Join Kinfolx for Storyland: Family Story Hour on Thursday, June 19th.
This free, interactive storytime is specially designed for children ages 4–8, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun.
Come early to grab a hot chocolate before you dive into some engaging stories celebrating Black joy, creativity, community, history, and excellence. Stories will start 10:00 AM. Expect lively read-alouds, art activities, and a space for young readers and their families to connect and explore the joy of storytelling.
Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025
Time: Story hour starts at 10:00 AM
Location: 1951 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA 94612
This event is free and open to all! RSVP now to save your spot!
Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/storyland-a-juneteenth-family-story-hour-at-kinfolx-tickets-1383254173469
Featured Readers:
Rob Liu-Trujillo was born and raised in Oakland. He is an author and illustrator whose storytelling and vibrant visual art reflect his cultural heritage and dedication to social justice. Rob’s work explores themes of identity, history, family, mixed heritage, literacy, and agency, and his most recent books are “Fresh Juice/ Jugo Fresco” which he wrote and illustrated, “Art of Rob” a 130 page book of sketches, drawings, etc, and “We Are Yoga/ Somos Yoga” written by Jill Guerra and illustrated by me.
Indya McGuffin (she/her) is dedicated to helping people better understand themselves and others using design and storytelling. With a career spanning children’s book design, d.school lecturer, studio ownership, and design operations at Netflix, she has long championed creative expression for community. Inspired by her passion for storytelling and her aspiration to become a children’s book author, Indya partnered with Bean Tupou (they/them) to launch Storyland—a space where young readers can see themselves in stories and find their own voices.
Featured Collaborators:
Marcus Books was founded in 1960 and is the nation’s oldest Black-owned independent bookstore. A beloved cultural institution in Oakland, Marcus Books has long served as a hub for Black literature, learning, and liberation. From children’s picture books to critical texts on Black history, resistance, and imagination, the store celebrates and uplifts the richness of the African diaspora. We’re honored to partner with Marcus Books and have them vend at Storyland: Family Story Hour at Kinfolx to help young readers connect with powerful narratives that reflect who they are and who they can become.
Featured Host:
Kinfolx is located in the heart of downtown Oakland. It is so more than a coffee shop, it’s a vibrant gathering space rooted in community, culture, and connection. Founded with the vision of creating a safe and joyful environment for BIPOC and queer folks, Kinfolx has become a local beacon for creativity, conversation, and collective care. We’re thrilled to host Storyland in this beloved space where stories, families, and futures can flourish together.
Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the activity organizer or venue as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.
