The Best Author Readings and Open Mics in NYC

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Saturday Nov. 15, 2025

Noon – 1 pm

Saturday Storytime: Meet Taylor Hill, Author of A Kids Books About Pets & Love

Ages: 5 – 12
Books & Readings
Free

McNally Jackson Books SeaportDowntown Manhattan

Sunday Nov. 16

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10 am – 6 pm

New York Jewish Book Festival

Ages: 9 and up
Books & Readings
Community

Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the HolocaustBattery Park City

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