Category: local fun

Cooking class at Stonewall Kitchen: A Sensational Supper with Jane St Pierre

by Karen, posted in (it's all about the) food, education, family, local fun, teens

My daughter and I went to a cooking class at Stonewall Kitchen Cooking School.  We've been there before, and it's always a treat. This was the first class taught by Jane St Pierre that we've been to, but hopefully not the last. She is a wonderful teacher, warm and funny, but most importantly, she knows … Continue reading Cooking class at Stonewall Kitchen: A Sensational Supper with Jane St Pierre

My first public reading of my book

by Karen, posted in author, books, Brave books, Disney, local fun, no fear

I was at the local library recently to read some passages of my first novel, One Brave Thing. It was my first time reading aloud from my book in front of other people. I am not someone who loves public speaking. Actually, I am someone who hyperventilates at the thought of public speaking. Most of … Continue reading My first public reading of my book

My First Farmers Market Book Sale

by Karen, posted in author, books, local fun, no fear, writing

Today was my first day selling my book, One Brave Thing, at a farmers market. The Saco River Farmers Market, to be exact. I'd been there before, but not for a year or two. I had planned to scope it out ahead of time, but work and family commitments prevented me from doing so. It … Continue reading My First Farmers Market Book Sale

You want it? You got it!

by Karen, posted in author, books, Brave books, local fun, writing

If you go to your local book store to buy One Brave Thing and you don't see it, here's an idea...JUST ASK! Currently, several of the shops are down to their last copy, and what if you stop in to buy my book before it's been restocked? Again, just ask at the counter, or call … Continue reading You want it? You got it!

Top 10 best tips for selling your books at a yard sale

by Karen, posted in Adult children, author, books, Brave books, local fun

I had the good fortune to be part of Stonewall Kitchen Employee's Yard Sale this morning in York (by invitation from my son, Anthony). I set up my table and brought copies of my book, One Brave Thing. (Hmmm...maybe next time I should have someone else take the picture so that I can be IN … Continue reading Top 10 best tips for selling your books at a yard sale

Blue Willow Gift Shop and Antiques is now selling my book!

by Karen, posted in author, books, Brave books, local fun

The wonderful Blue Willow Gift Shop and Antiques in Ogunquit, Maine is now selling my book, One Brave Thing! Next time you are in Perkins Cove, stop in and pick up my book! Tell two friends!

How to do a book reading and signing

by Karen, posted in author, books, Brave books, local fun, no fear, writing

I'm planning to do my first reading from my book One Brave Thing next month, so I thought I'd visit another author's event to show my support (oh, and to learn a thing or two, maybe) about how to set myself up for success. Kathy Eliscu was at the Falmouth Memorial Library last week reading from … Continue reading How to do a book reading and signing

My first radio interview at Elemental Energies with Chris Ann

by Karen, posted in author, books, local fun, Meditation, Metaphysical healing, my one word, no fear

I had the good luck to be Chris Ann's guest on her live radio talk show last night on unitedpaganradio.net (WUPR). What a great experience! Chris Ann made me at home from the moment I entered her studio. We talked about my book and my other writings and doings. We also discussed ways of manifesting things … Continue reading My first radio interview at Elemental Energies with Chris Ann

Boston Flower Show

by Karen, posted in (it's all about the) food, local fun, restaurants

My husband and I usually go to the Portland Flower Show every year, but as you many know, there wasn't one this year. We hadn't been to the Boston Flower Show in, um, decades, but we both had fond memories of all of it except the getting there and getting home part. We thought about … Continue reading Boston Flower Show

My book is published! (part 2)

by Karen, posted in author, books, friends, local fun, no fear

It's been a busy week! I was at Will's Copy Center yesterday, ordering some bookmarks (Maine Author!!) and flyers and such, when I ran into my friend, Denise. She was saying that it must be hard, putting the book out into the world. I said, "Yes! Thank you for validating that! It's terrifying!" This is true. … Continue reading My book is published! (part 2)