Lightin' Up Downtown 11/29/24 - CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

Meet & Greet with Markelle Grabo

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

A faerie curse. A magical wood. A bear that has turned into a boy. And a young girl that must use memories from her childhood in order to save them all. In "Call Forth a Fox", debut author Markelle Garbo spins the classic "Snow White and Rose Red" fairytale into a new magical story, perfect...

Free

THE NIGHT TRAIN Release Party with Lorelei Savaryn

Kenosha Public Library Southwest 7979 38th ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

The past has come calling in the town of Hush, and for one girl, that means facing her ghosts. "The Night Train" by Lorelei Savaryn is perfect for fans of the satisfyingly scary Small Spaces quartet! Join us for "The Night Train" release party by Lorelei Savaryn, on August 20th at 7 p.m. at the...

Free

Used Book Exchange at Blue House Books

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

It's time for another Used Book Exchange! Bring some of your previously loved books to exchange for something new! Here's how it works: --There are two sessions starting at 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. --Tickets are $5, and you can use that $5 toward a purchase that night only. Purchase tickets here: https://blue-house-books.com/events/584220240828. --Bring used...

$5

Storytime with Peter Plew

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

The Unicorn Mouse wasn't like other mice. Stop by Blue House Books on August 31st to find out why! Local author Peter Plew will be here on Saturday, August 31st at 1 p.m. to share his new children's picture book, "The Unicorn Mouse"! Peter will have an activity planned for the children, and an exciting...

Free

Romance and Rosé: A Panel Discussion

Upper East 622 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, United States

The iconic duo Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone, along with fellow authors Kennedy Ryan and Adib Khorram will be in Kenosha on September 5th for a special event to discuss all things romance! This is a ticketed event, so be sure to read on for more details and grab your tickets: https://blue-house-books.com/events/627120240905. These four amazing...

$10

Margaret Peterson Haddix in Kenosha!

Kenosha Public Library Southwest 7979 38th ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

Margaret Peterson Haddix is coming to Kenosha! Join us on September 11th at Southwest Library, 7979 38th Ave, for a conversation with Margaret Peterson Haddix and Lorelei Savaryn to celebrate the release of Book 3 in the Trash & Treasure series, "The Stolen Key"! The event is free but registration is required, please RSVP for...

Free

BHB at the Spooky Market!

Kemper Center Inc. 6501 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, United States

Join us at the Port of Film Fear Festival for their annual Spooky Market on Saturday, September 14th between 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.! We will be selling our favorite horror novels, as well as other creepy goods and gifts. Christina Henry, author of "Horseman" and "The House that Horror Built" will be joining us...

Free

Madeline Martin in Kenosha!

Kenosha Public Library Simmons Library 711 59th Place, Kenosha, WI, United States

A mother and daughter struggle in wartime England, in this heartwarming tale about the power of books that bring them together, by the bestselling author of "The Last Bookstore in London". Join us on Saturday, September 14th at 1 p.m. at the Simmons Library (711 59th Place) for a presentation and book signing with the...

Free

BHB Anniversary

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

Blue House Books is turning 4! We're so excited to be sharing another milestone with our amazing customers, so we want to say THANK YOU by bringing you a day of deals, raffles, and fun! Here's everything happening on September 18th from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.: -- Josie of The Drawing Room and Rockit...

Free

Boozy Bookfair @ PUBLIC Craft Brewing Co.

Public Craft Brewing Co. 628 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, United States

It's time for another Boozy Bookfair! We're so excited to be bringing the Blue House Bookmobile to PUBLIC Craft Brewing Co. as part of Downtown Kenosha's Third Thursdays! Remember the elementary school bookfairs? It's like that, but at a bar! Live out your best childhood memories... but with adult money! We'll have fun nostalgic items...

Free

Meet Brenda Novak in Kenosha!

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

She left her hometown following a scandal—but family loyalty is dragging her back… Join us on Thursday, September 19th at 7 p.m. at the Blue House Books for a presentation and book signing with the author Brenda Novak as she celebrates the release of "The Banned Books Club"! To purchase tickets (book included) visit Brenda's...

$20

Meet & Greet with Hal Aetus

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

Looking for your next captivating fantasy book, full of shapeshifting people and personal struggles? Look no further than Hal Aetus books "The Adler Chronicles" and "The Sky Calls". Hal Aetus, the author of "The Adler Chronicles" and "The Sky Calls" will be at Blue House Books on Saturday, September 21! Stop into Blue House Books...

Free

Geo Rutherford in Kenosha!

Kenosha Public Library Southwest 7979 38th ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

TikTok and Instagram sensation Geo Rutherford is coming to Kenosha for the launch of Spooky Lakes, her debut middle grade book about the odd, bizarre, and downright creepy features of lakes throughout the world. Join Geo Rutherford at the Southwest Library (7979 38th Ave) on September 23rd to help us celebrate the release! Geo will...

Free

Browse & Sip: A Book & Wine Pairing – Friday

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

Join us for a Book & Wine Pairing to benefit Kenosha Literacy Council! Blue House Books owner Samantha Jacquest will be presenting a curated list of new and upcoming book releases, all paired with fantastic wines carefully chosen by the expert staff at The Buzz! You'll enjoy an evening of literature and fine wine, all...

$55

Browse & Sip: A Book & Wine Pairing – Saturday

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

Join us for a Book & Wine Pairing to benefit Kenosha Literacy Council! Blue House Books owner Samantha Jacquest will be presenting a curated list of new and upcoming book releases, all paired with fantastic wines carefully chosen by the expert staff at The Buzz! You'll enjoy an evening of literature and fine wine, all...

$55

2024 Southport Literary Fair

Kenosha Public Library Southwest 7979 38th ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

Welcome to the Second Southport Literary Fair, a celebration of literature for all ages and interests! In partnership with Kenosha Public Library and Studio Moonfall, we are planning a day of author discussions, live interviews, activities for all ages and food trucks at Southwest Library, 7979 38th Ave, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. SCHEDULE...

Free

Meet & Greet with Molly Harper

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

The PERFECT spooky romance, just in time for Halloween! Molly Harper, the author of "Big Witch Energy", will be at Blue House Books on Saturday, October 12! Stop in between 12-3 p.m. to chat with Molly Harper about her latest book, and grab a signed copy. ABOUT THE BOOK Caroline Wilton is dying to get...

Free

Jason Rekulak in Kenosha!

The Rowan 5721 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

Jason Rekulak, author of "Hidden Pictures", is back with another unbelievable mystery book, "The Last One at the Wedding"! Join Jason at The Rowan (5721 6th Ave) on Monday, October 14th at 7 p.m. to as part of his book tour for "The Last One at the Wedding"! Jason will be discussing his latest book...

$34

Meet & Greet with Peter O’Keefe

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

In "Counted with the Dead", author Peter O'Keefe writes about a Detroit hitman, Jack, who has grown disgusted with his job and wants to turn his life around. Will Jack be able to make the switch to average citizen? Grab a copy and find out! Peter will be at Blue House Books on Saturday, October...

Free

Reading & Book Signing with William C. Moyers

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

William Cope Moyers was a model of sober success. As his inspiring story of overcoming addiction was on its way to becoming a New York Times bestseller, everyone thought he had finally achieved the redemption promised by recovery—including him. But the perfect story that helped Moyers become a famous face of the recovery movement was...

Free

Holiday Boozy Bookfair at Kenosha Tap House

Kenosha Tap House 125 56th St, Kenosha, WI, United States

It's time for another Boozy Bookfair! We're so excited to be bringing the Blue House Bookmobile to Kenosha Tap House for our Holiday Boozy Bookfair! Remember the elementary school bookfairs? It's like that, but at a bar! Live out your best childhood memories... but with adult money! We'll have fun nostalgic items like pens and...

Free

Meet & Greet with Marisa Rae Dondlinger

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

Are you looking for your next favorite thriller book? Look no further than "Come and Get Me" by Marisa Rae Dondlinger, a forty-eight-hour pulse-pounding domestic thriller that explores issues of truth and consequence and how one decision can have an unforeseeable rippling effect on countless lives. Marisa will be at Blue House Books on Saturday,...

Free

THE PERFECT MARRIAGE Release Party with Jeneva Rose

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

Her husband may be guilty of having an affair, but is he also guilty of murdering his mistress? On Tuesday, November 26th, the completely re-edited special edition hardcover of "The Perfect Marriage" finally arrives, and we're celebrating with the author herself, Jeneva Rose! Join us at 6 p.m. and be among the first to get...

$37.99

Meet & Greet with Carla Luna

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

If your secret vice is to watch those Hallmark holiday romance movies this time of year, you cannot miss the newest book from local romance author Carla Luna! In the first of the Dutchess Hotel Series, it has fake-dating, holiday romance, friends-to-lovers, a pinch of spice, and a swoon-worthy Santa. Carla Luna will be at...

Free