Community Read – When Stars are Scattered
We are thrilled to announce our Community Read for this year: When Stars Are Scattered by Omar Mohamed and Victoria Jamieson! This heartwarming graphic novel, suitable for all ages, will be our focus for a summer of reading and a fall of community engagement.
FALL EVENTS
As summer turns to fall, we will have events to deepen our collective experience with our summer book.
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A collage of photos and words from you! Did you read this book with some friends or family and want to share a photo? What one word comes to mind when you think of this book? Send us your photo and word and we’ll put it together in celebration. Email irrcmidmichigan@gmail.com
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August: A community dialogue about the book and a display of traditional Somali clothes and arts and crafts.
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September: A cooking class celebrating the tastes of Somalia.
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September: A Graphic Novel workshop for teens and young adults
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October: Author Visit!
Contact us about event details and how you can get involved. We are excited to embark on this journey with you and look forward to the rich discussions and connections that will emerge from our shared reading experience.