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02/01/2025 - Story Time & Book Signing - The Story of Samson: True Tale of a Hot Tub Loving Bear with Leanne Howard

02/01/2025 - Story Time & Book Signing - The Story of Samson: True Tale of a Hot Tub Loving Bear with Leanne Howard

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Join us for a special storytime event featuring local Monrovia illustrator Leanne Howard, the talented artist behind The Story of Samson: True Tale of a Hot Tub Loving Bear. This charming picture book is based on the true story of Samson, the beloved Monrovia bear with a penchant for hot tubs!

Stick around after the storytime to get your copy signed! ORDER THE BOOK by January 15, at 6:00pm to secure a copy by the event! Limited copies will likely be available in store at the event; we highly recommend ordering online ahead of time to ensure you get a copy.

When: Saturday, February 1, at 10:00 - 11:00am

Where: Black Cat Fables (415 S. Myrtle Avenue, Suite B, Monrovia, CA 91016)

About Illustrator Leanne Howard: Leanne Howard is a local Monrovia treasure, known best for co-founding Monrovia-based toy and pet product company Screaming Pickles. Founded by Monrovia natives and sisters Marlene and Leanne, with over 25 years of experience in toy design and product development, Screaming Pickles brings a playful and abstract touch to their line of toys, pet products, and customized soft goods. Their custom pet toys are handmade, right here in Monrovia. Screaming Pickles is all about celebrating creativity through unique, whimsical designs that add a splash of joy to everyday life.

About the Book The Story of Samson: True Story of a Hot Tub Loving BearThe true story of a wild black bear who was video taped lounging in a family's hot tub in Southern California. After becoming seriously ill from feasting on garbage can leftovers, then captured by Fish & Game, Samson was soon saved by a caring community who couldn't stand to see the old bear put to sleep. Bright, colorful illustrations bring this tale to life as the the young reader is introduced to to the bigger picture of wildlife habitat and conservation. Of course, Samson's happy ending demonstrates the simple truth that love can truly move mountains.

RSVP ahead of time to let us know how many folks to expect!

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