Happy Little Booksters

08/30/2026

Still going strong in September!

08/25/2026

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ALA is heartbroken at the passing of country music legend, cultural icon, and champion of literacy Dolly Parton.

Dolly’s award-winning Imagination Library initiative, inspired by her father’s inability to read or write, has put hundreds of millions of free books into the hands of children across America and was considered by her to be one of her greatest achievements.

“We’re giving books to kids who wouldn’t have a chance to get them otherwise,” she told American Libraries in a 2018 interview. “A lot of people think this is just for poor children—it’s for all children. It’s important to get books into the hands of any child that we can.”

ALA was proud to confer Dolly with an honorary lifetime membership, the Association’s highest honor, in 2023 for her lasting impact on librarianship, libraries, and the communities they serve.

Dolly was also part of ALA’s Celebrity READ campaign, in which she holds a copy of 'The Little Engine That Could.'

“I’ve always related to that book because I’m the little engine that did!” she said.

Thank you, Dolly. ❤️

08/23/2026

Barks and Books Saturday August 29th!

Still accepting Book-ish and Dog-ish vendors 😊😉

Just reach out!

08/15/2026

Emme’s got her own booth today! Plus the bookshop’s set up! TIL 1pm

08/15/2026

08/13/2026

It’s gonna be hot so come early and help us small businesses out!

We’ve got all your favorite vendors, our Kids Market under the big red & white tent, AND Six Arrows Farm & Gift’s Back to School Event all happening in one place! ❤️🤍📚

Come make a morning of it, shop local, support small businesses, and stock up on all the good stuff!

✨ This Week’s Vendors:

🍞 Grains of Joy Sourdough – Fresh sourdough breads, cookies & other baked treats
🍪 Nestled in Sugar– Peanut & tree nut-free baked goods
🏺 Fernie & Vi – Handmade pottery, stained glass art & plants (leaving early)
🥒 Oxford Family Farms – Homemade pickles, fresh salsa & seasonal produce
🌻 Scout’s Farm & Flower – Fresh produce, flowers & crochet creations
🥚 RORA’s ROOT– Farm-fresh eggs, leather goods, bags & handmade trinkets
🌶️ The Ozark Salsateria – New Mexico Hatch chile salsas and flavorful homemade specialties (cash only)
🍋‍🟩Zia Gold & Red – Small-batch Hatch chile salsas inspired by New Mexico flavors
🌶️ Ranger Hot Salt – Flavor-packed hot salts and spicy seasonings
🌾 Hatch Farm – Local produce and honey
🧺 African Handwoven Baskets – Beautiful artisan baskets handcrafted in Africa
🧸 EB II Woobies – Handmade plushies, comfort items & unique gifts (leaving early!)
🍼 Pootenanny Baby Apparel – Soft bamboo baby clothing, blankets & accessories
🎨 Eve Martini Art – Handmade artwork, stationery, prints & cards
📚 Happy Little Booksters – Gently loved books for children
🧶 Unraveled – Handmade fiber creations and unique crafty goods
✨ Mix Designs – flowers, balloons, flower art
🧢Cydnee Designs Custom Hound Embroidery – Creative handmade goods and unique designs
🎨Paint Go Crazy – plaster kits to do on site or take to go
💎 Birch & Sparrow Permanent Jewelry – Custom-fit permanent bracelets, anklets & necklaces

🚚 Hefty Hoagies will be serving up delicious sandwiches and favorites all day, so come hungry! 🥪

🎒 PLUS: Our Kids Market will be under the big red & white tent this week for easier shopping! Come cheer on our young entrepreneurs and see what they’ve been creating.

📚 And while you’re here, check out Six Arrows Farm and Gift’s Back to School Event!

🗓️ Saturday, August 15
⏰ Farmers Market | 8 AM–1 PM

Bring your reusable bags, invite a friend, and spend your Saturday supporting local. You really don’t want to miss this one! 🌿❤️

08/09/2026

Happy National Book Lovers Day, my fellow readers! Let's celebrate, shall we?

08/08/2026

Today we're celebrating all the feline friends who curl up beside us during storytime, chase sunbeams across the floor, and inspire endless imagination! Happy International Cat Day! Do you have a kitty? Share photos in the comments below!

08/08/2026

Fantastic event happening now at YvonneRichardson CommunityCenter! Lots of FREE back to school goodies, food, and community resources! Here til 2!