More Fun Stuff!

June 2005
October 2005

“ Puff & Other Family Classics,” is a great collection of your favorite classic folk songs performed by Peter Yarrow (of Peter, Paul, and Mary), Bethany Yarrow (Yarrow’s daughter) and virtuoso cellist Rufus Cappodocia. This album is a wonderful addition to any family’s collection.

“Music For Moms… and other cool people” We think it’s safe to say that the title of this album speaks for itself. Recording artist (& customer!) Debra Davis brings us this collection of original songs about motherhood, childhood, and friendship that are sure to lighten up anyone’s day.

“Mythology” – a wonderful interactive introduction to Greek myths & legends

“Do Unto Otters” – an imaginative manners book with cute wordplay

· “Puff the Magic Dragon” – a rare celebrity book beautifully executed with a gentle dragon, expressive illustrations and a CD with Peter Yarrows singing his beloved song for a new generation. Couple the book with one of our colorful Douglas dragons or a Folkmanis dragon puppet – great gift idea.

The hottest selling DVD in these parts is the professionally produced documentary about Crescenta Valley history by John Newcombe called “Rancho La Canada: Then and Now”. Spend $20 and you can view this 3 hour+ look into La Crescenta, Montrose, La Canada, Flintridge’s past with rare footage and never before seen pictures. Stunning!

Once Upon A Time strong canvas bags (in 2 sizes) can now be used around the shop as shopping bags to fill with your books and gift selections. If you spend $150 or more, the bag is yours to keep.

You can also buy the bags for friends or children -- $18 for the large size and $10 for small.

Book of the Month Club

Give someone the gift of reading! Tell us about that person – a new grandchild, a Dad who loves to read, a special customer, the hard-to-shop for, the homebound, someone who has moved away and is nostalgic for Once Upon A Time, or maybe this one is for you. Instead of the Fruit of the Month, we’ll send them a book of the month! Or, if you prefer, we have a quarterly schedule or bi-monthly arrangement. We will personally select the book, wrap it and send it to your recipient with a gift card. We’ll work out whatever fits your budget! Please call or email Maureen for more details or to sign up

Readers' Aids

We have some of the most interesting reading glasses you have ever seen, plus some very user-friendly book lights! And to hold your place, we have elegant cameo and ribbon bookmarks, and book darts to mark a notable idea or phrase. Also, check out our western-themed bookends.

Gift Cards

We carry Booksense gift cards that are good in our store and any participating independent Booksense store around the country. Can be made out to any amount. Perfect for those avid readers who read so much you can’t keep up with them.

Other Staff Picks

Be sure to check out our STAFF PICKS display in the front of the store for recommended reading. And to see some of the newest books we carry make sure to look on the Red Barn.

Teachers, Librarians, Educators

We can special order most any book, in any quantity, and have it received (if needed) in a couple of days. Please remember us when you are in need of multiple copies for your classroom or school library. We have many satisfied teachers who depend on us to tell them what’s new and great! And educators get a special discount too!

Book Clubs Deductions

Book Clubs get deductions! Any group with a minimum of 8 book-buying members can qualify for a 20% discount on their books. We will guarantee to have the book your club selects in stock for you. Any group that would like to participate can contact Maureen with their club name and a list of club members. Thinking of starting a book group? This might be the perfect time to do so.

Fundraising

Once Upon A Time helps non-profit groups raise money.

Contact Maureen to set-up a special PRIVATE BOOKFAIR for "your" organization.

Last Updated April 19, 2008