Taking the Scenic Route

This episode’s guests:Eryn Borders is the Community Education Specialist with CATE, which stands for the Coalition Against Trafficking and Exploitation. They are located in St. Louis. Eryn will be presenting “Human Trafficking Awareness Prevention” at our Pacific branch on Wednesday, July 16, at 4:00 pm and our St. Clair branch on Tuesday, July 15, at 6:00 pm.Stacy Emerson is the library’s Trainer and Adult Education Instructor. She has worked at the library for 10 and a half years, and her smiling face is one of the first things new employees see when they start their position. Many of our patrons may also recognize her due to the extensive range of computers and technology she offers. Will Stuck will be presenting his “Pigment of Your Imagination” program at our Owensville, New Haven, Warrenton, Union, and St. Clair branches during the second week of July. He describes himself as an “Edu-tainor.,” with shows that are a M.E.S.S., meaning they feature music, education, stories, and science. Visit www.scenicregional.org/events to register for these library programs and others.

This week's guests:Hermann branch manager Tiffany Richards discusses her review of “The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife” by Anna Johnston.Sullivan branch manager Sydney Lewis discusses her review of “A Serial Killer’s Guide to Marriage” by Asia Mackay.Sullivan branch adult programmer Genevieve Alexander discusses her review of “The Women,” by Kristin Hannah.

This episode’s guests are:Jake Little, an Advisor and Career Navigator at East Central College in Union, Missouri, discusses artificial intelligence. He will be presenting “Understanding AI: A Practical Introduction” at our New Haven branch on Thursday, June 26, at 6:00 pm.Dan Viets, an attorney in Columbia, Missouri, and co-author of the book, “Walt Disney’s Missouri: The Roots of a Creative Genius”, discusses Walt Disney’s early life in Missouri. He will be presenting “Walt Disney’s Missouri” at our Union branch on Thursday, June 12, at 6:00 pm.Georgia Payne, a master quilter from Washington state, discusses quilts and the Underground Railroad. She will be presenting “Quilts of the Underground Railroad” virtually at our St. Clair branch on Tuesday, June 17, at 6:00 pm.Visit www.scenicregional.org/events to register for these programs.

This episode’s guests:Jacob Tate is the presenter for our Union Branch’s Dungeons and Dragons Club, which takes place every first and third Saturday at the Union branch from noon to 3 PM. He is a Dungeons and Dragons enthusiast who has dedicated countless hours to learning the ins and outs of the game, its universe, and the intricacies of Dungeon Mastering.Cheri Kramme is a Nutrition Program Associate at the MU Extension in Franklin County. She will present a Junior Chef program at all nine branches as part of our Summer Reading Programming. She is joining us to discuss the program, her role at the MU Extension, and what the extension offers.Christy Schink, our Associate Director of Youth and Outreach Services Librarian, has been hard at work preparing for our Summer Reading Program, which begins May 31. This year’s theme is “Color Your World.” In this episode, we discuss the importance of the Summer Reading Program, what changes we’ve made this year, and all of the fun programs families can expect this summer.Visit www.scenicregional.org/events to register for these library programs and others.

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 to register for these library programs and others.

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. 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.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 to register for these library programs and others.

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 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.

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 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 to register.

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, email [email protected], 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 to register.

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.

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 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

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.

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/ or on social media at 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/#diyGenevieve 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

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-17902Associate 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/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-17760Visit www.scenicregional.org for more information about the library, including upcoming programs and events.