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    Juneteenth Children’s Story Hour

    Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives 87 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI

    Join GR Lit Fest for a Juneteenth Children’s Story Hour at the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives!

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    Spiritual and Inspirational Author Talk

    Grand Rapids Civic Theater 30 Division Ave N, Grand Rapids

    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

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    Horror & Thriller Author Panel

    Less Traveled 959 Cherry Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    We’re so excited to partner with Less Traveled to present you with a spine-tingling Horror and Thriller Author Panel! Bring all the questions haunting you about these intense genres. RSVP Required Click here to RSVP. Authors Include: Jessica Gomez Alex Ebenstein M.D. LaBelle Samantha Moran Please Note This is a 21+ event. The venue requires ... Read more

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    Mystery Author Panel

    Cellar Bird Books 415 Bridge St NW Suite B, Grand Rapids, MI

    This event is free to attend, but please RSVP. Click Here We’re excited to bring you an amazing panel of Mystery Authors to answer all of your burning questions about the genre. Or about writing itself. Authors include: J Arens Dwain Lee Wendy Day This panel is brought to you in partnership with the spectacular ... Read more

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    Read-a-long Play

    Fulton Street Market 1145 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    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. The first 100 families through the door will receive a free copy of the children’s book!

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    GR Poetry… is LIT!

    Wealthy Theatre Annex 1110 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    Join the Grand River Poetry Collective and GR-MiFi for an all day affair of community, culture, and creative expression! Through 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 ... Read more

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    Romance Author Panel

    Turnstiles 526 Stocking Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    Join us at Turnstiles, grab a drink and food, and get ready for an over the top night to fully appreciate the romance genre! Our night will begin with some Spicy Bingo hosted by the amazing Heather of Pages and Grapes, followed by a panel of awesome romance writers whom you can ask any question. ... Read more

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    Poetry Reading with the Grand River Poetry Collective

    Wealthy Theatre Annex 1110 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    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

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    Poetry in the Park at Burton Woods

    Burton Woods 2183 Jefferson Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    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

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    Children’s Story Hour with a Queen

    Black Dog Books & Records 959 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI

    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! Luz De La Rica will begin reading at 11:30. Be ... Read more

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    Silent Book Club, Park Edition

    Wilcox Park 100 Youell Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    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. Come 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. RSVP is ... Read more

  • 2-SLGBTQIA+ Author Panel

    Scorpion Hearts Club 1035 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    Space is Limited! Please RSVP: Click Here We’re excited to partner with Scorpion Hearts for a panel of queer authors. We’ll be discussing a sampling of queer experiences in sharing your story and existing within the publishing industry. Authors Include: Vico Black Meika Usher Jenna Weatherwax

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    Adult Book Fair

    Speciation Cellars 928 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    Celebrate the close of the GRLitFest with an adult book fair hosted at Speciation Cellars! We’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. Featured Authors J. Arens Lindsay Clement Caitlin Cowen Steph CR ... Read more

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    Silent Book Club, Read Local

    Speciation Cellars 928 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    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. Come 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 ... Read more

  • Spooky Open Mic Night and Book Sale

    Spooky Open Mic Night & Book Sale

    Pux Cider Taphouse 311 Fuller Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI

    GOT A SPOOKY STORY TO SHARE? GR LitFest, in partnership with The Twilight Traveler and Pux Taphouse, presents SPOOKY OPEN MIC NIGHT & BOOK FAIR! Writers are invited to share horror-themed poetry, stories, or excerpts of their work. Stories can be truth or fiction, but must be told within ten minutes. Arrive early to sign ... Read more

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    Dark Romance Galentine’s Day

    Pages & Grapes 1760 44th St SW Suite 6, Wyoming, MI, United States

    Turning Red from all the Pink? GR LitFest, in partnership with Pages & Grapes bookstore featuring Two Crowns, presents DARK ROMANCE GALENTINE’S DAY & BOOK FAIR! Galentine’s Day doesn’t have to be pink and fluffy. Step out for a dark and decadent night with your favorite gals. Sip local wine samples. Craft your own spell jars with Two Crowns. Procure ... Read more

  • Lyric Tree – Hip Hop Lyrics, A Capella, and Read as Poetry Event

    The Grey Rabbit 700 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    GR Lit Fest, WestMichiganHipHop.com, and Tales from Hip Hop present: Lyric Tree Conscious Hip Hop Lyrics, A Capella, and Read as Poetry A Capella Hip Hop Verses Hip Hop Verse Readings from Classic Conscious Songs Freestyle Raps (Off the Dome Flows) at the End of the Event! With a cappella verses from: Alfie Da Great ... Read more

  • GR Lit Fest Story Hour with Author Georgia Ann Moss

    Kids’ Story Hour with Author Georgia Ann Moss

    KDL - East Grand Rapids Branch 746 Lakeside Dr SE, East Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    Join author Georgia Ann Moss as she reads her children’s book Uncle Buddy for a kids’ story hour! About the Book Uncle Buddy is the story of one of the most cherished memories of Georgia’s childhood. This book introduces the world to her family members and the joyous times they had at her Grandmother Mary’s ... Read more

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    Fantasy & Sci-Fi Night

    House Rules Board Game Lounge 404 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    In partnership with House Rules Game Lounge, GR Lit Fest invites you to an out of this world Fantasy and Sci-Fi Night! Come early for a meal, enjoy a panel with guest authors, and stay afterward for board games with friends. Join us for a lively discussion with talented authors as they dive into the ... Read more

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    Books & Buzzers: A Literary Game Show Experience

    Mammoth Distilling 710 Wealthy St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    The Grand Rapids Game Show Experience with GR Lit Fest A Night of Literary Trivia Like Never Before! This 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! From romance to classic lit, from modern dystopian to teen angst, it’s a ... Read more

  • GR Lit Fest Story Hour with Author Becca Bielicki

    Children’s Story Hour with Author Becca Bielicki

    GRPL - West Side Branch 713 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI

    Author Becca Bielicki will reading her book Banana Goes to Space for a children’s story hour! About the Book Banana Goes to Space is a fun and uplifting story about a determined banana who dreams of going to space. Despite being laughed at and doubted by the other fruits when his first rocket fails, Banana ... Read more

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    Author Happy Hour

    Speciation Cellars 928 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    Featured authors for this event include: YOU! GR Lit Fest is excited to partner with Speciation Cellars to host an Author Happy Hour! Join us for a drink and celebrate your love of the written word with your fellow authors. It doesn’t matter if you’re pre-published or published, traditional or indie. This night is for ... Read more

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    Children’s Story Hour with Author Ms. Z

    GRPL - Seymour Branch 2350 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    Ms. Z will reading her children’s book When the School Goes Dark for a children’s story hour! About the Book What happens in your classroom when the lights go out and the last custodian locks up for the night? In When the School Goes Dark, Ms. Z invites readers into a whimsical, mysterious world where ... Read more

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    Historical Fiction Night

    The Lit 61 Sheldon Blvd SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    Who doesn’t like their fictional tales with a hefty side of history? We’re excited to host a compelling Historical Fiction Night at The Lit, a venue rooted in Grand Rapids’ rich literary and cultural heritage. Built in 1887 as a gathering place for a prominent women’s literary society, this historic landmark continues its legacy of ... Read more

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    YA Author Panel

    Books & Mortar 966 Cherry St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    In partnership with Books & Mortar, GR Lit Fest invites you to a conversation with authors of young adult fiction! This popular genre offers emotionally intense and often hope-filled stories that appeal to all ages. Attending Authors R.E. Bellesmith Jessica K Foster Melanie Hooyenga Benjamin Kamphuis Authors will have their books available for sale and ... Read more