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You’re invited! Story Time for Kids at UBC Bookstore

by admin | Feb 11, 2025

Come on out to Story Time for Kids—a free family event at the UBC Bookstore (Vancouver)—on Saturday, March 15 from 1 pm to 2 pm in the kids book area. A perfect event for students, staff or faculty with young children, Bookstore staff will read from a unique selection of beautiful picture books. Come early or stay afterward to enjoy the activity and colouring table! All books featured during the event are perfect for readers under 10. Plus, from March 15 to 29 all kids and YA books are 20% off! No registration required.

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· Most Unique Costume

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