Literary Events Calendar
We aim to give you a one-stop look at events writers and readers might like, in the Grand Traverse region and beyond.
We’ll soon have a form you can complete to submit your own events for this calendar. Until then, please send an email with detailed event info to info@michwriters.org.
Events Updates
Marla Kay Houghteling Workshop in Bay View
Marla Kay Houghteling, a Michigan Writers member, will conduct a workshop “Writing Poems from the World in Front of You” at the Bay View Association (a Chautauqua on Lake Michigan) on July 9, 11, 16, 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. The sessions will include using model poems as guides for writing one’s own poems by drawing on observation and memory.
Journal and Sketchbook Workshop, June 22nd
Activities will help you use visual note taking, writing, and expressive mark making to help you record memories, observations, imaginings, stories, and visual narratives. All skills and experience levels welcome.
Discounts for MW Members to the Interlochen Writers Retreat
Interested in kickstarting your summer writing plans? Consider the Interlochen Writer’s Retreat-a favorite among many of our members. It’s a four-day literary immersion.


