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Story Festival Brings Books Outdoors

Saturday, September 12, 2026 · Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Ford House will host Story Festival on Saturday, September 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on its grounds at 1100 Lake Shore Road. The family event will feature live storytelling, interactive crafts and games, author meet-and-greets, and hands-on activities for children and adults. Jim Gill is scheduled to perform at 11:45 a.m. Public admission is $12 for adults and $7 for children ages 3 to 17. If severe weather is expected, Ford House will move the festival indoors and notify ticket holders the day before.

This local community update for Grosse Pointe Shores, MI is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026 and is presented by Ed Brittingham. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Grosse Pointe Shores, MI area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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