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ACM Poetry Salon: 20th Century Voices
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! This free salon-style series welcomes everyone—whether you’re well-versed in poetry …
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Open Mic: Poetry & Song October
Arts Collaborative Medford 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesSpinning Words, Singing Worlds Hosted by Medford Poet Laureate Vijaya Sundaram Featured Poet: TBA Suggested Donation: $5-$10 Poets, dreamers, and song-writers - we want to see you, hear you, and welcome you! Bring an original poem, story, or song to read or sing. We’ll provide a microphone and podium. Open mics are monthly! Check ACM …
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Poetry Club with Vijaya Sundaram
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesJoin Vijaya Sundaram, Medford's 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. The library strives to be open and accessible for all. …
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World Poetry Salon: 20th Century Voices
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 November we’ll feature two Brazilian poets in English translation: …
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World Poetry Salon: 20th Century Voices
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 December we’ll feature two South American poets in English …
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The Poet Laureate Presents – Low Key Open Mic
Medford Brewing Company Taproom 30 Harvard Ave., Medford, MACome down for a relaxed reading and open mic. Sign ups are at 5PM. We will have 1-2 features who will read for about 10-15 mins and the rest is open. Enjoy some of our fall beers while you hear your friends and neighbors read a few poems. Each reader can have up to 5 …
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Poetry Club with Vijaya Sundaram
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesJoin Vijaya Sundaram, Medford's 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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ACM 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 January we’ll feature two American poets: Elizabeth Bishop and …
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Original Poetry Open Mic with Guest Poet Deborah Schwartz
Arts Collaborative Medford 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesPoets, 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. Open mics are on the 4th Thursday of each month! Check ACM website for upcoming dates, the next one will be February 26th 2026. Hosted by …
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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 February we’ll feature Medford-native John Ciardi and Italian poet …