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Once Upon a Bookstore A children's bookstore at 2795 Tutt Street, across from Raymer Elementary. We want to serve our community through our love of kid lit!

We carry toys, games, puzzles and art kits, and are happy to make recommendations to help you find that perfect gift.

I absolutely love this year’s orange shirt design from Native Northwest - If you are still looking for a T-shirt or a st...
28/09/2026

I absolutely love this year’s orange shirt design from Native Northwest - If you are still looking for a T-shirt or a story to honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation we can help you out!

New books coming in daily that highlight the cozy changes of Summer to Fall.So much to look forward to! 🍁
17/09/2026

New books coming in daily that highlight the cozy changes of Summer to Fall.

So much to look forward to!

🍁

It’s a big big day today! For the first time in 20 years there is a new Gruffalo story!!Happy to report it is absolutely...
11/09/2026

It’s a big big day today! For the first time in 20 years there is a new Gruffalo story!!

Happy to report it is absolutely excellent and perfect for seasoned or brand new Julia Donaldson fans.

Come see what happens when Gruffalo Granny comes for a visit!! Pickup your copy in store now or comment below to reserve one.

AND stay tuned for details about our Gruffalo Granny party happening later this month! You won’t to miss it.

Have you heard about DRAW- a creativity card deck game for families looking for creative exploration?I hadn’t either- un...
24/08/2026

Have you heard about DRAW- a creativity card deck game for families looking for creative exploration?

I hadn’t either- until Canadian artist and creator Jenny Kastner ↟Jenny Kastner↟ contacted me and asked if it would be a game we would be interested in carrying.

I was immediately intrigued by the premise- 3 draw piles, each containing a prompt (like a subject, a sidekick, an action or a prop) to inspire the player to get creative.

I thought ‘this is a game I would love to play with my family’, so I did an order and they are now in the store, ready for you to discover with your family.

We’ve already sold a couple and I’m excited to introduce you to the game as well. You can learn more about it DRAW or by checking it out the next time you’re at the bookstore.

Smoky days outside call for quiet reading days inside.
10/08/2026

Smoky days outside call for quiet reading days inside.

I love a long summer, and those of you who still have road trip/train trip/airplane trip plans this summer might be look...
07/08/2026

I love a long summer, and those of you who still have road trip/train trip/airplane trip plans this summer might be looking for fun games for the kids to play while travelling. Check out some of these fun ideas!

I love restock days! I was unpacking boxes all day of our favourite pretend play mice, and then I got to design them i...
10/07/2026

I love restock days! I was unpacking boxes all day of our favourite pretend play mice, and then I got to design them into little play scenes!

Swipe to see close ups of all my little motifs, click on the link in our bio to shop our maileg collection, or stop by the bookstore to browse the offerings in person!

If you haven’t checked out all the the cute jewellery, activity kits and trinkets from local artisan Penny Dirks, you’ll...
08/07/2026

If you haven’t checked out all the the cute jewellery, activity kits and trinkets from local artisan Penny Dirks, you’ll want to browse all the new items she’s brought into the store on your next visit! From themed activity kits, to beaded bookmarks, to creative pens, and beautiful jewellery- there are so many cute things! Her products make for great add-on ideas for birthday presents, or great giveaways in loot bags.

It’s here! The final book in the beloved series has landed in the bookstore!!Purchase a copy and you’ll get a selectio...
03/07/2026

It’s here! The final book in the beloved series has landed in the bookstore!!

Purchase a copy and you’ll get a selection of Heartstopper Official Cards free with purchase* (while supplies last).

Don’t miss your opportunity to fall in love with this charming, gut wrenching, and utterly delightful book series!

I took a little social media break- but am back just as school has let out for summer to let you know about our Summer B...
26/06/2026

I took a little social media break- but am back just as school has let out for summer to let you know about our Summer Book Bingo program!

A great fun (and free) way to keep your kids reading this summer!
Here’s how it works:

📚Pick up a Bingo card at the bookstore (or download one from our website, link in bio)
📚Check out the bingo squares and choose books to read that match the categories and write the title of the book in the blank space.
📚When you get a line bring the card in to win a prize (new prize offerings every week)
📚Make and X or fill in the whole card for a chance to win 1 of 3 $50 gift certificates to the bookstore!

Happy Summer and Happy Reading!

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Opening Hours

Monday 10:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday 10:00 - 17:00
Friday 10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 10:00 - 16:00

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+12509801130

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