Here is an opportunity to share or listen to one page of work in progress from talented writers from everywhere. Come with a single page of work and sign up to read â or come to listen and prepare to be inspired.
Our host is the one and only, Emme Lund. The featured reader for November is H.G. Dierdorff.
Join Paul Iarrobino from Our Bold Voices for a special open mic event on World AIDS Day. This powerful afternoon will include storytelling and poetry as we reflect on this yearâs theme: Rethink. Rebuild. Rise. We will honor the lives and strength of those living with and affected by HIV. Together, weâll create a space for joy and healing, celebrating our community and the journey we share.
Toolbox Gallery ishonored to welcome the highly regarded Milwaukie Poetry Series for its biannual invited poet readings followed by an open mic.
The next Ghost Town Poetry Open Mic features RaĂșl SĂĄnchez, 7 p.m. Nov. 12 at Art at the Cave. Admission is a suggested donation of $5, but no one will be turned away. SĂĄnchez, Redmondâs poet laureate from 2019-2021, is the author of three poetry collections, including âWhen We Were Water.â Guests are also invited to read their own original poetry. Learn more at printedmattervancouver.com.
Open Poetry Reading Night!!! Read your favorite poems 7-9pm every 2nd monday of each month, free, 21+ at Covert Cafe on Monday, November 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM PST.