A closer look at Scenic Regional Library, including interviews with upcoming program presenters, information about new and existing services, interviews with authors, book recommendations from staff, and more.
Human Trafficking, Computer Classes, and Pigment of Your Imagination
Eryn Borders from CATE discusses human trafficking awareness, Stacy Emerson shares about computer and technology classes, and Will Stuck previews his "Pigment of Your Imagination" program, offering diverse educational opportunities at the library.
20 Jun 2025
Serial Killer Fiction, The Women, and The Borrowed Life
Tiffany Richards, Sydney Lewis, and Genevieve Alexander review Anna Johnston's novel, Asia Mackay's guide, and Kristin Hannah's story, offering literary insights in this episode.
6 Jun 2025
Artificial Intelligence, Walt Disney in Missouri, and Quilts of the Underground Railroad
Jake Little explores artificial intelligence, Dan Viets examines Walt Disney's Missouri roots, and Georgia Payne discusses quilts of the Underground Railroad in this episode featuring multiple guests.
23 May 2025
Dungeons and Dragons, Junior Chef, and Summer Reading Program
Jacob Tate, Cheri Kramme, and Christy Schink discuss Dungeons and Dragons, the Junior Chef program, and the Summer Reading Program, highlighting the importance of community engagement and learning opportunities at the library.
9 May 2025
Franklin County History, Lynchings, and Zithers.
This episode’s guests:
Sue Blesi has researched and written about Franklin County history for almost forty years. Her new book is “Hanged by the Neck Until Dead: Lynchings and Hangings in Franklin County, Missouri.” She will give an author talk about the book at our St. Clair branch on Tuesday, May 20, at 6 p.m.
Debbie Bandy is a member of the Schwarzer Zither Ensemble. She will perform with the Ensemble at the New Haven branch on Thursday, May 22, at 6:00 PM.
Visit www.scenicregional.org/events (http://www.scenicregional.org/events) to register for these library programs and others.
24 Apr 2025
Bryan Haynes, New Regionalism, Little Lost Kitchen, Swedish Death Cleaning, and Odd Fellows
This episode’s guests:
Bryan Haynes is an internationally recognized artist who operates a studio and gallery in Washington, Missouri. Currently, he is exhibiting his work in the “Missouri Masters” exhibit at the Gallery at the Library in Hermann, which runs until May 23. He will also be doing an artist talk at the Hermann branch on Thursday, May 1, from 6 PM to 7 PM. His website is www.artbybryanhaynes.com (http://www.artbybryanhaynes.com).
Jessica Conlin is the owner of Little Lost Kitchen in Warrenton, Missouri. She will be presenting “Rolling Raviolis: A Homemade Pasta Workshop” at the Wright City branch on Monday, May 12, at 6:00 PM. Her website is www.littlelostkitchen.com (http://www.littlelostkitchen.com).
Kelly Tecklenburg is with SOS Senior Services and a member of the Washington Odd Fellows. She will be presenting a program called “Swedish Death Cleaning” on Wednesday, May 21, at 6:00 PM at the Warrenton branch.
Visit www.scenicregional.org/events (http://www.scenicregional.org/events) to register for these library programs and others.
10 Apr 2025
Book Talk, Swing Dancing, and Community Gardens
This episode's guests include:
Genevieve Alexander, Sullvan Branch Adult Programmer, and Tiffany Richards, Hermann Branch Manager, discussing their book reviews for the Missourian. Genevieve reviewed “The Pumpkin Spice Café,” by Laurie Gilmore, and Tiffany reviewed “Listen for the Lie,” by Amy Tintera.
Helen Burch, director of the Legacy Dance Club, in Cuba, Missouri. She will be presenting “Learn to Dance the 1920s Way” at our branches throughout April for our community read programming. The programs will be at the Sullivan branch on Thursday, April 17, at 6:00 PM; the Hermann branch on Tuesday, April 22, at 6:00 PM; and the Owensville branch on Thursday, April 24, at 6:00 PM. Visit www.scenicregional.org/events (http://www.scenicregional.org/events) to register.
Alesia Cullen, St. Clair Branch Manager. She will be discussing the branch's community garden. Anyone interested in checking out a bed at the St. Clair branch can call Alesia at 636-629-2546. If you’re interested in a bed at the new Owensville branches community garden, call Erica Mosley at 573-299-0006. The community garden agreement can be found at www.scenicregional.org/gardenagreement (http://www.scenicregional.org/gardenagreement).
28 Mar 2025
Dance Halls in Franklin and Gasconade Counties and Fashion from 1890 to 1930
This episode’s guests are:
Dr. Kenneth Johnson, a career educator and retired professor in the School of Education at Lindenwood University, will be discussing the history of dance halls in Gasconade and Franklin Counties. He is the author of the 2015 book, “Moonlight Serenade to City Lights,” which is a pictorial history about the bands and musicians who played in dance halls around Missouri. He will present “Moonlight Serenade: Dance Hall Musicians in Missouri” on Thursday, April 3, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, at the New Haven branch, and Thursday, April 10, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, at the Wright City branch. Visit www.scenicregional.org/events (http://www.scenicregional.org/events) to register.
Chris Miller and Louise Hermes, who will be discussing the history of fashion between 1890 and 1930. They will be co-presenting “50 Years of Fashion and Social Influence” at the Hermann branch on April 1 at 6 PM; Union branch on April 10 at 6 PM; and Warrenton branch on April 15 at 6 PM. Visit www.scenicregional.org/events (http://www.scenicregional.org/events) to register.
14 Mar 2025
Talking Books, Braille, Adult Outreach, and Hidden Histories of St. Louis
This episode’s guests:
Jami Livingston, Adult Services Librarian at Wolfner Talking Book and Braille Library in Jefferson City, discusses services available for the visually impaired. If you have questions about Wolfner Library, visit https://www.sos.mo.gov/wolfner (https://www.sos.mo.gov/wolfner), email wofner@sos.mo.gov (mailto:wofner@sos.mo.gov), or call (800) 392-2614.
Kasey Wright, Scenic Regional Library’s Adult Outreach Coordinator, discusses the outreach services she provides to senior citizen centers, nursing homes, and assisted living centers.
Elizabeth Eikmann, Assistant Director of Curricular Innovation and a lecturer in American Culture Studies at Washington University, discusses her experience in St. Louis area archives and upcoming program, “Hidden Histories of St. Louis,” which will be at our Wright City branch on Monday, March 24th at 6:00 PM. Visit www.scenicregional.org/events (http://www.scenicregional.org/events) to register.
11 Mar 2025
Interview with "The Flower Sisters" Author Michelle Collins Anderson
The guest for this special episode is Missouri author, Michelle Collins Anderson. Her historical novel, "The Flower Sisters," is Scenic Regional Library's 2025 Community Read book selection.
28 Feb 2025
Bellydance Fusion and the Katy Trail
This week's guests include:
Amy England with Mystic Sands Bellydance Fusion will talk about belly dancing and her upcoming program, Exploring Belly Dance Fusion, at the Sullivan Branch on Tuesday, March 4, at 6:00 PM. Register by visiting www.scenicregional.org/events (http://www.scenicregional.org/events)
Dan Burkhardt, author of “Trails Across Missouri: the Katy and Rock Island,” will discuss the Katy and Rock Island Trails and his upcoming program, Trails Across Missouri, at our Warrenton branch on Tuesday, March 25, at 5:30 PM. Register by visiting www.scenicregional.org/events (http://www.scenicregional.org/events)
14 Feb 2025
Lincoln, Curious Tides, Christian Fiction, and the Gilded Table
This week’s guests include:
Jan Jacobi, author of “Young Lincoln” (2018), “Lincoln in Springfield” (2021), and “Lincoln and Douglas” (2025). He will be promoting "Lincoln and Douglas" at St. Louis County Library’s Grant’s View Branch on Thursday, February 20, at 6:00 PM.
Shea Voss, Youth Programmer at the Union Branch, reviewed “Curious Tides” by Pascale Lacelle for the Missourian. Leah Matlock, Library Assistant at the Union Branch, reviewed “Girl from the Hidden Forest” by Hannah Linder for the Missourian.
Suzanne Corbett, author of “The Gilded Table: Recipes and Table Traditions from the Campbell House” (2015) and “A Culinary History of Missouri: Foodways & Iconic Dishes of the Show-Me State” (2021). She is presenting “Gilded Age Dining in Missouri” at the Warrenton branch on Tuesday, February 18, at 6:00 PM. Register by visiting www.scenicregional.org/events (http://www.scenicregional.org/events).
31 Jan 2025
Gallery, Craft & Hobby, and Freida McFadden
Guests on this episode include:
Lynnette Watts, President of the Scenic Regional Arts Council, and Tiffany Richards, manager of the library's Hermann branch. Find out more about the Gallery at the Library at www.scenicregional.org/gallery/ (http://www.scenicregional.org/gallery/) or on social media at www.facebook.com/GalleryAtTheLibrary (http://www.facebook.com/GalleryAtTheLibrary).
Paul Schroeder, the library's Collection Development Manager, and Alesia Cullen, the library's St. Clair branch manager. Craft & Hobby can be found beginning on February 1 at www.scenicregional.org/databases/#diy (http://www.scenicregional.org/databases/#diy)
Genevieve Alexander, adult programmer at the library's Sullivan branch, and Casie Busch, children's programmer at the library's New Haven branch. Find Freida McFadden's books in the library's online catalog at https://srl.modiscovery.org/Search/Results?lookfor=mcfadden%2C+freida&searchIndex=Author&filter[]=availability_toggle%3A%22loca (https://srl.modiscovery.org/Search/Results?lookfor=mcfadden%2C+freida&searchIndex=Author&filter[]=availability_toggle%3A%22loca)
14 Jan 2025
Maple Syrup, 1000 Books, and Fifty Plants
Guests on this episode are:
Walter Conner joins us to discuss his "Making Maple Syrup" program scheduled at the Union branch on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. The program will be held at Mr. Conner's farm in Lonedell. Register at:
https://scenicregional.librarycalendar.com/event/making-maple-syrup-17902 (https://scenicregional.librarycalendar.com/event/making-maple-syrup-17902)
Associate Director Christy Schink joins us to discuss the library's 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program. For more information about the program and to register, visit:
https://scenicregional.org/kids/1000-books-before-kindergarten/ (https://scenicregional.org/kids/1000-books-before-kindergarten/)
St. Louis Master Gardener John Hensley joins us to discuss his program "Fifty Plants That Changed the Course of History Volume 2" scheduled at the Pacific branch on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Register at:
https://scenicregional.librarycalendar.com/event/reap-what-you-sow-gardening-club-17760 (https://scenicregional.librarycalendar.com/event/reap-what-you-sow-gardening-club-17760)
Visit www.scenicregional.org (http://www.scenicregional.org) for more information about the library, including upcoming programs and events.
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