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Lots Going on at Black Bear Books!

Lots Going on at Black Bear Books!

By Sarah • on May 24, 2010

I stopped by Black Bear Books this morning to get some work done.  Black Bear is my new favorite place to do a little work in town (free wifi with purchase), or meet friends!  Bald Guy Brew Coffee, cozy atomosphere, great books, and now… YARN! Black Bear has a new owner, new decor, new website, events and happenings, and a new partner in Laura’s

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April Weekend Events: Springtime Fun! 04/16-18

April Weekend Events: Springtime Fun! 04/16-18

By Keri • on April 15, 2010

April is just flying by, but what a wonderful month it has

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April Weekend Events: Spring has Sprung 04/9-11

April Weekend Events: Spring has Sprung 04/9-11

By Keri • on April 8, 2010

April  has brought wonderful changes in our weather and scenery

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March Weekend Events: Spring is Here!!! 03/19-21

March Weekend Events: Spring is Here!!! 03/19-21

By Keri • on March 18, 2010

YEAH!!! Spring is Here!!! Saturday marks our official 1st day of Spring and boy are we ever ready for it! It’s time to get outside and enjoy the

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March Weekend Events:Marvelous March 03/5-7

March Weekend Events:Marvelous March 03/5-7

By Keri • on March 4, 2010

Welcome to Marvelous March where there’s still snow coming down but Spring is a comin’! I know everyone will certainly be ready for sunnier days and warmer climates. So get

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Adoption Books for Kids

Adoption Books for Kids

By Makisha • on December 3, 2009

Once again, please welcome Makisha Howell, who will be contributing to the Mom squad on the topic of Adoption! Adoption can be hard to understand, especially if you are kid.  Below are adoption related books which can offer a better understanding for young children. I Wished for You: An Adoption Story

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Freebie Friday: Story Time at Paint Your Wings

Freebie Friday: Story Time at Paint Your Wings

By Sarah • on August 29, 2009

Heather Reaves, owner of Paint Your Wings is excited to announce a storytime at the “paint your own pottery” studio in Boone!! The event will be called “Paint Me A Story.” Participants will be read a book, and then paint a piece of pottery that is related to the book!

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Book Review: T is for Tarheel

Book Review: T is for Tarheel

By Guest • on May 21, 2009

T is for Tar Heel, A North Carolina Alphabet Written

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Book Nook: First Experiences and The Complete Book of Farmyard Tales

Book Nook: First Experiences and The Complete Book of Farmyard Tales

By Guest • on April 20, 2009

First Experiences (C/V) Series: First Experiences Author: Anne Civardi $19.99 • Ages: 3 years and up • Size of book: 8 1/2 x 8 11/2 inches • Pages: 144 • Save $24.92! with this combined

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Freebie Friday: Youth 4 Uganda

Freebie Friday: Youth 4 Uganda

By Tiffany • on March 19, 2009

This contest is closed. Let me set the stage for you: it was October of 2007. It was the beginning of our 4th year in Boone. My husband was in school full-time. Our oldest child had just turned 10 and our second was 8 ½. Bringing up the rear, we had 19-month-old twins. I was working full-time in

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