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Robin Wall Kimmerer is a mother, scientist, decorated professor, and enrolled member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. She is also the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Serviceberry and Braiding Sweetgrass.

This is an exceptional opportunity to hear Robin’s powerful message of a “gift economy,” a shift from capitalism and scarcity toward abundance, much like the humble serviceberry that generously distributes its fruit to the ecosystem around it. Building on the lesson of reciprocity, she writes about humanity’s inextricable relationship to the planet and the deep joy of receiving nature’s gifts and giving back to her with thanks.

Robin lives in Syracuse, New York, where she is a distinguished teaching professor at the State University of New York and the founder and director of the Center for Native Peoples and the Environment.

This event is presented by The National Writers Series, Clark and Karen Bunting, “Natural Wonders” Author Series, The Mindimooyenh Healing Circle, the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy, and the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians.

The event begins at 7 p.m.with a cash bar and live music. It includes a Q&A and author signing.

Virtual Option

Even if you can’t make it to the City Opera House, you can still enjoy National Writers Series events from the comfort of your own home on event night or later on-demand when it’s more convenient. Please go to www.nationalwritersseries.org for ticketing information.

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Admission

Tickets available to Friends of the NWS on 4/22 and to the public on 4/25

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Performances

Saturday, August 9, 2025 - 7:00pm

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Named Sponsor: The Clark and Karen Bunting “Natural Wonders” Author Series
Sustaining Sponsor: The Green Brick Foundation
Season Sponsor: NorthGuard Technology Group
Season Sponsor: Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings
Event Sponsor: TBA
Arts Benefactor: Ward Gillett and Mary Bevans Gillett
Bookstore Partner: Horizon Books
Media Partner: Interlochen Public Radio
Media Sponsor: Traverse City Record-Eagle
Supporting Sponsors: Image 360, Cambria Suites
Official Airport: Cherry Capital Airport