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 Train...

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 Ge...

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 Ass...

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 E...

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.artbybryan...

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...

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...

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 wofner@sos.mo.gov , or call (800) 392-2614. Kasey Wright, Scenic Regional Library’s Adult Outreach Coordinator, discusses the...

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 u...

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, L...

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....

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 Associate Director Christy Schink joins us to discuss the library's 1000 Boo...