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SUMMARY:Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of TWO times each month! \nVolunteer Training is REQUIRED for all volunteers interested in supporting RAWK Programs like RAWK Readers’ Rooms (RRR)\, After School Program (ASP)\, or Read and Write Nights (RAWN). Volunteers only need to attend ONE TRAINING SESSION to fulfill this requirement. \nAt this time\, all training sessions are hosted VIRTUALLY via Zoom. Before the scheduled session\,  Volunteers will receive a confirmation email with the meeting link and instructions to join via electronic device or phone call. \nRegister to attend training by clicking HERE.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/volunteertraining-apr5/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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SUMMARY:First Saturdays April Workshop - Magic Poetry with Kalamazoo Poetry Festival
DESCRIPTION:Introducing RAWK First Saturdays Workshops and Open Studio Time for middle school and high school aged youth! \nOn the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer a creative writing workshop from 12:00–1:30pm and then open studio time from 1:30–3:00pm \nApril First Saturdays Workshop – Magic Poetry\nCome cast some spells and disappear your fears through written word and spoken word poetry exercises in this 90 minutes workshop! Expect to read\, write and share if you’d like! No pressure… just come\, okay? \nFacilitated intergenerationally by a youth and adult ally. Youth can also expect to receive a list of opportunities to share their work in the future through the Kalamazoo Poetry Festival\, if they want to! \nThis partnership program is made possible by the Irving S. Gilmore Foundation\, the Kalamazoo Community Foundation\, the Harold & Grace Upjohn Foundation and the Kalamazoo Arts Council. \nClick here to register\nYouth who participate in the workshop are invited and welcome to stay after the workshop for Open Studio time!
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/first-saturdays-april-workshop-kpf/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School,middle school
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SUMMARY:First Saturdays Open Studio Time
DESCRIPTION:Introducing RAWK First Saturdays Workshops and Open Studio Time for middle school and high school aged youth! \nOn the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer a creative writing workshop from 12:00–1:30pm and then open studio time from 1:30–3:00pm \nOpen Studio Time\nDuring Open Studio Time\, youth are invited to utilize the RAWK Literacy Center\, RAWK resources\, and supplies to explore self-selected and self-directed creative projects. Tell your story through writing and visual art\, create comics\, ‘zines\, books\, and more. Explore the RAWK library. Meet new people\, collaborate with friends\, or work independently. And take home a brand new book to keep! \nFREE and open to middle and high school aged youth. \nClick here to complete your one-time registration for Open Studio Time\nThen drop-in to which ever Open Studio dates work for you! \nWorkshops: Registration required to reserve your spot\nOpen Studio Time: One-time registration required\, then show up to whichever dates work for you. \nFirst Saturdays of the month\nWorkshop – 12:00–1:30pm\nOpen Studio Time – 1:30pm–3pm\nat RAWK (802 S. Westnedge Ave)
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/first-saturdays-open-studio-time-april/
CATEGORIES:High School,middle school
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240410T190000
DTSTAMP:20240109T212932Z
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SUMMARY:Read And Write Nights - April 2024
DESCRIPTION:Your favorite monthly virtual program is back…\nOh yes\, it’s Read And Write Night!\nKalamazoo County youth in grades K–5 are invited to join RAWK volunteers and volunteers from the Western Michigan University chapter of the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association to share our monthly picture book title. Working in small groups\, we will read aloud and then respond to the story with using engaging and creative prompts that encourage us to discuss\, write\, and draw! After small group time\, we’ll have a chance to share our responses with the whole group. \nHear a perspective that is new to you\, enjoy reading together\, express your ideas\, and find power in the written word. \nAll Read and Write Nights will take place via Google Meet. \nEach participating family will receive a copy of our monthly book prior to the event\nThis month’s session is open to 16 families \n\nRegistration opens on March 13th\nClick here to register\n\nOur April title is When We Went Wild\nwritten by Isabella Tree and illustrated by Allira Tee \nNancy and Jake are farmers who raise cows and pigs\, and grow crops. They use a lot of big machines to help them\, and spray a lot of chemicals to get rid of the weeds and the pests. That’s what all good farmers do\, isn’t it? And yet\, there is no wildlife living on their farm. The animals look sad. Even the trees look sad! One day\, Nancy has an idea… what if they stopped using all the machines\, and all the chemicals\, and instead they went wild? \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/read-and-write-nights-april24/
LOCATION:Virtual – Google Meet
CATEGORIES:K–5,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240413T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240413T120000
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SUMMARY:RAWK N SHOP Entrepreneur Workshop: Tabling & Event Discovery/Setting Up Shop
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: April 13th @10:30a-12:00pm\n\n\nLocation: 802 S. Westnedge Ave\, Kalamazoo MI 49008\n\n\nIn this workshop\, we’re diving into the exciting world of tabling and event discovery\, essential skills for any entrepreneur looking to expand their reach and boost sales. From scouting out the best events to setting up shop effectively\, we’ll cover everything you need to know to make a splash at fairs\, markets\, and beyond.\nJoin us as we explore strategies for finding the right events\, creating eye-catching displays\, engaging with customers\, and maximizing your presence to drive sales and build your brand.\n\n\nRSVP REQUIRED – Scan QR Code to sign up!\n\n\nYouth are encouraged to bring 1 other youth guest with them.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/entrepreneur-april-13/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School,middle school
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240416T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240416T180000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of TWO times each month! \nVolunteer Training is REQUIRED for all volunteers interested in supporting RAWK Programs like RAWK Readers’ Rooms (RRR)\, After School Program (ASP)\, or Read and Write Nights (RAWN). Volunteers only need to attend ONE TRAINING SESSION to fulfill this requirement. \nAt this time\, all training sessions are hosted VIRTUALLY via Zoom. Before the scheduled session\,  Volunteers will receive a confirmation email with the meeting link and instructions to join via electronic device or phone call. \nRegister to attend training by clicking HERE. \nPlease note\, registration for volunteer training OPENS one month prior to each session date and time and CLOSES 24-hours prior to each session. \nHope to see you there!
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/volunteertraining-april16/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240427T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240427T150000
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CREATED:20240404T144953Z
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SUMMARY:RAWK 'N Shop Grand Opening Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us at RAWK on Saturday\, April 27th\, between 12:30 pm and 3:00 pm to explore our newly remolded storefront and celebrate and support local youth entrepreneurs. Experience our open house style Grand Opening with exciting surprises in store! We can’t wait to welcome you!
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/rawk-n-shop-grand-opening-celebration/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240503T120000
DTSTAMP:20240422T200922Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of TWO times each month! \nVolunteer Training is REQUIRED for all volunteers interested in supporting RAWK Programs like RAWK Readers’ Rooms (RRR)\, After School Program (ASP)\, or Read and Write Nights (RAWN). Volunteers only need to attend ONE TRAINING SESSION to fulfill this requirement. \nAt this time\, all training sessions are hosted VIRTUALLY via Zoom. Before the scheduled session\,  Volunteers will receive a confirmation email with the meeting link and instructions to join via electronic device or phone call. \nRegister to attend training by clicking HERE.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/volunteertraining-may3/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240504T133000
DTSTAMP:20240419T201736Z
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SUMMARY:First Saturdays May Workshop - 'Zine Making with Kalamazoo Zine Fest
DESCRIPTION:Introducing RAWK First Saturdays Workshops and Open Studio Time for middle school and high school aged youth! \nOn the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer a creative writing workshop from 12:00–1:30pm and then open studio time from 1:30–3:00pm \nMay First Saturdays Workshop –  ‘Zine Making with Kalamazoo Zine Fest!\n‘Zines are a form of self-publishing with a rich history and worlds of possibilities! Bring your curiosity and creativity and Kalamazoo ‘Zine Fest and RAWK will bring the rest. \nLearn what a ‘Zine is!\nLearn some of the history of ‘Zines!\nExplore RAWK’s ‘Zine collection and get inspired!\nCheck out some basic structures and THEN MAKE YOUR OWN ‘ZINE! \nMaterials and snacks provided\, all you need to bring is your curiosity and creativity. \nOpen to all middle and high school aged youth in Kalamazoo County. \nClick here to register\nYouth who participate in the workshop are invited and welcome to stay after the workshop for Open Studio time!
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/first-saturdays-may-workshop/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School,middle school
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240504T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240504T150000
DTSTAMP:20240405T153053Z
CREATED:20240405T153053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T153053Z
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SUMMARY:First Saturdays Open Studio Time
DESCRIPTION:Introducing RAWK First Saturdays Workshops and Open Studio Time for middle school and high school aged youth! \nOn the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer a creative writing workshop from 12:00–1:30pm and then open studio time from 1:30–3:00pm \nOpen Studio Time\nDuring Open Studio Time\, youth are invited to utilize the RAWK Literacy Center\, RAWK resources\, and supplies to explore self-selected and self-directed creative projects. Tell your story through writing and visual art\, create comics\, ‘zines\, books\, and more. Explore the RAWK library. Meet new people\, collaborate with friends\, or work independently. And take home a brand new book to keep! \nFREE and open to middle and high school aged youth. \nClick here to complete your one-time registration for Open Studio Time\nThen drop-in to which ever Open Studio dates work for you! \nWorkshops: Registration required to reserve your spot\nOpen Studio Time: One-time registration required\, then show up to whichever dates work for you. \nFirst Saturdays of the month\nWorkshop – 12:00–1:30pm\nOpen Studio Time – 1:30pm–3pm\nat RAWK (802 S. Westnedge Ave)
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/first-saturdays-open-studio-time-may/
CATEGORIES:High School,middle school
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240508T190000
DTSTAMP:20240109T212911Z
CREATED:20240109T212911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T212911Z
UID:6151-1715191200-1715194800@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:Read And Write Nights - May 2024
DESCRIPTION:Your favorite monthly virtual program is back…\nOh yes\, it’s Read And Write Night!\nKalamazoo County youth in grades K–5 are invited to join RAWK volunteers and volunteers from the Western Michigan University chapter of the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association to share our monthly picture book title. Working in small groups\, we will read aloud and then respond to the story with using engaging and creative prompts that encourage us to discuss\, write\, and draw! After small group time\, we’ll have a chance to share our responses with the whole group. \nHear a perspective that is new to you\, enjoy reading together\, express your ideas\, and find power in the written word. \nAll Read and Write Nights will take place via Google Meet. \nEach participating family will receive a copy of our monthly book prior to the event\nThis month’s session is open to 16 families \n\nRegistration opens on April 10th\nClick here to register\n\nOur May title is Home is In Between\nwritten by Mitali Perkins and illustrated by Lavanya Naidu \nShanti and her parents say goodbye to the monsoon rains in their Indian village. They move to a snowy town on the other side of the world. At first\, it isn’t easy for Shanti to be new. Back and forth she trudges between her family’s Bengali traditions and her new country’s culture. Again and again\, in between. \nShe feasts on biryani rice while kids in town eat hot dogs and PB&J sandwiches. She watches Bollywood movies at home and Hollywood movies with new friends. Is she still Indian? Is she becoming American? How should she define home? \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/read-and-write-nights-may24/
LOCATION:Virtual – Google Meet
CATEGORIES:K–5,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240601T133000
DTSTAMP:20240515T173559Z
CREATED:20240508T195325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T173559Z
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SUMMARY:First Saturdays June Workshop - Exploring Crystals with FIRE Historical and Cultural Arts Collaborative!
DESCRIPTION:Introducing RAWK First Saturdays Workshops and Open Studio Time for middle school and high school aged youth! \nOn the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer a creative writing workshop from 12:00–1:30pm and then open studio time from 1:30–3:00pm \nJune First Saturdays Workshop –  Exploring Crystals with FIRE Historical and Cultural Arts Collaborative\nCome explore and learn about crystals and the history of human connection with crystals.\nStick around for open studio time to learn about wire wrapping to create your own crystal jewelry. \nMaterials and snacks provided\, all you need to bring is your curiosity and creativity. \nOpen to all middle and high school aged youth in Kalamazoo County. \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/first-saturdays-june-workshop/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School,middle school
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240618T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240618T123000
DTSTAMP:20240603T183430Z
CREATED:20240603T183430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T183430Z
UID:6405-1718708400-1718713800@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of TWO times each month! \nVolunteer Training is REQUIRED for all volunteers interested in supporting RAWK Programs like RAWK Readers’ Rooms (RRR)\, After School Program (ASP)\, or Read and Write Nights (RAWN). Volunteers only need to attend ONE TRAINING SESSION to fulfill this requirement. \nAt this time\, all training sessions are hosted VIRTUALLY via Zoom. Before the scheduled session\,  Volunteers will receive a confirmation email with the meeting link and instructions to join via electronic device or phone call. \nRegister to attend training by clicking HERE.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/volunteertraining-june18/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240624T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240628T170000
DTSTAMP:20240522T184912Z
CREATED:20240405T153948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T184912Z
UID:6291-1719234000-1719594000@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:Youth Leadership Camp 2024
DESCRIPTION:Youth Leadership Camp 2024 will take place Monday\, June 24th through Friday\, June 28th from 1–5pm daily. \nYouth will spend the week of June 24th–28th with RAWK Executive Director Dr. Kandace Lavender\, focusing on exploring and honing their leadership and writing skills through group discussion\, community projects\, and more! \nAfter completing this week of workshop and training\, Youth Leaders will assist with one week of RAWK Summer Writing Camps. Leaders who complete both weeks of camp will receive a $400 stipend that honors the time and energy they have given to their community.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/youth-leadership-camp-2024/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240627T123000
DTSTAMP:20240603T183545Z
CREATED:20240603T183545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T183545Z
UID:6407-1719486000-1719491400@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of TWO times each month! \nVolunteer Training is REQUIRED for all volunteers interested in supporting RAWK Programs like RAWK Readers’ Rooms (RRR)\, After School Program (ASP)\, or Read and Write Nights (RAWN). Volunteers only need to attend ONE TRAINING SESSION to fulfill this requirement. \nAt this time\, all training sessions are hosted VIRTUALLY via Zoom. Before the scheduled session\,  Volunteers will receive a confirmation email with the meeting link and instructions to join via electronic device or phone call. \nRegister to attend training by clicking HERE.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/volunteertraining-june27/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240706T130000
DTSTAMP:20240625T150719Z
CREATED:20240607T160340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T150719Z
UID:6410-1720260000-1720270800@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:**NEW TIME!** First Saturdays July Workshop - Character Creation
DESCRIPTION:Introducing RAWK First Saturdays Workshops and Open Studio Time for middle school and high school aged youth! \nOn the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer a creative writing workshop from 1o:00am–11:30am and then open studio time from 11:30am–1:00pm \nJuly First Saturdays Workshop –\nCHARACTER CREATION\n \n\nCreate and develop your own characters for all your story-telling endeavors! Dive deep into crafting fully formed characters who will capture your audience and drive your stories forward. Bring your existing characters or create someone new! \nWho are they deep down? What are their habits and quirks? What motivates them? What challenges them? How do they relate to the characters around them? What do they look like? \n\n\nThis workshop will be followed by a world-building workshop!\n\nMaterials and snacks provided\, all you need to bring is your curiosity and creativity. \nOpen to all middle and high school aged youth in Kalamazoo County. \n**Please note the time of First Saturdays has shifted to 10am–11:30am!** \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/first-saturdays-july-workshop/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School,middle school
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240706T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240706T130000
DTSTAMP:20240607T161918Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T161918Z
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SUMMARY:First Saturdays Open Studio Time
DESCRIPTION:Introducing RAWK First Saturdays Workshops and Open Studio Time for middle school and high school aged youth! \nOn the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer a creative writing workshop from 10:00am–11:30am and then open studio time from 11:30am–1:00pm \nOpen Studio Time\nDuring Open Studio Time\, youth are invited to utilize the RAWK Literacy Center\, RAWK resources\, and supplies to explore self-selected and self-directed creative projects. Tell your story through writing and visual art\, create comics\, ‘zines\, books\, and more. Explore the RAWK library. Meet new people\, collaborate with friends\, or work independently. And take home a brand new book to keep! \nFREE and open to middle and high school aged youth. \nClick here to complete your one-time registration for Open Studio Time\nThen drop-in to which ever Open Studio dates work for you! \nWorkshops: Registration required to reserve your spot\nOpen Studio Time: One-time registration required\, then show up to whichever dates work for you. \nFirst Saturdays of the month\nWorkshop – 10:00am–11:30am\nOpen Studio Time – 11:30am–1pm\nat RAWK (802 S. Westnedge Ave)
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/first-saturdays-open-studio-time-july/
CATEGORIES:High School,middle school
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240708T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240712T170000
DTSTAMP:20240405T154520Z
CREATED:20240405T154520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T154520Z
UID:6294-1720443600-1720803600@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:Summer Writing Camp - Rising 6th\, 7th\, 8th Grade
DESCRIPTION:This year RAWK Summer Writing Camps are honoring Heroes in all their forms. From Super Heroes to historical activists and movement leaders and all the every day heroes in between. We’ll explore writing in various genres and from different perspectives according to the interests of the youth participating each week. \nALL RAWK PROGRAMS ARE FREE! \nApplications Open on April 22nd
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/swc2024-678week1/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240719T170000
DTSTAMP:20240405T154712Z
CREATED:20240405T154712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T154712Z
UID:6298-1721048400-1721408400@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:Summer Writing Camp - Rising 4th & 5th grade
DESCRIPTION:This year RAWK Summer Writing Camps are honoring Heroes in all their forms. From Super Heroes to historical activists and movement leaders and all the every day heroes in between. We’ll explore writing in various genres and from different perspectives according to the interests of the youth participating each week. \nALL RAWK PROGRAMS ARE FREE! \nApplications Open on April 22nd
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/swc2024-45week1/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:4th & 5th grade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240726T170000
DTSTAMP:20240405T154613Z
CREATED:20240405T154613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T154613Z
UID:6296-1721653200-1722013200@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:Summer Writing Camp - Rising 6th\, 7th\, 8th Grade
DESCRIPTION:This year RAWK Summer Writing Camps are honoring Heroes in all their forms. From Super Heroes to historical activists and movement leaders and all the every day heroes in between. We’ll explore writing in various genres and from different perspectives according to the interests of the youth participating each week. \nALL RAWK PROGRAMS ARE FREE! \nApplications Open on April 22nd
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/swc2024-678week2/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:middle school
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240729T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240729T123000
DTSTAMP:20240722T144757Z
CREATED:20240722T144543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T144757Z
UID:6437-1722250800-1722256200@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of TWO times each month! \nVolunteer Training is REQUIRED for all volunteers interested in supporting RAWK Programs like RAWK Readers’ Rooms (RRR)\, After School Program (ASP)\, or Read and Write Nights (RAWN). Volunteers only need to attend ONE TRAINING SESSION to fulfill this requirement. \nAt this time\, all training sessions are hosted VIRTUALLY via Zoom. Before the scheduled session\,  Volunteers will receive a confirmation email with the meeting link and instructions to join via electronic device or phone call. \nRegister to attend training by clicking HERE.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/volunteertraining-july29/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240802T170000
DTSTAMP:20240405T154744Z
CREATED:20240405T154744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T154744Z
UID:6300-1722258000-1722618000@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:Summer Writing Camp - Rising 4th & 5th grade
DESCRIPTION:This year RAWK Summer Writing Camps are honoring Heroes in all their forms. From Super Heroes to historical activists and movement leaders and all the every day heroes in between. We’ll explore writing in various genres and from different perspectives according to the interests of the youth participating each week. \nALL RAWK PROGRAMS ARE FREE! \nApplications Open on April 22nd
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/swc2024-45week2/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:4th & 5th grade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240803T130000
DTSTAMP:20240625T150818Z
CREATED:20240607T161134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T150818Z
UID:6414-1722679200-1722690000@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:**NEW TIME!** First Saturdays August Workshop - World Building
DESCRIPTION:Introducing RAWK First Saturdays Workshops and Open Studio Time for middle school and high school aged youth! \nOn the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer a creative writing workshop from 1o:00am–11:30am and then open studio time from 11:30am–1:00pm \nAugust First Saturdays Workshop –\nWORLD BUILDING\n \nFollowing our Character Creation workshop\, this workshop will focus on building out the world in which your characters exists. Focus in on the intricacies of the universe you’re creating\, the atmosphere\, the geography\, the conflicts. How does this world create opportunities for your characters and their stories? What about this world challenges your characters?\n\nMaterials and snacks provided\, all you need to bring is your curiosity and creativity. \nOpen to all middle and high school aged youth in Kalamazoo County. \n**Please note the time of First Saturdays has shifted to 10am–11:30am!** \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/first-saturdays-august-workshop/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School,middle school
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240803T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240803T130000
DTSTAMP:20240607T162002Z
CREATED:20240607T162002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T162002Z
UID:6422-1722684600-1722690000@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:First Saturdays Open Studio Time
DESCRIPTION:Introducing RAWK First Saturdays Workshops and Open Studio Time for middle school and high school aged youth! \nOn the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer a creative writing workshop from 10:00am–11:30am and then open studio time from 11:30am–1:00pm \nOpen Studio Time\nDuring Open Studio Time\, youth are invited to utilize the RAWK Literacy Center\, RAWK resources\, and supplies to explore self-selected and self-directed creative projects. Tell your story through writing and visual art\, create comics\, ‘zines\, books\, and more. Explore the RAWK library. Meet new people\, collaborate with friends\, or work independently. And take home a brand new book to keep! \nFREE and open to middle and high school aged youth. \nClick here to complete your one-time registration for Open Studio Time\nThen drop-in to which ever Open Studio dates work for you! \nWorkshops: Registration required to reserve your spot\nOpen Studio Time: One-time registration required\, then show up to whichever dates work for you. \nFirst Saturdays of the month\nWorkshop – 10:00am–11:30am\nOpen Studio Time – 11:30am–1pm\nat RAWK (802 S. Westnedge Ave)
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/first-saturdays-open-studio-time-august/
CATEGORIES:High School,middle school
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240807T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240807T123000
DTSTAMP:20240722T144853Z
CREATED:20240722T144853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T144853Z
UID:6440-1723028400-1723033800@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of TWO times each month! \nVolunteer Training is REQUIRED for all volunteers interested in supporting RAWK Programs like RAWK Readers’ Rooms (RRR)\, After School Program (ASP)\, or Read and Write Nights (RAWN). Volunteers only need to attend ONE TRAINING SESSION to fulfill this requirement. \nAt this time\, all training sessions are hosted VIRTUALLY via Zoom. Before the scheduled session\,  Volunteers will receive a confirmation email with the meeting link and instructions to join via electronic device or phone call. \nRegister to attend training by clicking HERE.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/volunteertraining-august7/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240815T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240815T193000
DTSTAMP:20240731T184514Z
CREATED:20240731T184514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T184514Z
UID:6448-1723743000-1723750200@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:RAWK Reads Tie-Dye Block Party!
DESCRIPTION:Join RAWK for our annual Summer Anthology release party! \nYouth writers from our Summer Writing Camps will receive their anthology and have a chance to read their writing to an adoring crowd made up of family\, friends\, and neighbors. \nThere will be FREE BOOKS\, FREE FOOD\, MUSIC\, GAMES\, YOUTH PERFORMANCES\, and more! \nThis event is free and open to the whole community. Come celebrate another beautiful RAWKin’ summer! \nMeet us in the Vine Neighborhood Association parking lot behind our literacy center and be sure to visit our storefront to where all of your purchases support
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/rawk-reads-tie-dye-block-party/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240907T113000
DTSTAMP:20240815T162601Z
CREATED:20240730T155050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T162601Z
UID:6444-1725703200-1725708600@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:First Saturdays September Workshop - Intro to Bookbinding
DESCRIPTION:Introducing RAWK First Saturdays Workshops and Open Studio Time for middle school and high school aged youth! \nOn the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer a creative writing workshop from 1o:00am–11:30am and then open studio time from 11:30am–1:00pm \nSeptember First Saturdays Workshop –\nCome dip your toes into the vast world of bookbinding! We’ll make some hand-sewn single section books\, practice folding single-sheet ‘zines\, bust out the booklet stapler\, and make custom spiral-bound journals. Youth will leave with a collection of books to fill with their thoughts and stories.\n\nMaterials and snacks provided\, all you need to bring is your curiosity and creativity. \nOpen to all middle and high school aged youth in Kalamazoo County. \n**Please note the time of First Saturdays has shifted to 10am–11:30am!** \nClick here to register\nReturning RAWKers who have participated in First Saturdays\, skip the registration form and email victoria@readandwritekzoo.org to claim your spot!
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/first-saturdays-september-workshop/
LOCATION:Read and Write Kalamazoo or Virtually\, 802 South Westnedge Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School,middle school
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240907T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240907T130000
DTSTAMP:20240730T155215Z
CREATED:20240730T155215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T155215Z
UID:6446-1725708600-1725714000@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:First Saturdays Open Studio Time
DESCRIPTION:Introducing RAWK First Saturdays Workshops and Open Studio Time for middle school and high school aged youth! \nOn the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer a creative writing workshop from 10:00am–11:30am and then open studio time from 11:30am–1:00pm \nOpen Studio Time\nDuring Open Studio Time\, youth are invited to utilize the RAWK Literacy Center\, RAWK resources\, and supplies to explore self-selected and self-directed creative projects. Tell your story through writing and visual art\, create comics\, ‘zines\, books\, and more. Explore the RAWK library. Meet new people\, collaborate with friends\, or work independently. And take home a brand new book to keep! \nFREE and open to middle and high school aged youth. \nClick here to complete your one-time registration for Open Studio Time\nThen drop-in to which ever Open Studio dates work for you! \nWorkshops: Registration required to reserve your spot\nOpen Studio Time: One-time registration required\, then show up to whichever dates work for you. \nFirst Saturdays of the month\nWorkshop – 10:00am–11:30am\nOpen Studio Time – 11:30am–1pm\nat RAWK (802 S. Westnedge Ave)
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/first-saturdays-open-studio-time-september/
CATEGORIES:High School,middle school
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240925T133000
DTSTAMP:20240906T152853Z
CREATED:20240906T152853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T152853Z
UID:6571-1727265600-1727271000@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of TWO times each month! \nVolunteer Training is REQUIRED for all volunteers interested in supporting RAWK Programs like RAWK Readers’ Rooms (RRR)\, After School Program (ASP)\, or Read and Write Nights (RAWN). Volunteers only need to attend ONE TRAINING SESSION to fulfill this requirement. \nAt this time\, all training sessions are hosted VIRTUALLY via Zoom. Before the scheduled session\,  Volunteers will receive a confirmation email with the meeting link and instructions to join via electronic device or phone call. \nRegister to attend training by clicking HERE.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/volunteertraining-9-25/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240927T113000
DTSTAMP:20240906T153007Z
CREATED:20240906T153007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T153007Z
UID:6573-1727431200-1727436600@www.readandwritekzoo.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of TWO times each month! \nVolunteer Training is REQUIRED for all volunteers interested in supporting RAWK Programs like RAWK Readers’ Rooms (RRR)\, After School Program (ASP)\, or Read and Write Nights (RAWN). Volunteers only need to attend ONE TRAINING SESSION to fulfill this requirement. \nAt this time\, all training sessions are hosted VIRTUALLY via Zoom. Before the scheduled session\,  Volunteers will receive a confirmation email with the meeting link and instructions to join via electronic device or phone call. \nRegister to attend training by clicking HERE.
URL:https://www.readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/volunteertraining-9-27/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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