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All Ages Poetry Open Mic
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesJoin Medford Poet Laureate Max Heinegg and Medford Public Schools students at this all ages open mic! Perform your own poem or share a favorite. This program is part of 2026 Medford Open Studios. The library strives to be open and accessible for all. If you need accommodations to attend this program, please be sure …
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Open Mic Night
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesHey, poets! Get ready to show your stuff at our Open Mic Night! We’re rolling out five-minute slots just for you to dazzle us with your own verses or a piece from your favorite wordsmith. Don’t miss this chance to shine or support your local verse-maker! This program is designed for adults. The library strives …
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World Poetry Salon
Arts Collaborative Medford 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesLearn about modern poetry with short poems from some of the most celebrated writers of the twentieth century. We’ll listen to or read the poems, share initial impressions, and discuss whatever questions or themes emerge. The texts will be provided at the meeting—no homework required! In July we’ll feature Philippe Jaccottet of France and Lorine …
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World Poetry Salon
Arts Collaborative Medford 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesLearn about modern poetry with short poems from some of the most celebrated writers of the twentieth century. We’ll listen to or read the poems, share initial impressions, and discuss whatever questions or themes emerge. The texts will be provided at the meeting—no homework required! In August we’ll feature U.S. poets Frank O'Hara and James …
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The Poetry Connect with Vijaya Sundaram
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesJoin Vijaya Sundaram, Medford's 2023-2025 Poet Laureate, and take the mic and shine a light on the issues that matter most to you, with passion, lyricism, and force. We’ll meet to read and discuss the work of great poets, while crafting and performing our own work.
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Open Mic Night
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesHey, poets! Get ready to show your stuff at our Open Mic Night! We’re rolling out five-minute slots just for you to dazzle us with your own verses or a piece from your favorite wordsmith. Don’t miss this chance to shine or support your local verse-maker! This program is designed for adults. The library strives …
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An Afternoon of Poetry with Alfred Corn & Jill McDonough
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesJoin us for a special poetry reading presented by Medford’s Poet Laureate, Max Heinegg, featuring two extraordinary and celebrated voices in contemporary American poetry. Alfred Corn is the author of eleven poetry collections, two novels, and several acclaimed books of essays and prosody—including The Poem’s Heartbeat—and his distinguished career has been honored with fellowships from …
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World Poetry Salon
Arts Collaborative Medford 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesLearn about modern poetry with short poems from some of the most celebrated writers of the twentieth century. We’ll listen to or read the poems, share initial impressions, and discuss …
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Original Poetry Open Mic with Guest Poets Elizabeth Gordon McKIm and Mckendy Fils-Aimé
Arts Collaborative Medford 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesOriginal Poetry Open Mic Hosted by Vijaya Sundaram, Medford Poet Laureate Emeritus (2023–2025)Featured Poet: Linda Haviland Conte & David P. Miller Suggested Donation: $5-$10 Poets, dreamers, and writers - we want to see you, hear you, and welcome you! Bring an original poem or story to read. We’ll provide a microphone and podium. --- Guest Poets: …
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World Poetry Salon
Arts Collaborative Medford 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesLearn about modern poetry with short poems from some of the most celebrated writers of the twentieth century. We’ll listen to or read the poems, share initial impressions, and discuss whatever questions or themes emerge. The texts will be provided at the meeting—no homework required! In October we’ll feature Jacques Prévert of France and Bertolt …