
Tea and Poetry Social
A quiet literary gathering centered on Wendell Berry’s poetry and writing, with tea and thoughtfully prepared refreshments. Explore the work of the Kentucky poet, novelist, farmer, and environmental thinker in a welcoming social setting.
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A relaxed monthly gathering centers on discussion of the group’s selected book, with readers sharing interpretations, perspectives, and conversation in a welcoming community setting.

A relaxed monthly gathering centers on discussion of the group’s selected book, with readers sharing interpretations, perspectives, and conversation in a welcoming community setting.
A relaxed monthly gathering centers on discussion of the group’s selected book, with readers sharing interpretations, perspectives, and conversation in a welcoming community setting.

Young homeschoolers ages 6–11 gather for poetry activities and social connection in a library setting, creating a welcoming space for children to explore words and meet peers.

Young homeschoolers ages 6–11 gather for poetry activities and social connection in a library setting, creating a welcoming space for children to explore words and meet peers.
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Books and Wine!
MoreSip wine and enjoy snacks while discussing books across fiction and nonfiction in a relaxed afternoon gathering. Participants can bring a book connected to any topic that interests them.

Sip wine and enjoy snacks while discussing books across fiction and nonfiction in a relaxed afternoon gathering. Participants can bring a book connected to any topic that interests them.
Sip wine and enjoy snacks while discussing books across fiction and nonfiction in a relaxed afternoon gathering. Participants can bring a book connected to any topic that interests them.

Poet-Tea Party
MoreCelebrate poetry, rhyming books, and stories written in verse at a dress-up gathering for children, with yummy treats and a festive tea party atmosphere.

Celebrate poetry, rhyming books, and stories written in verse at a dress-up gathering for children, with yummy treats and a festive tea party atmosphere.
Celebrate poetry, rhyming books, and stories written in verse at a dress-up gathering for children, with yummy treats and a festive tea party atmosphere.

Settle in with a book you bring or borrow, share what you’re reading, then enjoy a quiet hour before discussing passages and ideas that sparked inspiration and connection.

Settle in with a book you bring or borrow, share what you’re reading, then enjoy a quiet hour before discussing passages and ideas that sparked inspiration and connection.
Settle in with a book you bring or borrow, share what you’re reading, then enjoy a quiet hour before discussing passages and ideas that sparked inspiration and connection.

A relaxed annual December gathering brings adult readers together for book-club conversation, seasonal camaraderie, and community connection in a welcoming public-library setting with an easygoing social atmosphere.

A relaxed annual December gathering brings adult readers together for book-club conversation, seasonal camaraderie, and community connection in a welcoming public-library setting with an easygoing social atmosphere.
A relaxed annual December gathering brings adult readers together for book-club conversation, seasonal camaraderie, and community connection in a welcoming public-library setting with an easygoing social atmosphere.

Poetry Open Mic
MorePoets and creatives share spoken word, verse, and experimental expression in an intimate late-night kava lounge, with five- or ten-minute slots and a welcoming, supportive community audience.

Poets and creatives share spoken word, verse, and experimental expression in an intimate late-night kava lounge, with five- or ten-minute slots and a welcoming, supportive community audience.
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Settle in for a cozy, introvert-friendly reading ritual with neighbors and the book you’re currently enjoying. Halloween character costumes add a playful twist to this quiet evening of books and community.

Settle in for a cozy, introvert-friendly reading ritual with neighbors and the book you’re currently enjoying. Halloween character costumes add a playful twist to this quiet evening of books and community.
Settle in for a cozy, introvert-friendly reading ritual with neighbors and the book you’re currently enjoying. Halloween character costumes add a playful twist to this quiet evening of books and community.

A supportive 90-minute writing session blends quiet work on personal projects with community freewriting, followed by sharing-in-progress, constructive feedback, and encouragement for poets of every experience level.

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Poetry and pie bring spoken-word creativity and homemade-dessert warmth together for an intimate community gathering in a Zen temple setting.

Poetry and pie bring spoken-word creativity and homemade-dessert warmth together for an intimate community gathering in a Zen temple setting.
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Settle into a cozy, introvert-friendly shared reading ritual with books, quiet focus, and neighborly company. Come dressed as a favorite character for a Halloween-themed evening of communal reading.

Settle into a cozy, introvert-friendly shared reading ritual with books, quiet focus, and neighborly company. Come dressed as a favorite character for a Halloween-themed evening of communal reading.
Settle into a cozy, introvert-friendly shared reading ritual with books, quiet focus, and neighborly company. Come dressed as a favorite character for a Halloween-themed evening of communal reading.

Adult readers gather for a facilitated book discussion, sharing interpretations, questions, and perspectives in a welcoming public library setting. A relaxed literary meetup for thoughtful conversation and community connection.

Adult readers gather for a facilitated book discussion, sharing interpretations, questions, and perspectives in a welcoming public library setting. A relaxed literary meetup for thoughtful conversation and community connection.
Adult readers gather for a facilitated book discussion, sharing interpretations, questions, and perspectives in a welcoming public library setting. A relaxed literary meetup for thoughtful conversation and community connection.

A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.

A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.

A free midday meditation gathering invites adults to release stress, relax into daily life, and pursue healing across mind, body, and spirit in a welcoming community setting.

A free midday meditation gathering invites adults to release stress, relax into daily life, and pursue healing across mind, body, and spirit in a welcoming community setting.
A free midday meditation gathering invites adults to release stress, relax into daily life, and pursue healing across mind, body, and spirit in a welcoming community setting.

Explore radical non-duality and the idea of non-separation through discussion of time, space, free will, and autonomy. A contemplative gathering for examining the end of seeking.

Explore radical non-duality and the idea of non-separation through discussion of time, space, free will, and autonomy. A contemplative gathering for examining the end of seeking.
Explore radical non-duality and the idea of non-separation through discussion of time, space, free will, and autonomy. A contemplative gathering for examining the end of seeking.

Spoken word and poetry readings with the Dark City Poets Society in a craft distillery setting. Expect an intimate, late-night atmosphere with cocktails and a rotating lineup of local voices on the mic.

Spoken word and poetry readings with the Dark City Poets Society in a craft distillery setting. Expect an intimate, late-night atmosphere with cocktails and a rotating lineup of local voices on the mic.
Spoken word and poetry readings with the Dark City Poets Society in a craft distillery setting. Expect an intimate, late-night atmosphere with cocktails and a rotating lineup of local voices on the mic.

Bring a fantasy or science fiction book to share recommendations and casual conversation, then settle into quiet, side-by-side reading with fellow readers in an introvert-friendly gathering.

Bring a fantasy or science fiction book to share recommendations and casual conversation, then settle into quiet, side-by-side reading with fellow readers in an introvert-friendly gathering.
Bring a fantasy or science fiction book to share recommendations and casual conversation, then settle into quiet, side-by-side reading with fellow readers in an introvert-friendly gathering.

An evening gathering brings Naropa WNC alumni together for conversation and reconnection in a quiet, welcoming setting. A chance to strengthen local ties among graduates and share community.

An evening gathering brings Naropa WNC alumni together for conversation and reconnection in a quiet, welcoming setting. A chance to strengthen local ties among graduates and share community.
An evening gathering brings Naropa WNC alumni together for conversation and reconnection in a quiet, welcoming setting. A chance to strengthen local ties among graduates and share community.
Spiritual teaching and guided meditation move into shared silence, creating a welcoming evening of reflection and community for newcomers and experienced practitioners alike, with no particular beliefs required.
Spiritual teaching and guided meditation move into shared silence, creating a welcoming evening of reflection and community for newcomers and experienced practitioners alike, with no particular beliefs required.
Spiritual teaching and guided meditation move into shared silence, creating a welcoming evening of reflection and community for newcomers and experienced practitioners alike, with no particular beliefs required.
