Upcoming Events
Freedom to Read Day of Action
We’re celebrating the right to read and stand against censorship with a day full of activities:
Banned Book Storytimes
Civic Participation Stations
Bookmark Making & Arts and Crafts
Deals for Students on banned book titles
Let’s come together, get creative, and stand up for the freedom to read! See you at the shop!
Women4Change Postcard Party
Got big GOTV energy and not sure what to do with it? Women4Change will be hosting Postcard Parties at the shop Wednesdays, October 9, 16, and 23 from 5-7pm. We’ll be working in solidarity—registering voters and writing postcards. Planning to join? Just send a quick RSVP to: vote@women4changeindiana.org
Not-So-Spooky Storytime
Get ready for a fright-free, fun-filled time! Join us for a special Storytime that’s perfect for little ones. We’ll be sharing playful, not-so-spooky tales, followed by a themed arts and crafts activity. It’s all about smiles, creativity, and a little fall holiday spirit! Bring your kiddos, friends, or family, and enjoy a cozy, lighthearted celebration of the season.
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Not-So-Spooky Storytime
Get ready for a fright-free, fun-filled time! Join us for a special Storytime that’s perfect for little ones. We’ll be sharing playful, not-so-spooky tales, followed by a themed arts and crafts activity. It’s all about smiles, creativity, and a little fall holiday spirit! Bring your kiddos, friends, or family, and enjoy a cozy, lighthearted celebration of the season.
Nutty for Novels Book Club Meeting - October
October Pick:
Camp Damascus
by Chuck Tingle
Nutty for Novels meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Create-a-Canvas
Join us for a fun night of canvas creation! You provide your inspiration and creativity! We'll provide the canvas and art supplies - which now include washable fingerpaint for smaller kiddos who might want to participate :)
Come alone or make it a night out with family or friends! Stay for the whole event, leave early, or join us a little late —it's flexible. Open to all ages!
We'd love to display your artwork in-store until the next art event - but, that's totally up to you and not a requirement.
Cost: $5 /person to cover canvas and supplies.
Let’s create some art together!!
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Nutty for Novels Book Club Meeting - November
November Pick:
The Sentence
by Louise Erdrich
Nutty for Novels meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Women4Change Postcard Party
Got big GOTV energy and not sure what to do with it? Women4Change will be hosting Postcard Parties at the shop Wednesdays, October 9, 16, and 23 from 5-7pm. We’ll be working in solidarity—registering voters and writing postcards. Planning to join? Just send a quick RSVP to: vote@women4changeindiana.org
Women4Change Postcard Party
Got big GOTV energy and not sure what to do with it? Women4Change will be hosting Postcard Parties at the shop Wednesdays, October 9, 16, and 23 from 5-7pm. We’ll be working in solidarity—registering voters and writing postcards. Planning to join? Just send a quick RSVP to: vote@women4changeindiana.org
YA Book Club Meeting
In September we will be discussing
Your Lonely Night are Over
by Adam Sass
Our YA Book Club meets for a Book Club Discussion every other month, and on the off months, it's a Read & Chill—silent book club style.
This is a safe space, and everyone’s welcome (unless you're an a-hole). No need to make every meet-up—join us when it works for you!
The first 15 readers to make a request will get a free copy of the book, thanks to our generous sponsors. You can request we hold a copy by filling out this form.
Nutty for Novels Book Club Meeting - September
September Pick:
The Thirty Names of Night
by Zeyn Joukhadar
Nutty for Novels meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Canvas Creation Night
Join us for a fun night of canvas creation! You provide your inspiration and creativity! We'll provide the canvas and art supplies - which now include washable fingerpaint for smaller kiddos who might want to participate :)
Come alone or make it a night out with family or friends! Stay for the whole event, leave early, or join us a little late —it's flexible. Open to all ages!
We'd love to display your artwork in-store until the next art event - but, that's totally up to you and not a requirement.
Cost: $5 /person to cover canvas and supplies.
Let’s create some art together!!
Nutty for Novels Book Club Meeting - August
Nutty for Novels: Curious Squirrel Bookshop's Fiction Book Club
Meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
In August we will be discussing the No One Dies Yet by Kobby Ben Ben
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
YA Read & Chill
Need a chill spot to escape into your book? Pull up to our Read & Chill, a low-key hangout where you can silently vibe with your YA read. Whether you’re in our YA book club or just want to kick back with a good story, this is your space.
We’re switching it up each month between these chill reading sessions and our book club discussions, so you can pick what you’re feeling. Just bring your book, find a cozy spot, and get lost in the pages—no pressure, just pure reading vibes.
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Bookstore Romance Day
💖 Bookstore Romance Day at Curious Squirrel Bookshop
Date & Time: 8/17
All purchases come with a Hershey's Kiss.
Special Blind Date with a Book options.
Extra special Themed Grab Packs.
Cocktails & candlelight shopping from 5-7 pm.
Back to School Storytime and Crafting Fun!
Storytime: Enjoy a fun back-to-school tale or two that'll get you excited for the first day.
Crafting Time: Create your own custom backpack tag and/or bookmark to make your school supplies uniquely yours.
Perfect for kids and families, this event will make heading back to school a little more fun and a lot more special!
Book Club: Nutty for Novels
Nutty for Novels: Curious Squirrel Bookshop's Fiction Book Club
Meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
In July we will be discussing the An Unkindness of Ghosts by River Solomn
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Young Adult Book Club
Ruthless Readers: Curious Squirrel Bookshop's Young Adult Book Club
Meets bi-monthly to discuss a range of titles chosen by the group .
In July we will be discussing the All My Rage by Sabaa Tahir
First 15 readers to sign up for our YA book club can pick up a copy of the book at for FREE, thanks to the generosity of our donors Requests can be made by visiting the link in bio.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
Paws to Read
Live reading sessions with Paws & Think dogs.
Do you like dogs? Would you like to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? You may register for a 10-15 minute session of reading, and reluctant readers are most welcome to sign up.
Craft Night w/ MADVoters & Planned Parenthood
MADVoters of Indiana and Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates East will be hosting a Craft Night here at the Squirrel. Drinks, snacks, and button and bracelet making supplies will be provided.
Canvas Creation Night
Join us for a fun night of canvas creation! You provide your inspiration and creativity! We'll provide the canvas and art supplies - which now include washable fingerpaint for smaller kiddos who might want to participate :)
Come alone or make it a night out with family or friends! Stay for the whole event, leave early, or join us a little late —it's flexible. Open to all ages!
We'd love to display your artwork in-store until the next art event - but, that's totally up to you and not a requirement.
Cost: $5 /person to cover canvas and supplies.
Let’s create some art together!!
All Day Pride Party
Celebrate Pride with Us
🌈 Join us for an all-day Pride Party on June 29th! 🎉 Details coming soon. Let's celebrate love, diversity, and fun together! 💖
Create-A-Canvas Night
Join us for a fun night of canvas creation! We'll provide the canvas and art supplies. You provide your inspiration and creativity!
Open to all ages! Come alone or make it a night out with family or friends! Stay for the whole event, leave early, or join us a little late —it's flexible.
We'd love to display your art work in-store until the next art event - or feel free to take it home that night!
Cost: $5 /person to cover canvas and supplies.
Let’s create some art together!!
Book Club: Nutty for Novels
Nutty for Novels: Curious Squirrel Bookshop's Fiction Book Club
Meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
In June we will be discussing the "Yellowface" by R.F. Kuang.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Paws to Read
Live reading sessions with Paws & Think dogs.
Do you like dogs? Would you like to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? You may register for a 10-15 minute session of reading, and reluctant readers are most welcome to sign up.
Click here to sign you kiddo up!
Memories on Main
Join us on Main Street on Saturday, June 22, for a day of fundraising to support the Alzheimer's Association. Local businesses will donate a portion of sales, hold raffles, and offer specials, with 100% of funds raised going directly to the cause. Support our local businesses and help make a difference for Hoosier families living with Alzheimer's.
You can support Memories on Main at the Curious Squirrel by:
Shopping from our Memories on Main display throughout June.
Purchasing a raffle ticket for a chance to win a $25 Curious Squirrel Gift Card.
Stopping by on June 22 at 11:00 am for a special Memories on Main Storytime & Activity.
To learn more about the event, see which other businesses are participating, and get more information on the Alzheimer's Association, visit memoriesonmain.org.
Juneteenth Celebration
Join us for a Juneteenth Celebration on June 19th from 5-7 PM! Enjoy delicious food, engaging Storytime sessions, fun activities, inspiring speakers, and more. Stay tuned for more details to come! Celebrate freedom and heritage with us at this meaningful event. All are welcome!
Royal Readathon
Join us on Saturday, May 25th, for a Royal Read-a-Thon at the Curious Squirrel Bookshop! From 11 am to 1 pm, our Royal Readers will be continuously reading stories aloud for two straight hours. Feel free to drop by anytime during this period to enjoy story time, hear diverse voices, and learn about the important causes our readers are passionate about.
Meet Your Readers:
Miss Crossroads of America USA
After battling chronic kidney disease and having two kidney transplants, Joy Araujo became an advocate for kidney disease awareness and hopes to inspire others to thrive despite illness. As a royal reader, her goal is to encourage young readers to accept those with physical differences and to continue fighting through physical health challenges that they may face.
Miss Hamilton County USA
Halle is passionate about educating others about ways to be more eco conscious and sustainable in their daily lives. As a Royal reader, she hopes to inspire all readers to do their part in keeping our earth clean. It’s something we can all come together and do.
Miss Heart of Indiana
Jullianna is an Argentine-American passionate about spreading a message of confidence and self-love. She loves to read and can often be found with a book! Jullianna wants to spread the message that everyone’s unique personalities make the world a better place!
Miss Carmel Indiana Teen USA
Jetta Hayes will be competing for the title of Miss Indiana Teen USA on June 8th. At 16 years old and a sophomore at Westfield High School, Jetta is passionate about her platform, Jet-Esteem. Through Jet-Esteem, she aims to empower girls by boosting their self-esteem and confidence. She helps them identify their "beams"—an activity, place, or person that brings out the best in them and allows them to shine.
Paws to Read
Live reading sessions with Paws & Think dogs.
Do you like dogs? Would you like to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? You may register for a 10-15 minute session of reading, and reluctant readers are most welcome to sign up.
Create-A-Canvas Night
Join us for a fun night of canvas creation! We'll provide the canvas and art supplies. You provide your inspiration and creativity!
Open to all ages! Come alone or make it a night out with family or friends! Stay for the whole event, leave early, or join us a little late —it's flexible.
We'd love to display your art work in-store until the next art event - or feel free to take it home that night!
Cost: $5 /person to cover canvas and supplies.
Let’s create some art together!!
Paws to Read
Live reading sessions with Paws & Think dogs.
Do you like dogs? Would you like to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? You may register for a 10-15 minute session of reading, and reluctant readers are most welcome to sign up.
Independent Bookstore Day
Save the date for Independent Bookstore Day, where we'll keep the excitement going with events, special guests, games, prizes, storytimes, raffles, and an epic afterparty to celebrate our one year on the brick street. 🎈 Stay tuned for more info - you won't want to miss it!
Mr. Daniel Sings
Mr. Daniel’s goal is to provide rich experiences of joy, musical expression, creativity, gratitude, and learning that fully engage the minds, bodies, and hearts of young children and the people who love them.
He has been playing music for preschool-age kids since 2010. When he moved back to Indianapolis in late 2013 he began a wide range of public and private performances, classes, and jam-session sing-a-longs!
In 2020 Mr. Daniel started making video content for very young children. His goal is to create innovative, thoughtful, and helpful screen-time content that parents and caregivers can feel great about.
Whether on screen or in person, Mr. Daniel shares his love of music with children using singing, dancing, games, movements, and instruments. He plays traditional children's classics as well as popular music while exposing little ones to concepts like beat, rhythm, pitch, melody, and tempo. Mr. Daniel helps children explore their feelings, nature, numbers, friendship, humor, and all the other good stuff little ones should learn. And all while rocking out to some catchy tunes!
Author Taylor J. Bridgeforth Meet & Greet
Come out and meet the author of Better Luck Next Time, a fresh new contemporary romance.
Taylor J. Bridgeforth multitasks as an author, reader, podcast host, and group fitness instructor. Outside of those immediate interests, she likes to sing karaoke, play Mario Kart, travel, nap and eat. Taylor lives in Indianapolis, IN with her family. Better Luck Next Time is her first novel.
https://taylorjbridgeforth.com/
Mr. Daniel Sings
Mr. Daniel’s goal is to provide rich experiences of joy, musical expression, creativity, gratitude, and learning that fully engage the minds, bodies, and hearts of young children and the people who love them.
He has been playing music for preschool-age kids since 2010. When he moved back to Indianapolis in late 2013 he began a wide range of public and private performances, classes, and jam-session sing-a-longs!
In 2020 Mr. Daniel started making video content for very young children. His goal is to create innovative, thoughtful, and helpful screen-time content that parents and caregivers can feel great about.
Whether on screen or in person, Mr. Daniel shares his love of music with children using singing, dancing, games, movements, and instruments. He plays traditional children's classics as well as popular music while exposing little ones to concepts like beat, rhythm, pitch, melody, and tempo. Mr. Daniel helps children explore their feelings, nature, numbers, friendship, humor, and all the other good stuff little ones should learn. And all while rocking out to some catchy tunes!