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 Poet: Richard Cambridge’s work has appeared in the Paterson Literary Review, Nantucket Journal, Asheville Poetry Revie, and other publications. He is the author of a collection of poetry, PULSA – A Books of Books (Hanover Press), spoken word CDs One Shot New – Poetry of Conscience (Earthshine) and The Cigarette Papers – A Memoir of Addiction (Fern Hill), from which he developed a one-person play that opened at The Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston. His awards include the Allen Ginsberg Poetry Prize and a finalist position at the Fine Arts Work Center. Among several other accolades, he recieved the Cambridge Peace & Justice Award for his contributions to the arts and activism in 2003.

Open mics are on the 4th Thursday of each month! Check ACM website for upcoming dates, the next one will be April 23rd 2026.