Midnight Draft Poetry Open Mic
Late-night poetry open mic with drinks in a cozy cocktail-lounge setting, welcoming original spoken-word reads and crowd snaps. The set closes with a special featured performance by poet Terri Lee McCord.
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Late night spoken-word and poetry readings in an intimate low-lit barroom atmosphere; writers and first-timers perform raw, candid pieces backed by attentive, supportive audiences. Open to all experience levels.

Late night spoken-word and poetry readings in an intimate low-lit barroom atmosphere; writers and first-timers perform raw, candid pieces backed by attentive, supportive audiences. Open to all experience levels.
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An open-signup stage night in a cozy kava lounge where singers, poets, and storytellers rotate through short sets. Expect a supportive crowd, low-key late-night vibes, and plenty of room for first-timers to try new material.

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A laid-back downtown brewery night where locals step up to the mic for anything from acoustic songs to spoken word while the crowd sips fresh craft beer. Expect a supportive room for first-timers and regulars alike.

A laid-back downtown brewery night where locals step up to the mic for anything from acoustic songs to spoken word while the crowd sips fresh craft beer. Expect a supportive room for first-timers and regulars alike.
A laid-back downtown brewery night where locals step up to the mic for anything from acoustic songs to spoken word while the crowd sips fresh craft beer. Expect a supportive room for first-timers and regulars alike.

A casual late-night open mic hosted by Kodey in a downtown kava lounge setting. Expect a rotating mix of local performers and spontaneous sets in an intimate, low-pressure atmosphere.

A casual late-night open mic hosted by Kodey in a downtown kava lounge setting. Expect a rotating mix of local performers and spontaneous sets in an intimate, low-pressure atmosphere.
A casual late-night open mic hosted by Kodey in a downtown kava lounge setting. Expect a rotating mix of local performers and spontaneous sets in an intimate, low-pressure atmosphere.

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A late-night, crowd-friendly stage for singers and songwriters to share originals and covers with guitars and other portable instruments. The brewery taproom vibe keeps it casual, social, and supportive for first-timers and regulars.
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Casual, anything-goes stage time for music, poetry, and performance art in a laid-back kava bar setting. Sign-ups begin at 7pm, with 15-minute sets (or three songs) starting at 8pm.

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Late-night open mic takes over a casual sports bar setting, welcoming local performers to share music, comedy, or spoken word. Expect a lively crowd, rotating acts, and an easygoing hangout vibe.
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Late-night hangout in an intimate cocktail lounge atmosphere with dim lighting and a relaxed, social vibe. Ideal for after-dinner drinks and casual mingling in a downtown-style bar setting.

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Sunday-night open mic in a cozy bar setting where locals take the spotlight for songs, comedy bits, and spoken word. Sign-ups start at 6pm with an encouraging, welcoming crowd.

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Local performers rotate through a casual downtown brewery stage with Tony Willingham hosting. Sign-ups start at 6:30 PM, then the mic opens at 7:30 PM for mixed-genre sets and community hangout energy.
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A sign-up, go-up stand-up night with a grab-bag lineup that can swing from first-timers to touring comics and TV-credited pros. Expect unpredictable sets, rowdy crowd energy, and rapid-fire jokes in an intimate lounge setting.
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Fast-paced standup sets in a sign-up, go-up format with a grab-bag lineup ranging from first timers to touring and TV-credited comics. Expect unpredictable crowd energy and late-night laughs in an intimate downtown bar room.
Fast-paced standup sets in a sign-up, go-up format with a grab-bag lineup ranging from first timers to touring and TV-credited comics. Expect unpredictable crowd energy and late-night laughs in an intimate downtown bar room.