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The Big Read LAKESHORE

We believe reading matters.

“Our mission is to foster a culture where reading matters in Ottawa, Allegan, and Muskegon counties.”

Check out our 2024 Program Press Release!

Big Read Lakeshore

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Big Read Lakeshore

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Middle Read Lakeshore

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Little Read Lakeshore

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Mini Read Lakeshore

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Event Recaps: Author Visit with Yuyi Morales

November 18, 2024
By Maggie Hartman The best way to experience a beautiful children’s book (like Dreamers) is…
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Whose American Dream?

November 11, 2024
This year, our book selections are all about exploring the American Dream and how it…
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Event Recaps: Mocktail Mixology

November 6, 2024
By Alex Goodwin Attention all amateur mixologists! If you’re someone who likes sweet little drinks…
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Event Recaps: The Big Read Lakeshore Kickoff Event

November 4, 2024
By Nellie Wilcox Every event needs a plan, but it is the people involved that…
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Event Recaps: Gatsby at the Hackly and Hume Home

October 28, 2024
Now that The Big Read Lakeshore’s events are in full swing, we want to take…
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A Sneak Peak into the Big Read Kickoff

October 21, 2024
The official kick-off to the Big Read season is just around the corner! Join us…

Ways to Get Involved

Read the book

Our book's topics and themes are timely and relevant.

Attend our events

Our events offer a variety of perspectives, experiences, and angles on the book.

Interact with others

Our goal is that you listen and learn from others as well as sharing your own ideas and experiences.

Respond

Our community becomes stronger when you make positive changes in response to your interactions with the book.

Who is the Big Read Lakeshore for?

Readers of all ages along the Lakeshore

Book clubs

P-12 students

College/University students

Teachers

Professors

Librarians

Library patrons

Senior citizens

Workplaces

Families