Event List

Learn about caregiving and future planning from Shelly Amerman of Thrive West Central Indiana while enjoying a treat. All registered attendees receive a Grand Traverse gift card to...

Ages 8–12: Thirteen-year-old Zoe Washington dreams of the Broadway stage—and when she gets into Broadway Bound, a prestigious theater camp, she’s determined to prove herself! Born ...

Are you or someone you love struggling with mental health, addiction, childcare, employment, or living conditions? Find help at the Community Resource Fair! Over a dozen commu...

Ages 5 & Up: At Sensory Storytime, your child or care recipient will enjoy a stimulating experience designed to engage their senses and provide opportunities for movement,...

Uncover the power of your own voice with professional writer Leah Singer! Use writing prompts inspired by Rebekah Taussig’s Sitting Pretty to explore themes of identity, disability...

Ages 2–5: Introduce your little one to American Sign Language (ASL) with help from Suzy Head, one of the 2025 500 Festival Princesses and the 2025 Miss Indiana State University. In...

Ages 13–18: Discover new ways to express yourself with writing prompts that explore identity and challenge stereotypes. Use creative tools like photographs to reflect on your exper...

Author Rebekah Taussig reflects on what it was like growing up as a paralyzed girl, what it means to live in a disabled body, and how disability affects us all in her memoir Sittin...

Learn about caregiving and future planning from Shelly Amerman of Thrive West Central Indiana while enjoying a treat. All registered attendees receive a Grand Traverse gift card to...

Understanding disability waivers can be confusing, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Join Ella Boyd from the Arc of Indiana as she explains how these waivers work, who qua...

Ages 16 & Up: Are you an aspiring author who is looking to publish your first book—or a seasoned pro who wants to learn more about self-publishing your books directly to Amazon...

Author Rebekah Taussig reflects on what it was like growing up as a paralyzed girl, what it means to live in a body that doesn’t fit, and how disability affects us all in her memoi...

Are you or someone you love struggling with mental health, addiction, childcare, employment, or living conditions? Find help at the Community Resource Fair! Over a dozen commu...

Children and teenagers learn empathy, resilience, and self-regulation by watching the adults in their lives. At Fostering Emotional Intelligence In Youth, you’ll explore how you pl...

Ages 5 & Up: At Sensory Storytime, your child or care recipient will enjoy a stimulating experience designed to engage their senses and provide opportunities for movement,...

Whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply curious, meet the talented artists behind the 2025 NEA Big Read Exhibit at the Artist Reception. Awards for Best in Show and Pe...