May 2012 Events at the 3rd Street Promenade Barnes & Noble

May 1, 2012 - PRLog -- Media Contact:  Shane Pangburn
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Barnes & Noble - Santa Monica
1201 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Store Phone: 310-260-9110 Fax: 310-458-7829
Store Hours: Sunday - Thursday 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday & Saturday 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
Events may change, please call to confirm.

May 2012
Events

Tuesday, May 1 at 7:00 pm
Author Event
The Extraordinary Education of Nicholas Benedict
Trenton Lee Stewart
Unlock the mystery that began the Mysterious Benedict Society. This much anticipated prequel covers the early years of Nicholas Benedict. Find out how it all started and meet Trenton Lee Stewart, the author of this bestselling series.

Thursday, May 3 at 7:00 pm
Author Event
Please God Let It Be Herpes: A Heartfelt Quest for Love and Companionship
Carlos Kotkin
Stand-up comedian and Comedy Central regular Carlos Kotkin tells the trials and tribulations of bachelorhood. Meet the author, but please be safe.

Saturday, May 5 at 2:00 pm
Author Event and Bookfair
The Invisible String
Patrice Karst
Local author, Partrice Karst presents her best-selling books, The Invisible String and The Smile That Went Around the World. Enjoy a wonderful storytime and support Connections for Children via our B&N Bookfair program

Tuesday, May 8 at 7:00 pm
Author Event
A Hero for WondLa
Tony DiTerlizzi
Tony DiTerlizzi, Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator and co-creator of The Spiderwick Chronicles, continues his bestselling series 'The Search for WondLa.' Meet the multi-talented author and artist and be one of the first to find A Hero for WondLa.

Thursday, May 10 at 7:00 pm
Author Event
Oklahoma City
Andrew Gumbel
Nearly two decades after the attack, questions still remain about the Oklahoma City bombing and its investigation. Author Andrew Gumbel's years of reporting reveal rifts between departments and anti-terrorism problems with implications for today.

Wednesday, May 30 at 7:00 pm
Author Event
Asylum: Hollywood Tales from My Great Depression
Joe Pantoliano
Emmy-winning and blockbusting actor Joe Pantoliano (Joey Pants) presents a candid memoir of his struggles with brain dis-ease. Meet the legendary actor and learn from his battle with depression and addiction.

Thursday, May 31 at 7:00 pm
Author Event
Wedding Cake for Breakfast
Join local authors as they discuss the new anthology Wedding Cake for Breakfast. Hear tales of the first year of marriage, for better or worse.

Weekly Events

Every Saturday at 2:00 pm
NOOK Class
Whether you are a seasoned NOOK enthusiast or just curious, join us in-store for a variety of events designed to teach, entertain and inspire. Find out how to work your NOOK Simple Touch, NOOK Color or NOOK Tablet with our weekly class.

Barnes & Noble, Jr

Every Saturday at 11:00 am
Storytime
Saturday Storytime
Every week brings a new lesson with a collection of stories and crafts perfect for children ages 2 to 5.

Every Monday at 10:00 am
Storytime
Toddler Time
There is no better way to start the week than to be surrounded by books, stories, and lots of laughter. So join us, Book Buddies, for ongoing fun and stories galore. It is the perfect beginning to the week.

Saturday May 26 11:00 am
Storytime
Toot & Puddle Visit Storytime
Saturday storytime is even better with a visit from picture book favorites, Toot & Puddle. Bring the camera and the whole family for a fun meet and greet.

Upcoming Events

Monday, June 18 at 7:00 pm
Richelle Mead

Wednesday, June 20 at 7:00 pm
Dominque Moceanu