September 2020
Hispanic or Latino? | Discussing Latinx Identities
Hispanic or Latino? | Discussing Latinx Identities Wednesday, September 30, 2020, 6:00 pm Virtual Event | GRPL’s Facebook Page Join GRPL for a LIVE discussion and explore the meaning of being Hispanic or Latino and tackle misconceptions and stereotypes within the Grand Rapids community and nationally. After the discussion, participate in a Q&A with the panelists. Panelists include: Erica Soto, Assistant Director of the Seidman Boys & Girls Club - Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth and President of BL²END - Business Leaders…
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Paranormal Stories with Sapphire
Paranormal Stories with Sapphire Saturday, October 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31, 7:30 pm Virtual Event | GRPL’s Facebook Page and YouTube Channel Join national host Sapphire Sandalo every Saturday in October! She created the web series and podcast “Something Scary” and is a recurring Paranormal Expert on “Paranormal Caught On Camera” on Travel Channel, and the upcoming “Paranormal Night Shift”. Explore paranormal and supernatural phenomena through stories, interviews, and poems. Share your own paranormal or spooky experience with GRPL for a chance to have your story…
Find out more »¡Zumba Rumba!
¡Zumba Rumba! Monday, September 21, 2020, 10:30 am Monday, September 28, 2020, 6:00 pm Monday, October 5, 2020, 10:30 am Monday, October 12, 2020, 6:00 pm Virtual Event | GRPL’s Facebook Page and YouTube Channel Join GRPL for virtual Zumba classes led by certified instructor, Angie Ramirez! This four-part interactive digital series features lively Latin music and is perfect for Zumba beginners. ¡Zumba Rumba! Lunes, 21 de septiembre de 2020, 10:30 am Lunes, 28 de septiembre de 2020, 6:00 pm Lunes, 5…
Find out more »¡Vamos A Leer!
¡Vamos A Leer! Tuesday, September 22 & September 29, 2020, 1:00 - 1:15 pm Tuesday, October 6 & 13, 2020, 1:00 - 1:15 pm Virtual Event | GRPL’s Facebook Page and YouTube Channel This storytime, in collaboration with Grand Rapids Public Library (GRPL), Grandville Avenue Arts & Humanities (GAAH), Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC), LINC UP, and MSU Extension celebrates the power of being bilingual and hispanic heritage. The stories we share will be read in both Spanish and English.…
Find out more »Social Justice Begins with Me: A Book Club for Kids
Social Justice Begins with Me: A Book Club for Kids Saturday, October 10, 2020 10:30 - 11:30 am Virtual Program | Zoom Pre-registration required. Children ages 4-11 can explore social justice topics that impact their daily lives through children's literature. GVSU, GRPL, Safe Haven Ministries, and community volunteers will read children's books on that month's social justice topic (e.g. celebrating diversity, gender, equity, disability). After the book readings, we virtually discuss the month's social justice topic in small groups. Participants…
Find out more »Voter Registration Days at GRPL
Voter Registration Days at GRPL Friday, October 16, 2020, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Main Library - 111 Library Street Ottawa Hills Branch - 1150 Giddings SE Madison Square Branch - 1201 Madison SE Van Belkum Branch - 1563 Plainfield NE Westside Branch 713 Bridge NW Drop by select Grand Rapids Public Library locations during our Voter Registration Days and learn more about the absentee ballot process, register to vote, or ask questions about the November general election. We’ve partnered…
Find out more »Voter Registration Days at GRPL
Voter Registration Days at GRPL Saturday, October 17, 2020, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Main Library - 111 Library Street Seymour Branch - 2350 Eastern SE West Leonard Branch - 1017 Leonard NW Yankee Clipper Branch - 2025 Leonard NE Drop by select Grand Rapids Public Library locations during our Voter Registration Days and learn more about the absentee ballot process, register to vote, or ask questions about the November general election. We’ve partnered with the League of Women Voters…
Find out more »Reading into Suffrage History | Death in Ten Minutes
Reading into Suffrage History Wednesday, October 21, 7:00 pm Virtual Program | Zoom Book: Death in Ten Minutes: The forgotten life of radical suffragette Kitty Marion, by Fern Riddell In partnership with the Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council, this three-part book discussion series will explore a variety of titles related to the history of the suffrage movement as the United States celebrates the centennial anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment. Join Grand Rapids Public Library staff and…
Find out more »Watch Party | Macario (1960)
Watch Party | Macario (1960) Friday, October 30, 2020, 6:00 pm Virtual Program | Watch2Gether A link to this event will be shared a week before the event. This film is not rated. Join us for an online screening of Macario (1960)! Through the lens of this classic film, navigate important cultural elements and the socio-economic hardships of Colonial Mexico. Macario, the film's protagonist, faces three paranormal visits on the eve of Día de los Muertos while attempting to achieve his…
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Remote Intro to Coding Workshop with Grand Rapids Public Library
Remote Intro to Coding Workshop with Grand Rapids Public Library Wednesday, September 16, 2020 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 Wednesday, February 3, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Register here. Looking to transition to a career in tech or curious about tech careers? Let us help you on your journey! At Grand Circus, we believe anyone can become a developer. This FREE Intro to Coding Workshop is designed for those who are curious about coding, but who have very little or…
Find out more »Social Justice Begins with Me: A Book Club for Kids
Social Justice Begins with Me: A Book Club for Kids Saturday, November 14, 2020 10:30 - 11:30 am Virtual Program | Zoom Pre-registration required. Children ages 4-11 can explore social justice topics that impact their daily lives through children's literature. GVSU, GRPL, Safe Haven Ministries, and community volunteers will read children's books on that month's social justice topic (e.g. celebrating diversity, gender, equity, disability). After the book readings, we virtually discuss the month's social justice topic in small groups. Participants…
Find out more »Reading into Suffrage History | All Bound Up Together
Reading into Suffrage History Wednesday, November 18, 7:00 pm Virtual Program | Zoom Book: All Bound Up Together: The Woman Question in African American Public Culture, 1830-1900, by Martha S. Jones In partnership with the Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council, this three-part book discussion series will explore a variety of titles related to the history of the suffrage movement as the United States celebrates the centennial anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment. Join Grand Rapids Public Library…
Find out more »December 2020
Social Justice Begins with Me: A Book Club for Kids
Social Justice Begins with Me: A Book Club for Kids Saturday, December 12, 2020 10:30 - 11:30 am Virtual Program | Zoom Pre-registration required. Children ages 4-11 can explore social justice topics that impact their daily lives through children's literature. GVSU, GRPL, Safe Haven Ministries, and community volunteers will read children's books on that month's social justice topic (e.g. celebrating diversity, gender, equity, disability). After the book readings, we virtually discuss the month's social justice topic in small groups. Participants…
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