Kids Storytime with author Richard Michelson for Fanny’s Big Idea
When:
Sunday, Nov 30, 2025 11:00a -
12:30p
Sunday, Nov 30, 2025 11:00a -
12:30p
Where:
The COOP
1400 Massachusetts Ave (3rd floor)
Cambridge, MA 02138
Admission:
FREE
Hosted by:
Categories:
Kid Friendly, Seasonal
Event website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kids-storytime-with-author-richard-michelson-for-fannys-big-idea-tickets-1970496767877?aff=oddtdtcreator
Come enjoy storytime with Richard Michelson and his new book Fanny’s Big Idea: How Jewish Book Week Was Born
Join us for storytime with kids author Richard Michelson for Fanny’s Big Idea: How Jewish Book Week Was Born. This is the prefect way to spend the morning with your 6-9 year old! This beautifully illustrated picture book introduces children to the influential Bostonian librarian and immigrant, Fanny Goldstein, who originated Jewish Book Week.
This book celebrates the 100th anniversary of Jewish Book Week.
About Richard Michelson
RICHARD MICHELSON’s books have been named among the Ten Best of the Year by The New York Times, Publishers Weekly, and The New Yorker. He has received a National Jewish Book Award (and twice been a finalist), two Sydney Taylor Gold Medals (and two silver) from the Association of Jewish Libraries, three Junior Library Guild Gold Medals, a National Parenting Publication Gold Medal, and an International Reading Association Teacher’s Choice Award.
About the COOP
Founded in 1882 by students, the COOP was established as a resource for Harvard and grew to support MIT and the greater Cambridge community. Today, we continue this tradition while being a hub for discovery and connection. We invite you to be part of our history and our future.
Please note:
- This event is ideal for children age 6-9 years old
- This event is free and open to the public, but RSVP is required.
- By RSVPing, you agree to receive timely updates on COOP events and special offers.
- Books by Richard Michelson are available for purchase and signing at the COOP
- This event may have an event photographer taking photos for marketing purposes. If you do not want your photo taken, please let a COOP staff member know when you arrive at the event.
- Location details: This event is located on the 3rd floor of The COOP at 1400 Mass Ave. in Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA.
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