Congratulations to Monkey See, Monkey Do... Children's Bookstore, Clarence, N.Y., which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this coming Saturday, June 15, 12-2 p.m. Curious George and Checkers the Inventor will make appearances, and customers will receive a free book with any purchase (while supplies last). In addition, children and parents can learn about the store's summer camp offerings, and the store will launch its 2019 Poster Illustration Contest for its 5th annual KidLit Week and WNY Children's Book Expo this fall.
In 2014, the bookstore launched the Children's Book Expo in Western New York with the help of a grant from James Patterson as well as a range of companies and organizations in the area. The November event includes KidsLit Week, when authors visit schools, libraries and other sites, and Expo Saturday, a free one-day showcase of children's books.
Owner Kim Krug said, "We are honored to be an active part of our community, helping to promote literacy and a love of reading for children and adults." Monkey See, Monkey Do... Children's Bookstore received the WNBA Pannell Award in 2012.