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OUR PARENTS MADE US DO THIS BOOK CLUB: DETECTIVE BEANS ADVENTURES IN CAT TOWN
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July 7, 2026 at Books Inc. in Alameda, CA
Join us for Our Parents Made Us Do This Book Club with Violet and Friends.We will be discussing the book Detective Beans Adventures in Cat Town by Li Chen.For kids aged 10 and up. Please join us!The world's cutest cat detective is back on the case in this indie bestselling series. Li Chen's newest Detective Beans adventures are a must-read for anyone who loves mystery stories, cute animals, and hilarious original storytelling. Detective Beans is back on the case! In this series of mysteries and adventures, the world's cutest cat detective comes to the aid of her fellow villagers, searching for a cookie thief (with surprising results!), aiding a deceptive duck in the recovery of lost goods, and even doing his best to help a confused bear prove that the moon is made of cheese. In addition to these small capers, Adventures in Cat Town features behind-the-scenes footage of the crime-solving documentary directed by Beans best friend, Biscuits, as well as comics, stories, and even horoscopes illustrated by Beans himself. Called a "must-read" by School Library Journal and "absurdly funny and clever" by Kirkus, it's no mystery why this new series is such a hit!
Date:
July 7, 2026
Time:
12:00 AM
12:00 AM
Event website: https://www.booksinc.com/pages/events
Event type:
Community
Books Inc. in Alameda sits on the main Park Street stretch, mixed in with restaurants, bars, and small shops, so it is easy to pair an event with food or a drink nearby. Inside, it feels like a straightforward neighborhood bookstore: bright lighting, tall shelves, and clear sections for fiction, non-fiction, and kids’ books. There is usually background music at a low volume and enough space to browse without feeling cramped. more...
