Corks, Poetry & Laughter (THE EXPERIENCE)

Corks, Poetry & Laughter (THE EXPERIENCE)

Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with Corks, Poetry, and Laughter at Venue 89 in Rockingham, N.C.! Join us on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 5:00 (EST) for an event that promises to delight your senses. Last year this event was private but EPIC in every sense of the word leaving guest wanting a part 2. Well we are opening this up to the public for round 2.

We will indulge in a flight of 6 exquisite wines as you mingle with fellow enthusiasts in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Savor each sip and let the flavors transport you to vineyards around the world.

But that's not all! Prepare to be captivated by a lineup of talented poets who will share their heartfelt verses, taking you on an emotional journey through their words. From poignant reflections to whimsical tales, their performances will leave you inspired and moved.

And what's a night of poetry, drinks, & friends without a touch of comedy? Our comedy lineup of hilarious stand-up comedians will have you rolling in the aisles, ensuring an evening filled with uproarious laughter and endless entertainment.

So mark your calendars and join us at Venue 89 Event Space for Corks, Poetry & Laughter (THE EXPERIENCE). It's an event you won't want to miss!

The Wines : This will be something different as we will explore & focus more of the sweeter side of things to semi sweet, sweet reds & the cleanest moscato wines but not too sweet but done with taste. We will go around the world in a day from local favs to Italys finest.

The Spoken Word Poets :

If you are ready for some Poetic Justice then we have 2 of the best talents and vets in the spoken word realm.

Linda Orji : A jack of all trades, She's an speaker, writer, trainer a spoken word artist and author originally from The Bronx, now living in Charlotte, North Carolina.

She was chosen as a finalist for the 2021 Harvey B. Gantt Center for African American Arts Museum’s Spoken Word contest, “Spoken Dreams.”

Linda has a book, Cracked Concrete: Vol. 1. Cracked Concrete is your first step to learning how to conquer your own journey of self-innovation. A must read and available on Amazon.

Dionne Hunter - is originally from Birmingham, Alabama, but has also called Ohio and North Carolina home.

As a United States Navy Vet., mother of 2 and grandmother of 4, Ms. Hunter has gravitated to Spoken Word as an expression of her emotions and ideals.

Most recently she has authored a book titled “I am a Dahomey Warrior!” Her book is available on Amazon. A must read.

They will give you heart felt poetry and a journey of emotions that will delight and amaze.

The Comedians :

Time to laugh and cry as our comedic geniuses will make you

Licita Cromer known to the world as "Sweet Baby Kita", A native of Spartanburg, S.C., currently residing in Atlanta, G.A. She's been making audiences laugh for over 10yrs. She's a winner on Showtime at the Apollo, appeared on Comedy Central's Kevin Hart, Hart of the city, & USO Tours & more. Also feature on The Steve Harvey Show, Kita"s comedy is clever & unapoliegetic. She also made appearaces on many others shows. She's rising up the ranks & up and coming. See her now before she really blows up. She will be a future queen of comedy!!!

T-ray Sanders Hails from High Point, N.C., now living in Atlanta, G.A. most famously seen on B.E.T.'s ComicView is a 30 yr comic veteran and is extrmely funny. T-ray stills grinds and tours the U.S. with his comic routine, killing every audience he perform in front of. T-Ray has made appearances on many t.v. show, movies radio etc. He is not to be missed.

Trey "Crooked T " Pone : From Lumberton, N.C., Trey has a movie on Tubi out now "My Best Friend" also he has made an appeareance on the Weakiest Link, numerous appearances at colleges, clubs and has been featured with some of the best comedians in the business up & down the east coast. Known for his laugh, Tre will leave you with a side splitting good time GUARANTEED!!!

The Xtras :

Keep it a Secret Entertainment will prove the soundtrack for the night, Music, 360 camera, Live video, as well as photography & photo opportunities to commerate the memories of the nights . All free so come and wear your best!!!

Freebees :

Come take advantage of our 360 camera, photography, live video, drinks & refreshments, V.I.P. & Ultimate V.I.P. will receive swag bags all free and included with the purchase of 1 show ticket!!! Swag Bag will be given to all V.I.P. & U. V.I.P. ticket holders in attendance. Bag items will be given based on your V.I.P. ticket tier you purchased. Ultimate V.I.P. will get mysery gift and other surprises. U. V,I.P. bags have an estimated $125 value

Armed Security & Safety provided by AARD WOLF INTERNATIONAL and security will be STRICTLY INFORCED to ensure a fun night & everyones safety.

Sponsors :

Shoe Crazy Wines : Gwen Hurt is founder and Ceo. and owner of this femaile owned, black owned wine company along with her daughter Brittny Hurt. Make sure you check her unexpected journey to now a wine company owner. Her story will definitely inspire your dream and asirations of independence and being a company owner. www.shoecrazywine.com

Blyssful Mood Co.

Avenues & Boulevards www.aveblvdsglobal.com

This will be one heck of an evening so make your plans NOW. Grown & sexy vibe WILL BE ON FULL DISPLAY so dress accordingly, semi casual to dress to impress and everything in between. No athletic gear, ball caps Big logo gear etc.

Must be 21 Yrs of age to attend.

Hope you can take time out your busy schedule to vibe with us!!!

Host or Publisher Blyssful Mood Co.