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SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate “community” with us! This month’s Family Literacy Day is all about the beauty of community. The featured Story Walk book is “Change Sings\,” by Amanda Gorman and Loren Long. We’ll have fun garden activities and free books from KPL. The Read & Seed community garden is located behind the Goodwill Industries building. All are invited!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-9/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250820T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T174229Z
UID:20977-1755709200-1755716400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-8/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250809T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250809T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20250609T183829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T184024Z
UID:20622-1754740800-1754753400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:14th Annual Kalamazoo Scrabble Fest
DESCRIPTION:Kalamazoo’s favorite Scrabble tournament is back! Join us for our annual FUNdraiser to support adult literacy. Choose to play in the Just For Fun or Competitive division and let the games begin. Showcase your wordplay skills and take home a trophy or a great prize. It’s a great day of gaming for a great cause. \nEach $25 ticket includes a t-shirt\, food\, parking\, and gaming materials. Get tickets here by July 18. See you there!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/14th-annual-kalamazoo-scrabble-fest/
LOCATION:Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites\, 100 W. Michigan Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250723T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250723T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20250716T185503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T185508Z
UID:20798-1753290000-1753297200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Read and Seed community garden for Family Literacy Day! This month’s Story Walk(TM) features “Something\, Someday” \n \nby Amanda Gorman. We’ll have a fun hands-on activity making garden gnomes\, plus the Mobile Library will be here with free books to enjoy at home. All are invited\, hope to see you!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-7/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250625T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250625T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20250610T173325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T173325Z
UID:20646-1750870800-1750878000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Read and Seed community garden for Family Literacy Day! This month\, our special guests from The Home Depot will show us how to make a Birdy Buffet. Friends from the library will have books for everyone and Little Scholars will enjoy story time with “Garden Time.” \nThe garden is located behind the Goodwill Industries building at 420 E. Alcott St. All are welcome!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-6/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20250501T170847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T171253Z
UID:20285-1748451600-1748458800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:It’s garden season again! Families are invited to join the Kalamazoo Literacy Council in the Read and Seed community garden for fun in the sun. We will learn about gardening\, healthy eating\, and of course\, reading! Enjoy fun activities\, a Story Walk\, and take home books from the Kalamazoo Public Library. All are welcome.  \nContact Kamaria at (269) 382-0490 ext. 263 with questions. Hope to see you!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-5/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20250411T133242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T164932Z
UID:20219-1745323200-1745330400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Albert White Literacy Trail Earth Day Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Help beautify a new learning and play space in the Edison neighborhood! The Albert White Literacy Trail is a 1/8 mile stretch along the Portage Creek between Alcott and Reed St. It is home to the Literacy Lane street mural and a Little Free Library and is the future home of a Story Walk and Reading Corner. All are invited join the Edison Resident Scholars & the Edison Neighborhood Association to help clean up the trail as we prepare for the exciting upgrades! \nPlease meet at the mural site at 12pm – dead end of Bryant St.\, off Portage St\, between Alcott St. and Lane Blvd.\, behind the Marathon station. \nRSVP to Abbey at (269) 382-0490 ext. 219 or aweathers@kalamazooliteracy.org. Hope to see you!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/albert-white-literacy-trail-earth-day-clean-up/
LOCATION:Bryant St.
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250219T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250219T173000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20250211T172545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T150206Z
UID:19852-1739982600-1739986200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Albert J. White Commemoration
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to join the Kalamazoo County Department of Health & Community Services (HCS)\, Kalamazoo Literacy Council\, and Western Michigan University for a special program to commemorate the life and legacy of Albert J. White. White\, an African-American mason born in the 1800’s\, is responsible for some of the city’s iconic landmarks including East Campus’ Heritage Hall and the HCS building. The program includes an unveiling of a portrait by famed local artist James Palmore and remarks from White’s descendants. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/albert-j-white-commemoration/
LOCATION:Kzoo County Dept. of Health & Community Services\, 311 E. Alcott St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250218T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250218T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20250212T183538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T183538Z
UID:19870-1739903400-1739907000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Albert J. White Proclamation
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, February 18\, the Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners will read a proclamation during its regular Board meeting honoring the life and work of Albert White. White served the Kalamazoo community for over five decades\, from the 1870s until 1930\, earning his journeyman status as a stone mason and bricklayer at the age of 23 after 6 years as an unpaid apprentice. At 25\, he founded White’s Construction Company\, assembling a diverse team of more than 50 Black\, white\, and immigrant workers and overseeing the construction of numerous buildings\, many of which still stand today. Among his notable projects are the Illinois Envelope Company building\, completed in 1905\, which now serves as the home of Kalamazoo County Health & Community Services\, and Western Michigan University’s Heritage Hall. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/albert-j-white-proclamation/
LOCATION:201 W. Kalamazoo Ave.\, 201 W. Kalamazoo Ave.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241213T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20241017T132117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T132118Z
UID:18814-1734076800-1734103800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Adult Literacy Research & Training Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 2024 Adult Literacy Research & Training Symposium! The theme of this year’s event is “50 Years of Empowerment Through Literacy\,” as we continue to celebrate our 50th anniversary of providing free basic literacy services to adults who struggle to read. At the symposium\, attendees will enjoy engaging presentations and skills building workshops that offer helpful tools and insights for teaching adults. Topics include Digital Literacy\, Multigenerational Learning strategies\, and Goal Setting. Plus\, we’ll share stories of empowered learner voices and a session featuring special guest panelists. \nJoin fellow education advocates\, volunteers\, and community members who are passionate about literacy for an exciting day of learning and sharing.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/adult-literacy-research-training-symposium/
LOCATION:WMU-Fetzer Center\, 2251 Business Ct.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Research & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241030T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241030T173000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20241008T195339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T195530Z
UID:18628-1730304000-1730309400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Literacy in Your Community
DESCRIPTION:Everyone needs to read to excel at work\, teach their kids\, and keep their families healthy. The Kalamazoo Literacy Council offers free tutoring and classes to adults who struggle to read. Our programs are designed to strengthen reading\, writing\, spelling\, and comprehension skills so adults are empowered to reach their goals.\n\nOn October 30\, join Michael Evans\, Executive Director of the KLC\, to hear about the state of adult literacy in Kalamazoo and learn what actions you can take to make positive changes in our community. This event is free and open to the public\, and no prior registration is necessary.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/literacy-in-the-community/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Public Library Oshtemo Branch\, 7265 W. Main St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241016T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241016T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20241001T170919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T172315Z
UID:18447-1729098000-1729105200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day - Fire Safety
DESCRIPTION:KDPS will be here to show families how to protect themselves in the event of a fire. Enjoy safety demos\, giveaways\, and fun literacy & gardening activities. Plus\, we’ll be reading “Alphabet Rescue” for story time and everyone can take home free books from the KPL Mobile Library. Family Literacy Day is in the Read and Seed community garden behind the Goodwill bldg at 420 E. Alcott St. Contact Kamaria at (269) 382-0490 ext. 263 or knichols@kalamazooliteracy.org with questions. Hope to see you!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-fire-safety/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241001T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240924T173605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T173725Z
UID:18379-1727785800-1727791200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Special Voting Rights Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Literacy is more than just reading and writing; it’s a vital tool for participation in our democracy. Understanding rights\, ballots\, and procedures can be overwhelming and intimidating. That’s why we’re partnering with the League of Women Voters to help. Join us for a special presentation on Tuesday\, October 1\, 12:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m. at 420 E. Alcott St. All are welcome! Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4gEWDdh
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/special-voting-rights-presentation/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240906T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240903T133859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T134036Z
UID:18229-1725634800-1725656400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Lane Mural Project - Open Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Maya James\, the Edison Resident Scholars\, and a team of volunteers as we put the finishing touches on the Literacy Lane street mural! The mural contains 56 different elements that teach about vocabulary\, physical activity\, reading\, community resources\, and the environment. It’s a beautiful addition to the neighborhood that’s designed to foster a love of literacy and learning. Literacy Lane is located at the end of Bryant St.\, off Portage Rd. between Alcott St. and Lane Blvd. in Edison\, behind the Family Health Center and Department of Health & Human Services. For more details\, please click here.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/literacy-lane-mural-project-open-work-day-3/
LOCATION:Bryant St.
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240905T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240905T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240905T164208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T164208Z
UID:18273-1725548400-1725566400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Lane Mural Project - Open Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Maya James\, the Edison Resident Scholars\, and a team of volunteers as we put the finishing touches on the Literacy Lane street mural! The mural contains 56 different elements that teach about vocabulary\, physical activity\, reading\, community resources\, and the environment. It’s a beautiful addition to the neighborhood that’s designed to foster a love of literacy and learning. Literacy Lane is located at the end of Bryant St.\, off Portage Rd. between Alcott St. and Lane Blvd. in Edison\, behind the Family Health Center and Department of Health & Human Services. For more details\, please click here.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/literacy-lane-mural-project-open-work-day-4/
LOCATION:Bryant St.
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240904T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240903T133746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T192150Z
UID:18226-1725463800-1725483600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Lane Mural Project - Open Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Maya James\, the Edison Resident Scholars\, and a team of volunteers as we put the finishing touches on the Literacy Lane street mural! The mural contains 56 different elements that teach about vocabulary\, physical activity\, reading\, community resources\, and the environment. It’s a beautiful addition to the neighborhood that’s designed to foster a love of literacy and learning. Literacy Lane is located at the end of Bryant St.\, off Portage Rd. between Alcott St. and Lane Blvd. in Edison\, behind the Family Health Center and Department of Health & Human Services. For more details\, please click here.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/literacy-lane-mural-project-open-work-day-2/
LOCATION:Bryant St.
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240903T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240903T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240903T133611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T133611Z
UID:18223-1725372000-1725397200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Lane Mural Project - Open Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Maya James\, the Edison Resident Scholars\, and a team of volunteers as we put the finishing touches on the Literacy Lane street mural! The mural contains 56 different elements that teach about vocabulary\, physical activity\, reading\, community resources\, and the environment. It’s a beautiful addition to the neighborhood that’s designed to foster a love of literacy and learning. Literacy Lane is located at the end of Bryant St.\, off Portage Rd. between Alcott St. and Lane Blvd. in Edison\, behind the Family Health Center and Department of Health & Human Services. For more details\, please click here.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/literacy-lane-mural-project-open-work-day/
LOCATION:Bryant St.
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240821T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240821T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240805T193735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T180330Z
UID:18013-1724259600-1724266800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day - Soil Layers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Family Literacy Day where families will engage in fun activities such as learning about soil layers and their importance\, making a soil layer treat\, creating a plant graph\, and taking part in an alphabet search. Plus\, enjoy a story time with “Wonderful Worms\,” and take home free books from Kalamazoo Public Library. Contact Kamaria at (269) 382-0490 ext. 263 or knichols@kalamazooliteracy.org with questions. All are invited and we hope to see you!
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-soil-layers/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240815T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240815T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240805T194751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T194706Z
UID:18018-1723726800-1723737600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Back to School Bash
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual party to help kick off the new school year! Families from the community are invited to enjoy a foam party\, snow cones\, music\, and giveaways from resource partners and community agencies. Contact Roeshell at (269) 382-5771 or rollie@kalamazooliteracy.org for details.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/back-to-school-bash/
LOCATION:Interfaith Homes\, 1037 Interfaith Boulevard\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240814T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240814T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240806T200522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T200522Z
UID:18038-1723633200-1723669200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Lane Mural Project Workday
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to help artist Maya James as she creates a beautiful\, vibrant\, and colorful street mural at Literacy Lane. You will be working alongside Maya and a team of volunteers to prepare the site and paint sections of the mural. Literacy Lane is located at the dead end of Bryant St. (off Portage Rd.)  in the Edison neighborhood. For further details\, please click here.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/literacy-lane-mural-project-workday-4/
LOCATION:Bryant St.
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240812T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240812T180000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240806T200408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T200408Z
UID:18034-1723460400-1723485600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Lane Mural Project Workday
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to help artist Maya James as she creates a beautiful\, vibrant\, and colorful street mural at Literacy Lane. You will be working alongside Maya and a team of volunteers to prepare the site and paint sections of the mural. Literacy Lane is located at the dead end of Bryant St. (off Portage Rd.)  in the Edison neighborhood. For further details\, please click here.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/literacy-lane-mural-project-workday-3/
LOCATION:Bryant St.
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240811T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240811T180000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240806T200234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T200234Z
UID:18030-1723375800-1723399200@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Lane Mural Project Workday
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to help artist Maya James as she creates a beautiful\, vibrant\, and colorful street mural at Literacy Lane. You will be working alongside Maya and a team of volunteers to prepare the site and paint sections of the mural. Literacy Lane is located at the dead end of Bryant St. (off Portage Rd.)  in the Edison neighborhood. For further details\, please click here.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/literacy-lane-mural-project-workday-2/
LOCATION:Bryant St.
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240810T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240810T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240509T135651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T190310Z
UID:17070-1723291200-1723303800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:13th Annual Kalamazoo Scrabble Fest
DESCRIPTION:Let’s get ready to SCRABBLE! Join us on August 10th for Kalamazoo Scrabble Fest\, the KLC’s largest annual FUNdraiser and the city’s only Scrabble tournament. Each year\, players gather for a great day of gaming in support of adult literacy. This year\, for our 50th anniversary\, we are planning even more ways to amp up the “fest\,” by partnering with downtown retailers – the exciting details will be announced soon. In the meantime\, reserve your tickets here for the Just for Fun\, Competitive\, or Teams (4-players) divisions by July 19. Ticket fees include a commemorative tshirt\, delicious hors d’oeuvres\, free parking\, and gaming materials. Please be sure to select your tshirt size with your order. \nQuestions? Call (269) 382-0490 ext. 4786 or email us.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/13th-annual-kalamazoo-scrabble-fest/
LOCATION:Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites\, 100 W. Michigan Avenue\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240810T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240810T180000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240806T195825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T195825Z
UID:18027-1723289400-1723312800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Lane Mural Project Workday
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to help artist Maya James as she creates a beautiful\, vibrant\, and colorful street mural at Literacy Lane. You will be working alongside Maya and a team of volunteers to prepare the site and paint sections of the mural. Literacy Lane is located at the dead end of Bryant St. (off Portage Rd.)  in the Edison neighborhood. For further details\, please click here.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/literacy-lane-mural-project-workday/
LOCATION:Bryant St.
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240717T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240717T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240702T153536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T153536Z
UID:17639-1721235600-1721242800@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day - Colors & Numbers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Family Literacy Day! This month we will have fun exploring colors and playing with numbers. Attendees will enjoy a Story Walk featuring “Dog’s Colorful Day\,” harvest veggies from the garden\, and take home free books from our friends at the Kalamazoo Public Library. Family Literacy Days are held on the third Wednesday of the month in the Read and Seed community garden behind the Goodwill building at 420 E. Alcott St. \nContact Kamaria at (269) 382-0490 ext. 263 or knichols@kalamazooliteracy.org with questions.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-colors-numbers/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240619T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240610T161648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T170746Z
UID:17463-1718816400-1718823600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day - Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Come beat the heat indoors with us! All are invited to Family Literacy Day on Wednesday\, June 19. Stay cool and enjoy fun games & literacy activities\, story time\, free books\, and more. 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at 420 E. Alcott St.\, inside the Goodwill building.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-pollinators/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240610T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240529T190218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T190218Z
UID:17326-1718024400-1718031600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Community Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, June 10\, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. at Interfaith Homes for a Community Resource Fair! Many local agencies will be on site ready to provide helpful\, important information to help you and your family live better\, healthier lives. This event is free and open to the broader Kalamazoo community and we hope to see everyone there. Please call (269) 382-5771 or email rollie@kalamazooliteracy.org with questions.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/community-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Interfaith Homes\, 1037 Interfaith Boulevard\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240530T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240530T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240508T194812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T194812Z
UID:17059-1717090200-1717095600@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:2024 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our annual meeting on Thursday\, May 30. We look forward to sharing exciting programming highlights from the past year\, insights on the state of adult literacy in the region\, and plans to continue celebrating our 50th anniversary. We will also honor the Edison Resident Scholars as our Literacy Advocates of the Year\, for their tireless efforts around community-engaged work at the neighborhood level. \nGuests will enjoy a catered meal. Please RSVP by May 23 to (269) 382-0490 ext. 211 or by clicking here.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/2024-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:honor credit union\, 4400 Stadium Dr.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240522T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240510T141609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T174447Z
UID:17085-1716397200-1716404400@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:Family Literacy Day - Spring Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, May 22\, as we kick off the Family Literacy Day season with Spring Fest. We’ll have fun activities in the Read and Seed community garden\, free books from Kalamazoo Public Library\, a cool story walk\, and more. All are invited! \nThe Read and Seed community garden is located behind the Goodwill Industries building at 420 E. Alcott St. Contact Kamaria with questions at (269) 382-0490 ext. 263 or knichols@kalamazooliteracy.org.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/family-literacy-day-spring-fest/
LOCATION:420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo\, MI 49001\, 420 E. Alcott Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240418T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240418T183000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120730
CREATED:20240223T165028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T165029Z
UID:15854-1713459600-1713465000@kalamazooliteracy.org
SUMMARY:"What's up\, I can't read" - Community and Literacy with Oliver James
DESCRIPTION:Join the Kalamazoo Literacy Council and the Kalamazoo Public Library as we proudly welcome Oliver James to Kalamazoo\, on Thursday\, April 18! Oliver is a motivational speaker\, father\, and  adult learner who began teaching himself to read as an adult. He chronicled his literacy journey on social media and has amassed hundreds of thousands of followers and supporters. Oliver has received plenty of media attention as well\, including People Magazine\, Good Morning America\, and NPR\, and he is the recipient of the Barbara Bush National Literacy Honor Award from the Barbara Bush Foundation. Despite all the public accolades\, Oliver says his journey is just getting started and that he’s determined to do everything he can do keep motivating millions of adults just like him to reach their goals. \nThis is a free community wide event. Please register here on the Kalamazoo Public Library’s website.
URL:https://kalamazooliteracy.org/event/whats-up-i-cant-read-community-and-literacy-with-oliver-james/
LOCATION:Mt. Zion Baptist Church\, 120 Roberson St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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