
“In the Company of Writers” series with authors Karen Luke Jackson & Molly Bolton
Intimate, conversational dialogues with guest writers and poets open into a participatory mic forum. Hear personal perspectives on writing, then share original poetry, prose, or other work in a welcoming literary setting.
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An adult writing open mic creates space to share original poetry, prose, and other written work in a community library setting, welcoming local writers and listeners.

An adult writing open mic creates space to share original poetry, prose, and other written work in a community library setting, welcoming local writers and listeners.
An adult writing open mic creates space to share original poetry, prose, and other written work in a community library setting, welcoming local writers and listeners.

Hands-on poetry writing practice in a calm, intimate studio setting, mixing prompts, gentle critique, and craft discussion. A weekly creative circle geared toward building voice, revision skills, and supportive community.

Hands-on poetry writing practice in a calm, intimate studio setting, mixing prompts, gentle critique, and craft discussion. A weekly creative circle geared toward building voice, revision skills, and supportive community.
Hands-on poetry writing practice in a calm, intimate studio setting, mixing prompts, gentle critique, and craft discussion. A weekly creative circle geared toward building voice, revision skills, and supportive community.

Monthly narrative-arts salon tackling common creativity blocks through a focused workshop topic like “Feeding the Muse.” Bring a work in progress to share, get feedback, and connect with other local writers in an intimate parlor setting.

Monthly narrative-arts salon tackling common creativity blocks through a focused workshop topic like “Feeding the Muse.” Bring a work in progress to share, get feedback, and connect with other local writers in an intimate parlor setting.
Monthly narrative-arts salon tackling common creativity blocks through a focused workshop topic like “Feeding the Muse.” Bring a work in progress to share, get feedback, and connect with other local writers in an intimate parlor setting.

Poets share written work in an intimate evening of readings and spoken word, creating a welcoming space for local voices, creative expression, and community connection.

Poets share written work in an intimate evening of readings and spoken word, creating a welcoming space for local voices, creative expression, and community connection.
Poets share written work in an intimate evening of readings and spoken word, creating a welcoming space for local voices, creative expression, and community connection.

Spoken word and poetry readings bring local writers to the distillery for an intimate, late-night literary hang. Sip craft spirits while you listen, share your own work, or connect with the Dark City Poets Society community.

Spoken word and poetry readings bring local writers to the distillery for an intimate, late-night literary hang. Sip craft spirits while you listen, share your own work, or connect with the Dark City Poets Society community.
Spoken word and poetry readings bring local writers to the distillery for an intimate, late-night literary hang. Sip craft spirits while you listen, share your own work, or connect with the Dark City Poets Society community.

Low key open mic night in a cozy kava bar setting, welcoming poets, singer songwriters, and first time performers. Expect a supportive crowd, rotating short sets, and casual late night hangout energy.

Low key open mic night in a cozy kava bar setting, welcoming poets, singer songwriters, and first time performers. Expect a supportive crowd, rotating short sets, and casual late night hangout energy.
Low key open mic night in a cozy kava bar setting, welcoming poets, singer songwriters, and first time performers. Expect a supportive crowd, rotating short sets, and casual late night hangout energy.

A community open mic hosted by Tony Willingham welcomes local performers for an evening of spoken-word, music, or other creative acts, with sign-ups beginning at 6:30 PM.

A community open mic hosted by Tony Willingham welcomes local performers for an evening of spoken-word, music, or other creative acts, with sign-ups beginning at 6:30 PM.
A community open mic hosted by Tony Willingham welcomes local performers for an evening of spoken-word, music, or other creative acts, with sign-ups beginning at 6:30 PM.

A facilitator-led creative process workshop explores idea generation and ways through common blocks, followed by a lively salon for sharing works in progress, exchanging inspiration, and supporting artistic growth.

A facilitator-led creative process workshop explores idea generation and ways through common blocks, followed by a lively salon for sharing works in progress, exchanging inspiration, and supporting artistic growth.
A facilitator-led creative process workshop explores idea generation and ways through common blocks, followed by a lively salon for sharing works in progress, exchanging inspiration, and supporting artistic growth.

An open stage welcomes musicians, poets, storytellers, and performers for a community showcase hosted by Cicada. Expect varied live performances and creative expression in a casual bar setting.

An open stage welcomes musicians, poets, storytellers, and performers for a community showcase hosted by Cicada. Expect varied live performances and creative expression in a casual bar setting.
An open stage welcomes musicians, poets, storytellers, and performers for a community showcase hosted by Cicada. Expect varied live performances and creative expression in a casual bar setting.

A women’s writing circle explores “Walk in the Dark” through shared writing and reflection, creating space for creative practice, literary connection, and an evening gathering in a garden setting.

A women’s writing circle explores “Walk in the Dark” through shared writing and reflection, creating space for creative practice, literary connection, and an evening gathering in a garden setting.
A women’s writing circle explores “Walk in the Dark” through shared writing and reflection, creating space for creative practice, literary connection, and an evening gathering in a garden setting.
A welcoming Tuesday-night stage invites performers to share music, comedy, poetry, and other talents in a community-centered open mic. All acts are welcome for an evening of local creativity and connection.
A welcoming Tuesday-night stage invites performers to share music, comedy, poetry, and other talents in a community-centered open mic. All acts are welcome for an evening of local creativity and connection.
A welcoming Tuesday-night stage invites performers to share music, comedy, poetry, and other talents in a community-centered open mic. All acts are welcome for an evening of local creativity and connection.

Slow down over coffee and pastries with short readings on creativity, gentle grounding practices, and reflection. A welcoming monthly gathering supports a more intentional, sustainable relationship with your creative life.

Slow down over coffee and pastries with short readings on creativity, gentle grounding practices, and reflection. A welcoming monthly gathering supports a more intentional, sustainable relationship with your creative life.
Slow down over coffee and pastries with short readings on creativity, gentle grounding practices, and reflection. A welcoming monthly gathering supports a more intentional, sustainable relationship with your creative life.

A late-night literary open mic that blends spoken word, storytelling, and page-to-stage performances in an intimate art-bar setting. Expect a cozy cabaret vibe with rotating readers, crowd energy, and creative community mingling.

A late-night literary open mic that blends spoken word, storytelling, and page-to-stage performances in an intimate art-bar setting. Expect a cozy cabaret vibe with rotating readers, crowd energy, and creative community mingling.
A late-night literary open mic that blends spoken word, storytelling, and page-to-stage performances in an intimate art-bar setting. Expect a cozy cabaret vibe with rotating readers, crowd energy, and creative community mingling.

A devilishly autumn themed literary night of poetry and prose with live readings and performance style storytelling. Expect spooky season vibes and intimate listening as Monday Hakala, Arielle Hebert, and Taylor Sykes take the mic late in the evening.

A devilishly autumn themed literary night of poetry and prose with live readings and performance style storytelling. Expect spooky season vibes and intimate listening as Monday Hakala, Arielle Hebert, and Taylor Sykes take the mic late in the evening.
A devilishly autumn themed literary night of poetry and prose with live readings and performance style storytelling. Expect spooky season vibes and intimate listening as Monday Hakala, Arielle Hebert, and Taylor Sykes take the mic late in the evening.

Musicians, poets, and other performers share original work and favorite songs in an all-genre open mic. Sign-ups begin at 6pm for an evening of local creativity and spontaneous performances.

Musicians, poets, and other performers share original work and favorite songs in an all-genre open mic. Sign-ups begin at 6pm for an evening of local creativity and spontaneous performances.
Musicians, poets, and other performers share original work and favorite songs in an all-genre open mic. Sign-ups begin at 6pm for an evening of local creativity and spontaneous performances.

Late-night open mic in a casual sports bar and grill where locals rotate through songs, comedy bits, and spoken word between bar banter and game-day energy. Expect a come-as-you-are crowd, quick sign-ups, and spontaneous audience hype.

Late-night open mic in a casual sports bar and grill where locals rotate through songs, comedy bits, and spoken word between bar banter and game-day energy. Expect a come-as-you-are crowd, quick sign-ups, and spontaneous audience hype.
Late-night open mic in a casual sports bar and grill where locals rotate through songs, comedy bits, and spoken word between bar banter and game-day energy. Expect a come-as-you-are crowd, quick sign-ups, and spontaneous audience hype.

A late-night open mic hosted by Kodey in a downtown kava lounge, welcoming rotating local performers to share music, poetry, and spoken word. Expect an intimate, low-pressure stage and community-heavy vibes.

A late-night open mic hosted by Kodey in a downtown kava lounge, welcoming rotating local performers to share music, poetry, and spoken word. Expect an intimate, low-pressure stage and community-heavy vibes.
A late-night open mic hosted by Kodey in a downtown kava lounge, welcoming rotating local performers to share music, poetry, and spoken word. Expect an intimate, low-pressure stage and community-heavy vibes.

A relaxed evening of curated jazz sets opens into a participatory jam, inviting musicians to sit in while listeners enjoy Thursday food and drink specials in a no-cover pub atmosphere.

A relaxed evening of curated jazz sets opens into a participatory jam, inviting musicians to sit in while listeners enjoy Thursday food and drink specials in a no-cover pub atmosphere.
A relaxed evening of curated jazz sets opens into a participatory jam, inviting musicians to sit in while listeners enjoy Thursday food and drink specials in a no-cover pub atmosphere.

A weekly all-arts open mic where poets, musicians, comedians, and storytellers rotate through quick sets in a lively brewery hangout. Expect an encouraging crowd, creative networking, and a laid-back night out with drinks and friends.

A weekly all-arts open mic where poets, musicians, comedians, and storytellers rotate through quick sets in a lively brewery hangout. Expect an encouraging crowd, creative networking, and a laid-back night out with drinks and friends.
A weekly all-arts open mic where poets, musicians, comedians, and storytellers rotate through quick sets in a lively brewery hangout. Expect an encouraging crowd, creative networking, and a laid-back night out with drinks and friends.

A monthly drop in circle centered on community connection and creative reflection, with guided prompts for sharing and resetting your inner compass. Expect a gentle, supportive vibe focused on living a whole creative life.

A monthly drop in circle centered on community connection and creative reflection, with guided prompts for sharing and resetting your inner compass. Expect a gentle, supportive vibe focused on living a whole creative life.
A monthly drop in circle centered on community connection and creative reflection, with guided prompts for sharing and resetting your inner compass. Expect a gentle, supportive vibe focused on living a whole creative life.
