Upcoming Poetry Events – Week of October 21, 2018
Here’s a look at the poetry and spoken word readings, open mics, workshops, events, and slams in the region this week.
Two Poems – Dave Kime
Two poems from poet Dave Kime, who will be the featured reader at the October 2018 edition of Poets Speak Loud.
Housewife Tuesday: Days of Wine and Procedures
Mary had to have a non-serious procedure and because of the drugs involved, she needed a ride. Luckily, Capri was ready for an adventure.
The Next Chapter: #Victober is Coming!
Don Levy is getting ready for the #Victober challenge, where he will be nothing nothing but books written in the Victorian era in October.
The Half-Dead Poet Review: Let Poetry Just Be Poetry
R.M. Engelhardt is back with another Half-Dead Poet Review discussing the media covering young poets and seemingly ignoring the past.
Poets Speak Loud Featuring Dave Kime
The Poets Speak Loud open mic series continues at McGeary’s in downtown Albany on Monday, October 29, with featured reader Dave Kime.
Brass Tacks Featuring Mugabi Byenkya
We are very happy to welcome our very first Brass Tacks featured poet, Mugabi Byenkya, on Tuesday, October 16 at The Low Beat.
Albany Poets Presents Thom Francis
The Albany Poets Presents series of poetry, spoken word, and conversation continues on Wednesday, October 17 at Restaurant Navona.
Help us Make the 2019 Albany Word Fest the Best Yet!
We are starting to plan out the next Albany Word Fest and we want to know about your Word Fest history and what you want to see in 2019.
Call for Submissions: 4th Annual Stephen A. DiBiase Poetry Prize
Bob Sharkey announces the 4th Annual Stephen A. DiBiase Poetry Prize is now accepting submissions.
“Woven Lightening” by Roberta Gould
Roberta Gould is pleased to announce the publication of her new book, "Woven Lightning", from Spuyten Duyvil Press.
Call for Submissions: Up The River, Issue Seven
Albany Poets announces a call for submissions for for Up The River, Issue Seven, which will be published in April 2019.
