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SUMMARY:Silent Book Club\, Read Local
DESCRIPTION:GR Lit Fest is excited to partner with Silent Book Club and Speciation Cellars to host a silent reading event focused on reading local authors. \nCome on out to Speciation Cellars to check out the Adult Book Fair full of local authors! Grab a delicious drink or food from the food truck before sitting down with other readers to get lost in a great book. \nThis is a free event\, but an RSVP is appreciated. Click Here
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/silent-reading-club-read-local/
LOCATION:Speciation Cellars\, 928 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="GR Lit Fest":MAILTO:grlitfest@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Adult Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the close of the GRLitFest with an adult book fair hosted at Speciation Cellars! \nWe’ll be packing Speciation’s lot FULL of local authors’ books for readers to browse and buy. Adult beverages available from Speciation\, and delicious food provided by Patty Matters food truck. \nFeatured Authors\n\nJ. Arens\nLindsay Clement\nCaitlin Cowen\nSteph CR\nWendy Day\nWill C. Deman\nAlex Ebenstein\nSylvia Hubbard\nRachel Hubert\nLeAnn Kelley\nSamantha Moran\nVincent Moyet\nHeather Picardat\nLaUra Schmidt and Aimee Lewis Reau\nLynne Schmidt\nMartin Shoemaker\nAllison Spooner\nChris Tallon\nMeika Usher\nMaude Winters\nTroy Wymer\n\nAn RSVP is not required\, but is appreciated. Click Here
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/book-fair/
LOCATION:Speciation Cellars\, 928 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="GR Lit Fest":MAILTO:grlitfest@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Silent Book Club\, Park Edition
DESCRIPTION:GR Lit Fest is excited to Partner with Silent Book Club and Friends of GR Parks to host a Silent Reading event that’s focused on reading outdoors. \nCome on out to Wilcox Park to enjoy the sunshine and stretch out on the grass with a good book in the company of other readers. \nRSVP is not required\, but appreciated: Click Here
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/silent-reading-club-park-edition/
LOCATION:Wilcox Park\, 100 Youell Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="GR Lit Fest":MAILTO:grlitfest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250621T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250621T123000
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SUMMARY:Children’s Story Hour with a Queen
DESCRIPTION:What better way to celebrate Pride and the GR Lit Fest than with a children’s story hour? And Luz De La Rica is helping us do it in style\, too. Stop by Black Dog Used Books & Records before heading downtown for the Pride Festival! \nLuz De La Rica will begin reading at 11:30. Be sure to browse the shelves before or after the event for some amazing finds. \nRSVP is not necessary\, but appreciated: Click Here \nComing July 2025\nR. R. Tavárez is a writer\, too! Drag Queen Preacher is a deep reflection on being. In poetic snapshots\, R. R. Tavárez—pastor\, urban farmer\, artist\, advocate\, drag queen—reveals the complexities and rich beauties of a multi-faceted identity. \nRead more…
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/childrens-story-hour-with-a-queen/
LOCATION:Black Dog Books & Records\, 959 Fulton St E\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="GR Lit Fest":MAILTO:grlitfest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250620T200000
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SUMMARY:Poetry Reading with the Grand River Poetry Collective
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThere’s no fee for entry or joining the collective. We’re looking forward to seeing you at the Wealthy Theatre Annex! \nThis event is free to attend\, but please RSVP: Click Here \nThe Grand River Poetry Collective has organized more poetry events to create a GR Poetry . . . is LIT! day-long poetry festival! A full schedule can be found here: GR Poetry . . . is LIT Schedule
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/poetry-reading-grand-river-poetry-collective/
LOCATION:Wealthy Theatre Annex\, 1110 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506
CATEGORIES:Author Reading,Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="GR Lit Fest":MAILTO:grlitfest@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250620T210000
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SUMMARY:GR Poetry... is LIT!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Grand River Poetry Collective and GR-MiFi for an all day affair of community\, culture\, and creative expression! \nThrough workshops\, pop-up performances\, interactive discussions\, and activities centered around storytelling and narrative justice\, we hope to connect and inspire creators from all walks of life. This is a family-friendly event\, and families are encouraged to RSVP for the morning reception and family oral history booth. \nView Full Schedule and RSVP Here
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/gr-poetry-is-lit/
LOCATION:Wealthy Theatre Annex\, 1110 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Read-a-long Play
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to partner with Midtown Neighborhood Association\, Sylvan Learning Center\, and Fulton Street Market for THE PLAYGROUNDgr’s bibliotherapy session featuring How Are You Peeling. This adorable children’s book discusses foods with moods. \nThe first 100 families through the door will receive a free copy of the children’s book!
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/childrens-reading-bibliotherapy/
LOCATION:Fulton Street Market\, 1145 Fulton St E\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="GR Lit Fest":MAILTO:grlitfest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250619T110000
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Children’s Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join GR Lit Fest for a Juneteenth Children’s Story Hour at the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives!
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/childrens-reading/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives\, 87 Monroe Center St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="GR Lit Fest":MAILTO:grlitfest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250618T200000
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SUMMARY:Youth Poetry Night & Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to offer an evening of verse by young poets with the GRCCT\, the Diatribe\, and Grand Rapids Poet Laureate Christine Stephens-Krieger! \nBook Fair Authors\n\nCynthia Beach\nAlby Blazo\nCassidy Clarke\nMichael Farrell\nMaryann Lesert\nLisa McAllister\nTuyetNhi\nAmy Piper\n…and more!\n\nThis event is free to attend\, but please RSVP. Click Here \nGR Poetry . . . is LIT!\nThe Grand River Poetry Collective has organized more poetry events to create a GR Poetry . . . is LIT! day-long poetry festival on June 20th! A full schedule can be found here: GR Poetry . . . is LIT Schedule
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/youth-poetry/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Center for Community Transformation\, 1530 Madison Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="GR Lit Fest":MAILTO:grlitfest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250617T190000
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SUMMARY:Author Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Featured authors for this event include: YOU! \nGR Lit Fest is excited to partner with The Nightwatch Lounge to host an Author Happy Hour! Come on out for a drink and celebrate that you’re an author. It doesn’t matter if you’re pre-published or published\, traditional or indie. This night is for you. \nThis event is 21+ and there is a 1 drink minimum. \nThe Nightwatch Lounge is located inside The Plaza Apartments. An RSVP is not required\, but appreciated: Click Here
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/author-happy-hour/
LOCATION:The Nightwatch Lounge\, 201 Fulton St W\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="GR Lit Fest":MAILTO:grlitfest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250617T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250617T120000
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SUMMARY:Kids’ Story Hour with Imagination Library
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the park pavilion for a children’s story hour with the Imagination Library and youth readers! This event will include English and Spanish readings. \nThank you to our partners at the Imagination Library and Friends of GR Parks for making this event possible. \nThis event will occur rain or shine. \nRSVP is not required\, but appreciated: Click Here
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/kids-story-hour-with-imagination-station/
LOCATION:Roberto Clemente Park\, 546 Rumsey St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="GR Lit Fest":MAILTO:grlitfest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250616T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250616T210000
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CREATED:20250519T210155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250607T020649Z
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SUMMARY:Books & Buzzers: A Literary Game Show Experience
DESCRIPTION:The Grand Rapids Game Show Experience with GR Lit Fest\nA Night of Literary Trivia Like Never Before! \nThis isn’t your average pub trivia night- It’s Jeopardy\, Wheel of Fortune\, and Family Feud LIVE with real buzzers\, lights\, and game show action! \nFrom Romance to classic lit\, from modern dystopian to teen angst\, it’s a battle of your book knowledge! \nBring a team or come solo and we’ll match you up. Whether you’re a bookworm\, word nerd\, or just love a good competition—this is your chapter to shine. \nReserve your free tickets now! Click Here \nPlease Note: This is a 21+ event.
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/lit-trivia/
LOCATION:Muse GR\, 727 Leonard St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="GR Lit Fest":MAILTO:grlitfest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250616T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250616T180000
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CREATED:20250316T231344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T131153Z
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SUMMARY:GR Lit Fest Kick Off
DESCRIPTION:We’re so excited to kickoff this inaugural Lit Fest with you! \nCome check out some amazing K-12 authors\, fantastic painters\, musicians\, and Dolly Parton’s Library. This is a family-friendly event\, and we can’t wait to celebrate this momentous beginning with you. \nThis event will occur rain or shine. \nAuthors include:\n\nKari Carr\nJean Davis\nAlex Ebenstein\nMelanie Martin\nM.D. LaBelle\nGeorgia Ann Moss\nDonovan M. Neal\nCindy Williams Schrauben\n\nThis event is free to attend! RSVP is not required\, but appreciated: Click Here
URL:https://grlitfest.com/event/gr-lit-fest-kick-off/
LOCATION:Sixth Street Park\, 647 Monroe NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="GR Lit Fest":MAILTO:grlitfest@gmail.com
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