda Paul

The Book Stall is excited to host bestselling author Kathleen Rooney&nbsp;on Thursday, July 9 at 6:00 pm for a discussion featuring her new book, Man Overboard!, a funny and moving novel in which a former college swimmer falls off a cruise ship and must keep treading water as memories and regrets wash over him. Man Overboard! is an inventive, slyly hilarious, and inspiring novel about what it means to be alive, stay alive, and what keeps us going no matter how choppy the waves of our journey become. Hold on for dear life! Ms. Rooney will be in-conversation with Sara Levine.&nbsp;
Kathleen Rooney is the nationally bestselling author of Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk, as well as Cher Ami and Major Whittlesey and From Dust to Stardust. She has won the Ruth Lilly Poetry Prize from Poetry magazine and the Adam Morgan Literary Citizen Award from the Chicago Review of Books. Kathleen’s criticism can be found in The New York Times, the Star Tribune (Minneapolis), The Brooklyn Rail, Chicago magazine, the Los Angeles Review of Books, and beyond. She lives in Chicago with her spouse, the writer Martin Seay, and teaches English and creative writing at DePaul University.&nbsp;
Sara Levine is the author of the novel The Hitch (a NYT Critic Pick and a Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year) and the novel Treasure Island!!!. She teaches at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

Local Event: Man Overboard: An Evening with Kathleen Rooney at The Book Stall

Man Overboard: An Evening with Kathleen Rooney...

The Book Stall is excited to host bestselling author Kathleen Rooney on Thursday, July 9 at 6:00 pm for a discussion featuring...

Man Overboard: An Evening with Kathleen Rooney at The Book Stall

The Book Stall welcomes award-winning author Michelle Schaub&nbsp;on July 11 at 10:30 am for a Saturday Storytime featuring two new books! Meadows of the Sea: The Wonders of Seagrass explores the vital ecosystem of underwater seagrass meadows, including the many species of fish, mammals, reptiles, and invertebrates that call it home. A Pathway for Pollinators is a bright, read-aloud companion to A Place for Rain that inspires readers to build city gardens that connect and support pollinators.&nbsp;
Michelle Schaub is an award-winning children’s author and veteran teacher. Her book Fresh-Picked Poetry: A Day at the Farmers’ Market won the 2018 Growing Good Kids Award and 2019 Northern Lights Book Award. She is also the author of Finding Treasure: A Collection of Collections, an NCTE notable poetry book for 2020, and Dream Big, Little Scientists. Her poems appear in several anthologies, including The Poetry Anthology for Celebrations and&nbsp;Great Morning! Poems for School Leaders to Read Aloud.

Local Event: Saturday Storytime with Michelle Schaub at The Book Stall

Saturday Storytime with Michelle Schaub at The...

The Book Stall welcomes award-winning author Michelle Schaub on July 11 at 10:30 am for a Saturday Storytime featuring two new...

Saturday Storytime with Michelle Schaub at The Book Stall

The Book Stall welcomes Evanston author Jen Katz for a Saturday Storytime&nbsp;on July 18 at 10:30 am featuring her picture book, Miss McCuddles Wants Pizza!: A Rabbit Tale, the story of a pet rabbit who is tired of eating greens and decides that she simply must try pizza. After a trip to vet for her troubles with the new diet, Miss McCuddles realizes that she’d rather stick to the food rabbits are supposed to eat. In the end, she is quite content to eat the greens that are prepared for her.
Jen Katz, MA, SLP/L, is a speech-language pathologist and a mother of two who lives in a Chicago suburb. A native of Long Island, New York and a graduate of Northwestern University, Jen works in a school and a private clinic with children and teens who have communication disorders.

Local Event: Saturday Storytime with Jen Katz: Miss McCuddles Wants Pizza!

Saturday Storytime with Jen Katz: Miss...

The Book Stall welcomes Evanston author Jen Katz for a Saturday Storytime on July 18 at 10:30 am featuring her picture book,...

Saturday Storytime with Jen Katz: Miss McCuddles Wants Pizza!

The Book Stall is excited to host author Dara Levan for a discussion with Ali Wenzke&nbsp;on Wednesday, July 22 at 6:00 pm featuring Ms. Levan's new book, Shaken to the Core. When life is cut short, what do we do with the time we have left? An uplifting story of hope amid heartbreak, Shaken to the Core explores motherhood, chosen family, and the transformative power of love.&nbsp;
Dara Levan is an author, speaker, and the founder of Every Soul Has a Story, an inspiring podcast in which she interviews guests from around the globe. Dara is the author of the award-winning novel, It Could Be Worse, and a contributor to the USA Today bestselling anthology, On Being Jewish Now. She is a graduate of Indiana University with a bachelor’s degree in English and certificate in journalism. Dara earned her master’s degree in communication sciences and Disorders at Nova Southeastern University. Actively involved in her community, Dara is a board member of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation/Memorial Foundation, board trustee of Interlochen Center for the Arts, and involved in several other organizations. She is a founding member of the Circle of Friends for the Alvin Sherman Library at Nova Southeastern University and a member of the Authors Guild and the Women’s Fiction Writers Association. Ali Wenzke&nbsp;is the&nbsp;best-selling author of&nbsp;The Art of Happy Moving: How to Declutter, Pack, and Start Over While Maintaining Your Sanity and Finding Happiness&nbsp;and a Realtor with Compass in Winnetka.&nbsp;

Local Event: Shaken to the Core: A Discussion with Dara Levan and Ali Wenzke at The Book Stall

Shaken to the Core: A Discussion with Dara...

The Book Stall is excited to host author Dara Levan for a discussion with Ali Wenzke on Wednesday, July 22 at 6:00 pm featuring...

Shaken to the Core: A Discussion with Dara Levan and Ali Wenzke at The Book Stall

Join The Book Stall for a celebration of nature on July 25 at 10:30 am with a Saturday Storytime featuring Lake Forest author and former Wilmette teacher, Melanie Uteg and her chapter book series, Dung And Bo Go To School. Dung is bold dung beetle, who is set in his ways and Bo is a shy, yet adventurous rainbow stag beetle. They set off to explore different insect schools — meeting new friends and having fun school adventures. This interactive session will inspire kids to plant pollinator gardens, raise butterflies and protect our insects’ habitats. This event is great for children in preschool and elementary school, but open to all curious nature lovers!
Melanie Uteg is an author, educator and naturalist, who lives in the Chicago suburbs with her spouse and two children. Melanie divides her time between writing books with STEAM and civics themes and volunteering in her Lake County community. She is the author of Dung And Bo Go To School, a 6-book chapter book series.

Local Event: Dung & Bo Series: Saturday Storytime with Melanie Uteg

Dung & Bo Series: Saturday Storytime with...

Join The Book Stall for a celebration of nature on July 25 at 10:30 am with a Saturday Storytime featuring Lake Forest author...

Dung & Bo Series: Saturday Storytime with Melanie Uteg

The Book Stall welcomes Marlene Brill to The Book Stall&nbsp;on August 8 at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime featuring her new biography for young people, Judith Resnik: Unsung Astronaut. Growing up, Judith Resnik didn’t dream of space—but she became one of NASA’s first female astronauts and the second American woman in orbit. This inspiring middle-grade biography brings Resnik’s remarkable life to light. Readers will discover how a girl from Ohio became a trailblazer in space and how her courage and brilliance continue to inspire new generations. Her story reminds us that even if you’re not first, you can still make history—and that reaching for the stars starts with believing in yourself. Ms. Brill will share stories and pictures about space and Judith Resnik - this storytime is great for kids of all ages!&nbsp;
Marlene Targ Brill is an award-winning author of seventy-four books for all ages, including Jane Addams: The Most Dangerous Woman in America and Dolores Huerta Stands Strong: The Woman Who Demanded Justice from Ohio University Press. She especially seeks to write women into history and tell stories of the undersung. Learn more at <a href="https://marlenetargbrill.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">marlenetargbrill.com</a>.

Local Event: Judith Resnik: Unsung Astronaut - Saturday Storytime with Marlene Brill

Judith Resnik: Unsung Astronaut - Saturday...

The Book Stall welcomes Marlene Brill to The Book Stall on August 8 at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime featuring her...

Judith Resnik: Unsung Astronaut - Saturday Storytime with Marlene Brill

The Book Stall welcomes Stephanie Daly&nbsp;on August 22 at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime featuring her new book, Kimo and Howie's Rainforest Ruckus. Kimo &amp; Howie's Rainforest Ruckus is a lively, heartwarming picture book set in the colorful world of Canopy Hollow, where every animal plays a part in the beloved Forest Feast. Full of laughter, teamwork, and heart, this story models the educational value of restorative practices while celebrating friendship, community, and kindness.&nbsp;
Stephanie Daly, Ed.D., is an educator, author, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience as an elementary teacher, district administrator, and a National Blue-Ribbon principal. She is passionate about restorative practices in learning, creating stories that turn mistakes into opportunities for empathy, problem-solving, and repairing relationships. Her picture books give children the language and tools to navigate conflict, repair harm, and build belonging. These books help young readers develop essential life skills as they navigate real-world challenges. Dr. Daly holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership and researched restorative practices in PreK-12 settings. She lives in a Chicago suburb with her husband, Andrew, their three children, and their dogs.

Local Event: Kimo and Howie's Rainforest Ruckus: Saturday Storytime with Stephanie Daly

Kimo and Howie's Rainforest Ruckus: Saturday...

The Book Stall welcomes Stephanie Daly on August 22 at 10:30 am for a special Saturday Storytime featuring her new book, Kimo...

Kimo and Howie's Rainforest Ruckus: Saturday Storytime with Stephanie Daly

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Join us for this MCM time capsule in Glencoe!
📪 277 Sylvan, Glencoe 📅 June 26-27 ⌚️ Friday 9:30-3:30 (numbers at 9) ⌚️ Saturday 10:00-3:00
Mid century everything: Art, decor, furniture, books - So much more than is shown in the photos!
PLEASE NOTE - some rooms may be dark because there is no overhead lighting. Flashlights are recommended.
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Local Event: ReHOME Estate Sale in Glencoe

ReHOME Estate Sale in Glencoe

Join us for this MCM time capsule in Glencoe!
📪 277 Sylvan, Glencoe  📅 June 26-27 ⌚️ Friday 9:30-3:30 (numbers at 9) ⌚️ Saturday...

Village Green Park

Join us in Northbrook this Sat-Sun, June 27-28, 2026 (10am-4pm both days) for the 3rd annual&nbsp;North Shore Artisan Market&nbsp;in idyllic Village Green Park (1810 Walters Ave., Northbrook) in the heart of downtown Northbrook, IL. This delightful outdoor&nbsp;market showcases 100 top local &amp;&nbsp;Midwest artisans in food, fashion, home goods &amp; decorative art. 
RSVP &amp; let us know you're coming: <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/RSVP" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">NorthShoreArtisanMarket.com/RSVP-Northbrook</a>&nbsp;(Free admission | Dog-friendly | Free Parking ) and for programming &amp; weather updates.&nbsp;
Rain or shine event --&nbsp;with wonderful shade throughout the market&nbsp;from Village Green Park's&nbsp;stately oak trees.
* WHAT: Outdoor Market | 100 Top Local &amp;&nbsp;Midwest Artisans | Food, Fashion, Home &amp; Art | Free Admission | Dog-friendly | Free Parking | Kids Playground | Picnic Tables | Shade from&nbsp;Oak&nbsp;Trees | Indoor Restrooms&nbsp;
* WHERE: 1810 Walters Ave., Northbrook, IL | Village Green Park
* WHEN: Sat-Sun, June 27-28, 2026 | 10am-4pm both days
* WHY: Shop small, local &amp; sustainable - with talented artisans &amp; small businesses who pour their passions into creating one-of-a-kind products.
What you'll find? Art Jewelry | Ceramics | Gourmet Food | Woodworking |&nbsp;| Prints &amp; Illustrations | Spices &amp; Sauces | Bakery &amp; Pastry Items | Clothing &amp; Accessories | Leather Goods | Macrame &amp; Crochet | Sticker Art | Plushy Toys/Animals | Vintage Jewelry | Cards | Housewarming | Thoughtful Gifts Galore...and more!
Are you a talented artisan looking to vend in 2026 &amp; beyond? Learn more about our curated markets in Northbrook, Winnetka, Oak Brook, Naperville, and Chicago (Fulton Market &amp; Ravenswood) at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/vendors" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/vendors</a>
Apply to vend at our Chicago area&nbsp;markets at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/apply" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.c...</a>&nbsp;
Can't make it this weekend?&nbsp; Check out our 2026 Market Calendar at <a href="https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/calendar." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/calendar.</a>
Vendors - we do NOT charge junk fees just to fill out our common app online.
About North Shore Artisan Market:&nbsp; The North Shore Artisan Market is produced by INV Marketing Group, a Chicago area company based in Oak Brook, IL that operates the <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Chicago Artisan Market</a> (two locations in Fulton Market and Ravenswood), the <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook Artisan Market</a>, the <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville Artisan Market</a> and the <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Shore Artisan Market</a>&nbsp;(Northbrook &amp; Winnetka).&nbsp;We’ve been showcasing &amp; supporting small businesses throughout Chicagoland for 20+ years. Founded in 2004, INV Marketing Group LLC also owns and operates <a href="https://stylechicago.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">StyleChicago.com</a> digital media properties and has produced nearly 200 signature events and pop-up markets in the greater Chicago area.

Local Event: North Shore Artisan Market - this Sat-Sun, Jun 27-28 in Northbrook (Village Green Park)

North Shore Artisan Market - this Sat-Sun, Jun...

Join us in Northbrook this Sat-Sun, June 27-28, 2026 (10am-4pm both days) for the 3rd annual North Shore Artisan Market in...

North Shore Artisan Market - this Sat-Sun, Jun 27-28 in Northbrook (Village Green Park)

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<img src="https://www.arrl.org/files/image/Home/Membership/FD_Homepage_Ad_590x315__1_.jpg" alt="2026 ARRL Field Day">
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DAY -&nbsp;#ARRLFD Amateur Radio Operators (hams)
communicate worldwide, join
contests, aid public service, learn
emergency preparedness, and
engage in community outreach
 Where: CLARKSON PARK
 1950 WILLOW RD NORTHFIELD, IL 60093
 When: Saturday, June 28th - 1pm - 6pm Sunday, June 29th - 9am - 1pm You can use our ham radio
transmitter to talk with ham radio
people anywhere in the US or
worldwide, with help from a
licensed ham radio operator in
Clarkson Park
Connect with Ham Radio Operators!
 You just hold the microphone,
press the talk button, and speak.
 It’s that easy! All ages are welcome!<a href="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ca415c39d41493710d71f69/t/6a349df935c74268cf25029d/1781833210226/Field+Day+2026+Flyer+3.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> </a>

Local Event: 27 and 28 of June - North Shore Amateur Radio Club Field Day 2026

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COME
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The Book Stall, 811 Elm St, Winnetka, IL

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JUL

18

10:30 AM

The Book Stall, 811 Elm St, Winnetka, IL

Shaken to the Core: A Discussion with Dara Levan and Ali Wenzke at The Book Stall

JUL

22

6:00 PM

The Book Stall, 811 Elm St, Winnetka, IL

Dung & Bo Series: Saturday Storytime with Melanie Uteg

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25

10:30 AM

The Book Stall, 811 Elm St, Winnetka, IL

Judith Resnik: Unsung Astronaut - Saturday Storytime with Marlene Brill

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8

10:30 AM

The Book Stall, 811 Elm St, Winnetka, IL

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22

10:30 AM

The Book Stall, 811 Elm St, Winnetka, IL

ReHOME Estate Sale in Glencoe

North Shore Artisan Market - this Sat-Sun, Jun 27-28 in Northbrook (Village Green Park)

27 and 28 of June - North Shore Amateur Radio Club Field Day 2026