Volunteer Orientation — December

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Start a new chapter by volunteering with RAWK! Learn about what we do, how we do it, and exactly how we could use your skills. Register Now

4th & 5th Grade: Travel Photo Narratives

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Students will first learn about the basics of digital and smartphone photography, visual storytelling, and travel writing, followed by a street photography excursion through the Vine neighborhood.  During the latter half of the workshop, students will choose a series of 

6th, 7th, & 8th Grade: Zine Workshop

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Students will be introduced to the world of self-published fanzines motivated by the writers’ desire to share information, ideas, musings, etc. with a wider audience.  Whether it be political views, poetry and personal writing, food and music reviews, zines about 

Volunteer Orientation — February

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Start a new chapter by volunteering with RAWK! Learn about what we do, how we do it, and exactly how you can use your skills to help celebrate and amplify youth voice. Register Now

Pre-K Thematic Workshop: Words and Images

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

A morning for our youngest RAWKstars to make their own word and picture books with the help of their parent/guardian. Together we’ll ask curious questions, create new worlds, and ponder big ideas. Registration Open Now!

Free

Last Saturdays Drop-In Studio LEAP DAY EDITION!

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

The Last Saturday of each month from 11am–2pm, Middle School & High School aged students are invited to Drop-In Studio time to work on writing projects and earn print credits to publish their work! Writing and ‘Zine Making supplies will 

Last Saturdays Drop-In Studio

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

The Last Saturday of each month from 11am–2pm, Middle School & High School aged students are invited to Drop-In Studio time to work on writing projects and earn print credits to publish their work! Writing and ‘Zine Making supplies will 

2nd & 3rd Grade Workshop: Time and Space Travel Food Reviews

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Where in the Milky Way is the best cheese pizza?  Has the old dinosaur BBQ joint lost its charm since the Cretaceous period? Create a dining handbook for those eager foodies traveling throughout different histories, galaxies, and alternate dimensions. Registration 

Free

4th & 5th grade Writing Workshop: Dystopian Travelogues

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Living the post-apocalyptic nomadic dream? Write about the places you’ve visited, the people you’ve met, and the cultures and traditions you’ve experienced during your travels across this eerie but familiar landscape. Registration Opens April 16th!

Free

Virtual Summer Writing Camp – High School

Virtual Summer Writing Camps are here! Each camper will meet virtually with the Camp leader and two assistants (summer interns) daily during one of three 40-minute group sessions. In addition, each camper will have a 20-minute individual session with one 

Virtual Summer Writing Camp – 4th & 5th Grade

Virtual Summer Writing Camps are here! Each camper will meet virtually with the Camp leader and two assistants (summer interns) daily during one of three 40-minute group sessions. In addition, each camper will have a 20-minute individual session with one 

Virtual Summer Writing Camp – 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade

Virtual Summer Writing Camps are here! Each camper will meet virtually with the Camp leader and two assistants (summer interns) daily during one of three 40-minute group sessions. In addition, each camper will have a 20-minute individual session with one 

Rootead Storytelling with Drum & Dance

Virtual - Zoom

Rootead will join RAWK for two special virtual workshops to explore and share the cultural storytelling methods of Traditional West African Drum & Dance! You’ll learn that sharing your story doesn’t have to just mean using your words, sometimes it 

Read And Write Nights

Virtual

The 3rd Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Join RAWK and volunteers for an evening of….well, reading and writing together. Youth in grades K–5 are invited to join volunteers from the Western Michigan University chapter of 

Read And Write Nights

Virtual - Zoom

The 3rd Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Join RAWK and volunteers for an evening of…well, reading and writing together. Youth in grades K–5 are invited to join volunteers from the Western Michigan University chapter of 

Read And Write Nights

Virtual - Google Meet

The 3rd Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Join RAWK and volunteers for an evening of….well, reading and writing together. Kalamazoo County youth in grades K–5 are invited to join volunteers from the Western Michigan University 

Virtual Volunteer TRAINING

Virtual - Zoom

Our Volunteer Trainings take an in-depth look at RAWK's values and how we apply them to our work with students. This training is required for Volunteers who work directly with students.   RSVP for your Volunteer Training here: Our Virtual 

Virtual Volunteer TRAINING

Virtual - Zoom

Our Volunteer Trainings take an in-depth look at RAWK's values and how we apply them to our work with students. This training is required for Volunteers who work directly with students.   RSVP for your Volunteer Training here: Our Virtual 

Read And Write Nights

Virtual - Google Meet

The 3rd Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Join RAWK and volunteers for an evening of….well, reading and writing together. Kalamazoo County youth in grades K–5 are invited to join volunteers from the Western Michigan University 

The Poet Speaks Workshop – Middle School

Virtual - Google Meet

RAWK has the privilege of virtually hosting Amanda Eke and her workshop– The Poet Speaks Saturday, January 23rd 10:00am–11:00am - Middle School aged students (9–13 years old) 1:00pm–2:00pm - High School aged students (14–19 years old) "The Poet Speaks" is 

The Poet Speaks Workshop – High School

Virtual - Google Meet

RAWK has the privilege of virtually hosting Amanda Eke and her workshop– The Poet Speaks Saturday, January 23rd 10:00am–11:00am - Middle School aged students (9–13 years old) 1:00pm–2:00pm - High School aged students (14–19 years old) "The Poet Speaks" is 

Read And Write Nights

Virtual - Google Meet

The 3rd Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Join RAWK and volunteers for an evening of….well, reading and writing together. Kalamazoo County youth in grades K–5 are invited to join volunteers from the Western Michigan University 

Middle School Dreaming Workshop – “For Everyone”

Virtual - Google Meet

As Jason Reynolds writes in For Everyone, "Dreams Aren't Reserved for the Creatives" RAWK invites Middle School aged students to join us for an exploration of this visually and verbally dynamic piece of writing from our National Ambassador of Youth 

Read And Write Nights

Virtual - Google Meet

The 3rd (and 4th!) Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Join RAWK and volunteers for an evening of….well, reading and writing together. Kalamazoo County youth in grades K–5 are invited to join volunteers from the Western 

Read And Write Nights

Virtual - Google Meet

The 3rd (and 4th!) Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Join RAWK and volunteers for an evening of….well, reading and writing together. Kalamazoo County youth in grades K–5 are invited to join volunteers from the Western 

Read And Write Nights

Virtual - Google Meet

The 3rd (and 4th) Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Join RAWK and volunteers for an evening of….well, reading and writing together. Kalamazoo County youth in grades K–5 are invited to join volunteers from the Western 

Elementary School Poetry Workshop – Odes: Poems of Praise

Virtual - Google Meet

Elementary school-aged students across Kalamazoo County are invited to join us for a Saturday morning of sharing our love, joy, and praise in the form of ODES! Students will learn more about this poetic form, read a book about the 

Read And Write Nights

Virtual - Google Meet

The 3rd (and 4th) Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Join RAWK and volunteers for an evening of….well, reading and writing together. Kalamazoo County youth in grades K–5 are invited to join volunteers from the Western 

High School “Our Voices Project” with Public Media Network

Virtual - Google Meet

Join RAWK and Public Media Network for this very special partnership. During the RAWK/PMN journalism Workshop, students will participate in the Our Voices Project to create a collage of youth stories. Students will receive training in journalism and interviewing basics 

RAWK Reads – RAWK The Block!

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

RAWK Reads is our annual celebration of our Summer Writers and the release of our Summer Anthology! We come together to hear these freshly published young writers read their words to their adoring fans and celebrate their accomplishments. This year 

Free

Lunch with Octavia Butler’s Parable of the Sower – High School aged students

KPL Alma Powell Branch 1000 W Paterson St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Enjoy a free lunch, a free copy of the graphic novel version of Octavia Butler's Parable of the Sower, and an awesome discussion of the novel!
Part of the Kalamazoo Emergence Program Series initiated by Kalamazoo Nature Center

Read And Write Nights – October

Virtual - Google Meet

The 2nd Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Our Natural Connections – 3rd, 4th, & 5th grade Workshop

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

In this writing workshop series youth will discuss and explore our relationships with the natural world.
In solidarity with the Kalamazoo Emergence Program Series initiated by Kalamazoo Nature Center

Read And Write Nights – November

Virtual - Google Meet

The 2nd Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Youth Voices MLK Day Monologue Workshop Series

Virtual - Google Meet

We’re inviting Kalamazoo County youth in grades 4th–12th to join us for a 4-part workshop series to write, edit, polish, and perform their own monologues inspired by Martin Luther King Jr., our historical struggles for civil rights, and our community MLK Day theme, The time is always right to do what is right.

FREE

Our Natural Connections – K, 1st, & 2nd grade Workshop

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

In this writing workshop series youth will discuss and explore our relationships with the natural world.
In solidarity with the Kalamazoo Emergence Program Series initiated by Kalamazoo Nature Center

Art Hop at RAWK!

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Don't miss Art Hop @ RAWK on December 3rd! We are honored to be joined by Denise Miller, artist, poet, playwright, community activist, and so much more! They will share their artwork throughout the evening, with a special performance at 

FREE

Our Natural Connections – 6th, 7th, & 8th grade Workshop

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

In this writing workshop series youth will discuss and explore our relationships with the natural world.
In solidarity with the Kalamazoo Emergence Program Series initiated by Kalamazoo Nature Center

Read And Write Nights – December

Virtual - Google Meet

The 2nd Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Read And Write Nights – February

Virtual - Google Meet

The 2nd Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Read And Write Nights – March

Virtual - Google Meet

Sign up now for Read and Write Night! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Read And Write Nights – April

Virtual - Google Meet

The 2nd Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Read And Write Nights – May

Virtual - Google Meet

The 2nd Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

RAWK offers Volunteer Training IN PERSON every first Saturday of the month, from 10:00AM–12:00PM. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering 

Youth Advisory Council Meeting

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

The RAWK Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is a group of young people dedicated to guiding and advancing the RAWK mission by working directly with our Executive Director, Dr. Kandace Lavender on research and development projects, event planning, and more.

RAWK the KIA Everyone is a Member Day

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

You're invited to RAWK with us at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Everyone is a Member Day!

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

Virtual - Zoom

RAWK offers Volunteer Training VIRTUALLY every third Tuesday of the month, from 6:00PM–8:00PM (with the exception of September, when virtual training will take place on Tuesday, September 27). All virtual trainings take place on Zoom (link will be sent to trainees upon registration). 

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

RAWK offers Volunteer Training IN PERSON every first Saturday of the month, from 10:00AM–12:00PM. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering 

Read And Write Nights – October

Virtual - Google Meet

The first Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Youth Advisory Council Meeting

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

The RAWK Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is a group of young people dedicated to guiding and advancing the RAWK mission by working directly with our Executive Director, Dr. Kandace Lavender on research and development projects, event planning, and more.

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

Virtual - Zoom

RAWK offers Volunteer Training VIRTUALLY every third Tuesday of the month, from 6:00PM–8:00PM (with the exception of September, when virtual training will take place on Tuesday, September 27). All virtual trainings take place on Zoom (link will be sent to trainees upon registration). 

Youth Voices Monologue Workshop Series

Virtual - Google Meet

Kalamazoo County youth in grades 4th–12th are invited to join us for a virtual workshop series inspired by Martin Luther King Jr., our historical struggles for civil rights, and the powerful tradition of oral storytelling.

Unmasking Masculinity with the KIA

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Read And Write Kalamazoo and the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) invite middle school and high school aged students to explore what the Unmasking Masculinity exhibition means to you!

Read And Write Nights – November

Virtual - Google Meet

The first Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

RAWK offers Volunteer Training IN PERSON every first Saturday of the month, from 10:00AM–12:00PM. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering 

Youth Advisory Council Meeting

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

The RAWK Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is a group of young people dedicated to guiding and advancing the RAWK mission by working directly with our Executive Director, Dr. Kandace Lavender on research and development projects, event planning, and more.

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

Virtual - Zoom

RAWK offers Volunteer Training VIRTUALLY every third Tuesday of the month, from 6:00PM–8:00PM (with the exception of September, when virtual training will take place on Tuesday, September 27). All virtual trainings take place on Zoom (link will be sent to trainees upon registration). 

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

RAWK offers Volunteer Training IN PERSON every first Saturday of the month, from 10:00AM–12:00PM. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering 

Read And Write Nights – December

Virtual - Google Meet

The first Wednesday of the month is now Read and Write Night! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Youth Advisory Council Meeting

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

The RAWK Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is a group of young people dedicated to guiding and advancing the RAWK mission by working directly with our Executive Director, Dr. Kandace Lavender on research and development projects, event planning, and more.

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

RAWK offers Volunteer Training VIRTUALLY every third Tuesday of the month, from 6:00PM–8:00PM (with the exception of December, when virtual training will take place on Monday, December 19 from 6:00–8:00PM). All virtual trainings take place on Zoom (link will be sent 

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

RAWK offers Volunteer Training IN PERSON every first Saturday of the month, from 10:00AM–12:00PM. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering 

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

RAWK offers Volunteer Training VIRTUALLY every third Tuesday of the month, from 6:00PM–8:00PM. All virtual trainings take place on Zoom (link will be sent to trainees upon registration). All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering at our Readers’ Rooms 

Scholarship Essay Writing Series (part 1 of 4)

Kalamazoo Promise 180 E Water St, Unit 2005, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

The Scholarship Essay Writing Series is a 4 session writing workshop for high school seniors hosted by Read and Write Kalamazoo, WMU, The Kalamazoo Promise, and The Kalamazoo Community Foundation.

Scholarship Essay Writing Series (part 2 of 4)

Kalamazoo Promise 180 E Water St, Unit 2005, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

The Scholarship Essay Writing Series is a 4 session writing workshop for high school seniors hosted by Read and Write Kalamazoo, WMU, The Kalamazoo Promise, and The Kalamazoo Community Foundation.

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

RAWK offers Volunteer Training IN PERSON every first Saturday of the month, from 10:00AM–12:00PM. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering 

Scholarship Essay Writing Series (part 3 of 4)

Kalamazoo Promise 180 E Water St, Unit 2005, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

The Scholarship Essay Writing Series is a 4 session writing workshop for high school seniors hosted by Read and Write Kalamazoo, WMU, The Kalamazoo Promise, and The Kalamazoo Community Foundation.

Read And Write Nights – February

Virtual - Google Meet

Get ready for Read and Write Night, our monthly virtual book club for elementary aged RAWKers! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Scholarship Essay Writing Series (part 4 of 4)

Kalamazoo Promise 180 E Water St, Unit 2005, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

The Scholarship Essay Writing Series is a 4 session writing workshop for high school seniors hosted by Read and Write Kalamazoo, WMU, The Kalamazoo Promise, and The Kalamazoo Community Foundation.

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

RAWK offers Volunteer Training VIRTUALLY every third Tuesday of the month, from 6:00PM–8:00PM. All virtual trainings take place on Zoom (link will be sent to trainees upon registration). All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering at our Readers’ 

ArtHop Pop Up Shop

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

The RAWK Youth Advisory Council will be hosting their final Youth Entrepreneurs Pop Up Shop during the March ArtHop on Friday, March 3rd! The RAWK Storefront and Literacy Center will be open from 5–8pm and filled with young people selling 

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

RAWK offers Volunteer Training IN PERSON every first Saturday of the month, from 10:00AM–12:00PM. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering 

Read And Write Nights – March

Virtual - Google Meet

Get ready for Read and Write Night, our monthly virtual book club for elementary aged RAWKers! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

RAWK offers Volunteer Training VIRTUALLY every third Tuesday of the month, from 6:00PM–8:00PM. All virtual trainings take place on Zoom (link will be sent to trainees upon registration). All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering at our Readers’ Rooms 

Read And Write Nights – April

Virtual - Google Meet

Get ready for Read and Write Night, our monthly virtual book club for elementary aged RAWKers! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

RAWK offers Volunteer Training IN PERSON every first Saturday of the month, from 10:00AM–12:00PM. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering 

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

RAWK offers Volunteer Training VIRTUALLY every third Tuesday of the month, from 6:00PM–8:00PM. All virtual trainings take place on Zoom (link will be sent to trainees upon registration). All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering at our Readers’ Rooms 

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

RAWK offers Volunteer Training IN PERSON every first Saturday of the month, from 10:00AM–12:00PM. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering 

Read And Write Nights – May

Virtual - Google Meet

Get ready for Read and Write Night, our monthly virtual book club for elementary aged RAWKers! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

‘Zine Fest Workshop – open to youth of all ages and their families!

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

RAWK is teaming up with the Kalamazoo 'Zine Fest to offer a morning of self-publishing fun! Youth of all ages and their families are invited to come learn and create together. Learn what a 'Zine is! Learn some of the 

Free

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

RAWK offers Volunteer Training VIRTUALLY every third Tuesday of the month, from 6:00PM–8:00PM. All virtual trainings take place on Zoom (link will be sent to trainees upon registration). All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering at our Readers’ Rooms 

Youth Leadership Camp for High School-Aged Youth

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Youth Leadership Camp 2023 will take place Monday, June 26th–Friday, June 30th from 1–5pm daily. Youth will spend the week of June 26th–30th with RAWK Executive Director Dr. Kandace Lavender, focusing on exploring and honing their leadership and writing skills. 

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of two times each month. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering at our Readers’ 

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of two times each month. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering at our Readers’ 

Summer Writing Camp – Rising 4th & 5th grade

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

July 10–14 - rising 4th & 5th grade Summer Writing Camp Monday–Friday from 1–5pm daily RAWK’s Summer Writing Camps take a deep dive into exploring and growing the power of each of our beautiful and distinctive voices. Youth will reflect 

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of two times each month. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering at our Readers’ 

Summer Writing Camp – Rising 6th, 7th, & 8th grade

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

July 17–21 - rising 6th, 7th, 8th grade Summer Writing Camp Monday–Friday from 1–5pm daily RAWK’s Summer Writing Camps take a deep dive into exploring and growing the power of each of our beautiful and distinctive voices. Youth will reflect 

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of two times each month. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering at our Readers’ 

Summer Writing Camp – Rising 4th & 5th grade

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

July 24–28 - rising 4th & 5th grade Summer Writing Camp Monday–Friday from 1–5pm daily RAWK’s Summer Writing Camps take a deep dive into exploring and growing the power of each of our beautiful and distinctive voices. Youth will reflect 

Summer Writing Camp – Rising 6th, 7th, & 8th grade

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

July 31–August 4 - rising 6th, 7th, 8th grade Summer Writing Camp Monday–Friday from 1–5pm daily RAWK’s Summer Writing Camps take a deep dive into exploring and growing the power of each of our beautiful and distinctive voices. Youth will 

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of two times each month. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering at our Readers’ 

10 Year RAWK Reads Celebration!

Read and Write Kalamazoo 802 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

YOU'RE INVITED! RAWK is excited to host our Ten-Year RAWK READS Celebration on Thursday, August 10th 2023 from 5:30-7:30PM in the VNA parking lot behind RAWK.   Join us in celebration of YOUTH AUTHORS and the TEN YEAR Anniversary of 

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of two times each month. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering in our school 

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of two times each month. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering in our school 

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of two times each month. All in person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering in our school 

Volunteer Training: IN PERSON

RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of two times each month. All in-person trainings are located at our Literacy Center, 802 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. All volunteers must complete RAWK Volunteer Training before volunteering in our school programs 

Read And Write Nights – October 2023

Virtual - Google Meet

Get ready for Read and Write Night, our monthly virtual book club for elementary aged RAWKers! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of TWO times each month!  In-person Training Sessions are hosted at RAWK’s Literacy Center (802 S. Westnedge Ave.) and Virtual Training Sessions are hosted via Zoom. Volunteer Training is REQUIRED for all volunteers interested 

Volunteer Training: VIRTUAL

Virtual - Zoom

RAWK offers Volunteer Training a minimum of TWO times each month! Volunteer Training is REQUIRED for all volunteers interested in supporting RAWK Programs like RAWK Readers’ Rooms (RRR), After School Program (ASP), or Read and Write Nights (RAWN). Volunteers only 

Read And Write Nights – November 2023

Virtual - Google Meet

Get ready for Read and Write Night, our monthly virtual book club for elementary aged RAWKers! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and writing with us!
Registration opens at noon on October 11th