Schedule of Evnets:

Thursday, September 21, 2023

7:30 PM: Manthei Keynote Address with Dr. Jerry Root

Lewis had a remarkable capacity for friendship. Why? Lewis once wrote, “There are no ordinary people. You never meet a mere mortal.” Lewis practiced what he preached. Everybody seemed to matter to him: from taxi drivers to BBC broadcasters; from academics to gardeners; from poets to barbers; Lewis had the capacity to make friends from all walks of life. What was it about the man that made this true of him? And of us? Dr. Jerry Root will discuss these questions and more during his Keynote Address. This event is free and open to the public; however, registration is required.

Location: Great Lakes Center for the Arts

Friday, September 22, 2023

6 PM: Murder Mystery Dinner

Based on "Strong Poison" by English crime writer Dorothy L. Sayers, this event includes a pre-dinner cocktail, a seated dinner, and the murder mystery hosted by Inspector Jim Russell of Murder Mystery, Inc. Tickets are $75/person.

Location: Stafford's Bay View Inn

Saturday, September 23, 2023

8:30 AM – 3 PM: Saturday Seminar

Join Dr. Jerry Root, Don W. King, and Wayne Martindale for discussions on this year’s theme – “Writing and Friendship with C.S. Lewis.” Continental breakfast and lunch provided. Registration Fee: $60 full day // $30 half day // $20 student fee

Location: Great Lakes Center for the Arts

Fest Date: September 21 - 23, 2023

Locations:
Great Lakes Center For the Arts - 800 Bay Harbor Drive Petoskey, MI 49770
Stafford's Bay View Inn - 2011 Woodland Avenue Petoskey, MI 49770

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