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SUMMARY:Michigan Indian Day 2024 Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Today is a day to recognize and honor the significant contributions that native american tribes have made throughout American history in Michigan.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/michigan-indian-day-2024-celebration/
LOCATION:Camp Jijak (Hopkins)\, 2558 20th St\, Hopkin\, MI\, 49328\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Great Gatsby Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ransom District Library for a night of 1920s fun with The Great Gatsby Movie! Dress in Jazz Era attire to fully embrace the feel of the 1920s. \nHors D’oeurves and refreshments will be available after the show!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/the-great-gatsby-movie-night/
LOCATION:Ransom District Library\, 180 S Sherwood Ave\, Plainwell\, MI\, 49080\, United States
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SUMMARY:Story Walk at Ottawa Sands: Dreamers
DESCRIPTION:Take a StoryWalk® at Dreamers! While you enjoy a hike in the woods\, read “Dreamers” by Yuyi Morales. 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! The story will be presented in English and Spanish. This Storywalk is in collaboration with Big Read Lakeshore and Ottawa County Parks. \n  \nThe story will be available during park open hours\, between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/story-walk-at-ottawa-sands-dreamers/
LOCATION:Ottawa Sands County Park\, 18153 N Shore Dr\, Spring Lake\, MI\, 49456\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201
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SUMMARY:Storywalk at Smith Ryerson Park
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a calm walk through Smith Ryerson Park while reading pages from Dreamers. \nThe park is open 5 AM-10 PM
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/storywalk-at-smith-ryerson-park/
LOCATION:Smith Ryerson Park\, 650 Wood St\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49442\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
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SUMMARY:Storywalk at White Lake Bike Trail
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a calm walk along White Lake Bike Trail while reading pages from Dreamers.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/storywalk-at-white-lake-bike-trail/
LOCATION:White Lake Bike Trail\, 3392-3404 W White Lake Dr\, Whitehall\, MI\, 49461\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241001T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241001T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224003Z
UID:25772-1727778600-1727782200@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:"Lets Talk About Love" Play and Learn-Caterpillar group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of playful learning! Learn about all different types of love with people from your community. Bring your loved ones for a morning full of joy and love!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/lets-talk-about-love-play-and-learn-caterpillar-group/
LOCATION:Allegan District Library\, 331 Hubbard St\, Allegan\, MI\, 49010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241001T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241001T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224049Z
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SUMMARY:Live at the Library: Gabriel Estrada and Isela Alvarez
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in authentic Mexican culture with the one-man Mariachi band Gabriel Estrada and Mexican Dancer Isela Alvarez. This program is part of the Big Read Lakeshore 2024 and has been inspired by Mexikid by Pedro Martin. All ages\, No Registration required.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/live-at-the-library-gabriel-estrada-and-isela-alvarez/
LOCATION:MADL North Muskegon Branch\, 1522 Ruddiman Dr\, North Muskegon\, MI\, 49445\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241001T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241001T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240823T152042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224139Z
UID:26213-1727807400-1727811000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Teen Book Discussion: American Born Chinese by Yang
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting book discussion on “American Born Chinese” by Gene Luen Yang! This graphic novel explores themes of identity\, acceptance\, and cultural heritage. Whether you are new to graphic novels or a seasoned reader\, this book will captivate you with its engaging storytelling and thought-provoking themes. \nThis book is part of this year’s Big Read Lakeshore event series and a great way to celebrate the Freedom to Read! \nThe first five people to register and stop in the library to pick it up will get a free copy of American Born Chinese to keep. \nFor people in grades 7-12. \nRegistration is required and can be found on the Loutit District Library Website.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/teen-book-discussion-american-born-chinese-by-yang/
LOCATION:loutit district library\, 407 Columbus Avenue\, Grand Haven\, MI\, 49417\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241002T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240928T145004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T145004Z
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SUMMARY:Great Gatsby Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the party (and the book club) and have a grand time discussing The Great Gatsby.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/great-gatsby-book-club/
LOCATION:The Book Nook and Java Shop\, 8744 Ferry St.\, Montague\, MI\, 49437\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241002T200000
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SUMMARY:Cruisin' with the Library
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! Join The Big Read for this awesome cruise to kick off our series of Big Read Lakeshore events. We invite you to join us aboard the Aquastar as we cruise Muskegon Lake\, sample amazing cheese from the Cheese Lady\, and listen to Ellen Paulin of Tri-Cities Historical Museum as she delights us with the story of prohibition\, murder\, and the ghost of Kate Koopman. Adult beverages are available for purchase. This event is free\, but space is limited. 21 and up and registration is required. Also\, an HPL or MADL Library Card is required. 5:30 pm boarding. Cruise departs promptly at 6:00 pm. Registration is open from Sept 4 @ 6 pm to Oct 2 @ 6 pm and can be found on the MADL website linked to the right. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/cruisin-with-the-library-2/
LOCATION:Auquastar\, 560 Mart St\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241003T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241003T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224329Z
UID:25784-1727951400-1727955000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Morning Book Club (Adults)
DESCRIPTION:The Big Read and Muskegon Area District Library invite you to the morning book club! Gather and discuss the book of the month with fellow book lovers from your local community. Copies of the monthly selection are available at the library. New participants are always welcome! Adults\, No Registration Required. This event occurs in the conference room at the Norton Shores Branch of the MADL. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/morning-book-club-adults/
LOCATION:MADL Norton Shores Branch\, 705 Seminole Rd\, Norton Shores\, MI\, 49441\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241003T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241003T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240928T145153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T145153Z
UID:26343-1727951400-1727955000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Great Gatsby Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the party (and the book club) and have a grand time discussing The Great Gatsby.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/great-gatsby-book-club-2/
LOCATION:MADL Norton Shores Branch\, 705 Seminole Rd\, Norton Shores\, MI\, 49441\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241004T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241004T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224400Z
UID:25787-1728037800-1728041400@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:"Lets Talk About Love" Play and Learn-Butterfly Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of playful learning! Learn about all different types of love with people from your community. Bring your loved ones for a morning full of joy and love!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/lets-talk-about-love-play-and-learn-butterfly-group/
LOCATION:Allegan District Library\, 331 Hubbard St\, Allegan\, MI\, 49010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241004T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241004T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240928T145516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T145516Z
UID:26345-1728064800-1728070200@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Roaring 20's Trivia Extravagnaza (Adults)
DESCRIPTION:Let’s raise a glass (and a cup of joe!) to good times and even better trivia. Join us for a night of nostalgic fun at Community House Coffee (4095 Grand Haven Rd) where we’ll test your knowledge of the Jazz Age. From flapper fashions to the Charleston craze\, it’s gonna be a roaring good time! The team of 4 (or less) on top at the end of the night will receive gift cards. Don’t have a team of 4? No worries! We can make teams that night or you can play alone. Registration required. Registration is open from Sept 6 @ 6pm to Oct 4 @ 6pm
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/roaring-20s-trivia-extravagnaza-adults/
LOCATION:Community House Coffee\, 4095 Grand Haven Rd\, Norton Shores\, MI\, 49441\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241007T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224510Z
UID:25789-1728324000-1728333000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Art Deco Stained Glass (Session 1)
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what it would be like to make stained glass? Have you ever wanted to make stained glass? Join the Big Read Team and learn to create an Art Deco-inspired stained glass design. Two templates will be provided along with a selection of colorful glass to choose from. This project is designed for beginners and may require an additional 1-on-1 appointment with Groundworks. (This program uses sharp tools and hot irons. It is best suited to adults.)
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/art-deco-stained-glass-session-1/
LOCATION:Herrick District Library\, 300 South River\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240928T150205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T150205Z
UID:26351-1728381600-1728385200@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Mini Read Pop Up
DESCRIPTION:For Ages 0-5. Come and get a free copy of the Little or Mini read books this year\, and have fun with crafts\, scavenger hunts\, storytime\, and more!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/mini-read-pop-up/
LOCATION:Women\, Infants\, and Children (WIC)\, 1903 Marquette Ave\, Door 29\, Muskegon\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224612Z
UID:25795-1728383400-1728387000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:"Lets Talk About Love" Play and Learn-Butterfly Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of playful learning! Learn about all different types of love with people from your community. Bring your loved ones for a morning full of joy and love!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/lets-talk-about-love-play-and-learn-butterfly-group-2/
LOCATION:Dorr Township Library\, 1804 Sunset Dr\, Dorr\, MI\, 49323\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224658Z
UID:25797-1728388800-1728396000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Tissue Paper Butterfly Suncatcher Making
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Big Read with us and create a beautiful mosaic butterfly suncatcher that you can take home and hang in your window. Show your creativity in making this suncatcher using tissue paper squares. Listen to the featured book Dreamers by Yuyi Morales. What is your story? How do you tell it? Registration is required\, but you can drop in anytime between 12:00-2:00. Registration is open from Sept 10 @ 12 pm to Oct 8 @ 12 pm and can be found on the MADL website. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/tissue-paper-butterfly-suncatcher-making/
LOCATION:MADL Montague Branch\, 8778 Ferry St # 2\, Montague\, MI\, 49437\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224720Z
UID:25800-1728401400-1728405000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Teen Junk Journal
DESCRIPTION:Join the Big Read for an afternoon of junk journaling and crafting! \nTeens and tweens in 6-12th grade\, use a variety of materials to tell your story at this Big Read Lakeshore event and make your own Junk Journal. Your journal can be used as an everyday log of your day\, your thoughts\, or as a record of special moments. Registration required. Registration is open from Sept 10 @ 3:30 pm to Oct 8 @ 3:30 pm.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/teen-junk-journal/
LOCATION:MADL North Muskegon Branch\, 1522 Ruddiman Dr\, North Muskegon\, MI\, 49445\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240928T145859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T145859Z
UID:26348-1728410400-1728414000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Great Gatsby Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the party (and the book club) and have a grand time discussing The Great Gatsby.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/great-gatsby-book-club-3/
LOCATION:Pigeon Hill Brewing Company\, 895 4th St\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T155918Z
UID:25802-1728410400-1728417600@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Little Read Teacher workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Little Read hosts an event with teachers participating in our programming. This event will be a workshop focusing on the Little Read books for this year.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/little-read-teacher-workshop/
LOCATION:Hope College Maas Auditorium\, 264 Columbia Ave\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224817Z
UID:25793-1728410400-1728419400@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Art Deco Stained Glass (Session 2)
DESCRIPTION:Come back for night two! \nLearn to make an Art Deco-inspired stained glass design. Two templates will be provided along with a selection of colorful glass to choose from. This project is designed for beginners and may require an additional 1-on-1 appointment with Groundworks to complete. (This program uses sharp tools and hot irons. It is best suited to adults.)
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/art-deco-stained-glass-session-2/
LOCATION:Herrick District Library\, 300 South River\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241009T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241009T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224846Z
UID:25804-1728469800-1728473400@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:"Lets Talk About Love" Play and Learn-Caterpillar Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of playful learning! Learn about all different types of love with people from your community. Bring your loved ones for a morning full of joy and love!
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/lets-talk-about-love-play-and-learn-caterpillar-group-2/
LOCATION:Fennville District Library\, 400 W Main St\, Fennville\, MI\, 49408\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241009T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241009T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224906Z
UID:25806-1728477000-1728487800@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Tissue Paper Butterfly Suncatcher Making
DESCRIPTION:Come to our conference room to celebrate the Big Read with us and create a beautiful mosaic butterfly suncatcher that you can take home and hang in your window. Show your creativity in making this suncatcher using tissue paper squares. Listen to the featured book Dreamers by Yuyi Morales. What is your story? How do you tell it? Registration is required\, but drop in anytime between 12:00-3:00. Registration is Open from Sept 11 @ 12 pm to Oct 9 @ 12 pm and can be found on the MADL website. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/tissue-paper-butterfly-suncatcher-making-2/
LOCATION:MADL Holton Branch\, 8776 Holton-Duck Lake Rd\, Holton\, MI\, 49425\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241009T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241009T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224928Z
UID:25809-1728491400-1728498600@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Tissue Paper Butterfly Suncatcher Making
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Big Read with us and create a beautiful mosaic butterfly suncatcher that you can take home and hang in your window. Show your creativity in making this suncatcher using tissue paper squares. Listen to the featured book Dreamers by Yuyi Morales. What is your story? How do you tell it? Registration is required\, but drop in anytime between 4:30 and 6:30 PM. Registration is open from Sept 11 @ 4:30 to Oct 9 @ 4:30 and can be found on the MADL website. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/tissue-paper-butterfly-suncatcher-making-3/
LOCATION:MADL Muskegon Township Branch\, 910 E Apple Ave D\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49442\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241009T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224948Z
UID:25812-1728496800-1728502200@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Voices of Immigration: Muskegon's Story
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an event about immigration in Muskegon County! It’s a big topic in the news today\, and we’ll learn about how it’s impacted Muskegon County throughout history and what’s happening now. Imagine a big\, colorful quilt – that’s the story of immigration in Muskegon! Meet people who came here to make it their new home and hear why they made that amazing journey. MCC Anthropology Professor Evin Rodkey will explain why people move around the world in the first place. Hear from Read Muskegon and Centro de Esperanza\, who know a lot about what’s happening with immigration right now in our community. Finally\, chat with people from right here in Muskegon who know all about what it’s like to move to a new place. This is your chance to learn more about the stories and reasons why people come to Muskegon County. Don’t miss it! Registration required. Registration is open from Sept 11 @ 6 pm to Oct 9 @ 6 pm and can be found on the MADL website. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/voices-of-immigration-muskegons-story/
LOCATION:MADL Norton Shores Branch\, 705 Seminole Rd\, Norton Shores\, MI\, 49441\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241010T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T225024Z
UID:25814-1728576000-1728579600@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Teen Junk Journal
DESCRIPTION:Join the Big Read and local teens and tweens in 6-12th grade\, use a variety of materials to tell your story at this Big Read Lakeshore event\, and make your own Junk Journal. Your journal can be used as an everyday log of your day\, your thoughts\, or as a record of special moments. Registration required. Registration is open from Sept 12 @ 4 pm to Oct 10 @ 4 pm and can be found on the MADL website. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/teen-junk-journal-2/
LOCATION:MADL Montague Branch\, 8778 Ferry St # 2\, Montague\, MI\, 49437\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241011T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T225050Z
UID:25818-1728658800-1728666000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Tissue Paper Butterfly Suncatcher Making
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Big Read with us and create a beautiful mosaic butterfly suncatcher that you can take home and hang in your window. Show your creativity in making this suncatcher using tissue paper squares. Listen to the featured book Dreamers by Yuyi Morales. What is your story? How do you tell it? Registration is required\, but drop in anytime between 3:00-5:00. Registration is open from Sept 13 @ 3 pm to Oct 11 @ 3 pm and can be found on the MADL website linked the the right. 
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/tissue-paper-butterfly-suncatcher-making-4/
LOCATION:MADL Dalton Branch\, 3175 5th St\, Twin Lake\, MI\, 49457\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241012T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Urban Sketching
DESCRIPTION:Join the Big Read and Urban Sketchers West Michigan leader Marcia Schrotenboer will give an introduction to urban sketching\, a simple and exciting way to see the world\, one sketch at a time. Attendees will learn basic tips and techniques as well as begin their own zine. No sketching experience is necessary. Supplies will be provided.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/introduction-to-urban-sketching/
LOCATION:Herrick Distrct lbrary North Branch\, 155 Riley St\, Holland\, MI\, 49424\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241012T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241012T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T194348
CREATED:20240814T100008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T225141Z
UID:25825-1728730800-1728738000@bigreadlakeshore.com
SUMMARY:Million Milkweed Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Plant butterfly food! Winter sowing is a fun and easy way to get a jump start on the growing season. Melissa Eikenberry will present information about local plants needed by our winged friends. The library will provide the material needed to get the correct milkweed plants started. Register your plants in the challenge to reach the Million Milkweed goal. Registration required. Registration is open from Sept 14 @ 11 am to Oct 12 @ 11 am.
URL:https://bigreadlakeshore.com/event/million-milkweed-challenge-2/
LOCATION:MADL Dalton Branch\, 3175 5th St\, Twin Lake\, MI\, 49457\, United States
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