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:
march
30
2026
PODCAST - Readingwithyourkids.com
Join Jean for an interview on the Jedlie Podcast for a discussion about Marlee's Masterpiece.
may
2
2026
LAKEFLY WRITERS CONFERENCE AND BOOKSALE
Join Jean in Oshkosh Wisconsin for the Lakefly Writers Conference at the Convention Center.
past events
2026
Feb. 4: Life Long Learning Institute, UWGB, "Story Imagination and My Publishing Journey"
Feb. 12: Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, WI, online BookBuzz
Feb 27: Interview by Always a Farm Girl you tube channel, Donna Schuld
March 30: Reading with You Kids.com Podcast interview
May 2: Lakefly Writer's Conference and Book Fair, Oshkosh, WI
May 30: Block of Books, Appleton, WI
2025
March 2: Authors Among Us, DePere, WI, book reading and signing
June 7: Caramel Crisp Bookstore, Oshkosh, WI, book reading and signing
Sept. 27: Appleton Octoberfest, Appleton, WI
October 19: Mishicot, WI Pumpkin Festival
October 24: Authors Among Us, DePere, WI
Nov. 3: Aging and Disability Resource Center, Green Bay, WI
Nov. 6: MacArthur Elementary School, Green Bay, WI
Nov. 6: Little Sips Play Cafe, Manitowoc, WI
Nov. 26: Holiday Craft and Gift Sale, Resch Center, Green Bay, WI
Nov.: Interview and article in Press Times newspaper, Green Bay, WI
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