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Saturday Morning at the ‘Shop! Storytime | Wild Rumpus
February 22 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Wild Rumpus is thrilled to welcome Keenan Jones to a special story time, in celebration of his debut picture book, Saturday Morning at the ‘Shop! We’ve been anticipating this release, and are thrilled to be able to celebrate here in the bookstore!
ABOUT THE BOOK:
Spend Saturday morning at the barbershop in this upbeat picture book celebration of the spaces and places that bring communities together.
It’s Saturday morning. We hop in the car. Mom’s heading to work, and I’m geeked to go spend the day at the ’shop!
The barbershop is a sound booth, an art gallery, a playground, a classroom, and so much more. It’s a place for artistry and camaraderie and, most importantly, community. Come spend the day feeling all the style and wisdom and joy at the ’shop!
Spend Saturday morning at the barbershop in this upbeat picture book celebration of the spaces and places that bring communities together.
It’s Saturday morning. We hop in the car. Mom’s heading to work, and I’m geeked to go spend the day at the ’shop!
The barbershop is a sound booth, an art gallery, a playground, a classroom, and so much more. It’s a place for artistry and camaraderie and, most importantly, community. Come spend the day feeling all the style and wisdom and joy at the ’shop!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
KEENAN JONES, an author who resides in Plymouth, Minnesota, grew up in Gary, Indiana, and south suburban Chicago before calling the Twin Cities his home. A former college basketball player turned educator, Keenan now focuses on writing stories that celebrate Black culture and inspire young readers. His debut children’s book, Saturday Morning at the ‘Shop, illustrated by Ken Daley, highlights the barbershop’s role in Black community life and was released on January 7, 2025, by Beach Lane Books (Simon & Schuster).
KEENAN JONES, an author who resides in Plymouth, Minnesota, grew up in Gary, Indiana, and south suburban Chicago before calling the Twin Cities his home. A former college basketball player turned educator, Keenan now focuses on writing stories that celebrate Black culture and inspire young readers. His debut children’s book, Saturday Morning at the ‘Shop, illustrated by Ken Daley, highlights the barbershop’s role in Black community life and was released on January 7, 2025, by Beach Lane Books (Simon & Schuster).
TO ATTEND:
This event is free and open to the public. Seating will be available on a first-come first-served basis.
This event is free and open to the public. Seating will be available on a first-come first-served basis.
SIGNING GUIDELINES:
Following the event, Keenan will be available to sign copies of his books. If you are unable to attend but would still like a signed copy, you may order a copy from this page and we will ship after the event, or hold it behind the counter for local pickup. Please note in your order any personalization requests and we will do our best to accommodate. Orders must be placed by 5 p.m. on Friday, February 21st to guarantee signed copies.
Following the event, Keenan will be available to sign copies of his books. If you are unable to attend but would still like a signed copy, you may order a copy from this page and we will ship after the event, or hold it behind the counter for local pickup. Please note in your order any personalization requests and we will do our best to accommodate. Orders must be placed by 5 p.m. on Friday, February 21st to guarantee signed copies.
