Stories in the Stacks

Sat Apr 25 2026 at 07:30 am to 12:00 pm UTC-04:00

Howard Family Bookstore | Detroit

Samuel Pickens
Publisher/HostSamuel Pickens
Stories in the Stacks
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Samuel Pickens, known as “SAGE” (Spreading All Good Energy), is a dynamic 22-year-old singer, songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist.
About this Event

Join us for Stories in the Stacks, an intimate live experience inside Howard Family Bookstore, celebrating the launch of The Shelf — a new tiered performance platform for artists and creatives.


This special evening will feature a headline performance by SAGE, blending music, storytelling, and live expression in a setting designed for connection and presence.


The Shelf is more than a stage — it’s a growing space for artists to develop, be seen, and evolve through different levels of performance. This night marks the beginning.


Come experience the energy.

Come be part of the foundation.


Agenda

🕑: 07:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Stories In The Stacks : The shelf Launch - A Live Experience By SAGE..

Info: • 7:00 PM – Doors Open / Check-in
• Guests arrive, RSVP check-in, and choose seating.
• Light refreshments available.
• 7:30 PM – Welcome & Introduction
• Intro - Host
• Brief welcome by SAGE.
• Overview of The Shelf and its mission.
• 7:45 PM – The Shelf Pt.1
• Short showcases or acknowledgment of local artists right from the shelf
• 8:00 PM – Headline Performance: SAGE
• Music, storytelling, and live expression.
• Interactive moments with the audience.
• The Shelf Pt 2 Short showcase or acknowledgment of local artists.
• 9:00 PM – Closing Remarks & Networking
• Guests mingle, discuss the night, and connect with SAGE.
• Opportunity to purchase keepsakes or support The Shelf.
• 9:30 PM – Event Concludes


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Howard Family Bookstore, 13803 Puritan Avenue, Detroit, United States

Tickets

USD 10.00 to USD 15.00

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