University of Illinois Press Events Calendar

Join Joe Bittle for an Author Talk at The Schlafly Tap Room for a conversation about his new book, "Gateway Beer: St. Louis Craft Brewing in the Shadow of Anheuser-Busch." He will be in conversation with Thomas Schlafly and Kevin Lemp, the founders of Schlafly and 4 Hands Breweries respectively.

Join photographer Jim Newberry for an early-evening celebration of his book, "Chicago Music, Seen: 100 Portraits" at LOULOU by Lula from 4-7pm on October 18th. Enjoy a conversation with Andrew Gill of Sound Opinions, live music by Girls of the Golden West, bites by the Lula Cafe team and a festive reception celebrating Chicago’s vibrant music scene.

Join photographer Jim Newberry at the Museum of Post Punk and Industrial Music for an afternoon celebrating the release of his new book, "Chicago Music, Seen."

Join Cathryn Prince for a talk about her latest book "For the Love of Labor: The Life of Pauline Newman."

Join Cathryn Prince for a book talk about her latest release, "For the Love of Labor: The Life of Pauline Newman."

Cathryn Prince, author of "For the Love of Labor," will be in conversation with Amy Levine-Kennedy at Fordham University's Lincoln Center Campus.

Join Stephen Wade as he performs as part of The Pittsburgh Folk Music Society at The Roots Cellar to celebrate his books, "Our Common Life" and "The Beautiful Music All Around Us".

Join The Loved One bookstore in celebrating the release of Jim Newberry's latest book, "Chicago Music, Seen." Books will be available for purchase.

Stephen Wade, author of "Our Common Life" and "The Beautiful Music All Around Us", will be at The Newberry Library on November 11, 2026 at 4 pm. For more information: Call 312-943-9090

Stephen Wade, author of "Our Common Life" and "The Beautiful Music All Around Us" will be at Godfrey Daniels on December 6, 2026 at 8 pm. For more information, please contact 610-867-2390 or Reservations@godfreydaniels.org

Join Stephen Wade, author of "Our Common Life" and "The Beautiful Music All Around Us," for a performance at Lansdowne Folk Club.