Jan
14
8:00 PM20:00
Dec
14
11:00 AM11:00
HudCo Holiday Market 2024
HUDCO HOLIDAY MARKET
Join us at HudCo for a festive and fun-filled holiday market! Get into the spirit and find the perfect gifts for everyone you love from the many vendors. Picture Book will have something for eveyone on your list. Before or after you shop, hop on the Rivertowns Chamber Holiday Trolley, which will whisk you around to Hastings-on-Hudson, Dobbs Ferry, and Irvington for caroling and even more family-friendly activities.
Dec
8
9:45 AM09:45
Sunday Bookstore Hours 12/8
Picture Book will be open for business Sunday December 8th 9:45-11;45 during the HudCo Kids Club Cooking with Kate Sonders. Tickets are required for the Kid’s Club, but the bookshop is open to the public. It’s the perfect time to pick up a book for people who can’t come during the weekdays.
Dec
6
4:30 PM16:30
Author Event: MacKenzie Cadenhead signs Ghost-Spider's Unbreakable Mission
Book Signing with MacKenzie Cadenhead for Ghost-Spider's Unbreakable Mission
Date & Time: Friday December 6th 4:30pm
Location: Picture Book, HudCo, Dobbs Ferry, NY
Join us for a special book signing event with local author and friend MacKenzie Cadenhead as she celebrates the release of her new book, Ghost-Spider's Unbreakable Mission!
This is the perfect opportunity to pick up a special gift for the super-hero fan in your life, and a great time to see MacKenzie
About the Book:
Ghost-Spider's Unbreakable Mission follows Gwen Stacy, a.k.a. Ghost-Spider, as she embarks on a thrilling mission that puts her courage and determination to the ultimate test. When a new threat emerges that could change the fate of the multiverse, Gwen must work with her allies, face her fears, and push past her limits to stop a catastrophic event. This fast-paced adventure features plenty of action, heart, and superhero flair, perfect for fans of Spider-Verse and those seeking an inspiring, unyielding heroine.
About MacKenzie Cadenhead:
MacKenzie Cadenhead is a talented local author whose previous works include the chapter book series Marvel After-School Heroes, Marvel Super Hero Adventures Series &
Spider-Man’s Beyond Amazing Adventures and the comics Marvel Mutts, Dogpool, Catpool and Mousepool Friday Funnies, & Doom Academy . A Hastings resident, MacKenzie is a beloved part of our community, and we’re thrilled to welcome her to Picture Book for this special signing event!
Event Details:
Meet MacKenzie, get your book signed, and chat about her latest release.
Copies of Ghost-Spider's Unbreakable Mission will be available for purchase at the event, or ahead of time on Picture Book’s website to ensure we have enough copies
Whether you're a fan of superheroes, strong female characters, or just love a good adventure story, this book signing promises to be an exciting experience for readers of all ages.
We can't wait to see you there!
Nov
21
4:30 PM16:30
Story Time at Make Your Market
Story Time at Make Your Market in Hastings
Join us for a storytime for kids 3-8 inside the wonderful popup gift shop Make Your Market in Hastings! Sara will read from a few picture books celebrating food and family. Free and open to all, but please sign up on eventbrite so we can make sure there is enough room.
Nov
13
8:00 PM20:00
PB Book Club - Long Island Compromise
Our next book club pick is
Long Island Compromise by Taffy Brodesser-Akner
an exhilarating novel about one American family, the dark moment that shatters their suburban paradise, and the wild legacy of trauma and inheritance, from the New York Times bestselling author of Fleishman Is in Trouble.
Join Sara of Picture Book, and friend-of-the-bookstore Stephanie for a casual discussion on Wednesday November 13th at 8pm at HudCo.
The book is available to pick up in person at the shop Monday-Friday 9-5, on our website, and as an audiobook read by the author and Edoardo Ballerini
Nov
2
to Nov 3
River Arts Studio Tour November 2024
RIVER ARTS STUDIO TOUR
Picture Book will be open inside HudCo during the River Arts Studio Tour with art books for all ages, along with Boxing Day Café
SATURDAY
Saturday, November 4th, 11am – 5pm
SUNDAY
Sunday, November 5, 11am – 3pm
The 2024 RiverArts Studio Tour will feature over 80 open artist studios across the Rivertowns. The tour includes venues in four villages, including Dobbs Ferry, Hastings-on-Hudson, Irvington, and Tarrytown, but there are nearly 40 artists within the 145 Palisade Building, so it is a must visit part of the weekend.
Inside HudCo Christy Knell will be demonstrating and showing her encaustic paintings and Rana’s ceramics
Nov
1
to Dec 20
The Floral Society Holiday Shoppe 2024
Holiday Shoppe 2024
The Floral Society Holiday Shoppe was brought together to inspire connection–with loved ones, your creative practice, and nature.with a full line-up of events, and exciting pop-ins from makers and creative friends of the brand.
Picture Book is honored to be included with a special selection of thoughtfully chosen books to compliment The Floral Society’s offerings throughout the season.
We're excited to share that The Good Witch Coffee Bar is joining us this year in the Shoppe with specialty drinks and baked goods!
Located in the main atrium of the Hudson River Landing Building, Tuesday-Saturday 9-5, and also open during Saturday and Sunday of the River Arts Studio Tour.
Oct
22
6:00 PM18:00
The Worldwide Strategy Meetup: A Seth Godin Book Launch Event
The Worldwide Strategy Meetup: A Seth Godin Book Launch Event
CEO and consultant Carolyn Thornlow invites you to an exciting evening of connection and collaboration at the Worldwide Strategy Meetup at HudCo, inspired by the themes in Seth Godin’s new book This is Strategy. Taking place simultaneously in over 100 cities across every time zone, this free event brings together professionals, creatives, and strategists from various industries to discuss their work, share insights, and foster mutual support.
Make sure to pre-order Seth's book through Picture Book!
Pre-order book to ship: https://bookshop.org/a/593/9798893310160
Pre-order to pick up at HudCo: https://www.picturebookny.com/shop-more-books/this-is-strategy-by-seth-godin
For more information visit https://seths.blog/the-worldwide-strategy-meetup/
Oct
14
9:00 AM09:00
Closed Monday 10/14
Picture Book is Closed Monday 1014
Looking forward to seeing you on TuesdayOctober 15th!
Oct
11
1:00 PM13:00
Cheers to Four Years!
Celebrating Four Years of Picture Book
HudCo is kindly hosting a toast to the fourth anniversary of Picture Book. Picture Book opened in October 2020, with a small selection of books on the table, and pandemic safety protocols in place. Now we are a thriving community of readers, and we keep adding new shelving to the HudCo cafe area to showcase our large selection of books. Thank you so much for being part of this journey and community! Come toast with us at 1pm on Friday!
Oct
4
3:00 PM15:00
October Storytime with Frances Cha & April Lavalle
Storytime with Frances Cha & April Lavalle
Join us at Picture Book inside HudCo for an enchanting October Storytime! On Friday, October 4th, from 3:00-3:45pm, celebrated authors Frances Cha and April Lavalle will take center stage to share their delightful new picture books with young readers and their families.
Recommended for children ages 3-10, accompanied by their caregivers. Free & open to all - please RSVP
Come early to grab a good spot, settle in for a lively afternoon of stories, and maybe take home a new favorite book or two!
Featured Books:
✨ Frances Cha will read from The Goblin Twins: Too Hard to Scare, the latest in her whimsical series about two mischievous goblin brothers, Doki and Kebi. Inspired by Korean mythology, these adventurous tricksters roam the streets of New York City, making magical mischief and causing mayhem wherever they go. She'll also revisit her original hit, The Goblin Twins, for a double dose of goblin fun!
✨ April Lavalle will bring a touch of sweetness with her heartwarming book Feeling Boo, a gentle reminder to little ones that it’s okay to feel “boo” sometimes—especially when you’ve got friends to help brighten your day.
Sep
25
8:00 PM20:00
September Book Club
The Summer 2024 Book Picks are:
Real Americans by Rachel Khong &
The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley
Join Sara and Stephanie this summer in reading Real Americans by Rachel Khong & The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley. We’ll explore the themes of both books at our next book club meeting in September 2024. You know there will be cheese from Bloomy and a great time.
The books are available to pick up in person at the shop Monday-Friday 9-5, on our website, and as audiobooks.
Sep
21
11:00 AM11:00
Dobbs FerryCon 2024
FerryCon 2024 at the Library
FerryCon is the library’s all day, yearly Comic Con-style flagship event for all ages that takes place one Saturday every fall (formerly spring). Since 2019, FerryCon has brought over 300 participants to the library for fun-filled events including artists alley, classes, panels, and contests that revolved around comic books, graphic novels, super heroes, and more!
Picture Book will have books from the Bad Kitty series by Nick Bruel , a selection of graphic novels, and other fun books for sale.
Headlining Events
We’re so excited about our line-up for you this year! The following events will be in the Community Room unless otherwise noted.
11am: Storytime with Spiderman (Ages 2-6)
12pm: Design in Animation: What It Is and How It’s Done with Gabriel Pinto (All Ages, best for Teens and Adults)
1pm: Story Writing Skills with Bad Kitty (and Nick Bruel) (Families)
2pm: Padawan Training with Empire Saber Guild (Ages 5-12)
3pm: How to Draw Anime with Paige Monte (ages 10-18)
4pm: Splatter Talk: Horror Writing with Dobbs Ferry’s Luis Paredes and Archie Comics’ Jamie L. Rotante (Teens and Adults)
4pm: Cosplay Contest with judge Harley Nox (library plaza)
Sep
21
9:30 AM09:30
HudCo Kids Club: Meet the Animals & Saturday Bookstore
Meet the Animals
Picture Book will be open during HudCo’s Kids Club: Meet the Animals from 11am-12pm.
Sign up for the HudCo Kid’s Club ($10 for members, $25 to public) so kids can get up close and personal with some amazing animals from the Greenburgh Nature Center! This in-person event is perfect for young animal lovers who want to learn more about wildlife and conservation.
Sep
18
6:30 PM18:30
Author Event: Jenny Rosenstrach, Jodi Levine, & Margaret McCartney
Celebrating New Books!
Picture Book is thrilled to welcome beloved locals Jenny Rosenstrach and Jodi Levine, as well as co-author Margaret McCartney to celebrate their new books!
The Weekday Vegetarians Get Simple: Strategies and So-Good Recipes to Suit Every Craving and Mood by Jenny Rosenstrach shares 100 new recipes that make eating meat-free even easier, even tastier.
Mousetown: 30+ Kids Crafts Made from Recycled and Everyday Materials by Jodi Levine and Margaret McCartney is a beautiful and unique craft book that also tells the story of Mouse and his adventures.
You can pre-order your books when you purchase tickets, on Picture Books website, Bookshop.org, or on site at the event, but please do not bring books purchased elsewhere to this bookstore event.
If you would like your books shipped instead of picked up at HudCo, please use our Bookshop.org website here:
Sep
7
11:00 AM11:00
HudCo Kids Club: Mousetown Crafting with Jodi Levine
Celebrate “Mousetown” crafting with Jodi Levine
Free for HudCo members, $10 to public. Kids use recycled materials to create scenes and tiny props and imagine their own little worlds. Ages 5-11.
Jodi Levine, nationally known craft expert, is hosting a Kids Club to introduce us all to Mouse, of her new book Mousetown.
Mouse loves to collect and reuse bottlecaps, tins, and boxes for crafts ranging from mini pies, a milk carton house and a tiny wagon! Mouse (and best friend Ginger) work together in Mousetown’s bakery and are the tiny stars of this book.
At the HudCo Kids Club event, Jodi will lead kids ages 5-11 to build miniature items and scenes from the book. She'll also have crafts from the book on display!—
In Mousetown, an inventive craft and story book, you can follow Mouse through their day from getting ready to traveling to work, closing shop, grocery shopping, party prep, and throwing a surprise party for their friend, Ginger. There are 30+ crafty activities throughout the book that use recycled materials to recreate the story's scenes and tiny props so kids can follow along or make their own mini worlds!
Jodi will happily sign copies of Mousetown purchased at Picture Book (in HudCo)—available to purchase here through ticket links or on site.
Aug
30
6:00 PM18:00
Book Bar at HudCo (August 30th)
Book Bar at HudCo
August Fridays at 6pm
Join us at Book Bar, the perfect blend of literary charm and crafted cocktails in the elegant atmosphere of HudCo.
Indulge in specialty cocktails crafted to perfection by the Clink with Colleen team at the HudCo Bar, with a range of exquisite flavors that cater to every palate, including low- and no-ABV options for those seeking a mindful drinking experience.
Picture Book’s carefully curated selection of beautiful books are the perfect pairing for your cocktails, and we’re thrilled to offer this evening browsing experience to our book loving community. Whether you're here to unwind with a novel or engage in lively conversation, Book Bar offers a unique, sophisticated escape for the evening, right here in Dobbs Ferry.
Aug
23
6:00 PM18:00
Book Bar at HudCo (August 23rd)
Book Bar at HudCo
August Fridays at 6pm
Join us at Book Bar, the perfect blend of literary charm and crafted cocktails in the elegant atmosphere of HudCo.
Indulge in specialty cocktails crafted to perfection by the Clink with Colleen team at the HudCo Bar, with a range of exquisite flavors that cater to every palate, including low- and no-ABV options for those seeking a mindful drinking experience.
Picture Book’s carefully curated selection of beautiful books are the perfect pairing for your cocktails, and we’re thrilled to offer this evening browsing experience to our book loving community. Whether you're here to unwind with a novel or engage in lively conversation, Book Bar offers a unique, sophisticated escape for the evening, right here in Dobbs Ferry.
Aug
16
6:00 PM18:00
Book Bar at HudCo (August 16th)
Book Bar at HudCo
August Fridays at 6pm
Join us at Book Bar, the perfect blend of literary charm and crafted cocktails in the elegant atmosphere of HudCo.
Indulge in specialty cocktails crafted to perfection by the Clink with Colleen team at the HudCo Bar, with a range of exquisite flavors that cater to every palate, including low- and no-ABV options for those seeking a mindful drinking experience.
Picture Book’s carefully curated selection of beautiful books are the perfect pairing for your cocktails, and we’re thrilled to offer this evening browsing experience to our book loving community. Whether you're here to unwind with a novel or engage in lively conversation, Book Bar offers a unique, sophisticated escape for the evening, right here in Dobbs Ferry.
Aug
9
6:00 PM18:00
Book Bar at HudCo (August 9th)
Book Bar at HudCo
August Fridays at 6pm
Join us at Book Bar, the perfect blend of literary charm and crafted cocktails in the elegant atmosphere of HudCo.
Indulge in specialty cocktails crafted to perfection by the Clink with Colleen team at the HudCo Bar, with a range of exquisite flavors that cater to every palate, including low- and no-ABV options for those seeking a mindful drinking experience.
Picture Book’s carefully curated selection of beautiful books are the perfect pairing for your cocktails, and we’re thrilled to offer this evening browsing experience to our book loving community. Whether you're here to unwind with a novel or engage in lively conversation, Book Bar offers a unique, sophisticated escape for the evening, right here in Dobbs Ferry.
Aug
9
10:00 AM10:00
New to the Rivertowns: Coffee Meetup
Open to all. If you've recently moved to the Rivertowns and want to meet new friends, join us for coffee or tea in the HudCo café.
It's not always easy to meet new people when you move to the Rivertowns. So here's a chance to do so. Swap stories about home-hunting, share your favorite food finds, tell us how you are working (or not) now that you're out of the city (if that's where you moved from).
Just know one thing's for sure—you are welcome here, we were all new to the Rivertowns at some point! Open to HudCo members and anyone else who has moved here in the past year or two.
Come grab a coffee from @813coffeeco to connect with the community!
Aug
2
6:00 PM18:00
Book Bar at HudCo
Book Bar at HudCo
August Fridays at 6pm
Join us at Book Bar, the perfect blend of literary charm and crafted cocktails in the elegant atmosphere of HudCo.
Indulge in specialty cocktails crafted to perfection by the Clink with Colleen team at the HudCo Bar, with a range of exquisite flavors that cater to every palate, including low- and no-ABV options for those seeking a mindful drinking experience.
Picture Book’s carefully curated selection of beautiful books are the perfect pairing for your cocktails, and we’re thrilled to offer this evening browsing experience to our book loving community. Whether you're here to unwind with a novel or engage in lively conversation, Book Bar offers a unique, sophisticated escape for the evening, right here in Dobbs Ferry.
Jul
26
6:00 PM18:00
Book Bar at HudCo
Book Bar at HudCo
Launching Friday July 26th 6pm
Join us for the launch of Book Bar, the perfect blend of literary charm and crafted cocktails in the elegant atmosphere of HudCo.
Indulge in specialty cocktails crafted to perfection by the Clink with Colleen team at the HudCo Bar, with a range of exquisite flavors that cater to every palate, including low- and no-ABV options for those seeking a mindful drinking experience.
Picture Book’s carefully curated selection of beautiful books are the perfect pairing for your cocktails, and we’re thrilled to offer this evening browsing experience to our book loving community. Whether you're here to unwind with a novel or engage in lively conversation, Book Bar offers a unique, sophisticated escape for the evening, right here in Dobbs Ferry.
Jul
18
to Jul 19
A Midsummer Night's Market
A Midsummer Night's Market
Join us at HudCo for a refined evening filled with music, food, drinks, and shopping. As you browse a curated selection of unique boutiques and bespoke artisan with a live set by DJ RX, and the soft launch of the Book Bar collaboration with HudCo, Picture Book, & Clink with Colleen.
Indulge in specialty cocktails crafted to perfection by the Clink with Colleen team at the HudCo Bar, with a range of exquisite flavors that cater to every palate, including low- and no-ABV options for those seeking a mindful drinking experience.
The boutique and artisan vendors include:
A D’Zine
Cloth & Curate
Fourteen August Fine Jewelry
Hudson Ceramics
Krop Denim
Linen Tutu
Onsēm
Prelove You
Second Edition
Seed-on-Hudson
Wornout Jewelry
Via Viaggio
Jun
23
11:00 AM11:00
Summer Market at Yellow Studio
Summer Market
Woman-owned businesses will offer unique & handcrafted gifts including jewelry, candles, clothing, and artworks by local Artists. Picture Book will bring a fresh selection of art books and picture books for everyone’s inner child.
Other vendors include:
351 Bakery
Jane D’Arensbourg
Miss Mona Makes Ice Cream
Our North
Prelove You
Salt Point Farm
The Shepherd + Co.
The Yellow Studio Member Art Show will be on view.
Jun
22
2:00 PM14:00
POSTPONED: Eric Rosswood at Dobbs Ferry Public Library
Meet Eric Rosswood at Dobbs Ferry Public Library
POSTPONED TO FALL 2024
Sorry for the inconvenience
On Saturday, June 22nd at 2 pm Eric Rosswood, author of the children’s book “Strong” is coming to the library to present his newest book for teens: “Queer Cheer” and lead a discussion on how to embrace your various identities and add queer joy and positivity to all aspects of your life! The author will also be signing books, which will be available to purchase from Picture Book! Open to teens and adults.
Email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to register.
Jun
14
12:00 PM12:00
HudCo Provisions - Friday June 14
A Mini Farmer’s Market
Pop into HudCo this Friday to get ready for a gorgeous summer weekend at our intimate farmers market experience! Indulge in a variety of fresh, locally sourced organic produce, artisanal products, and homemade treats. Preorder for Friday bread pickup by Wednesday from @thehudsonoven and discover the vibrant flavors and support local vendors who bring their best to this intimate market. Come grab a coffee from @813coffeeco with your friends and family to connect with the community.
Vendors include:
@allheartbakingco
@charlotteshomekitchen
@hudsonvalleyhemphoney
@slowcocoa
@viaviaggio
@freshmeadowfarmny
@813coffeeco
@thehudsonoven
Join us to celebrate the publication of The Memo by local author Rachel Dodes and Lauren Mechling from 12-2pm
Jun
14
12:00 PM12:00
Author Event: Rachel Dodes & Lauren Mechling sign The Memo
Book Signing with Rachel Dodes & Lauren Mechling
Join us to celebrate the publication of The Memo by local author Rachel Dodes and Lauren Mechling.
"Smart, sharp, darkly funny, and every woman's fantasy: the chance to course-correct a life full of flawed decisions with the help of a memo. What could possibly go wrong?! I loved The Memo and the brilliant imaginations of Lauren Mechling and Rachel Dodes that created it." —-Laura Zigman, bestselling author of Animal Husbandry and Small World
The authors will be on site to sign books from 12-2pm on Friday June 14th in advance of the book’s publication. Pre-order your book on our website or pick up a copy at the shop. HudCo will also be hosting a farmer’s market with lunch options so you can get a great read and a great lunch at the same time.
Jun
7
6:00 PM18:00
Hastings Friday Night Pride
FRIDAY NIGHT PRIDE
6-9pm Warburton Ave
Picture Book is thrilled to participate in Hastings’ Friday Night Pride event again this year! More event details to come, but you can expect a great selection of books for kids that champion LGBTQ+ characters and families. View some of last year’s selection below.
Pre-event at Good Witch from 3:45-5:45, marching up to Warburton led by the Brass Queens
Live concert at the VFW Plaza plus free activities for all ages
Jun
4
12:00 PM12:00
Author Event: Bob McKinnon signs America's Dreaming
Book Signing with Bob McKinnon
Join us to celebrate the publication of local author Bob McKinnon’s new picture book America’s Dreaming. Bob McKinnon's lyrical writing and Thai My Phuong's unique, sweeping art helps readers see the world through America's eyes and encourages us all to be as kind as we are brave, because everyone always deserves to feel welcome. The author will be available 12-1pm to personalize your copy.
Picture Book is partnering with the Diversity Committee of Dobbs Ferry PTSA on this event, offering 10% of pre-sales, and sales at the event to the PTSA. Join us to support a local author, small business, and local schools!
PLEASE NOTE THE DATE CHANGE from 6/7 to Tuesday 6/4