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.
You're invited to RAWK with us at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Everyone is a Member Day!
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). …
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 …
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!
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 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). …
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.
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!
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!
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 …
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 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). …
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 …
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!
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 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 …
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 …
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 …
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.
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.
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 …
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.
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!
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.
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’ …
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 …
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 …
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!
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 …
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!
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 …
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 …
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 …
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!
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 …
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 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. …
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’ …
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’ …
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 …
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’ …
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 …
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’ …
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 …
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 …
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’ …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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!
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 …
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 …
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
Calling all Youth Entrepreneurs! Come out and hear about an exciting opportunity for youth entrepreneurs in Kalamazoo.
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 need to attend …
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 need to attend …
RAWK and the Civic present the 3rd Annual YOUTH VOICES Monologue Workshop in honor of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle and High School aged youth in Kalamazoo County are invited to Write, Revise, Rehearse, & Record a personal …
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 November 8th
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 December 6th
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 need to attend …
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 need to attend …
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. Participants of the workshop will have the opportunity to apply …
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 need to attend …
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. Participants of the workshop will have the opportunity to apply …
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. Participants of the workshop will have the opportunity to apply …
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 January 10th
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 need to attend …
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. Participants of the workshop will have the opportunity to apply …
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 need to attend …
Join us for our March First Saturdays workshop exploring Collage Poetry! Workshop will be followed by Open Studio Time. First Saturdays are FREE and open to all Middle and High School aged youth in Kalamazoo County.
On the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer open studio time from 1:30–3:00pm. FREE and open to all Middle and High school aged youth in Kalamazoo County. One-time registration required.
Date & Time: March 9th @10:30a-12:00pm Location: 802 S. Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo MI 49008 In this workshop, we'll dive into the fundamentals of brand identity and voice, exploring methods to effectively present them across social media platforms. From crafting your …
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 February 14th
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 need to attend …
Date & Time: March 23rd @10:30a-12:00pm Location: 802 S. Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo MI 49008 In this workshop, we'll dive into the essential skills and knowledge needed to navigate the financial landscape of entrepreneurship. Whether you're just starting your business journey …
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 need to attend …
Join us for our April First Saturdays workshop in partnership with Kalamazoo Poetry Festival! Workshop will be followed by Open Studio Time. First Saturdays are FREE and open to all Middle and High School aged youth in Kalamazoo County.
On the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer open studio time from 1:30–3:00pm. FREE and open to all Middle and High school aged youth in Kalamazoo County. One-time registration required.
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 March 13th
Date & Time: April 13th @10:30a-12:00pm Location: 802 S. Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo MI 49008 In this workshop, we're diving into the exciting world of tabling and event discovery, essential skills for any entrepreneur looking to expand their reach and boost …
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 need to attend …
Join us at RAWK on Saturday, April 27th, between 12:30 pm and 3:00 pm to explore our newly remolded storefront and celebrate and support local youth entrepreneurs. Experience our open house style Grand Opening with exciting surprises in store! We …
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 need to attend …
Join us for our May First Saturdays workshop in partnership with Kalamazoo Zine Fest! Workshop will be followed by Open Studio Time. First Saturdays are FREE and open to all Middle and High School aged youth in Kalamazoo County.
On the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer open studio time from 1:30–3:00pm. FREE and open to all Middle and High school aged youth in Kalamazoo County. One-time registration required.
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 April 10th
Join us for our June First Saturdays workshop in partnership with FIRE Historical and Cultural Arts Collaborative. First Saturdays are FREE and open to all Middle and High School aged youth in Kalamazoo County.
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 need to attend …
Facilitated by RAWK Executive Director Dr. Kandace Lavender, RAWK’s Youth Summer Leadership Camp will engage high school-aged youth in deepening their self-understanding to recognize the skills and passion they have to bring to leadership.
Apply by 10am on May 15th!
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 need to attend …
Join us for our July First Saturdays workshop focused on Character Creation!
On the first Saturday of each month RAWK will offer open studio time from 1:30–3:00pm. FREE and open to all Middle and High school aged youth in Kalamazoo County. One-time registration required.
This year RAWK Summer Writing Camps are honoring Heroes in all their forms. From Super Heroes to historical activists and movement leaders and all the every day heroes in between. We’ll explore writing in various genres and from different perspectives …
This year RAWK Summer Writing Camps are honoring Heroes in all their forms. From Super Heroes to historical activists and movement leaders and all the every day heroes in between. We’ll explore writing in various genres and from different perspectives …
This year RAWK Summer Writing Camps are honoring Heroes in all their forms. From Super Heroes to historical activists and movement leaders and all the every day heroes in between. We’ll explore writing in various genres and from different perspectives …
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 need to attend …
This year RAWK Summer Writing Camps are honoring Heroes in all their forms. From Super Heroes to historical activists and movement leaders and all the every day heroes in between. We’ll explore writing in various genres and from different perspectives …
