RAWK @ReadWriteKzoo
Celebrating and amplifying youth voices in the Kalamazoo, MI area. Workshops, publishing youth work, reading-themed events, in-school programming, and more! readandwritekzoo.org Kalamazoo, MI Joined May 2013-
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Bring your appetite and join us this evening at out annual RAWK Reads Block Party! We are grateful to have FREE food provided by local vendor, including Cairo's Kitchen, St. Lou-ish Fish, and Lady London Icy Cups and More!
Join us this evening, August 7th, from 5:30PM–7:00PM at our annual RAWK Reads Block Party and celebrate our creative youth in Kalamazoo. We're excited to feature local youth artists including La Danza Folklorica, Suicide Squad, and Anessa!
You won't want to miss these phenomenal live performances curated by Soul Artistry. We're excited to feature local youth artists including La Danzy Folklorica, Suicide Squad, and Anessa!
In our collaborative writing workshop with KPL, youth brought their stories to life through vision boards inspired by their own creative writing. Their voices, ideas, and imagination came together in powerful and visual ways!
🎤 Calling all 7th–9th graders! Step into your spotlight at Mic Check: Read, Write, Rhyme Camp! Join us June 9, 11, & 12 from 2–4 PM at the Southwestern Michigan Urban League in Battle Creek. Scan the QR code to register or visit swmurbanleague.org/general-4 for more details.
We’re thrilled to shine the RAWK Spotlight on our friend and neighbor Steve Walsh from the Vine Neighborhood Association! Steve’s commitment to building community and supporting young people makes him a true force for good, and we’re honored to celebrate him this month!
RAWK Summer Camps are open for registration! Youth entering 4th–8th grade can join our Summer Writing Camp to explore creative writing across genres. High school-aged youth are invited to apply for our Youth Leadership Camp. Register today to write, lead, and RAWK this summer!
The Artazijah Julian RAWK Reading Scholarship is now accepting applications! For full details on eligibility, requirements, and how to apply, visit readandwritekzoo.org/home-2/scholar…. Applications must be submitted by June 14, 2025 for consideration.
Huge shoutout/thanks to the Vine Neighborhood Association for opening up their space and showing love to our community! Your support makes it possible for events like ours to thrive—where music, art, and youth voices come together in powerful ways.
Don’t miss this! We’ve got limited-edition merch dropping at our Annual Celebration on April 26th—and once it’s gone, it’s gone! Come through to shop exclusive gear, support youth entrepreneurs, and soak in the vibes. 📍 802 S. Westnedge Ave. 📅 April 26, 2025 ⏰ 2:00p-5:00p
Shoutout to our amazing community partners & info tables! We’re so grateful for the local artists, makers, and orgs showing up to support and celebrate with us on April 26th! Come vibe, shop, and connect with folks who help our community thrive.
Calling all creative, thoughtful, and passionate middle and high schoolers– RAWK’s Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is looking for new voices! Visit readandwritekzoo.org/how-to-help or scan the QR code to complete the form!
Join us in celebrating youth at our Annual Celebration on April 26th, 2025! Selected works by our youth artist-entrepreneurs will be on display—and available for purchase in person! Saturday, April 26th, 2025 Time: 2:00p-5:00p Location: 802 S. Westnedge Ave.
We’re throwing a silent disco-and trust us, you want to be there. Free. Fresh. Unforgettable. Bring your people. Bring your energy. Let’s move. It’s going down. Don’t hear about it later—be there. Saturday, April 26th, 2025 Time: 2:00p-5:00p Location: 802 S. Westnedge Ave.
Join RAWK at Robert’s Barbershop (507 W. Vine St.) on Friday, April 25th from 4:30–6:30 PM for an evening of fresh cuts, free books, fun conversations, and family-friendly resources!
Join us for Read and Write Night on April 16 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm as we explore The Earth Gives More by Sue Fliess, illustrated by Christiane Engel. This book reminds us to care for the planet in all of its seasons. Scan the QR code to register, or visit readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/read-…
Join our friends at the Lewis Walker Institute for a meaningful and memorable evening at their Gala Benefit Fundraiser on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the WMU Student Center. This special night supports LWI Youth Programs, helping to uplift and empower the next generation.
Join us as RAWK teams up with Kalamazoo Poetry Festival for a youth poetry experience centered on the theme of Gratitude! This is a chance for middle and high school students in Kalamazoo County to connect through the power of words. Register now at readandwritekzoo.org/schedule/first…
This March, don’t miss our special installation in the Tiny Little Art Gallery series by Katie Boertman! Stop by 3214 Winchell Ave in the Winchell Neighborhood to check it out!
📚✨ Celebrate National Reading Month the RAWK way! ✨📚 More than 50% of the youth we serve face barriers to access due to race or class. With your support, we can continue our mission to celebrate and amplify youth voices in our community. readandwritekzoo.org
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