speaking & events
Jean Huxtable-Hamersky can be found visiting classrooms, libraries and bookstores, sharing her delightful and creative stories across the state. From reading sessions to lively get-togethers, Jean loves inspiring young children. On special occasions, Jean is joined by her grandchildren.
the next adventures:
september
27
2025
APPLETON OCTOBERFEST
Visit with Jean at the Appleton Octoberfest. Starting at 9:00am, Octoberfest is a mile of fun on College Ave in Downtown Appleton.
past events
2025
March 2: Authors Among Us, DePere, WI, book reading and signing
June 7: Caramel Crisp Bookstore, Oshkosh, WI, book reading and signing
2024
March: article in the Press Times, Green Bay, WI
May: Lakefly conference, Oshkosh, WI, book reading and signing
September: Howard Commons, Green Bay, WI, book reading and signing
September: Produce with a Purpose, Kaukauna, WI, book reading and signing, "Parker's Pumpkin" goes viral on TikTok.
October: Porter's Pumpkin Patch, Bonduel, WI, book reading and signing
October: Mishicot Fall Festival, Mishicot, WI, book reading and signing
October: Green Bay Botanical Garden, children's time in the garden, reading and activities
2023
October: Launch of "Parker's Pumpkin" at Lionsmouth Bookstore, Green Bay, WI
October: Blaser's Acres Pumpkin Festival, Green Bay, WI, storytime and book signing
October: Heritage Hill, Green Bay, WI, book read
October: Lake City Elementary School, Michigan, book reading and activities
October: Lake City Library, book reading to children's hour
October: Horizon Books Bookstore, Cadillac, MI, book signing
October: Caramel Crisp Bookstore, Oshkosh, WI, book reading and signing
November: Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, early release book
November: Carver Elementary School, Opelika, AL, book reading and activities
December: Lake Mills Library, Lake Mills, Iowa, book reading and signing