Poetry Open Mic at the Library

Schedule

Wed Apr 15 2026 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Joliet Public Library | Joliet, IL

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Join us for an open mic with a special guest -poet and author Alyssa Pacheco- as we celebrate National Poetry Month.
Bring a poem you wrote, or just one you like to read in a low pressure environment.
First time poet? This is the perfect place to shake off your nerves and make your voice heard.
Hosted by Joliet’s inaugural poet laureate Uxmar Torres.
Teens and adults welcome!
All guests and participants will get a free, custom journal to commemorate the evening.
Sign up early by emailing [email protected]
Sign ups also available at the door.
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Joliet Public Library, 150 N Ottawa St. ,Joliet, Illinois, United States

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