Free event, but RSVP needed! RSVP HERE “Books are powerful. They can open your mind, give you language and understanding and, most importantly, give you the tools to change the world. This makes them a danger to those who are invested in keeping folks in the dark.” ~ Nicole Lintemuth, author of “This Book is ... Read more
We’ll meet up at Riverside Park to walk the trails and hear beautiful poetry by some of our local poets. Poets Include Kathleen McGookey Heather Picardat Caitlin Cowen Meeting Spot Enter the park at the Riverside Park Boat Launch #2 / Island Shelter entrance. At the last parking lot, we’ll meet by the restrooms and ... Read more
Join authors LaUra Schmidt and Aimee Lewis Reau as they discuss their book, How to Live in a Chaotic Climate. How to Live in a Chaotic Climate is a salve for these times, walking us through how to connect and stay open-hearted in deeply fragmented, disconnected times. The presentation will include a QandA at the ... Read more
NEW VENUE Due to predicted thunderstorms, this event will now be held at Tia’s Play Cafe. Author Sarah McCormick will reading her children’s book Ollie the Owl for a kids’ story hour! Join us for this special, family-friendly event. RSVP is not required but appreciated: Click Here
GR Lit Fest is excited to partner with Grand Rapids Civic Theater for a Spiritual and Inspirational Author Talk featuring Michael G. Farrell. The event will be held in the Grand Rapids Civic Theater Community Room. Please look for signs upon entering the building. RSVP is not required but appreciated: Click Here
The Grand River Poetry Collective will gather for a poetry reading and a Q&A at the Wealthy Theatre Annex, where several rooms will be “poetry activated.” Join your host Christine Stephens-Krieger, current Grand Rapids Poet Laureate, and get to know the new poetry collective in town. There’s no fee for entry or joining the collective. ... Read more
We’ll to walk the trails of Burton Woods and hear beautiful poetry by some of our local poets. Poets Include Lynne Schmidt Vincent Moyet Lisa McAllister Meeting Spot We’ll meet by the Jefferson entrance where there is more street parking. Right across from Garfield Park. These trails are not paved and we'll walk the path ... Read more