Blue House Books
BOOKMOBILE: Kenosha Public Market
Kenosha Public Market 625 52nd Street, Kenosha, WI, United StatesCome see the Blue House Bookmobile at the Kenosha Public Market! We will be at the Market in the municipal building parking lot, 625 52nd St, most Saturdays throughout the summer! Check our event calendar for confirmed dates. Blue House Books will still be open during normal hours at our main storefront location every Saturday...
We Found Waldo! Prize Drawing & Celebration
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesTime is almost up to Find Waldo Local in Kenosha! Join us for an end-of-event celebration where we will draw names of qualifying participants for prizes! Waldo searchers have until the start of this event, July 31st at 5 p.m., to get their completed stamp card to Blue House Books. You do not have to...
Used Book Exchange
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesIt's time for another Used Book Exchange! Bring some of your previously loved books to exchange for something new! Here's how it works: --Space is limited, so we have broken the event up into two sessions with 20 people each. --Tickets are $5, and you can use that $5 toward a purchase that night only....
Storytime with Jill and Freddy Letven!
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesJoin us for storytime with local author Jill Letven and her friendly dog Freddy! Jill's book is an adorable story of an unlikely friendship, and is great for children to learn about meeting new friends or gaining a new sibling! Jill will introduce the kids to the books inspiration, her dog Freddy, and she will...
High Tea at the Bookstore
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesYou are cordially invited to High Tea at Blue House Books! Join us for an afternoon with tea, cakes and sweets, mini sandwiches, and great conversation surrounded by beautiful books. Hosted by The Pine Blossom, your High Tea experience also includes your choice of a fabulous fashion hat for the occasion, a gift to take...
After Hours at the Bookstore
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesJoin us for another After Hours at the Bookstore! On Thursday, August 17th, Blue House Books will be open late for a more exclusive shopping experience with deals and refreshments. This month's special guest is musical trio Violet Wilder! We're so excited to have these amazing ladies with us performing an acoustic set as you...
Jennifer Chiaverini, author of Canary Girls, at Blue House Books
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesHistorical fiction author Jennifer Chiaverini is coming to Blue House Books! We are thrilled that Jennifer is joining us during her book tour for her latest release, "Canary Girls," a lively and illuminating novel about the “munitionettes” who built bombs in Britain’s arsenals during World War I, risking their lives for the war effort and...
Jennifer Chiaverini, author of Canary Girls, at Blue House Books
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesHistorical fiction author Jennifer Chiaverini is coming to Blue House Books! We are thrilled that Jennifer is joining us during her book tour for her latest release, "Canary Girls," a lively and illuminating novel about the “munitionettes” who built bombs in Britain’s arsenals during World War I, risking their lives for the war effort and...
Essential Oil Workshop with Modern Apothecary
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesAre you an essential oils enthusiast? How would you like to create your own blend?! We are excited to partner with Modern Apothecary for an interactive essential oil workshop, hosted by Blue House Books. Participants will be guided through essential oil basics and will have the opportunity to create a scented bath salt and stress...
Storytime with Randi Moxi!
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesJoin us for storytime with local author Randi Moxi! We are so excited to host Randi at Blue House Books so she can share "A Pittie Pool Party," a fun and adorable story about rescue animals! Join us on September 9th for this FREE event that includes storytime and an activity great for kids of...
Stories & Spirits Series Presents: Thriller Authors Caitlin Starling and Dan Kraus
Public Craft Brewing Co. 628 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, United StatesCelebrate the creepiest time of the year with us at Public Craft Brewing, 628 58th St, with thriller authors Caitlin Starling and Dan Kraus! Both authors have new books releasing in the summer and fall, and they are the perfect suspenseful reads for the upcoming chilly autumn nights. The authors will discuss how to tell...
Greta Kelly in conversation with MJ Kuhn for the release of THE QUEEN OF DAYS
The Apis Hotel and Restaurant 614 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, United StatesHelp us celebrate the latest book release from Kenosha author Greta Kelly! On Tuesday, October 24th, join us at The Apis in Downtown Kenosha for a lively discussion between Greta and fellow fantasy author MJ Kuhn about "The Queen of Days," a magical heist and hijinks novel. Learn about Greta's inspiration, her writing process, and...
Jeneva Rose and Drew in Kenosha for the release of IT’S A DATE (AGAIN)!
Rhode Center for the Arts 514 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, United StatesJeneva Rose is coming back to Kenosha! But this time, instead of bringing us thrills and chills, she's bringing us all the feels with the debut of her first romcom! Joining Jeneva is her partner in crime, Drew! (Although you may know him as the past tense of Draw) Join us for what is sure...
Friendship Park Tree Lighting Ceremony
Friendship Park 5834 6th Avenue, KenoshaFriendship Park Tree Lighting Ceremony Join us on the Southside of Downtown Kenosha following the official City of Kenosha Tree Lighting as we celebrate the businesses and residents in the Friendship Park Neighborhood. Businesses nearby will be offering extended hours, special discounts, live music, giveaways, and more! Businesses include Smarty's Sweets & Treats, Equinox, House...
Juneau Black in Kenosha for the release of TWILIGHT FALLS
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesWelcome back to the charming but dangerous world of Shady Hollow! For the release of the next instalment of the Shady Hollow cozy mystery series, Sharon Nagel of the Juneau Black writing duo will be at Blue House Books to talk about "Twilight Falls!" Joining Sharon is fellow writer of cute and murderous stories Amanda...
Annelise Ryan in Kenosha for the release of DEATH IN THE DARK WOODS
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesCryptozoologist Morgan Carter and her dog Newt are back for another adventure in the newest instalment of the Monster Hunter Mystery Series, and author Annelise Ryan is celebrating with us in Kenosha! Join us on Tuesday, December 12th as we help launch "Death in the Dark Woods" with the author herself and fellow cozy mystery...
HOLY AMERICAN BURNOUT: Reading & Book Signing with Sean Enfield
Kenosha Creative Space 624 57th Street, Kenosha, WI, United StatesLet's talk about the great American condition: burnout. Local author Sean Enfield will be at Kenosha Creative Space on Wednesday, December 13th from 7 to 9 p.m. to talk about his newly-published collection of essays "Holy American Burnout!," which weaves personal essay and cultural critique into the historical fabric of Black and bi-racial identity. Joining...
Blue House Books Meet & Greet with Courtney Lochner
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesBlue House Books Meet & Greet with Courtney Lochner If you're in the mood to curl up with a dark mystery, you will want to check out "The French House" by Courtney Lochner. Her dark academia debut thriller set in Wisconsin will have you reading deep into the cold winter nights! Courtney will be at...
Traveling Trunk Cookie Decorating & Storytime at Bluehouse Books
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesIt's the most wonderful time of the year to celebrate the holidays with Blue House Books! Grab the kiddos and join us for a night of decorating cookies and a wonderful story with our friend Miss Lisa from Traveling Trunk Storytime! Miss Lisa will be all dressed up for the holidays and we encourage everyone...
Bonnie Jo Campbell at Blue House Books
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesNational Book Award Finalist Bonnie Jo Campbell is coming to Blue House Books! Join us on Wednesday, February 21st to hear from Bonnie Jo about her latest novel, The Waters, which was chosen as the January Reads with Jenna Book Club pick! Known as a master of rural noir, Bonnie Jo returns with a fierce,...
Rebecca Makkai in Conversation with Amy Pease
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesA decades-old tragedy, a suspect convicted, and a woman who is unsure the case was ever really solved. Rebecca Makkai's "I Have Some Questions for You" has been a consistent bestseller at Blue House Books, and we are so excited to welcome Rebecca to Kenosha to help celebrate the paperback release of this haunting mystery...
Haiku Storytime & Workshop
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesTo celebrate National Poetry Month we are holding a workshop and storytime to celebrate the Haiku Poem! Professor Waymel, instructor of college literature, will be leading the workshop that will teach children the beauty and creativity behind Haiku poems! We will also be reading a few Haiku poems about animals and nature that will inspire...
FUNNY STORY Release Party
Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United StatesIt's kind of a "Funny Story"... Join us on Tuesday, April 23rd to celebrate the release of Funny Story by Emily Henry! At this morning release party, we will have breakfast pastries and beverages while you play trivia and partcipate in other activities for fantastic prizes including totes bags and t-shirts! A book purchase from...
Independent Bookstore Day with Blue House Books
Ruther High School 913 57th Street, Kenosha, United StatesIt's time for the annual Independent Bookstore Day celebration at Blue House Books! Independent Bookstore Day is an annual holiday where we celebrate everything that makes your locally, independently-owned bookstore so special, and why it's such an important part of your community. This year, we are bringing back three of our customers' favorite authors for...