Andrew Drasen and A Vision of Hope Media Events
New events will be added as they are confirmed. Make sure to check out the blog, podcast appearances, books, and contact us if you’re interested in scheduling Andrew for a book event, speaking event, curriculum information, or something else.
Upcoming Book Signings, Festivals, and Community Events
Barnes and Noble Mayfair Book Reading and Signing
April 4, 2026 • 2 PM to 4 PM • Wauwatosa, WI
Meet Andrew Drasen and get a signed copy of A Vision of Hope.
2500 N Mayfair Rd Suite 196 • Wauwatosa, WI 53226
2026 Racine Author Showcase
April 25, 2026 • 10 AM to 4 PM • Racine, WI
Meet local authors, explore new books, and connect with the Racine literary community.
Racine Public Library, 2nd Floor, Business Center and Community Room • 75 7th St • Racine, WI 53403
Racine First Fridays
May 1, June 5, July 3, August 7, and September 4, 2026 • 4 PM to 9 PM • Racine, WI
Join Andrew Drasen and A Vision of Hope Media during Racine’s First Fridays community events featuring shopping, dining, music, and downtown activity.
Downtown Racine near Main Street and Monument Square • 424 Main St and 100 Monument Square • Racine, WI 53403
Lakefly Book Fair
May 2, 2026 • 9 AM to 4 PM • Oshkosh, WI
Regional authors, book sales, and literary community gathering.
Oshkosh Convention Center • 100 N. Main St. • Oshkosh, WI 54901
Kenosha Harbor Market
May 16, June 13, and August 15, 2026 • 9 AM to 2 PM • Kenosha, WI
Shop local and stop by A Vision of Hope Media at one of Kenosha’s signature waterfront markets.
Outdoor Market • 2nd Ave & 56th St • Kenosha, WI 53140
Kenosha Book Festival
May 17, 2026 • 10 AM to 3 PM • Kenosha, WI
A monthly community event featuring local authors, food trucks, and a massive selection of $1 used books.
Studio Moonfall • 5031 7th Avenue • Kenosha, WI 53140
Racine County Haymarket
June 11 and July 9, 2026 • 4 PM to 7 PM • Racine, WI
Visit Andrew Drasen and A Vision of Hope Media at this seasonal summer night market featuring local vendors, food trucks, and a beer garden.
Monument Square • Racine, WI 53403
Pleasant Prairie Harbor Market
June 21, 2026 • 10 AM to 2 PM • Pleasant Prairie, WI
Meet Andrew Drasen and browse books and resources from A Vision of Hope Media.
Prairie Springs Park, near Lake Andrea Beer Garden • 10023 Park Drive • Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
FoodeesFest Gurnee
June 26 to 28, 2026 • Gurnee, IL
Food trucks, craft vendors, and family-friendly entertainment. Free to attend.
Gurnee Mills • 6170 W Grand Ave • Gurnee, IL
Friday: 1 PM to 9 PM
Saturday: 11 AM to 9 PM
Sunday: 11 AM to 7 PM
Book Fair Expo
September 12, 2026 • 10 AM to 2 PM • New Berlin, WI
Featuring children’s authors and local book vendors.
New Berlin Ale House • 16000 W Cleveland Ave • New Berlin, WI 53151
Upcoming Speaking and Conference Events
Illinois Reentry Conference
March 12, 2026 • 9 AM to 5 PM • Chicago, IL
Justice-impacted individuals, families, advocates, and professionals convene to advance reentry work.
1900 West Jackson Blvd • Chicago, IL
Wisconsin Peer Recovery Conference
April 20 to 22, 2026 • Baraboo, WI
Wisconsin’s premier gathering dedicated to advancing best practices in peer support.
Kalahari Resort & Convention Center • Baraboo, WI
Global Addiction, Behavioral Health & Psychiatry Conference
October 19 to 21, 2026 • Virtual
Andrew Drasen presents on identity restoration as a missing variable in relapse prevention.
Presentation date and session time to be announced.
Past Events
Barnes and Noble Racine Book Reading and Signing
March 7, 2026 • 2 PM to 4 PM • Racine, WI
Meet Racine native Andrew Drasen and get a signed copy of A Vision of Hope.
2710 S Green Bay Rd • Racine, WI
This event has concluded.
Words & Music 3.0
February 1, 2026 • Thornton, IL
Participated in conversations on recovery, reentry, resilience, and purpose-driven living.
This event has concluded.