First ever children’s library coming to Uptown KenoshaApril 15, 2024This summer, Kenosha County's new children's library is coming to Uptown! This library will located in the Uptown Lofts, at 7979 38th Ave. The Kenosha Public Library is asking for help in stocking the shelves… Read more >
Books, Beans & Brews: Book-to-Screen AdaptionsApril 11, 2024Hello, Readers! This week I’m excited to talk about a popular topic at Blue House Books: book-to-screen adaptations! Listed below are a few of our favorite and bestselling titles that […]
Blue House Books hosting Fifth Annual Independent Bookstore Day CelebrationApril 8, 2024Join us to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day!
Save the Date for Healthy Kids Day®: April 20, 2024!April 1, 2024Mark your calendars for this FREE public event!
Dairy State Cheese & Beer Festival set for Saturday, April 13April 1, 2024The Brat Stop is hosting the Dairy State Cheese & Beer Festival, and the all proceeds go to The Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha. Here’s what you can expect: […]
Books, Beans & Brews: ‘The Lost Library’ and a suitable pairingMarch 20, 2024A spotlight on middle grade reading and a cozy beverage pairing for any age
BOOKS, BEANS & BREWS: ‘THE QUEEN OF DAYS’ PAIRS GREAT WITH AN EAST VIEW COFFEE SPECIAL!March 6, 2024Happy Women’s History Month and National Reading Month!
The Bradford Dance Program presents: MomentumMarch 5, 2024Enjoy a night filled with different styles of dance ranging from modern to hip-hop
Bonnie Jo Campbell at Blue House BooksFebruary 19, 2024National Book Award Finalist Bonnie Jo Campbell is coming on Wednesday, February 21st
Books, Beans & Brews: The Winter Institute ConferenceFebruary 14, 2024Plus this week's featured books!
Performing Arts Festival Planned for Downtown KenoshaFebruary 13, 2024Applications are now being accepted for performances
Dairy State Cheese & Beer Festival Tickets on Sale NowFebruary 8, 2024Tickets for the 16th Annual Dairy State Cheese & Beer Festival are on sale now
BOOKS, BEANS & BREWS: Books as a safehaven to satisfy our curiositiesJanuary 31, 2024This week's emotional read and an equally dark and broody drink pairing from a local favorite!
SPORTS NIGHT AT HOLY ROSARY WILL NOT HOST ANNUAL BANQUETJanuary 30, 2024Changes coming to a Kenosha tradition
Racine Starving Artist Fair issues Call to Artists for August 4, 2024 FairJanuary 26, 2024Inviting regional artists to participate in its annual juried Starving Artist Fair
Vendor applications now available for outdoor HarborMarkets!January 21, 2024Submit your vendor application for the outdoor HarborMarkets in Downtown Kenosha, Downtown Racine and the Village of Pleasant Prairie
BOOKS, BEANS & BREWS: The Lost BookshopJanuary 17, 2024The bookstore midnight release party is back in Kenosha!
Visit Pleasant Prairie unveils tour map for annual Christmas holiday lights tour and contestDecember 15, 2023Twenty-eight festive tour stops on the 2nd annual self-guided holiday lights tour from December 12-26
Kenosha Holiday Winter HarborMarket to be held Saturday, Dec. 16th at The Stella Hotel & BallroomDecember 7, 2023Holiday baked goods, ready-to-give gifts and many handmade local items will be available
BOOKS, BEANS & BREWS: The Tea Rose pairs perfectly with a local favoriteDecember 5, 2023Sam from Blue House Books is ready to report on some bookish happenings and provide your next great read!
A new holiday tradition in Kenosha County took root Saturday eveningDecember 4, 2023The tree lighting itself was but one of a series of festive activities at the park Saturday
Kenoshan of the Week: Samantha JacquestNovember 29, 2023Owner of Blue House Books has turned passion for books and reading from a part-time pop-up business into a thriving downtown Kenosha staple with big plans for the future
Holiday tech for the Thanksgiving winNovember 22, 2023Tech-enhanced Thanksgiving: A modern twist on tradition
Visit Pleasant Prairie’s 2nd Annual Halloween Lights Tour draws thousands of tour-goersNovember 16, 2023The 2023 Halloween Lights Tour lit up the Pleasant Prairie night sky this October
Get ready for wellness: Kenosha YMCA’s 11th Annual Healthy Living Fair!November 13, 2023It’s that exciting time of year again in Kenosha!
City of Kenosha tree lighting to be held Nov. 24November 4, 2023Family fun activities to follow City of Kenosha Tree Lighting
Kenoshan of the Week: Aaron GundersenOctober 26, 2023Kenosha native entertains community on Halloween with his visual spectacular, The Haunted Parlor, in garage of parents' Forest Park neighborhood home