Open Mics, Writing Groups and Poetry Readings at The Seattle Public Library in January
release date: January 8, 2019
The Seattle Public Library will offer open mics, writing groups and poetry readings at several locations throughout the city in January.
SCHEDULE
Seattle Writes: Writing Circle with Hugo House - 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9 at the West Seattle Branch, 2306 42nd Ave. S.W., 206-684-7444. A monthly, drop-in writing group hosted by author Jeanine Walker. It features writing exercises, motivation, and ways to connect with other writers.
It's About Time Writers' Reading Series – 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 10 at the Ballard Branch, 5614 22nd Ave. N.W., 206-684-4089. A monthly series featuring author readings and open mics. The 351st meeting features readings from Bob Reeves, Sari Krosinsky and Elise Hulsheh. Fiore Sarrocco will give a short lecture on the writer's craft.
PoetsWest – 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12 at the Green Lake Branch, 7364 E. Green Lake Dr. N., 206-684-7547. A monthly open mic that takes place on the second Saturday of each month, featuring readings of poetry and prose.
Writers Read – 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 13 at the Columbia Branch, 4721 Rainier Ave. S., 206-386-1908. A monthly open mic with selected author readings on the second Sunday of each month, presented in partnership with African-American Writers' Alliance.
Seattle Writes: Writing Circle with Hugo House – 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 14 at the Columbia Branch, 4721 Rainier Ave. S., 206-386-1908. A monthly, drop-in writing group hosted by author Brett Hamil. It features writing exercises, motivation, and ways to connect with other writers.
Seattle Writes: Writing Circle with Hugo House – 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15 at the Fremont Branch, 731 N. 35th St., 206-684-4084. A monthly, drop-in writing group hosted by author Alma García. It features writing exercises, motivation, and ways to connect with other writers.
Seattle Writes: Residencies Revealed - 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20 at the Central Library, 1000 Fourth Ave., Level 4, Washington Mutual Foundation Meeting Room 2, 206-386-4636. Representatives from various Washington residencies will share information on what they offer writers as well as tips for the application process. Writers who have attended multiple residencies will be on hand to answer your questions, too.
Poetry 'Potluck' – 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24 at the Ballard Branch, 5614 22nd Ave. N.W., 206-684-4089. An informal monthly gathering for listening to and reading poetry aloud. Attendees should bring a few favorite poems. This is a feast of poetry, not a food event.
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