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SUMMARY:HASP Book Discussion: An American Sunrise
DESCRIPTION:Members of HASP are invited to join a book discussion of An American Sunrise led by Amy Henrickson and Jane Lindemuth. Registration is required.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/hasp-book-discussion-an-american-sunrise/
LOCATION:Hope College
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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SUMMARY:Class with Potawatomi Ceramicist Jason Wesaw Class 2
DESCRIPTION:Join local Potawatomi ceramicist\, Jason Wesaw\, for a two-day ceramics workshop that engages the traditional approach to pottery that was once used by indigenous people. All clay will be locally harvested and processed\, and you will have the opportunity to work alongside Jason in hand-building and pit-firing in order to take home your own creation inspired by his work. For registration information\, check out www.thecultureworks.org
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/class-with-potawatomi-ceramicist-jason-wesaw-class-2/
LOCATION:Outdoor Discovery Center 5675 142nd Ave. Holland\, MI 49423
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Little Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211103T190000
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SUMMARY:"The Indian Removal Act Was No Anomaly": Lecture by Dr. Sean O'Neill
DESCRIPTION:Professor of History at Grand Valley State University Sean O’Neill will give a virtual presentation titled “The Indian Removal Act was no Anomaly”. His presentation will discuss the roots of Indigenous removal\, Andrew Jackson and the supporters of the removal\, resistance\, and effects of removal. It can be viewed on the Spring Lake District Facebook page and there will be a time for questions and answers. \nA link to the Facebook page can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/SpringLakeDistrictLibrary
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/the-indian-removal-act-was-no-anomaly-lecture-by-dr-sean-oneill/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211103T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211103T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T004104Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan's Indigenous People during the Woodland Era
DESCRIPTION:How would you grind flour 500 years ago? How would you hunt an elk or carry water? Try your hand at spear-throwing and some other Eastern Woodland Era skills and enjoy a tour of our replica Ottawa/Potawatomi Summer Village at the Outdoor Discovery Center in Holland. Using artifacts\, language\, traditional houses\, games\, hunting tools\, and common life skills\, our educators will share some of the basic life activities of Michigan’s Indigenous Peoples before and after contact with Europeans. \nRegistration required.  Please dress for the weather – much of this program will be outdoors. \nFee: $8 per person \nProgram location: 5675 142nd Ave. Holland\, MI (Down the street from the ODC main entrance) \nHere is the registration link – https://outdoordiscovery.doubleknot.com/event/michigans-indigenous-peoples/2830761
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/michigans-indigenous-people-during-the-woodland-era/
LOCATION:Outdoor Discovery Center 5675 142nd Ave. Holland\, MI 49423
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Little Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211102T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211102T190000
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SUMMARY:Author Event with Storyteller and Poet\, Lydia Whirlwind Soldier
DESCRIPTION:Lydia Whirlwind Soldier will first share stories from her book\, Memory Songs. In the Lakota language\, there is no word for “poems\,” so Lydia Whirlwind Soldier shares her stories as memory songs. Following the stories\, she will read sections from her book. This video of Lydia sharing her stories will be posted within the next few weeks.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/author-event-with-storyteller-and-poet-lydia-whirlwind-soldier/
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/author-event-with-storyteller-and-poet-lydia-whirlwind-soldier/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211101T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20211001T022854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T025854Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Event with Jack Ridl: Another Way to Look at Poetry
DESCRIPTION:For those of you who love poetry and those of you who think you don’t\, join our poet-in-residence\, Jack Ridl\, as he takes us inside poems and poetry to help all of us experience poetry in new and exciting ways. \nFor more information about Jack Ridl visit: https://ridl.wordpress.com/
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/poetry-event-with-jack-ridl-another-way-to-look-at-poetry/
LOCATION:Hope College Maas Auditorium 264 Columbia Ave Holland\, MI 49423
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211121
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211101T185600Z
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SUMMARY:The Old Wing Mission by Hope Student Michael Bonagura
DESCRIPTION:In this video\, Hope College student\, Michael Bonagura\, shares his research through the Joint Archives of Holland. This research provides context about Native American history in western Michigan and the Old Wing Mission. The Old Wing Mission moved to the Holland\, Michigan area and aimed to make nomads into settled farmers before selling their land to Albertus Van Raalte. Watch this short video to learn more!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/the-old-wing-mission-by-hope-student-michael-bonagura/
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211028T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211028T163000
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CREATED:20211004T190305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T025229Z
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SUMMARY:KAM Armstrong Artist Lecture Event with Kelly Church
DESCRIPTION:Native American artist Kelly Church will discuss the history and cultural importance of Black Ash basketry among the Anishinaabe people of the Great Lakes region\, and how that cultural tradition is threatened by an invasive insect species and other environmental forces. Kelly is a 5th-generation Anishinaabe basket maker. The artist talk is taking place in conjunction with the Kruizenga Art Museum’s 2021 NEA Big Read Lakeshore focus exhibition Native American Art: Recent Acquisitions from the Kruizenga Museum Collection.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/kam-armstrong-artist-lecture-event-with-kelly-church/
LOCATION:Hemenway Auditorium at Hope College 257 Columbia Ave\, Holland\, MI 49423
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T004601Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event with Kent Nerburn (Neither Wolf Nor Dog)
DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually as Kent Nerbum\, author of Neither Wolf Nor Dog\, shares his reflections on writing the book and spending time on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. The event link will be sent to you after registration.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/author-event-with-kent-nerburn-neither-wolf-nor-dog/
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/author-event-with-kent-nerburn-neither-wolf-nor-dog/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20210929T155434Z
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SUMMARY:Kent Nerburn: Q and A with Hope College students
DESCRIPTION:Kent Nerburn will virtually visit Professor John Yelding’s class to discuss themes in his book\, Neither Wold Nor Dog. This private event allows students to ask questions and engage with Nerburn as he describes his experiences on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/kent-nerburn-q-and-a-with-hope-college-students/
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/kent-nerburn-q-and-a-with-hope-college-students/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20210929T154638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T024441Z
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SUMMARY:Joy Harjo - Creative Writing Class Visit
DESCRIPTION:At this Q and A event for Hope College English majors\, Joy Harjo will answer questions focused on craft and the writer’s life. This is a private event is for creative writing students at Hope College. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/joy-harjo-creative-writing-class-visit/
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211025T100000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20210929T153402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211016T173142Z
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SUMMARY:Big Read Author Q and A Event with Joy Harjo for Local Students
DESCRIPTION:In this event for area students\, Hope College professor emeritus and poet\, Jack Ridl\, will have a conversation with Joy Harjo about her poems. She will read some poems and play some tracks from her new album\, I Pray For My Enemies. The event link will be sent to you after registration. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/big-read-author-q-and-a-event-with-joy-harjo-for-local-students/
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/big-read-author-q-and-a-event-with-joy-harjo-for-local-students/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211201
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20211001T002846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211008T210342Z
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SUMMARY:Book of the Month Virtual Book Discussion: An American Sunrise
DESCRIPTION:We have a separate “Book of the Month” Facebook page in which we feature a different book and invite community members to join in the conversation via the FB page. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/book-of-the-month-virtual-book-discussion-an-american-sunrise/
LOCATION:Howard Miller Public Library 14 S Church St\, Zeeland\, MI 49464
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211118
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20211001T003412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211008T220211Z
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SUMMARY:Voices Through Verse
DESCRIPTION:After reading and reflecting on Joy Harjo’s journey through verse\, Big Read participants will have the opportunity to share their own triumph and tragedy. Voices through Verse\, an interactive community art project\, invites participants to use various forms of poetry and materials available in the exhibit space to share life experiences with others. Voices through Verse will be created at Howard Miller Public Library for the month of November. Those wishing to add to this unique community art project may do so during the library’s regular hours of operation: Monday-Thursday from 9:00 am – 8:00 pm; Friday from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; and Saturday from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/voices-through-verse/
LOCATION:Howard Miller Public Library 14 S Church St\, Zeeland\, MI 49464
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211021T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20211001T010120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T164146Z
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SUMMARY:Class with Potawatomi Ceramicist Jason Wesaw Class 1
DESCRIPTION:Join local Potawatomi ceramicist\, Jason Wesaw\, for a two-day ceramics workshop that engages the traditional approach to pottery that was once used by indigenous people. All clay will be locally harvested and processed\, and participants will have the opportunity to work alongside Jason in hand-building and pit-firing in order to take home a creation inspired by his work. For registration information\, check out www.thecultureworks.org
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/class-with-potawatomi-ceramicist-jason-wesaw-class-1/
LOCATION:Outdoor Discovery Center 5675 142nd Ave. Holland\, MI 49423
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Little Read
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211021
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20211012T131024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T125934Z
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SUMMARY:Video Lecture Event: “Native American History”\, Dr. Fred Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Fred Johnson III\, associate professor of history at Hope College\, as he gives a video lecture about the history of Native Americans and their interactions with early colonists. This video lecture will be released and available for viewing at any time.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/video-lecture-event-native-american-history-dr-fred-johnson/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211223
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20211008T204650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211008T205337Z
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SUMMARY:Mini-Exhibit: Mariah Meawasige (Graphic Design Work)
DESCRIPTION:Visit the SCA to see graphic design work of Ontario based Anishinaabe artist Mariah Meawasige from October 15 – December 22. See for more information about the Saugatuck Center for the Arts https://www.sc4a.org/ and https://www.makoose.com/about for more information about the artist. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/mini-exhibit-mariah-meawasige-graphic-design-work/
LOCATION:Saugatuck Center for the Arts\, 400 Culver Street\, Saugatuck\, MI\, 49453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211010
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20211001T002851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T132040Z
UID:1509-1633734000-1633820399@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Book Raffles at Participating Libraries
DESCRIPTION:Stop by your local library to enter a Big Read Lakeshore book raffle! \nAllegan Library\nAllendale Township Library\nFennville District Library\nGary Byker Memorial Library of Hudsonville\nGeorgetown Township Public Library\nHerrick District Library\nHoward Miller Library\nLoutit District Library\nPatmos Library\nSaugatuck Douglas Library\nSpring Lake Library\nVan Wylen Library\nWestern Seminary -Cook Library\nOtsego District Library \nLeighton Township Library \nCharles A. Ransom District Library (Plainwell) \nDorr Township Library \nHenika District Library \nHopkins Public Library \nJ.C. Wheeler Public Library (Martin) \nSalem Township Library
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/book-raffles-at-participating-libraries/
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Little Read
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211212
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20210929T153042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T023441Z
UID:1484-1631228400-1639263599@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Native American Art: Recent Acquisitions from the Kruizenga Museum Collection
DESCRIPTION:As part of its commitment to expand the cultural diversity of its collection\, the Kruizenga Art Museum recently began collecting work by modern and contemporary Native American artists. The museum’s goal is gradually to acquire artworks made by indigenous artists from different regions and tribes in a variety of media to reflect the continuing vitality\, creativity and relevance of Native American culture. Native American Art: Recent Acquisitions from the Kruizenga Museum Collection features ten Native American artworks by eight different artists. The artworks include paintings\, prints\, photographs\, and sculptures that range in date from 1984 to 2021. The exhibition was organized to complement and support the 2021 NEA Big Read Lakeshore Program. Admission to the Kruizenga Art Museum is free and all are welcome. You can see the artworks featured in the exhibition in this digital gallery:\nhttps://providence.hope.edu/index.php/Gallery/795.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/native-american-art-recent-acquisitions-from-the-kruizenga-museum-collection/
LOCATION:Kruizenga Art Museum 271 Columbia Ave\, Holland\, MI 49423
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Little Read
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210226T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210226T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20210118T172547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T165643Z
UID:914-1614348000-1614351600@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Light for the World to See: A Conversation with Kwame Alexander
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to announce Kwame Alexander will virtually visit Hope College as a result of a collaborative effort of several Hope organizations: NEA Big Read Lakeshore\, Black Student Union\, Center for Diversity and Inclusion\, Tensen Writing Fund\, Cultural Affairs Committee\, Education Department and Jack Ridl Visiting Writers Series. Kwame Alexander is a distinguished poet\, educator and author\, known for his works bringing attention to the experiences of Black lives in America. This event will take place as part of a Black History Month initiative at Hope College. Alexander will discuss a variety of topics including his newest book Light for the World to See: A Thousand Words on Race and Hope.\n\n\nKwame Alexander is a poet\, educator\, and New York Times Bestselling author of 28 books\, including THE UNDEFEATED\, SWING\, and REBOUND\, the follow-up to the NEWBERY medal-winning novel\, THE CROSSOVER. His story is not a rags to riches story\, but it is a story of starting at ground zero as a resourceful writer and business man who sold books out of his car and at Farmer’s Markets\, to becoming an expert in engaging young audiences for companies like Nike\, ESPN\, Sesame Street\, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt\, and Follett. A regular contributor to NPR’s Morning Edition\, Kwame is the recipient of numerous awards\, including The Coretta Scott King Author Honor\, The Lee Bennett Hopkins Poetry Prize\, Three NAACP Image Award Nominations\, and the 2017 Inaugural Pat Conroy Legacy Award. Kwame is the co-founder of L.E.A.P.\, an international literacy empowerment organization that built the Barbara E. Memorial Library and Health Clinic in the eastern region of Ghana\, and the founder of VERSIFY\, an imprint of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt which publishes books that will engage\, entertain\, and empower young people to imagine a better world.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/light-for-the-world-to-see-a-conversation-with-kwame-alexander/
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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LOCATION:https://www.youtube.com/HopeCollege
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20201016T180630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T225045Z
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SUMMARY:Whaling Captains of Color: America's First Meritocracy with Skip Finley
DESCRIPTION:Join Herrick District Library for an intimate conversation with Skip Finley\, author of Whaling Captains of Color: America’s First Meritocracy. Whaling was the first American industry to diversify\, and a man got to be captain not because he was white or well connected\, but because he knew how to kill a whale. Along the way he would also learn how to read and write. Working with archival records at whaling museums\, in libraries\, from private archives and studying hundreds of books and thesis\, Finley culls the best stories from the lives of over 50 Whaling Captains of Color. \nTo learn more and register visit: Herrick District Libary 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/whaling-captains-of-color-americas-first-meritocracy-with-skip-finley/
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Middle Read
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201119T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20201013T235954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T213842Z
UID:530-1605816000-1605819600@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Hope College Alumni and Friends Book Discussion - In the Heart of the Sea
DESCRIPTION:Gather with Hope College alumni and friends from the Lakeshore community and the world to discuss In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick. Sara Sanchez-Timmer (‘12)\, local English teacher\, will guide this virtual discussion through thoughtful and thought-provoking questions about history\, sustainability\, ethics and more!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/hope-college-alumni-and-friends-book-discussion-in-the-heart-of-the-sea/
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Middle Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/hope-college-alumni-and-friends-book-discussion-in-the-heart-of-the-sea/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20201013T235445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201117T185702Z
UID:520-1605812400-1605816000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Rescue\, Rehab\, Release: A Backstage Tour of Clearwater Marine Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:Dolphin Tale and Dolphin Tale 2 told the amazing true stories of dolphins\, Winter and Hope. Their stories inspired people around the world! Our Lakeshore community gets a special backstage tour of the place that inspired it all\, and where the movies were filmed. We can’t wait to meet the residents of Clearwater Marine Aquarium and hear about their mission of rescuing\, rehabbing and releasing! Winter might even make a special appearance too!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/rescue-rehab-release-a-backstage-tour-of-clearwater-marine-aquarium/
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Little Read,Middle Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/rescue-rehab-release-a-backstage-tour-of-clearwater-marine-aquarium/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20201013T164929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201026T133913Z
UID:428-1605639600-1605643200@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Whales\, Whaling\, and Sailing with Ger Tysk
DESCRIPTION:The whaling industry looks a lot different today than it did back in the time of the Essex! Join Ger Tysk\, Sailor and Whaling Historian\, as we review the history of whaling in Nantucket and how it has evolved over time. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/whales-whaling-and-sailing-with-ger-tysk/
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Little Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/whales-whaling-and-sailing-with-ger-tysk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20201013T232355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201116T200202Z
UID:470-1605553200-1605556800@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure: Ross Richardson
DESCRIPTION:Journey to the waters off the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Northern Lake Michigan and join author and shipwreck hunter Ross Richardson in exploring the histories and mysteries of the Manitou Passage\, one of the deadliest areas on the Great Lakes. An undiscovered fleet of shipwrecked ghost-ships lies off that rugged coast\, just waiting to be found. Learn their stories and explore a newly discovered mystery sailing ship thought to be one of the most intact shipwrecks on the planet. \n\nRegister on Herrick District Library’s Website.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/manitou-mysteries-shipwreck-adventure-ross-richardson/
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/manitou-mysteries-shipwreck-adventure-ross-richardson/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201112T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20201013T235430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T182325Z
UID:238-1605211200-1605214800@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Books as Windows and Mirrors: The Importance of Reading Diverse Books
DESCRIPTION:In 1990 Rudine Bishop said “Books are sometimes windows\, offering views of worlds that may be real or imagined\, familiar or strange. These windows are also sliding glass doors\, and readers have only to walk through in imagination to become part of whatever world has been created and recreated by the author. When lighting conditions are just right\, however\, a window can also be a mirror. Literature transforms human experience and reflects it back to us\, and in that reflection we can see our own lives and experiences as part of the larger human experience.”. At this interactive zoom event\, you’ll get a chance to hear from a panel of community literature experts as they reflect on the diverse middle grade and young adult books they love and encourage others to read. Our program is delighted to have Dr. Regan Postma-Montano (Hope College Spanish and English professor)\, Dr. Jesus Montano (Hope English professor)\, Alex Zhou (Zeeland Christian Schools\, Mandarin teacher) and Becca VanWeerdhuizen (West Ottawa High School Librarian) lead this discussion. \nThis event is sponsored by Readers World.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/books-as-windows-and-mirrors-the-importance-of-reading-diverse-books-panel-discussion-2/
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Little Read,Middle Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/books-as-windows-and-mirrors-the-importance-of-reading-diverse-books-panel-discussion-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20201013T170250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T182215Z
UID:438-1605207600-1605211200@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Behind the book: Researching with Nathaniel Philbrick by Michael Dyer
DESCRIPTION:Was the behavior of the whale that sunk the whaleship Essex rare? How did the whaling Industry impact the whale population? Join Micheal Dyer\, Curator of Maritime History at New Bedford Whaling Museum\, as he dives into discussions of whales and whaling. We are looking forward to hearing what it was like helping Nathaniel Philbrick with his research!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/behind-the-book-researching-with-nathaniel-philbrick-by-michael-dyer/
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/behind-the-book-researching-with-nathaniel-philbrick-by-michael-dyer/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20201013T170744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T230040Z
UID:443-1605205800-1605209400@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Big Read Lakeshore Teen/Tween Book Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Calling all young adult readers! Participate in a Teen/Tween Book Discussion at Loutit District Library by discussing the young readers edition of In the Heart of the Sea.  \nVisit Loutit Library to register and learn more.  \n  \n 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/big-read-lakeshore-teen-tween-book-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Little Read,Middle Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/big-read-lakeshore-teen-tween-book-discussion/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20201013T164244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T182111Z
UID:421-1605121200-1605124800@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Q and A with Skip Finley
DESCRIPTION:Join Skip Finley\, author of Whaling Captains of Color for a live Q&A with Hope College’s very own Professor Emeritus John Yelding. Together\, they will talk about Finley’s extensive research on whaling captains of color and how whaling was the first American industry to exhibit any diversity.  \nThis event is sponsored by Hope College’s Center for Diversity and Inclusion.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/q-and-a-with-skip-finley/
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/q-and-a-with-skip-finley/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201111T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T193955
CREATED:20201013T161801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T165018Z
UID:417-1605110400-1605114000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:In the Heart of the Sea Book Discussion with Bookman Book Store
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss out on your opportunity to be at one of our many book discussions! Our friends at The Bookman bookstore in Grand Haven warmly welcome you to join them in talking about In the Heart of the Sea. https://bookmanbookstore.indielite.org/
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/in-the-heart-of-the-sea-book-discussion-with-bookman-book-store/
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/in-the-heart-of-the-sea-book-discussion-with-bookman-book-store/
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