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GUESS AGAIN: Charlie Donlea in conversation with Joshua Moehling

Rhode Center for the Arts 514 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, United States

Psychological thriller readers, this one is for you! Blue House Books is hosting Charlie Donlea in Kenosha for the launch of his newest novel, "Guess Again"! Charlie will be at the Rhode Center for the Arts on Tuesday, July 29th to talk about his latest thriller, which is perfect for fans of Riley Sager, Anna...

$35 – $40

We Found Waldo Celebration Party!

Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United States

Join us for an end-of-event celebration for all those who participated in finding our favorite red and white striped sleuth in Kenosha! If you collected at least 20 stamps, you will be entered into a drawing to win prizes, including Waldo books and merch, books from Blue House Books, and other items and gift certificates...

Free

Meet & Greet with Audrey Wilson

Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United States

"A chilling and unsettling story that will stay with you long after you finish." - Jessica Huntley, author of "Don't Tell a Soul" “So devilishly creepy it will make your skin crawl.” - Avanti Centrae, #1 International bestselling thriller author “This book is unsettling, cult-like and had me glued to the pages. I could not...

Meet & Greet with Julia Byrd

Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United States

Join Julia Byrd at Blue House Books on Saturday, August 9th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the release of her first contemporary romance, "Caviar Marriage", a marriage-of-convenience romcom largely based in Racine! Julia will be chatting with excited readers and signing books, so stop by anytime during the event to meet this Chicago...

Free

Princess Tea Party

Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United States

Join us on Sunday, August 10th at 4:30 p.m. for a princess tea party and story time! Princess Amanda will be reading "Do Princesses Really Kiss Frogs?" for kids aged 3- 7. Encourage your littles to dress up as their favorite Princess or Prince and enjoy some tea and treats! Tickets are $5 for anyone...

$5

Meet & Greet with Caroline Woods

Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United States

Join Midwestern author Caroline Woods at Blue House Books on Saturday, August 16th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the paperback release of "The Mesmerist", a 2024 NPR Book of the Year! Caroline will be chatting with readers and signing books! Stop in anytime during the event to meet this fantastic Midwestern author and...

Free

Stuffie Sleepover at Blue House Books!

Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United States

What happens in a bookstore after the doors have closed and the customers have left for the night? Kiddos, your favorite stuffed friend will find out when you bring them to Blue House Books for a special after-hours adventure! Join us on Saturday, August 16th at 4:30 p.m. for a pajama party story time and...

$5

TIGER TUFFY AND THE AWESOME BIRTHDAY BIKE: Story time with Rachel Adler

Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United States

Join us on Sunday, August 24th at 2:30 p.m. for story time with cartoonist and children's author Rachel Adler! Rachel will be reading from their new picture book "Tiger Tuffy and the Awesome Birthday Bike" and leading a fun activity for the kids! This event is best for kids aged 2 to 7. This event...

registration required

Blind Date with a Book!

Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United States

Stop in from August 25th to August 31st and take your chance on a mystery date! Books are wrapped so you can't see what they are, and you're provided only a vague description to make your decision. You never know, you may just end up with your new favorite book! We also have our Blind...