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SUMMARY:Talk\, Read\, and Sing in Everyday Places
DESCRIPTION:Little Read/Mini Read book give away\, Family Fun and Talking is Teaching Scavenger Hunts\, visit www.muskegonisd.org/earlychildhood/rero/calender-events for details\, or text or call 231-299-0182
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/talk-read-and-sing-in-everyday-places/
LOCATION:Muskegon Apple Goodwill Retail Store\, 1501 E Apple Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Little Read,Mini Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231104T090000
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UID:24139-1699088400-1699092000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Dancing Through the Pages at Hope College: Change Sings!
DESCRIPTION:StrikeTime Dance Theatre will celebrate Amanda Gorman’s\, Change Sings\, A Children’s Anthem. Through dance and music\, this interactive performance invites the audience to join in and embrace community and one’s individual voice. The audience will experience themes of change\, hope\, dream\, unity and love. We can hear change coming. Won’t you dance along?
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/dancing-through-the-pages-change-sings/
LOCATION:Hope College\, Dow Center\, Studio 207 168 E 13th Street Holland\, MI 49423
CATEGORIES:Little Read
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231104T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T171402Z
UID:24227-1699092000-1699095600@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Animal Sounds: Little Read Lakeshore
DESCRIPTION:Animals communicate in amazing ways! They can change colors\, make themselves bigger\, use smells\, and they can make some silly sounds! Join us as we learn about the different sounds we can hear from our animal friends and some other amazing communication techniques. \nWe are partnering with the Little Read Lakeshore (https://neabigreadlakeshore) for this conservation program to go along with the book Change Sings by Amanda Gorman. \nSuggested age range: 5-12 yo \nRegistration is not required\, but appreciated. The first 10 families to arrive receive a free copy of Change Sings (one book per household). \nFee: FREE – sponsored by the Little Read Lakeshore
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/animal-sounds-little-read-lakeshore/
LOCATION:Outdoor Discovery Center 5675 142nd Ave. Holland\, MI 49423
CATEGORIES:Little Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230926T165549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T165549Z
UID:24365-1699095600-1699099200@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Lunch with The New Kid
DESCRIPTION:Join other local students to eat pizza and talk about the graphic novel The New Kid by Jerry Craft. Free copy of the book for the first 10 kids to register. 25 kids; https://www.wlclib.org/calendar#/events/
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/lunch-with-the-new-kid/
LOCATION:White Lake Community Library\, 3900 White Lake Dr.\, Whitehall\, MI\, 49461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Middle Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231104T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230907T235742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T170147Z
UID:24141-1699101000-1699110000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Dancing Through the Pages at the SCA: Change Sings!
DESCRIPTION:StrikeTime Dance Theatre will celebrate Amanda Gorman’s\, Change Sings\, A Children’s Anthem.  \nThrough dance and music\, this interactive performance invites the audience to join in and embrace community and one’s individual voice. The audience will experience themes of change\, hope\, dream\, unity and love. We can hear change coming. Won’t you dance along? \nTo compliment the performance\, afterwards families will be invited to engage in hands-on art-making activities\, movement and story together. This event is suitable for all families with elementary aged children. \nRegistration required at SCA website. \nOne General Admission ticket is good for a maximum of 4 attendees. After selecting your ticket on the SCA website\, you will be able to add up to 4 attendee names. Please purchase an additional ticket at $5 each for each additional guest. \n 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/dancing-through-the-pages-change-sings-showing-2/
LOCATION:Saugatuck Center for the Arts\, 400 Culver Street\, Saugatuck\, MI\, 49453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Little Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231104T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231104T183000
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CREATED:20231002T164633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T164633Z
UID:24525-1699115400-1699122600@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Genealogy Series: Going Home with Homegoing: Discover Your Roots Chapter 3: Coming Full Circle--Genealogy using Physical Resources
DESCRIPTION:Round out your genealogy experience and join us for a presentation on genealogy research using physical resources at the Hackley District Library. This presentation from the Muskegon County Genealogical Society will include a tour of Torrent House and a demonstration of how to use a microfilm machine. Attendees will also get a chance to get crafty and create a family tree they can take home!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/genealogy-series-going-home-with-homegoing-discover-your-roots-chapter-3-coming-full-circle-genealogy-using-physical-resources/
LOCATION:Hackley Public Library\, 316 W Webster Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231113
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T163807Z
UID:24180-1699225200-1699829999@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Mini Read Lakeshore Storywalk: The More We Get Together
DESCRIPTION:Take a StoryWalk® in Grand Haven’s Central Park! While you enjoy the short stroll\, read “The More We Get Together” by Celeste Cortright in English or Spanish. Pages from this beautifully illustrated picture book will be posted on signs along the path for your family to read together – along with ideas for things to look for and do as you walk!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/mini-read-lakeshore-storywalk-the-more-we-get-together/
LOCATION:Grand Haven Central Park\, Washington Ave. & Fifth St.\, Grand Haven\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mini Read
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231107T213000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T170037Z
UID:24367-1699345800-1699392600@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Baby Storytime: The More We Get Together by Celeste Cortright
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a reading of “The More We Get Together” and explore early literacy skills like stories\, bouncing\, and music! For children ages 0-18 months with a caregiver.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/baby-storytime-the-more-we-get-together-by-celeste-cortright/
LOCATION:Herrick District Library – North Branch
CATEGORIES:Mini Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231107T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230926T170446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T170446Z
UID:24369-1699349400-1699353000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:The More We Get Together: A Musical Adventure with Allegan County Play-and-Learn
DESCRIPTION:Come listen to our Mini Read book put to music!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/the-more-we-get-together-a-musical-adventure-with-allegan-county-play-and-learn/
LOCATION:Dorr Townhip Libary Community Room
CATEGORIES:Mini Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231107T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T170725Z
UID:24372-1699351200-1699354800@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Parallels Art Gallery Walk and Book Discussion at the KAM
DESCRIPTION:Charles Mason\, KAM director\, will lead a gallery walk of the Focus Exhibition Parallels after which there will be a book discussion of Homegoing.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/parallels-art-gallery-walk-and-book-discussion-at-the-kam/
LOCATION:Kruizenga Art Museum 271 Columbia Ave\, Holland\, MI 49423
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231107T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230926T171100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T171100Z
UID:24374-1699369200-1699376400@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Celebrating Pan Africa Student Association at Hope College
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the Big Read and in partnership with Hope’s Center for Diversity and Inclusion and the Kruizenga Art Museum this event will feature the Motherland Culture Connections who will showcase different African cultures by performing music\, dancing\, and spoken word. After this presentation\, the audience will walk over to the KAM for a small kick-off reception for the Parallels Art Exhibit.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/celebrating-pan-africa-student-association-at-hope-college/
LOCATION:Hope College Maas Auditorium 264 Columbia Ave Holland\, MI 49423
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231107T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230926T171320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T171320Z
UID:24377-1699376400-1699380000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Herrick Library’s North Branch Art Project Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The collaborative art piece created by participants of our North Branch Art Project will be unveiled at a special gallery celebration. Join us to learn about this month-long series\, meet the young artists\, and view both individual and group projects. Funding for this event is made possible in part by a grant from the Michigan Humanities\, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Arts.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/herrick-librarys-north-branch-art-project-celebration/
LOCATION:Herrick District Library – North Branch
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231217
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230925T191006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T191203Z
UID:24315-1699398000-1702767599@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Parallels: African and African American Art
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Kruizenga Museum to explore the juxtaposed African and African American works aesthetically and historically in the exhibition “Parallels.” Immerse yourself in the themes and issues raised by Homegoing and the other books that are part of Big Read through art. Go here to see pieces in the exhibit.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/parallels-african-and-african-american-art/
LOCATION:271 Columbia Ave Holland\, MI 49423\, 271 Columbia Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231108T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231108T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230929T150544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T150544Z
UID:24389-1699432200-1699435800@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime: Change Sings by Amanda Gorman
DESCRIPTION:Come read Change Sings at Herrick North Branch Library\, and explore early literacy skills by sharing stories\, singing\, and other activities!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/preschool-storytime-change-sings-by-amanda-gorman/
LOCATION:Herrick District Library – North Branch
CATEGORIES:Little Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230917T011354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T194037Z
UID:24177-1699466400-1699470000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Fables\, Folklore\, and Legends Night
DESCRIPTION:Throughout Homegoing\, characters exchange fables\, folklore\, and beliefs. How are fables and folklore connected to belief throughout the novel? What forms of belief are depicted in the book and what purpose do these beliefs seem to serve for the characters? We will also share Michigan urban legends; what do our own stories and legends say about us?
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/folklore-and-legends-night/
LOCATION:Cook Library\, Western Theological Seminary\, 101 E. 13th St.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Middle Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230929T150923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T150923Z
UID:24391-1699518600-1699522200@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime: The More We Get Together by Celeste Cortright
DESCRIPTION:Come read The More We Get Together\, and explore early literacy skills with fingerplays\, songs\, and stories! For ages 18mos-3 with a caregiver.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/toddler-storytime-the-more-we-get-together-by-celeste-cortright/
LOCATION:Herrick District Library – North Branch
CATEGORIES:Mini Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230926T171823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T150224Z
UID:24379-1699522200-1699525800@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Little Read Lakeshore and Play for Preschool
DESCRIPTION:Join us to read Change Sings and participate in an accompanying craft!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/little-read-lakeshore-and-play-for-preschool/
LOCATION:Allegan District Library\, 331 Hubbard St\, Allegan\, MI\, 49010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mini Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230929T151249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T151249Z
UID:24393-1699540200-1699545600@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Freestyle Crafts: NEA Big Read Lakeshore Edition
DESCRIPTION:Kick off a Community Art project by creating your own art inspired by any of the NEA Big Read Lakeshore books that will be added to a larger display! Can’t make it? No worries. We will have supplies out through Novmeber 25th for you make your contribution!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/freestyle-crafts-nea-big-read-lakeshore-edition/
LOCATION:loutit district library\, 407 Columbus Avenue\, Grand Haven\, MI\, 49417\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230929T152410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T152410Z
UID:24401-1699549200-1699552800@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Book Discussion: Homegoing
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Hope College students—join Sara Sanchez\, Resident Director of Scott Hall\, and the Phelps Scholars program in discussing Homegoing!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/book-discussion-homegoing-6/
LOCATION:Scott Hall\, 113 East 13th St.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230929T151754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T151754Z
UID:24395-1699552800-1699556400@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Book Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Saugatuck-Douglas District Library to discuss a book. All are welcome.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/book-discussion/
LOCATION:Saugatuck-Douglas District Library\, 174 Center St\, Douglas\, MI\, 49406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Middle Read
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230929T153157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T193632Z
UID:24405-1699552800-1699558200@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Byron Borger: Why Reading Widely Matters
DESCRIPTION:Join Byron Borger\, a bookstore owner from Pennsylvania\, as he discusses the subject of literature and why it matters\, especially now in today’s society.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/byron-borger-why-literature-matters-more-than-ever-today/
LOCATION:Winants Auditorium\, Graves Hall\, Hope College\, 263 College Avenue\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Middle Read
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230929T153544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T193309Z
UID:24410-1699725600-1699729200@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Hope College Presents The Fall Jazz Concert
DESCRIPTION:Come to this annual Hope College event and enjoy performances: \nTHE JAZZ ARTS COLLECTIVE (JAZZ ENSEMBLE BIG BAND)  \nSTEPS AHEAD COMBO  \nJAZZ GUITAR COMBO
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/hope-college-fall-jazz-concert/
LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Concert Hall\, Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read,Little Read,Middle Read
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231113T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230929T153829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T153829Z
UID:24416-1699893000-1699902000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Homegoing Discussion and Author Livestream
DESCRIPTION:Discuss Yaa Gyasi’s book Homegoing & learn about family history resources at White Lake Community Library Mon.\, Nov. 13th\, at 5:30pm. At 7pm\, watch the livestream of Gyasi’s Hope College talk.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/homegoing-discussion-and-author-livestream/
LOCATION:White Lake Community Library\, 3900 White Lake Dr.\, Whitehall\, MI\, 49461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230929T154100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T154100Z
UID:24421-1699894800-1699902000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Homegoing Book Club Discussion and Livestream with Author Yaa Gyasi
DESCRIPTION:We’ll discuss the book “Homegoing” at 6:00 pm\, followed by a live stream of author Yaa Gyasi’s talk at Hope College at 7:00 pm.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/homegoing-book-club-discussion-and-livestream-with-author-yaa-gyasi/
LOCATION:loutit district library\, 407 Columbus Avenue\, Grand Haven\, MI\, 49417\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230907T221129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230916T205611Z
UID:24124-1699898400-1699902000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Yaa Gyasi Author Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Born in Ghana and raised in Alabama\, Gyasi will reflect on the personal experiences that inspired her to write her breathtaking debut novel Homegoing and explore the complexities and intersections of African immigrant and African-American identities in the United States today.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/yaa-gyasi-author-conversation/
LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Concert Hall\, Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20230929T154929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T154929Z
UID:24424-1699898400-1699902000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Yaa Gyasi Watch Party
DESCRIPTION:Can’t attend the author event in Holland\, MI? Join a livestream event at Allegan District Library\, Saugatuck-Douglas District Library\, or Georgetown Township Library!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/yaa-gyasi-watch-party/
LOCATION:Allegan District Library\, Saugatuck-Douglas District Library\, and Georgetown Township Library\, Allegan: 331 Hubbard St. Allegan\, MI; Saugatuck-Douglas: 174 Center St. Douglas\, MI; Georgetown: 1525 Baldwin St. Jenison\, MI\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231114T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20231002T032336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T184624Z
UID:24490-1699952400-1699956000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Freedom Village Book Discussion: Homegoing
DESCRIPTION:Hope College English Education Students visit Freedom Village to have a book discussion of our Big Read Book\, Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi. Open to Freedom Village Residents only.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/freedom-village-book-discussion-homegoing/
LOCATION:145 Columbia Ave Holland\, MI 49423\, 145 Columbia Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231114T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20231002T161415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231007T111455Z
UID:24508-1699952400-1699956000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Jerry Craft Author Event for Students: I Make the Books I Wish I Had When I was a Kid
DESCRIPTION:Jerry’s presentation to middle and upper elementary school students will take kids on his journey from being a VERY reluctant reader to becoming a Newbery-Award-Winning author. Jerry loves kids and they can tell. He’s very attentive and interactive throughout his presentation\, sharing art and writing tips\, and will inspire them to never give up on anything they want to do. He will round out the presentation by drawing at the end and answering their questions!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/jerry-craft-author-event-i-make-the-books-i-wish-i-had-when-i-was-a-kid/
LOCATION:Jack H. Miller Concert Hall\, Hope College\, 221 Columbia Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Middle Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231114T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231114T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20231002T032937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T032937Z
UID:24501-1699954200-1699957800@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Lapsit Library: Read and Craft!
DESCRIPTION:Allegan District library celebrates our Mini Read book with a read aloud of The More We Get Together and a craft inspired by the book! All are welcome!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/lapsit-library-read-and-craft/
LOCATION:331 Hubbard St. Allegan\, MI 49010\, 331 Hubbard St\, Allegan\, MI\, 49010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mini Read
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231114T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231114T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152524
CREATED:20231002T031642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231007T111325Z
UID:24480-1699961400-1699965000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Jerry Craft school visit: "I Make the Books I Wish I Had When I was a Kid"
DESCRIPTION:Jerry visits Muskegon! His presentation takes students on his journey from being a VERY reluctant reader to becoming a Newbery-Award-Winning author. Through an interactive presentation\, Jerry will share art and writing tips with students. He rounds out the presentation with drawing and answering their questions!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/jerry-craft-school-visit-i-make-the-books-i-wish-i-had-when-i-was-a-kid-2/
LOCATION:Muskegon High School\, 545 N Roberts Rd\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Middle Read
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