Events at Yu & Me Books

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Please fill out this intake form - we will not accept event requests from in-store visitors or phone calls. We would love at least a 3 months in advance! If we think your event is a good fit for our store, we will respond directly. If you have not heard from us within a month, we unfortunately are unable to host your event. Please be patient with us - we are a small but mighty team!

A serene illustration of a woman meditating with eyes closed and hands raised appears above the event details for Guided Soul Frequency Meditation by Yu & Me Books, happening on August 17th from 7:30–9 PM at 44 Mulberry St. Listed benefits include easing anxiety and enhancing grounding energy through soul alignment and vibrational healing. Guests are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats for added comfort during the session.

August 17, 2026 AT 7:30PM ET

Guided Soul Frequency Meditatation

Through guidance, this meditation brings forth healing energies and frequencies of each one's particular soul tunes in order to bring upon a state of transformation. Singing tunes of vibrational healing while drumming to a unified beat, bringing each into a transcended state of the heart. Be in the presence of community as you come into knowing of self on a much deeper soul level.

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Event poster for Book Talk | Nice Places by Vincent Chu, hosted at Yu & Me Books—with headshots of authors Vincent Chu and Ed Lin, the NICE PLACES book cover, event date (August 20, 7–8PM ET), and location (Yu & Me Books, 44 Mulberry). RSVP details are included at the bottom along with instructions for pre-purchasing a signed copy.

August 20, 2026 at 7:00PM ET

Book Talk | Nice Places by Vincent Chu

Philosophical, tender, and hilariously observed, Nice Places subverts the “go find yourself” travel story, unpacking our shared desire for meaning, connection, and a true place in the world.

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August 21, 2026 at 8:00PM

August No/Pen Mic

Join us for No/pen Mic, hosted by Ed Lin. Sign-ups start from 7:30 PM. Five-minute time slots. All performers welcome!

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Event poster for the Intuitive Line Drawing & Memory Mixtape Workshop, presented by Yu & Me Books. Features black and blue artwork with cassette tapes and mini CD covers. Includes event details: line drawing workshop at Yu & Me Books on August 24, 7:30–9 PM. Tickets $40.

August 24, 2026 at 7:30PM ET

Intuitive Drawing Cover & Memory Mixtape Workshop

Have you ever wanted to draw out your memories and make mini CD covers out of it? SAME! Plus, you can tap these mini cd's with your phone and pull up a playlist that you make.

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Event poster for Book Talk | Eating the Whole Fish by Zoe Lee and Annie Chen (BEAM Studio), hosted at Yu & Me Books on August 27, 6-7PM ET. Features images of the authors and the book cover, which explores the art of whole fish cooking and delves into themes of sustainable seafood.

August 27, 2026 at 6:00PM ET

Book Talk | Eating the Whole Fish by BEAM Studio

From BEAM Studio, in collaboration with nonprofit Eating with the Ecosystem, EATING THE WHOLE FISH is a 200-page exploration of sustainable seafood systems through recipes, interviews, photography, essays, and cultural stories.

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Join the Art Analysis Writing Workshop Aug '26, hosted by Yu & Me Books’ Lucy Yu and Brittany Pham, on August 31 from 7:30–9PM at 44 Mulberry Street in Brooklyn, New York. All levels are welcome to this engaging event—flyer features a hand holding a magnifying glass.

August 31 2026 at 7:30PM ET

Art Analysis Writing Workshop Aug '26

A workshop for all levels!
Join us for an Art Analysis Writing Workshop where we'll be analyzing short stories, poetry, and visual art. In this encouraging space, we are cultivating an inviting environment for you to hone in on your own unique voice.

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Book Launch | The Chinese Lady by Bo Wang at Yu & Me Books: Join a conversation between Bo Wang and Alice Evelyn Yang, featuring headshots of both authors and the cover of The Chinese Lady—a historical novel inspired by Afong Moy. Event date: Tuesday, September 8, 6-7PM ET at Yu & Me Books (44 Mulberry). RSVP at yuandmebooks.com for a chance to win a signed copy.

September 8, 2026 at 6:00PM

Book Launch | The Chinese Lady by Bo Wang

Bo Wang’s gorgeous and immersive debut historical novel immortalizes the life of the first Chinese woman to be brought to the United States in the 1800s.

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Flyer for the "Kintsugi Workshop with Yellow Chair Collective" featuring a close-up photo of hands mending pottery. Join us on September 12, 7–9 pm, at Yu & Me Books in New York. Tickets are $50. This creative arts therapy session invites participants to discover the art of repairing broken ceramics as a metaphor for personal healing. Includes event details and a sign-up link.

September 12, 2026 at 7:00PM ET

Kintsugi Workshop with Yellow Chair Collective

Join Yellow Chair Collective and Yu And Me Books for a Kintsugi workshop led by Licensed Creative Arts Therapist Suzanne Eng. Participants will use Kintsugi practices to repair a tea cup or rice bowl to take home, while engaging in guided self-reflection and group dialogue.

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Join us for the Book Launch | Bad Words by Ríoghnach Robinson, presented by Yu & Me Books! Celebrate Ríoghnach Robinson’s debut novel in conversation with Anna Maria Volkova on Tuesday, October 6 from 7–8PM ET at New Design High School. Discover the sparks of a literary feud and explore powerful themes of book redemption. RSVP at yuandmebooks.com. Event flyer features author and host photos along with the book cover.

October 6, 2026 at 7:00PM ET

Book Launch | Bad Words by Ríoghnach Robinson

A sharp and deeply felt debut about art, ambition, and the connections that both inspire and undo us.

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Join us for the Book Launch of The Girl Who Became King by Melissa King, hosted by Yu & Me Books! Celebrate acclaimed queer Chinese American chef Melissa King’s inspiring memoir with an evening featuring her photo, her book cover, and full event details: Tuesday, October 7th, 7–8 PM ET at New Design H.S. (350 Grand St.). RSVP at yuandmebooks.com. Don’t miss your opportunity to meet Melissa and pick up a signed copy of *The Girl Who Became King* !.

October 7, 2027 at 7:00PM ET

Book Launch | The Girl Who Became King by Melissa King

@ New Design HS, 350 Grand St. From award-winning chef, author, television personality, and activist Melissa King comes an intimate, captivating memoir about family, food, and finding her voice as a queer Chinese American chef.

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FUNDRAISER for New Life Community Development

An Evening with Min Jin Lee

Celebrating American Hagwon and raising funds for New Life Community Development. Taking place in Min Jin Lee's hometown, Elmhurts, Queens!

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