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SUMMARY:RAWK READS: Junk Journaling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Junk Journal Workshop…\nduring RAWK READS Block Party\nDate: Thursday\, August 7th\, 2025/ Time: 6:30p-7:00p/ Location: 802 S. Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo\, MI 49008 (Inside Writing Center)\nJoin us for a hands-on Junk Journal Workshop where creativity meets storytelling! Participants will transform everyday materials—like old book pages\, magazine clippings\, scraps\, and found objects—into one-of-a-kind journals. This is a space to explore self-expression through art\, writing\, and collage. No experience needed—just bring your imagination! All materials will be provided\, but feel free to bring any personal scraps or keepsakes you’d like to include. \nLet’s cut\, paste\, write\, and create something beautiful together! \nFree to attend | $5 suggested donation to support programs
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/junk-journalworkshop/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family,YAC
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SUMMARY:RAWK READS Block Party
DESCRIPTION:RAWK READS: Block Party\n\nRAWK with us on Thursday\, August 7th from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM at our annual RAWK Reads Block Party hosted by our one and only Youth Advisory Council! Join us in the back parking lot at 802 S. Westnedge Ave. as we celebrate our youth\, amplify their stories\, and RAWK out the summer!\n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to feature our latest RAWK publication\, our Summer 2025 Anthology\, which will be available for purchase in our RAWK ‘N Shop storefront along with exclusive merchandise from local youth entrepreneurs.\n\n\n\nThis FREE event is open to all youth\, families\, and community members alike. Enjoy live performances by local youth artists and dig into some delicious food\, free of charge. There will also be book giveaways\, games and prizes\, and so much more.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/rawk-readsblock-party/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family,YAC
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SUMMARY:ART Drop @RAWK n' Shop: Annual Store Opening Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable\, immersive gallery experience where art\, community\, and music come together to create an unforgettable evening of engagement! RAWK n’ Shop will transform into a dynamic gallery for everyone to enjoy. Check out art pieces from our youth creators\, plus get a sneak peek of our limited-edition streetwear merchandise\, crafted with youth in mind. This is an Art event you won’t want to miss!  Come celebrate our 1st annual store opening event with us!  \nLocation:\n802 S. Westnedge Ave.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, Read and Write Kalamazoo + RAWK N Shop in collaboration with Vine Neighborhood Ass. \nDATE: Saturday\, April 26th\nTIME:  2:00p – 5:00 pm\nPARTNERS: \n\nVine Neighborhood Association (VNA)\nSounds of Our Stories: Arts+ Ancestry \nRead and Write Kalamazoo (RAWK)\nJustice Against Bullying (JABS)
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/art-drop-rawk-n-shop/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250412T120000
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SUMMARY:RAWK N' Shop Entrepreneur Workshop: The Artist Statement
DESCRIPTION:📅 Date: Saturday\, April 12th\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM\n📍 Location: Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually (Follow link for more information)\n\nThis month’s workshop will be a bit different — we’ll be meeting on Saturday\, April 12th\, 2025\, instead of our usual 4th Saturday meet-up. As we prepare to celebrate our Annual Store Opening on Saturday\, April 26th\, 2025.  \nDuring this workshop\, we will be drafting an Artist Statement about our businesses to display alongside our products in the store. This will help the community get to know you\, your work\, and the dedication you put into creating your products. \nThis is also a time to be featured in a special showcase during the celebration where your statements will be displayed. Don’t worry — we’ll continue to refine your statements together leading up to the event. \nIf you’re available\, I’d love to connect with you about being part of the showcase. Let me know if you’re interested! \n*This workshop will be hybrid\, so you are welcome to join virtually or in-person\, specify below.* \nJoin us at the event on Saturday\, April 12th\, 2025\, to learn more. I’d be excited to chat with you about how we can work together and guide you through the process of getting your products into our store. Please RSVP here.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/rawk-n-shop-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="D. Diamond":MAILTO:d.diamond@readandwritekzoo.org
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SUMMARY:RAWK N' Shop Entrepreneur Workshop: Building your Business Roadmap & Inventory
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to our 2nd annual Youth Entrepreneur Workshop at RAWK n’ Shop on March 22nd\, 2025! We’re looking for youth entrepreneurs (ages 5-26) who are interested in showcasing\, selling\, and promoting their products in our store. This opportunity includes both in-person and online presence\, and we’re committed to supporting your growth. We ask that participants commit to attending monthly meetings where we’ll discuss business development\, challenges\, and ways to promote your brand to reach more people.We’re passionate about helping young creators expand their brands and gain exposure in our space\, and we’d love to see how we can collaborate with you! \nJoin us at the event on Saturday\, March 22nd\, 2025\, to learn more. I’d be excited to chat with you about how we can work together and guide you through the process of getting your products into our store. Please RSVP here.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/rawk-n-shop-workshop/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="D. Diamond":MAILTO:d.diamond@readandwritekzoo.org
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SUMMARY:LEGGO of my LEGO
DESCRIPTION:LEGGO of my LEGO!\n\n\n\nDate: March 21st\, 2025Time: 6:30p-8:00p\nCost: $5 donationLocation: 802 S. Westnedge\n\n \n\n\nRSVP: https://forms.gle/eJUDc6SWNBu5K5Nr9\n\nBring your favorite LEGO builds to show off\, swap\, or build together in community. Whether you’re here to create something new\, trade completed sets\, or admire what others have built\, this is the perfect space for LEGO fans!
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/leggo-of-my-lego/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family
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