INCITE: Queer Writers Read: May
Literary Arts 925 SW Washington Street, Portland, OR, United StatesThe theme this month is “Never Surrender.” Join us for readings by Wayne Bund, Jasmine Pettet, Jules Ohman, and Melissa Lynne.
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Grief Rites Readers Series ~ June 3
American Legion Post 134 2104 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR, United StatesA monthly storytelling showcase about grief, loss and love. Gather in community with others who share grief in all forms and manifestations. Come ready to cry, laugh, listen and hold space for yourself and others. *Trigger warning, because Grief. Content not edited for language or topic. Mature audience. *Venue is accessible; gender-neutral restrooms on premises Readings begin promptly at 7pm. Come early, grab a drink (full bar) and find your seat. Please consider bringing canned goods or cold weather clothing/blankets to donate to the Post 134 food & clothing pantry, which serves local veterans, houseless and anyone in need. ***This month's event will include an open mic, in addition to our curated readers. If you have words to share about your grief, we welcome you.***…
Free
Grief Rites Readers Series ~ July 8
American Legion Post 134 2104 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR, United StatesA monthly storytelling showcase about grief, loss and love. Gather in community with others who share grief in all forms and manifestations. Come ready to cry, laugh, listen and hold space for yourself and others. *Trigger warning, because Grief. Content not edited for language or topic. Mature audience. *Venue is accessible; gender-neutral restrooms on premises Readings begin promptly at 7pm. Come early, grab a drink (full bar) and find your seat. Please consider bringing canned goods or cold weather clothing/blankets to donate to the Post 134 food & clothing pantry, which serves local veterans, houseless and anyone in need. ***This month's event will include an open mic, in addition to our curated readers. If you have words to share about your grief, we welcome you.***…
Free
Grief Rites Readers Series ~ August 5
Literary Arts 925 SW Washington Street, Portland, OR, United StatesA monthly storytelling showcase about grief, loss and love. Gather in community with others who share grief in all forms and manifestations. Come ready to cry, laugh, listen and hold space for yourself and others. *Trigger warning, because Grief. Content not edited for language or topic. Mature audience. *Venue is inclusive and accessible; gender-neutral restrooms on premises NOTE: CHANGE IN VENUE. THIS MONTH WE’LL BE HOSTED BY LITERARY ARTS Doors at 7pm *Please note there will not be an open mic on this particular date* Curated Storytellers... Leah Baer Beth Dunnington Annie Gudger Melissa Lynne Sue Moshofsky Jewels Anne Richardson Jen Violi Kelly Wilson Curated/Hosted by Melissa Lynne & Mari Gonzalez
Free
Grief Rites Readers Series ~ September 9
Rose City Book Pub 1329 NE Fremont, Portland, OR, United StatesA monthly storytelling showcase about grief, loss and love. Gather in community with others who share grief in all forms and manifestations. Come ready to cry, laugh, listen and hold space for yourself and others. *Trigger warning, because Grief. Content not edited for language or topic. Mature audience. *Venue is accessible; gender-neutral restrooms on premises Readings begin promptly at 7:30pm. ***This month's event will include an open mic, in addition to our curated readers. If you have words to share about your grief, we welcome you.*** Open mic signups begin at 6:30, readings start at 7pm. First priority will be given to those who've not previously shared at one of our events. You'll have roughly 4 minutes. If you have any questions about the open…
Free
Tell Me A Story #8
Rose City Book Pub 1329 NE Fremont, Portland, OR, United StatesTell Me A Story is a monthly reading series curated by zines + things and hosted by our dear friends at Rose City Book Pub. For our Monday, September 23rd show, we welcome poetry and prose from: Sofi! Emily Daniels! Melissa Lynne! Chelsea Sieg! and host Jessica Wadleigh! Admission is free. Drinks and great food available in this wonderful venue. This talented lineup deserves your support - how ya can make it!
Free
Grief Rites Readers Series ~ October 7
The Stacks Coffeehouse 1831 N. Killingsworth St, Portland, OR, United StatesA monthly storytelling showcase about grief, loss and love. Gather in community with others who share grief in all forms and manifestations. Come ready to cry, laugh, listen and hold space for yourself and others. *Trigger warning, because Grief. Content not edited for language or topic. Mature audience. Venue is accessible. ***This month's event will include an open mic, in addition to our curated readers. If you have words to share about your grief, we welcome you. Open mic’ers will have 4 minutes.*** Open mic signups begin at 6:30pm. Readings start at 7pm. If you have any questions about the open mic please message here on FB, or email us at info@griefritesfoundation.org Curated Storytellers... Nicole Ausmus Jess Byers Amy Findling Wendy Noonan Krista Price Carolyn…
Free
Grief Rites Readers Series ~ November 4
Rose City Book Pub 1329 NE Fremont, Portland, OR, United StatesA monthly storytelling showcase about grief, loss and love. Gather in community with others who share grief in all forms and manifestations. Come ready to cry, laugh, listen and hold space for yourself and others. *Trigger warning, because Grief. Content not edited for language or topic. Mature audience. *Venue is accessible; gender-neutral restrooms on premises. ***This month's event will include an open mic, in addition to our curated readers. If you have words to share about your grief, we welcome you.*** Open mic signups begin at 7pm; readings at 7:30pm. You'll have roughly 4 minutes. If you have any questions about the open mic please message here on FB, or email us at info@griefritesfoundation.org Curated Storytellers... Kelly Wilson Amy Findling Sarah Shaoul Adrian Mirror Andrea…
Free
The Poe Show 2020
Clinton Street Theater 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland, OR, United StatesEvery year we celebrate Edgar Allan Poe with a birthday party/roast that includes a variety of performances. This year is no exception. We're looking at bringing six new acts to you along with some surprises. Join us for a taste of the macabre like only Portland can provide! Sally K. Lehman Melissa Lynne Katie Doyle Tim Stapleton Beats by Taber Arias Nastashia Minto performing The Raven and more TBA! Celebrate the master of the macabre with spoken word, music, improv, and skits that are inspired by Poe, are interpretations of his work, or roasts of Poe. DOORS AT 7:30pm. From the Poe Museum website: The name Poe brings to mind images of murderers and madmen, premature burials, and mysterious women who return from the dead. His…
$5
Coffee Talk #19
Online N/A, Portland, OR, United StatesCome hear 5 wonderful writers read their hearts on a winter's night. Join us in the zoom room at 7 PM Pacific on Thursday February 4th, 2021. Featuring: Adam Strong, Jasmine Pettet, Melissa Lynne, Poppy Lyn, Sue Fagalde Lick Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81453636818?pwd=a29pNTl4OGhuWVFTNHlpN0czeVlWZz09
Free
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