by Barnes & Noble
A large general bookstore with a dedicated children's book section where kids can browse picture books, early readers, and toys and games. The chain hosts periodic in-store kids' storytimes and author events that are free to attend.
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Free to browse; storytimes and most events free
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Ages 0–12.
Free to browse; storytimes and most events free
Check the store's events page for storytime dates
1550 3rd Avenue, 10128, in the Upper East Side, Manhattan.
Yes. Barnes & Noble Upper East Side is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
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