# Event Details - **Event Name**: A Morning with Ben Okon - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for a frightfully fun morning with local Birmingham author Ben Okon!About this EventKick off your Halloween festivities with a morning storytime and book signing! Local author Ben Okon will share his newest book, Monsters Love Brownies, and some delicious treats!Event Information:Admission to Ben's read-aloud storytime is free!Ben's books will be available on-site for purchase, as well as online as ticket add-onsCertain you want to add this delectable tale to your collection? Grab a "Storytime + Book" ticket to secure your family's copy upon entry! This ticket includes event entry, storytime, and a copy of Monsters Love Brownies that Ben is happy to sign at the end of the event.Come in your best costumes, and enjoy this sweet-tooth-satisfying storytime! 🍫 https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0803e300-b428-11f1-acb2-b7b6568f5104-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg For fans of Dragons Love Tacos comes this yummy tale about monstrous misadventures, the second book in the Mythical Feasts series.I bet you thought cookies were a monster’s favorite treat,because some hungry monsters munch their cookies on the street.But did you know that monsters love brownies? And why wouldn’t they? They’re dark, fudgy, and oh so gooey! They’re the perfect sneaky treat to eat while they play their favorite game, hide-and-seek. Everyone knows that monsters love to hide under beds and in closets, but don’t be afraid. Monsters are just as sweet as the chocolatey brownies stuck between their teeth.Spooky rhymes and gut busting humor show kids that they have nothing to fear. Written by the hilarious Ben Okon, kids are sure to sink their teeth into this second book of the Mythical Feasts series.“A toothsome tale of sweet excess, with an underlying message to step out of one’s comfort zone.” – Kirkus Reviews https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/08137360-b428-11f1-acb2-b7b6568f5104-rimg-w691-h740-dc485878-gmir.jpg Ben Okon is an award-winning author dedicated to "cross-generational magic"--stories that give children and their grown-ups something to learn, love, or laugh about together. Beyond the page, he is an established business leader who has worked with organizations and nonprofits of all sizes. When he's not working on books or business, you can find him causing mayhem with his wife and two boys around Homewood and Birmingham, especially at the local libraries and pools. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/vestavia-hills/a-morning-with-ben-okon/100002000630534785 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, literary-art, Kids - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 17.83, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Vestavia Hills - **state**: AL - **country**: United States - **location**: Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest - **lat**: 33.4311789 - **long**: -86.7876801 - **full address**: Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest, 1221 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: A Morning with Ben Okon - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/9606337b93fed39026ff147e6765c4cdffcd19389ce5529c6023779fb35f391b-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1789821972 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is A Morning with Ben Okon being held? - **A:** A Morning with Ben Okon takes place on Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest, 1221 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing A Morning with Ben Okon? - **A:** A Morning with Ben Okon is organized by Books-A-Million. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Books-A-Million's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Books-A-Million a rating of 4.67/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Books-A-Million has 128+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Books-A-Million has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** A Morning with Ben Okon is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Vestavia Hills, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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