The Literature in Person Reading Series, in collaboration with The Michigan Poet, Artworks and Great Lakes Book and Supply present a series of events to celebrate National Poetry Month. All events are free and open to the public!

Thursday, April 12, 4:30pm:
Jamie Thomas and Glenn Shaheen will be at Great Lakes Book and Supply for a book talk and signing.

Thursday, April 12, 7:30pm:
Jamie Thomas and Glenn Shaheen will read their own work at The Old Jail in Big Rapids.

Saturday, April 14, 2pm:
Jon Taylor will help youth and their parents to write a poem of their own at Artworks of Big Rapids.

Saturday, April 28, 3pm:
Artworks will host an Open Mic Raffle. Reading a poem, whether personally authored or the work of another, will earn one raffle ticket (limit one ticket per reader). Prizes will include $25, a signed copy of The Michigan Poet and more!

Artworks is a proud supporter of The Michigan Poet

Each month, The Michigan Poet prints a lovely poster with a specially selected poem. Signed copies are available in the Artworks Gift Shop.

The Michigan Poet believes that art enriches our lives, and fosters positive, creative, and unique identities that are essential to the success of any community. The Michigan Poet affirms Michigan as a state of important art and unique culture.

Learn more at The Michigan Poet web site.