JIM HARRISON: A REALLY BIG TRIBUTE

Jim’s passing more than a year ago has inspired many accolades, remembrances and memorial tributes by his family, friends, readers and fellow artists around the world.  Now, here is a chance for Northern Michigan to celebrate his life and work where he wrote for six decades, and where his art and legend continue to loom large. “Jim Harrison: A Really Big Tribute” will be held at the historic City Opera House in Traverse City, Michigan, on Saturday evening, October 21, 2017 This experience will feature speakers from around the country whose connection with Jim was vital and profound. Joyce Bahle, Joseph Bednarik, of Copper Canyon Press, and Gary Wilson, from Michigan State University, aim to summon Jim’s spirit through an invocation of words, music and images.

As you will note they are surprising everyone with the speakers -- come for Jim and be ready for a night of art, life and stories!

Event date: 
Saturday, October 21, 2017 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Event address: 
City Opera House
106 E. Front Street
Traverse City, MI 49684