Meet the Author! Reading and Crafting event with Larissa Theule

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

1750 E Beltline Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49546 | Grand Rapids, MI

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The Preserve is partnering with the Calvin Festival of Faith and Writing to welcome Calvin alumna, Larissa Theule, for a special reading, Q&A, and book signing event! Theule's newest children's book is "The Sweater" - a heartwarming story of forest creatures and themes of community, welcome, and home. Copies will be available for sale, and don't miss the snacks and sweater-themed crafts! Free admission. Please register in advance.
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