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Event Series New Orleans Poetry Festival & Small Press Fair

NOPF International Night: Korean Poetry & Translation

Cafe Istanbul 2372 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

In partnership with the Literature Translation Institute of Korea, our annual International Night features a roundtable and performance by Korean poets, translators, and publishers. The evening begins with a roundtable discussion among the participants and culminates with a bi-lingual reading by the poets and their translators. The roundtable will begin at 6:30pm and will be …

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Writing Creative Nonfiction

NOCCA Foundation 2832 Royal, New Orleans

Creative Nonfiction blends elements of fiction and essay. It is a perfect medium for students who wish to write about their own lives in ways that will be compelling for other readers. Like fiction writers, we will work on building interesting stories out of our own experiences, with attention to striking details, characterization, and effective …

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$2 – $365

Soft Clock (Offsite NOPF)

4011 St Claude Ave 4011 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

A pile of out-of-towners softening time, late night NOPF offsite reading. 10pm 4011 St Claude Ave, 4/19. Stella Corso, Michelle Gil-Montero, Henry Goldkamp, Angie Lee, Sarah Minor, Alyssa Moore, Leah Nieboer, and Jimin Seo, with soundscape by Erika Hodges, hosted by Cameron Lovejoy.

Free
Event Series New Orleans Poetry Festival & Small Press Fair

NOPF: Small Press Fair, Readings, Roundtables & Workshops

New Orleans Healing Center 2372 St. Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

The Small Press Fair takes place in the Grand Hall of the New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave. from 9am to 5pm on Saturday and from 9pm to 4pm Sunday, April 20-21. Readings, roundtables, and workshops will be held throughout the New Orleans Healing Center and the nearby St. Roch Tavern, 1200 St. …

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Alyssa Moore’s WET MEDIA – Book Release (NOPF)

New Orleans Healing Center 2372 St. Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

Come celebrate the mechanism’s disturbance at the New Orleans Poetry Festival—Alyssa Moore’s debut chapbook WET MEDIA: a humorous, visual burst of polemics on paywalls, clocks, la la land, and other mechanisms of control; which, through its forms, jams its slippery text into the cogs of the apparatus & waits. Recipient of Tilted House's 1br/3bath chapbook …

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Free

The Write

City Park Boathouse 3 Friederichs Ave, New Orleans

The Write is the only weekly writing workshop in New Orleans. Free and Open to the public, The Write meets each Saturday at city park near the Boathouse and bike rentals. Children, pets, and snacks welcome!

Free
Event Series New Orleans Poetry Festival & Small Press Fair

NOPF Main Event: LaTasha N. Nevada Diggs & Carolina Ebeid & Cornelius Eady Trio

Cafe Istanbul 2372 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

NOPF presents our main event with interdisciplinary poet and sound artist, LaTasha N. Nevada Diggs, and multimedia poet Carolina Ebeid. Their performances will be followed by a set from the Cornelius Eady Trio. Performances begin at 7pm on Saturday, April 20th, at Café Istanbul in the New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude, New Orleans, …

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The Everette Maddox Memorial Reading Series

Maple Leaf Bar 8316 Oak St, New Orleans, LA, United States

Sundays at 4:20 pm The Maple Leaf Bar hosts the longest continuously running poetry reading series in North America. It is free and open to the public. The poetry series has been a platform for a great diversity of writers to present their work, from the published and well-established to the novice poet alike. The …

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Event Series The Lost Scribe Society

The Lost Scribe Society

Three Palms Bar and Grill 3813 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

Lost Scribes Society is a poetry open mic taking place every 2nd and 4th Thursday at Three Palms Bar and Grill. This event is free and open to the public, 21 and up. Hosted by Lyrical Paradigm.  Sign up at 7pm, open mic at 8.

Free

LMNL Arts’ Transpoetic Showcase

The Domino 3044 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

Join us for a night of fantastical night of mind-bending performances by Judy Lea Steele, Henry Goldkamp, & Roxi Power.   Judy Lea Steele is an interdisciplinary writer, performer and producer. Her theatrical career spans stage, film, commercials and VO. As an actress, she will return to The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company in The Felt …

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Writing Creative Nonfiction

NOCCA Foundation 2832 Royal, New Orleans

Creative Nonfiction blends elements of fiction and essay. It is a perfect medium for students who wish to write about their own lives in ways that will be compelling for other readers. Like fiction writers, we will work on building interesting stories out of our own experiences, with attention to striking details, characterization, and effective …

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$2 – $365
Event Series WRITING CLASS AT MID-CITY YACHT CLUB

WRITING CLASS AT MID-CITY YACHT CLUB

Mid City Yacht Club 440 S St Patrick St, New Orleans, LA, United States

Interested in improving your writing? If you want help with a novel or short story, you will find this eight-week course useful and enjoyable. Even if you are writing nonfiction or a memoir, we will cover techniques that will strengthen your narrative. Each session we look at a different aspect of storytelling such as plotting …

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Writing Fiction with T Clark

NOCCA Foundation 2832 Royal, New Orleans

In this course, participants will submit 2-3 stories and receive feedback from their classmates and the instructor. We will use these stories and outside readings to discuss elements of craft such as dialogue, characterization, and plot. Participants will be responsible for reading and responding to the work of their peers both verbally in discussion, and …

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$2 – $365

Esoterotica: Original Erotic Readings by Local Writers

The AllWays Lounge 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA, United States

Every Other Wednesday at The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret 2240 St. Claude Ave. NOLA 21 & Up, $5 at the Door, ID's & Proof of Vaxx Required We Strive to Create an Inclusive & Safe Space for Our Audience & Provocateurs. No Matter Who You Are, What You Desire, or Whom You Love, All Are …

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Event Series Poets on Poets

Poets on Poets

Cafe Istanbul 2372 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

Café Istanbul presents Poets on Poets every Wednesday 10:00 pm - 2:00 am. Doors open for 9:00 pm. $5 drinks all night long.

LMNL Arts presents Poetry & Pie, featuring Nicole Eiden, Andy Young, Gina Ferrara, and Kyran Pittmann

Windowsill Pies 4714 Freret St, New Orleans, LA, United States

Join us for a very, very special Poetry & Pie this month. It will be full of laughter and tears and champagne. And, of course, pie. See you then! Nicole is a writer and baker. She is the 2023 LMNL Poetry Broadside Contest winner with her poem, “The Bridge.” Additionally, her poem “Embodiment” was the …

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Free
Event Series The Lost Scribe Society

The Lost Scribe Society

Three Palms Bar and Grill 3813 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

Lost Scribes Society is a poetry open mic taking place every 2nd and 4th Thursday at Three Palms Bar and Grill. This event is free and open to the public, 21 and up. Hosted by Lyrical Paradigm.  Sign up at 7pm, open mic at 8.

Free

Poetry and Espresso

Roots Plants and Coffee 124 B Erlanger Avenue, Slidell, LA, United States

Poetry open mic with featured musicians, on the last Friday of every month. Solo musicians are also invited to play the open mic. Free admission. Please arrive early if you want to perform. Five minute limit for poets. Seven to ten minutes for music open-mic singers and musicians. Please arrive early to sign in!

Free

The Write

City Park Boathouse 3 Friederichs Ave, New Orleans

The Write is the only weekly writing workshop in New Orleans. Free and Open to the public, The Write meets each Saturday at city park near the Boathouse and bike rentals. Children, pets, and snacks welcome!

Free

Free Verse Social Club

Twelfth Night coffee 628 N Rampart, New Orleans

Free Verse Social Club will be featuring Skye Jackson and Chris Hanson Saturday April 27th at 7pm. Open mic to follow.

Free

The Everette Maddox Memorial Reading Series

Maple Leaf Bar 8316 Oak St, New Orleans, LA, United States

Sundays at 4:20 pm The Maple Leaf Bar hosts the longest continuously running poetry reading series in North America. It is free and open to the public. The poetry series has been a platform for a great diversity of writers to present their work, from the published and well-established to the novice poet alike. The …

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An Evening with TQ Sims and Tracey Anne Duncan (T)

Blue Cypress Books 8123 Oak St., New Orleans, LA, United States

Join us Tuesday, April 30th at 6:30pm as we celebrate TQ Sims’ debut book, Godspeed, Lovers! TQ will be in conversation with Tracey Anne Duncan (T). The discussion and reading will be followed by an audience Q&A and a book signing. Books may be purchased in-person or via phone before the event or in-person during …

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Event Series WRITING CLASS AT MID-CITY YACHT CLUB

WRITING CLASS AT MID-CITY YACHT CLUB

Mid City Yacht Club 440 S St Patrick St, New Orleans, LA, United States

Interested in improving your writing? If you want help with a novel or short story, you will find this eight-week course useful and enjoyable. Even if you are writing nonfiction or a memoir, we will cover techniques that will strengthen your narrative. Each session we look at a different aspect of storytelling such as plotting …

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Virtual Author Talk: Douglas Brunt

Virtual Author Talk on Zoom - Register to recieve the link

In an online author talk, Douglas Brunt discusses his bestselling debut non-fiction work. Register to receive the link to join and submit questions. New York Times bestselling author, Douglas Brunt, discusses his instant bestselling debut non-fiction work The Mysterious Case of Rudolph Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I. This book reveals …

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Free
Event Series Poets on Poets

Poets on Poets

Cafe Istanbul 2372 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

Café Istanbul presents Poets on Poets every Wednesday 10:00 pm - 2:00 am. Doors open for 9:00 pm. $5 drinks all night long.

Author Night at Latter Library: E.M. Tran – Daughters of the New Year

Milton H. Latter Memorial Library 5120 Saint Charles Ave., New Orleans

E.M. Tran's debut novel is a lively, spellbinding tale about the extraordinary women within a Vietnamese immigrant family in New Orleans—and the ancient zodiac legend that binds them together.   What does the future hold for those born in the years of the Dragon, Tiger, and Goat? In present day New Orleans, Xuan Trung, former beauty …

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Free

The Write

City Park Boathouse 3 Friederichs Ave, New Orleans

The Write is the only weekly writing workshop in New Orleans. Free and Open to the public, The Write meets each Saturday at city park near the Boathouse and bike rentals. Children, pets, and snacks welcome!

Free

The Everette Maddox Memorial Reading Series

Maple Leaf Bar 8316 Oak St, New Orleans, LA, United States

Sundays at 4:20 pm The Maple Leaf Bar hosts the longest continuously running poetry reading series in North America. It is free and open to the public. The poetry series has been a platform for a great diversity of writers to present their work, from the published and well-established to the novice poet alike. The …

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ALOUD with Paris Tate

Turtle Bay 1119 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA, United States

Join us on the delightful second floor of Turtle Bay for a reading featuring Paris Tate! Show up early to hang out, enjoy the balcony, catch up with folks, and order some food or drinks. We’ll give everyone time to get situated, then welcome our featured reader. After the feature, we’ll take a break, then …

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Free
Event Series WRITING CLASS AT MID-CITY YACHT CLUB

WRITING CLASS AT MID-CITY YACHT CLUB

Mid City Yacht Club 440 S St Patrick St, New Orleans, LA, United States

Interested in improving your writing? If you want help with a novel or short story, you will find this eight-week course useful and enjoyable. Even if you are writing nonfiction or a memoir, we will cover techniques that will strengthen your narrative. Each session we look at a different aspect of storytelling such as plotting …

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Virtual Author Talk: Nina Simon

Virtual Author Talk on Zoom - Register to recieve the link

In an online author talk, Nina Simon discusses her new mystery novel. Register to receive the link to join and submit questions.   Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door. Mother-Daughter Murder Night follows high-powered businesswoman Lana Rubicon. She has a lot to be proud of with her keen intelligence, impeccable taste, and the …

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Free

Esoterotica: Original Erotic Readings by Local Writers

The AllWays Lounge 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA, United States

Every Other Wednesday at The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret 2240 St. Claude Ave. NOLA 21 & Up, $5 at the Door, ID's & Proof of Vaxx Required We Strive to Create an Inclusive & Safe Space for Our Audience & Provocateurs. No Matter Who You Are, What You Desire, or Whom You Love, All Are …

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Event Series Poets on Poets

Poets on Poets

Cafe Istanbul 2372 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

Café Istanbul presents Poets on Poets every Wednesday 10:00 pm - 2:00 am. Doors open for 9:00 pm. $5 drinks all night long.

Event Series The Lost Scribe Society

The Lost Scribe Society

Three Palms Bar and Grill 3813 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

Lost Scribes Society is a poetry open mic taking place every 2nd and 4th Thursday at Three Palms Bar and Grill. This event is free and open to the public, 21 and up. Hosted by Lyrical Paradigm.  Sign up at 7pm, open mic at 8.

Free

Write About Now Poetry Live in New Orleans hosted by iCON ft. Xach Blunt

Cafe Istanbul 2372 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

Write About Now is the preferred destination of poetry for thousands of individuals each year. Our poetry events have become a bucket list visit for poetry lovers who drive and fly from across the country to attend our shows every single week. Our shows, poets and poetry videos have received popular acclaim garnering attention and …

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$20.00

The Write

City Park Boathouse 3 Friederichs Ave, New Orleans

The Write is the only weekly writing workshop in New Orleans. Free and Open to the public, The Write meets each Saturday at city park near the Boathouse and bike rentals. Children, pets, and snacks welcome!

Free
Event Series The Splice Poetry Series

The Splice Poetry Series: Michael Martin Shea & Rodney Jones

Saturn Bar 3067 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA, United States

Michael Martin Shea & Rodney Jones will read their poems at Saturn Bar on Saturday, May 11th @ 6:00 p.m. This event is free and open to the public and is supported in part by http://litwire.org/ Michael Martin Shea is the author of multiple chapbooks of poetry and hybrid prose, including most recently To Hell With …

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The Everette Maddox Memorial Reading Series

Maple Leaf Bar 8316 Oak St, New Orleans, LA, United States

Sundays at 4:20 pm The Maple Leaf Bar hosts the longest continuously running poetry reading series in North America. It is free and open to the public. The poetry series has been a platform for a great diversity of writers to present their work, from the published and well-established to the novice poet alike. The …

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Author Night at Hubbell Library: Kayla Min Andrews – The Fetishist

Cita Dennis Hubbell Library 725 Pelican St., New Orleans

In this hilariously savage, poignant novel by acclaimed author Katherine Min, a grieving daughter’s revenge on the man who caused her mother’s death sets off a series of unexpected reckonings.   Writer, editor, and teacher, Kayla Min Andrews discusses her mother's posthumously published second novel, The Fetishist. Andrews helped bring the book to publication, including editing the …

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Free
Event Series WRITING CLASS AT MID-CITY YACHT CLUB

WRITING CLASS AT MID-CITY YACHT CLUB

Mid City Yacht Club 440 S St Patrick St, New Orleans, LA, United States

Interested in improving your writing? If you want help with a novel or short story, you will find this eight-week course useful and enjoyable. Even if you are writing nonfiction or a memoir, we will cover techniques that will strengthen your narrative. Each session we look at a different aspect of storytelling such as plotting …

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Event Series Poets on Poets

Poets on Poets

Cafe Istanbul 2372 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States

Café Istanbul presents Poets on Poets every Wednesday 10:00 pm - 2:00 am. Doors open for 9:00 pm. $5 drinks all night long.

The Write

City Park Boathouse 3 Friederichs Ave, New Orleans

The Write is the only weekly writing workshop in New Orleans. Free and Open to the public, The Write meets each Saturday at city park near the Boathouse and bike rentals. Children, pets, and snacks welcome!

Free

The Everette Maddox Memorial Reading Series

Maple Leaf Bar 8316 Oak St, New Orleans, LA, United States

Sundays at 4:20 pm The Maple Leaf Bar hosts the longest continuously running poetry reading series in North America. It is free and open to the public. The poetry series has been a platform for a great diversity of writers to present their work, from the published and well-established to the novice poet alike. The …

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