April 25 is Independent Bookstore Day, but the region’s locally owned bookstores are celebrating throughout the month with the Central California Bookstore Crawl.
Seven independent bookstores have come together with a fun way for eager readers to discover what the valley has to offer.
The crawl was organized by Lauren Dutch, owner of Story Books and Toys in Oakdale. She opened her shop a year ago and has felt the support of the community and other booksellers…