Events

In communities across Michigan, humanities-rich programming is making a lasting impact in the hearts and minds of residents and visitors alike. MI Humanities is proud to partner with local community champions to bring you high-quality public programming through community project grants, Museum on Main Street, and more.

PLEASE NOTE: Some events may be canceled or postponed. We work to ensure that our events calendar remains accurate. We strongly urge you to call the event contact for any program you are interested in to confirm that the event is still planned.

Michigan Poetry Out Loud State Finals

Crowne Plaza Lansing 925 S Creyts Rd, Lansing, Michigan

Join students, teachers, and community members from across the state for the 2024 Michigan Poetry Out Loud State Finals, an annual competition to be held at the Crowne Plaza Lansing on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Crowne Plaza Lansing is located at at 925 S Creyts Rd., Lansing, MI […]

Morel 101: Pickin’ with the Champ

Big Rapids Community Library 426 S. Michigan Ave., Big Rapids, MI

Pickin' with the Champ...with five-time Morel Picking Champion Anthony Williams. Morel stories, folklore, and tips! Register for this event by logging into your account on our catalog and find the sign-up under "Events & Rooms." Funding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities –Arts and Humanities Touring Grant. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations […]

Irish Night

The Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts 101 Maple Street, Manistee, MI

Irish night is back!  starting the night off is local band "Black House Monks"  followed by Kennedy's Kitchen.  Kennedy's Kitchen, led by joHn Kennedy, plays a mix of all things Irish, based in the heart of South Bend, Indiana.“ Funding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities –Arts and Humanities Touring Grant. Any views, […]

WLHS Drama Club Presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid

Whitmore Lake High School 7430 Whitmore Lake Rd, Whitmore Lake, MI

Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman & John Musher and written & directed by John Musker and Ron Clements. Originally produced by Disney Theatrical Productions. Disney’s The Little Mermaid is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied […]

WLHS Drama Club Presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid

Whitmore Lake High School 7430 Whitmore Lake Rd, Whitmore Lake, MI

Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman & John Musher and written & directed by John Musker and Ron Clements. Originally produced by Disney Theatrical Productions. Disney’s The Little Mermaid is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied […]

One Book One Community of Monroe County – Kickoff with Sally Cole-Misch

Monroe County Community College Library 1555 S. Raisinville Road, Monroe

Funding for the Great Michigan Read program is provided by Michigan Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities.

Books on Tap

Short’s Brewing Company – Pull Barn 211 Industrial Park, Elk Rapids, MI

Come on down to The Pull Barn for their first-ever Books on Tap Club! Let’s dive into a spirited discussion about “Firekeeper’s Daughter.” Grab a complimentary copy at the Elk Rapids Library, and on book club night, your first pint is just $1. See you there! Funding for the Great Michigan Read program is provided […]

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Frankenmuth James E Wickson District Library 359 S Franklin St, Frankenmuth, MI

Virtual Program by The Smithsonian American Art Museum: Don't miss our live virtual program! Stay tuned for a unique experience that explores the cultural depths of Fire Keeper's Daughter. Register by calling or emailing jen@wicksonlibrary.org Funding for the Great Michigan Read program is provided by Michigan Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in […]

Book Royale: Firekeeper’s Daughter

Butman-Fish Branch Library 1716 Hancock St, Saginaw, MI, United States

To register, contact: jpotter@saginawlibrary.org or call 989-799-9160. Funding for the Great Michigan Read program is provided by Michigan Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities.

Book Club: The Firekeeper’s Daughter

Caro Area District Library 840 W Frank St, Caro, MI

Pick up a book at the library and join us for a great discussion. This is the Great Michigan Read book for this year so we have copies that you can take and share with friends. "Eighteen-year-old Daunis Fontaine has never quite fit in, both in her hometown and on the nearby Ojibwe reservation. She […]

Nigitigaaninaan (Our Plants) with the Ziibiwing Center

Butman-Fish Branch Library 1716 Hancock St, Saginaw, MI, United States

Before European contact, the Anishinabek had their own ways of using plants. The Anishinabek have special relationships with the plants. This valuable information has been passed down from elders to children over generations, and still perseveres today. Learn about some Anishinabe uses of plants, and how plants are viewed in a cultural context. To Register, […]

Extraordinary Women of the U.P. Exhibit Opening

NMU Beaumier Heritage Center 1401 Presque Avenue, Marquette, MI

To celebrate Women’s History Month and the great accomplishments of women across the region, the Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center is opening the exhibition, “Extraordinary Women of the U.P.,” on Saturday, March 23 at 1 p.m. The event will take place in the Center’s gallery in Gries Hall on the campus of Northern Michigan University and is free […]

Firekeeper’s Daughter Book Discussion

Grace A. Dow Memorial Library 1710 W. St. Andrews Road, Midland, MI, United States

Join us in the Orchard Room for a book discussion on Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley. Firekeeper's Daughter is the 2023-2024 Great Michigan Read. It's the story of Daunis, who is part Ojibwe, deferring her enrollment at the University of Michigan to care for her mother. She reluctantly becomes involved in the investigation of a […]

Capital City Film Festival

Lansing, Michigan Lansing, MI

The Capital City Film Festival (CCFF) celebrates artists from around the world by curating outstanding multimedia experiences for the community. The annual festival showcases an eclectic mix of independent films, live music, interactive media, and more in Michigan’s capital city. Please visit the Capital City Film Festival website to find the several locations the films […]

Firekeeper’s Daughter Book Discussion

Frankenmuth James E Wickson District Library 359 S Franklin St, Frankenmuth, MI

Share your thoughts and insights during our book discussion. A wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow readers and explore the themes of the novel. Funding for the Great Michigan Read program is provided by Michigan Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or […]

Kef Time – An Evening in Armenia and Middle East

The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center 29995 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI

Ara Topouzian returns to The Hawk this spring with Kef Time: An Evening in Armenia and Middle East. “Kef” means party and Ara Topouzian and bandmates will host a special evening of music, dancing, and entertainment that will take audiences back to Detroit’s famous nightclub culture of the 1950s and 1960s. Many of these nightclubs […]

One Book Shiawassee/Angeline Boulley Author Visit

Lebowsky Center for Performing Arts 122 E. Main St, Owosso, MI

Community District Library's countywide One Book Shiawassee event culminates with a visit from Angeline Boulley, author of the award winning book, Firekeeper's Daughter. The author presentation will begin at 1pm followed by a brief question & answer time, and then book signing. Limited quantities of Firekeeper's Daughter and Warrior Girl Unearthed will be available for purchase. This event will be […]