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06/02/2026
Just kick it.
📍See you in Germantown
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05/29/2026
We will never get over the joy of seeing our people happy! Day in and day out community continues to show up and make our day brighter. 🌞
Whether you’re visiting our store for the first time or the twentieth, we thank you for the continued support.
05/28/2026
In just FIVE days!
Chris Smalls has created international headlines with his activism and continued fight against power and oppression. Now hear his story live as we celebrate the release of his book “When The Revolution Comes”.
6/2 | 7:30PM | LINK IN BIO
Chris will be joined in conversation with the amazing Gabe Bryant. You don’t want to miss this event!
05/21/2026
We have a veeeeery small number of signed copies of ‘s highly anticipated new release SCORE available online and in store! Claim them quickly! 🤗💛✨
05/19/2026
Happy Birthday, Malcolm and Happy Pub Day, !!!
Get into this gooorgeous centennial edition of the classic Autobiography of Malcolm X and Dr. Shabazz’s, Malcolm in the Desert, a nuanced view of her father’s spiritual evolution.
Both books are available in store now!
05/13/2026
You know we love when folks come to Germantown for a visit! 😊
Professor and writer, Jasmine E. Johnson came through to sign copies of her new book “Rhythm Nation: West African Dance and the Politics of Diaspora”.
We’ve only got a few copies left so come through and get one!
05/12/2026
We love an in-store book signing! ✍🏾
Pastor Touré Roberts recently came by to sign copies of his new book, “Knowing” and take some pics 📸
You never know who’s coming to Germantown
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05/10/2026
These folks brought so much light and energy the other day. There’s nothing like being in a place where you can meet people that will brighten your day. ☀️❤️
COOL PEOPLE. Dope Books. Great Coffee.
05/09/2026
The brilliant came by the store this week to sign copies of her new book, “A Terrible Strength”.
We still have copies available and some absolutely beautiful bookmarks to go along with them. Make sure you run and get one while supplies last!
05/05/2026
TOMORROW | 7:30 | MOTHER BETHEL AME
Tiffany D. Cross will be in conversation with our very own Marc Lamont Hill to celebrate the release of her book, “Love, Me.”
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This book is a love letter to Black women and this event is about care and community.
Tiffany will also be signing books after the discussion. Don’t miss out!
05/01/2026
THIS WEDNESDAY!
The wonderful will be in Philly to celebrate the release of her book, “Love, Me”. She will be in conversation with our very own
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Q&A and book signing will follow the discussion.
See you then!
05/01/2026
JUNE 2ND | 7:30PM | GREENE STREET
Chris Smalls, the co-founder and former president of the Amazon Labor Union, made national headlines when he took on one of the biggest companies in the world to fight for his fellow laborers and now he tells his story with his debut book.
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Joining Chris will be organizer and activist, Gabe Bryant for an amazing discussion about perseverance, courage and why it’s so important that we continue to fight for labor rights.
Q&A to follow the discussion.
All copies of When The Revolution Comes, will be signed.
04/30/2026
This past weekend Operations Manager, Van Brooks, sat down with and cast members of ‘s world premiere production of ‘s Wilderness Generations to talk about the Black literary tradition.
“Over one summer weekend in the Tidewater South, four cousins gather at their grandmother’s home—a place steeped in family lore and unspoken truths. As laughter gives way to old wounds and long-buried secrets, what begins as a celebration becomes a reckoning.
Through razor-sharp dialogue, Ijames explores the cycles of silence and survival that define a generation raised in the shadows of trauma—and the strength it takes to imagine something different. With echoes of Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun and Anton Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard, Wilderness Generation is a deeply resonant, Black Southern family drama brimming with humor, heartbreak, and healing.”
Wilderness Generation closes this Sunday and you do noooot want to miss it before it closes.
04/29/2026
We’re so excited to host these amazing women in May!
5/6 - Tiffany D. Cross @ Mother Bethel
5/20 - Alex Elle @ PAFA
5/23 - Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz @ AAMP
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Can’t wait to see you there!
04/29/2026
Earlier this month, we had the pleasure of hosting educator and author of “Black History is for Everyone”,
Author talks are good for the soul.
04/26/2026
It’s so affirming when the community loves you back.❤️
Thankful for everyone that showed up yesterday for Independent Bookstore Day!
Which book are you most excited to read??📚
04/23/2026
Independent Bookstore Day is Saturday!!!
If you love books, this day is for YOU! ❤️📚
📚 Buy 1 Book, get the 2nd 30% off
🔴 Red Dot Sale $9.99 for select books!
😊Giveaways and more!
📍See you in Germantown!
04/22/2026
5/23 | 6PM | AAMP
Join the African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) and Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books for another powerful evening of conversation, reflection, and community as part of our “Our Stories” book club series.
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We welcome Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz, daughter of Malcolm X and a NAACP Image Award-winning author, in conversation with acclaimed scholar and cultural critic Marc Lamont Hill. Together, they will explore Dr. Shabazz’s newest work, “Malcolm in the Desert: Wisdom from the Spiritual Transformation of Malcolm X”.
A special book signing to follow the conversation.
You don’t want to miss this amazing event.
04/20/2026
SAVE 20% ON ALL HOODIES & CREWS!!!
In-Store & Online!
Trying to clear some shelves before we move. Don’t wait!
04/20/2026
Last week we had the absolute pleasure of hosting in conversation for their book Nasty Work: Resist Systems, Explore Desire, and Liberate Yourself.
Y’all are going to want to get into this book, we promise!! Ericka is a breath of fresh air and their book paints a complex picture that works to humanize and contextualize black, q***r, disabled, non-binary desire, pain, extraction, beauty, & joy while also demonstrating a politic where nothing and no one is above reproach.
Nasty Work is available for purchase in store now.
04/17/2026
What’s better than Friday?
A Friday at Uncle Bobbie’s with your girls 😊
philly
04/16/2026
Almost HALF the tickets are already gone for this one!
5/20 | 7:30PM | PAFA
We are so excited to welcome, Alex Elle BACK to Philly for the release of her newest book, “The Company We Keep”.
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Alex will be in conversation with attorneys, creator and activist, Tashira Halyard with a Q&A to follow.
Our last event sold out and this one will to. Don’t wait!
04/12/2026
Check out what we got going on this month!
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04/07/2026
We KNOW where you need to be on April 28th!
Join us as we welcome bestselling author, entrepreneur and co-pastor of The Potter’s House of Dallas, Touré Roberts to celebrate the release of his latest book, Knowing: The Journey to Certainty in an Uncertain World.
This is your chance to meet Touré and get your book signed!
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Each ticket comes with a copy of Knowing.
📍See you in Germantown!
03/27/2026
Fall fits in March?? ✅
We really do have some beautiful people that come through our doors 😊
Address
5445 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19144
To reach your destination on Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia, you have a couple of options for transportation:
**Public Transport:**
1. **Subway:** Take the Broad Street Line to the City Hall station. Transfer to the Market-Frankford Line and head towards 69th Street. Get off at the 69th Street station and transfer to the 65 bus heading towards Germantown. Disembark at your stop on Germantown Avenue.
2. **Bus:** You can also take the Route 23 or Route 26 bus directly to Germantown Avenue. Check local schedules for specific stops and times.
**Driving/Parking:**
1. If you're driving, take I-76 East and exit onto Roosevelt Boulevard (US-1 N). Follow signs for Germantown Avenue.
2. There is street parking available along Germantown Avenue, but be mindful of any parking restrictions or meters.
3. Alternatively, look for nearby parking lots or garages if street parking is full.
Make sure to check traffic conditions before you leave!
Opening Hours
| Monday |
7am - 1pm |
| Tuesday |
7am - 7pm |
| Wednesday |
7am - 7pm |
| Thursday |
7am - 7pm |
| Friday |
7am - 7pm |
| Saturday |
8am - 7pm |
| Sunday |
8am - 7pm |
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Uncle Bobbie's Coffee & Books is a vibrant neighborhood café and bookstore that beautifully blends the love of literature with a warm, inviting atmosphere. As an independent and black-owned establishment, it stands as a testament to community investment and cultural pride since its inception in 2017.
Stepping into Uncle Bobbie's feels like coming home. The space is adorned with thoughtful touches that celebrate Black culture, from iconic magazines to powerful imagery of civil rights leaders. It’s a place where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the rich history found in every book on the shelves.
This café is not just about coffee; it's about fostering connections and encouraging lifelong learning. Inspired by the legacy of Uncle Bobbie, who valued knowledge and dialogue, patrons are invited to engage in meaningful conversations while enjoying their favorite reads or simply soaking in the ambiance.
Uncle Bobbie's Coffee & Books is more than just a café—it's a hub for cool people, dope books, and great coffee. Whether you're looking for your next literary adventure or simply want to enjoy a cozy spot to relax, this welcoming space promises an experience that resonates deeply with all who enter. Welcome home!