Blue House Books

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5915 6th Avenue A
Kenosha, WI 53142 United States Get Directions
Phone (262) 612-5525
Website https://blue-house-books.com/events/22626

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  • POTLUCK DESSERTS: Justin Burke in conversation with James Schend

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

    Calling all potluck aficionados, bakers, and dessert superstars- join us on Tuesday, September 23rd at 6:30 p.m. for a truly scrumptious event. Justin Burke, food writer, recipe developer, queer food activist, and award-winning pastry chef and baker will be at Blue House Books to discuss his book, "Potluck Desserts" with James Schend. Pick up the...

    $35 – $40

  • TOURIST SEASON: Pre-Release Party

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

    Join us for a pre-release party for Brynne Weaver's newest, highly anticipated first book in the Seasons of Carnage Trilogy, "Tourist Season"! We're celebrating at Blue House Books on Monday, September 22nd at 6:30 p.m., and you won't want to miss out! The event will include freebies, mingling with fellow Brynne Weaver fans, and games!...

    $34

  • Meet & Greet with Silvia Acevedo

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

    Join Silvia Acevedo at Blue House Books on Saturday, September 20th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the release of her latest middle grade book, "Mail-Order Monsters: Crash Course", a fantasy story that mixes humor with wise insights on friendship and forgiveness, perfect for young readers! Silvia will be joined with her husband, Jeff...

    Free

  • Blue House Books Birthday Celebration!

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

    Get ready for a fun-filled, memorable, jubilant affair as we celebrate 5 years as a brick and mortar shop in downtown Kenosha! To help celebrate, we are offering a special deal just for you! Stop in on our birthday and purchase 5 things (totaling $25 minimum) and get a FREE BHB *Tote Bag! On top...

    Free

  • Meet & Greet with Ruchira Gupta

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

    "At once maddening and heartbreaking, "The Freedom Seeker" shows young readers there is also hope..." -- Alan Gratz, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Refugee ""The Freedom Seeker" is a must-read social justice adventure to understand the struggles of migrant families. Ruchira Gupta opens hearts and minds, inspiring young readers to find their own...

    Free

  • THE LIVE-IN TEMPTATION: Brighton Walsh in conversation with L.B. Dunbar

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

    Get ready for a love story with all the best tropes: single dad + nanny, forced proximity, forbidden romance, men in uniform, and of course, grumpy + sunshine! "The Live-In Temptation" by local author Brighton Walsh has all this and so much more! Join Brighton at Blue House Books on Wednesday, September 3rd at 7...

    $5

  • 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...

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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 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

  • 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...

  • 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

  • BEST BUDS: A Kids’ Botanical Event

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

    Calling all kids who like to get their hands dirty, join us on Saturday, July 19th from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. for a fun-filled kids botanical event! The event includes story time with author Becky Scharnhorst and a plant from Equinox Botanical Boutique! The kids will even get to decorate their own pot and plant...

    $35.00 – $50.00

  • A RESISTANCE OF WITCHES: Morgan Ryan in conversation with Greta Kelly

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

    "A witchy war-time delight!" --Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Briar Club With World War II raging around her, a young witch abandoned by her coven must race against the clock to find a book of unspeakable power before it lands in the hands of Hitler’s witches. With deeply felt stakes and...

    $5.00

  • Find Waldo in Kenosha!

    Find Waldo in Kenosha!
    Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Waldo is coming to Kenosha! Throughout July, find our favorite striped sleuth in local businesses throughout Kenosha! Waldo will be hiding in various locations around the city, and it's your mission to stop into as many businesses as you can from July 1st to 31st to find him. Collect stamps from each location and win...

    Free

  • Find Waldo in Kenosha!

    Find Waldo in Kenosha!
    Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Waldo is coming to Kenosha! Throughout July, find our favorite striped sleuth in local businesses throughout Kenosha! Waldo will be hiding in various locations around the city, and it's your mission to stop into as many businesses as you can from July 1st to 31st to find him. Collect stamps from each location and win...

    Free

  • Find Waldo in Kenosha!

    Find Waldo in Kenosha!
    Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Waldo is coming to Kenosha! Throughout July, find our favorite striped sleuth in local businesses throughout Kenosha! Waldo will be hiding in various locations around the city, and it's your mission to stop into as many businesses as you can from July 1st to 31st to find him. Collect stamps from each location and win...

    Free

  • Find Waldo in Kenosha!

    Find Waldo in Kenosha!
    Blue House Books 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Waldo is coming to Kenosha! Throughout July, find our favorite striped sleuth in local businesses throughout Kenosha! Waldo will be hiding in various locations around the city, and it's your mission to stop into as many businesses as you can from July 1st to 31st to find him. Collect stamps from each location and win...

    Free

  • Meet & Greet with Author Meg Marcus

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

    A spur-of-the-moment trip between old friends brings laughter, tears, and the wounds of the past to the surface in "Linger", a fantastic women's fiction novel of friendship and found family by Chicago author Meg Marcus. Having spent so many years apart, will this time together strengthen the bond they built so many years ago, or...

    Free

  • AUTHOR MEET & GREET WITH JACKSON TANAMOR

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

    Young adult author Jason Tanamor will be at Blue House Books on Saturday, June 21st from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for his release of his newest book, "The Legend of Sensei Tsinelas". In his latest novel, Jason Tanamor tackles the difficult nuances of growing up while dealing with loss, the stigma around mental health...

    $18.00

  • Stories & Sleuthing: Murdle Jr. Activity Night!

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

    Calling all junior detectives! Put on your thinking caps and join us at Blue House Books on June 8th at 4:30 p.m. for a special Murdle Jr Activity Night! The event will be filled with activities, games, and the opportunity to win prizes! Each child will also get an official Detective Club membership card. Each...

    $20

  • Stories & Sleuthing: Murdle Jr. Activity Night!

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

    Calling all junior detectives! Put on your thinking caps and join us at Blue House Books on June 8th at 4:30 p.m. for a special Murdle Jr Activity Night! The event will be filled with activities, games, and the opportunity to win prizes! Each child will also get an official Detective Club membership card. Each ticket...