Cobble Hill
Free
Books Are Magic
A popular Cobble Hill indie bookshop with a large, bright children's area full of picture books and early readers. It hosts regular author events, including many aimed at young readers and families.
Fort Greene
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About Greenlight Bookstore
A neighborhood independent bookstore with a well-stocked kids' section where families browse picture books and chapter books together. The store runs children's events and story times under its Kids at Greenlight program.
- Dedicated kids' book section
- Kids at Greenlight events
- Address
- 686 Fulton Street, 11217
- Phone
- (718) 246-0200
- Website
- greenlightbookstore.com
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Weekly schedule
| Monday | 10 AM – 10 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM – 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM – 10 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM – 10 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM – 10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM – 10 PM |
Open daily 10am–10pm; check events calendar for story times
Cost
Free to browse; kids' events usually free
Plan a visit
Open daily. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Questions parents ask about Greenlight Bookstore
What ages is Greenlight Bookstore best for?
Ages 0–12.
How much does Greenlight Bookstore cost?
Free to browse; kids' events usually free
What are the hours for Greenlight Bookstore?
Sunday: 10 AM–10 PM · Monday: 10 AM–10 PM · Tuesday: 10 AM–10 PM · Wednesday: 10 AM–10 PM · Thursday: 10 AM–10 PM · Friday: 10 AM–10 PM · Saturday: 10 AM–10 PM. Open daily 10am–10pm; check events calendar for story times
Where is Greenlight Bookstore?
686 Fulton Street, 11217, in Fort Greene, Brooklyn.
Is Greenlight Bookstore indoors?
Yes. Greenlight Bookstore is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
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