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  • Great Michigan Read Spring Author Tour: Port Huron

    Don Dodge Auditorium 200 Grand River Ave, Port Huron, MI, United States

    Join co-hosts, St. Clair County Library System, Blue Water Allies, and St. Clair County Community College on April 16 for a free event featuring a conversation with Curtis Chin, author of the current Great Michigan Read, Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant. Following a conversation with Curtis, books will be available for sale […]

  • Great Michigan Read Spring Author Tour: Flint

    Gloria Coles Flint Public Library, C.S. Mott Foundation Community Room 1026 E Kearsley St, Flint, MI, United States

    Join co-host Gloria Coles Flint Public Library on April 15 for a free event featuring a conversation with Curtis Chin, author of the current Great Michigan Read, Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant. Following a conversation with Curtis, books will be available for sale and signing. The 2025–26 Great Michigan Read is […]

  • Great Michigan Read partner event featuring Curtis Chin: University Center

    Delta College Main Campus, Lecture Theater 1961 Delta Rd, University Center, MI, United States

    Curtis Chin, award-winning author, producer and activist, will visit Delta College, Wednesday, April 15 at noon on the main campus for a reading and discussion of his memoir, Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant. The Delta College Humanities Learning Center (HLC) and President’s Speaker Series committee partnered to bring this Great Michigan […]

  • Great Michigan Read partner event featuring Curtis Chin: Alma

    Ballyhoo Books 111 W Superior St, Alma, MI, United States

    Join Ballyhoo Books on April 14 as they host Curtis Chin, author of the 2025-26 Great Michigan Read title Everything I Learned, I Learned In a Chinese Restaurant.

  • Great Michigan Read Spring Author Tour: Muskegon

    The Corner 280 West Muskegon Avenue, Muskegon, MI, United States

    Join co-hosts Muskegon Area District Library and Muskegon Community College in Muskegon on April 13 for a free event featuring a conversation with Curtis Chin, author of the current Great Michigan Read, Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant. Following a conversation with Curtis, books will be available for sale and signing. Registration […]

  • Great Michigan Read Spring Author Tour: Lansing

    Riverwalk Theatre 228 Museum Dr, Lansing, MI, United States

    Join co-hosts, the Capital City Film Festival, Capital Area District Libraries, and Michigan State University Libraries in Lansing on April 12 for a free event featuring a conversation with Curtis Chin, author of the current Great Michigan Read, Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant. Following a conversation with Curtis, books will be […]

  • Great Michigan Read partner event featuring Curtis Chin: Grand Rapids

    Kent District Library - Kentwood Branch 4950 Breton Rd SE, Kentwood, Michigan

    Hear from Curtis Chin, award-winning author and social justice documentary filmmaker, as he discusses Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant, his memoir that is drawing all of Michigan together as the 2025-26 Great Michigan Read. This event will be moderated by Meena Ariagno, Host of Eavesdrop With Meena®️ Podcast, WMAAA Conversation Partner. A book signing […]

  • Great Michigan Read partner event featuring Curtis Chin: Battle Creek

    Binda Performing Arts Center 450 North Ave, Battle Creek, MI, United States

    Kellogg Community College will host award-winning author Curtis Chin as part of a free Great Michigan Read author visit on campus on April 9. Chin’s memoir, Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant, chronicles his experiences growing up as a gay Chinese American kid in 1980s Detroit, coming out in his working-class immigrant […]

  • Painting Class with The Painted Toad Art Studio

    Chesterfield Township Library 50560 Patricia Avenue, Chesterfield, MI, United States

    Join Rose Gottler from The Painted Toad to learn how to paint your very own masterpiece! The first week of registration is limited to Chesterfield Library cardholders. Registration will open to others after the first week if space remains. Booking opens 8/1/25 at 9:30am. This event is partially funded by an Arts and Humanities Touring […]

    Free

  • Beverly the Music Lady and Marc the Balloon Meister

    Leelanau Township Office 119 E Naganaba St, Northport, Michigan

    This event is part of the Leelanau Township Library's Summer Reading Program. During this event, Beverly Meyer will provide an interactive performance for children and adults to enjoy together. Following the live music and comedy show by Beverly, Marc, the Balloon Meister, will twist balloons creations for all in attendance. This is an all-ages show, […]

    Free

  • Ben Traverse

    Richmond Township Library 304 Snyder St, Palmer, Michigan

    Bluegrass, old time, celtic, and sea shanty lovers rejoice! Michigan folksinger and Earthwork Music artist Ben Traverse is coming to the library for a sea shanty singalong. This is an opportunity to connect with a centuries-old tradition of communal singing. This event is partially funded by an Arts and Humanities Grant.

    Free

  • Marina Fest

    Escanaba Marina 17 Water Plant Rd, Escanaba, Michigan

    Join us at Escanaba’s beautiful harbor in Ludington Park for Marina Fest 2025, a full day of free live music featuring four fantastic bands. Bring a lawn chair, soak in the lake breeze, and enjoy great music in one of Escanaba’s most scenic locations. Marina Fest is the perfect summer celebration. 2 p.m.ToHuBoHuEclectic Music w/ […]

    Free

  • Comic Art Fantasy with Jerry DeCaire

    Hazel Park District Library 123 E 9 Mile Rd, Hazel Park, United States

    Marvel and DC comix artist Jerry DeCaire returns to Hazel Park for a program on drawing fantasy and mythological creatures, followed by a hands on drawing workshop. This event is partially funded by and Arts and Humanities Grant.

    Free

  • Music in the Park featuring the Jerry Ross Band

    Macomb Corners Park 19449 25 Mile Rd, Macomb, Michigan

    Music in the Park welcomes Macomb Township residents and surrounding community members to enjoy a free night of music featuring metro Detroit’s most popular bands. In addition to the concert, our Kidzone play-area will be in full swing with inflatables, organized games, toys and other equipment. The concert takes place on the main lawn at […]

    Free

  • Musician Ben Traverse at St. Ignace Public Library – Sea Shanty Sing Along

    St. Ignace Public Library 110 W Spruce St, St. Ignace, Michigan

    Bluegrass, old time, celtic, and sea shanty lovers rejoice! Michigan folksinger and Earthwork Music artist Ben Traverse is coming to the library for a sea shanty singalong. This is an opportunity to connect with a centuries-old tradition of communal singing. ✨Free All-Ages Show✨ This event is partially funded by an Arts and Humanities Grant.

    Free

  • Wimee’s Words Live at the Pickford Community Library

    The PIckford Community Library 137 E Main St, Pickford, Michigan

    Come and see Wimee's Words Live! As seen on PBS! Master puppeteer Kevin Kammeraad will be here with Wimee! This event is partially funded by an Arts and Humanities Grant.

    Free

  • Cuisine & Conversations Fundraiser

    BasBlue 110 East Ferry Street, Detroit, MI

    Join Michigan Humanities for an evening of cuisine & conversation as story-makers Curtis Chin and Angela Chi talk about all things food, culture, family, and Detroit. Enjoy cuisine designed and curated by Chef Angela Chi as she tells the story of her family and culture through unique dishes. All proceeds from the evening will support […]

    $100