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OpenRoad Poetry OpenRoad Poetry, partners Crystal Letters & RescuePoetix TM that hosts Poetry & Art Showcases & Open Mic events to benefit local artists & poets.

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SMUSH Gallery - WORK/SHARE Virtual Artist Feedback Session­Sunday, May 31st @ 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. EST on ZOOMGive and ...
05/09/2026

SMUSH Gallery - WORK/SHARE Virtual Artist Feedback Session
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Sunday, May 31st @ 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. EST on ZOOM

Give and get the most useful feedback possible - come to WORK/SHARE! Share your work, meet other artists, and hone your response skill in a constructive, moderated setting. Open to artists and creators of all disciplines. Join us virtually from anywhere!

$15-30 sliding scale
RSVP Required

Facilitated by Aurelia Luciano (she/her), SMUSH Gallery Event Producer & poet. Email [email protected] with questions or access needs!

RSVP: https://www.smushgallery.com/calendar/2024/8/20/happening-smush-crafting-circle-hosted-by-jc-crafting-circle-94b5e-x7jf9-sbcge-57rcw-7ps9h-98fnk-9j5wc-seex7-j5ka2-t7534-r7386-l5p52-yj8kc-hhnh5-sjkfy-pabet

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Brownstone Poets on Zoom: E. Lynn Alexander, Han Raschka, Richard LorangerWednesday, May 27th @ 2:00 p.m. ESTYou are inv...
05/09/2026

Brownstone Poets on Zoom:
E. Lynn Alexander, Han Raschka, Richard Loranger

Wednesday, May 27th @ 2:00 p.m. EST

You are invited to join us for our May event on Zoom on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 2 pm ET with E. Lynn Alexander, Han Raschka, and Richard Loranger. Plus a limited open mic. Your $5 contribution keeps our annual anthology in print. Hosted by Patricia Carragon, our Brooklyn girl and Editor-in-Chief.

Please follow the directions below, completing both steps at least two days before the reading to avoid delays entering the meeting room. Note the order of the open mic follows the order of signup. Sign up early to read early in the program. Last-minute signup means you will read at the end of the program. The cutoff for Zoom access for an open mic slot is noon the day of reading. After noon, late registrants are not guaranteed Zoom access to join the open but will receive a link to watch the reading live-streamed on YouTube.

Please follow these instructions:
Step 1: Make your $5 contribution: https://bit.ly/3bkqFmO
Step 2: Register in advance for this meeting:
https://bit.ly/3hnpy8D
Step 3: After making your contribution and completing your registration, you will receive a confidential confirmation email containing your unique link to join the event.

E. Lynn Alexander
E. Lynn Alexander writes, creates, repurposes, and assembles art and books in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania.

Han Raschka
Han Raschka is a q***r Midwest poet. Their first collection, Splinters (Collapse Press) was released in 2022, and their chapbook Enamel (Bottlecap Press) was published in 2023.

Richard Loranger
Richard Loranger is a multi-genre writer, performer, text artist, and all-around squeaky wheel, currently residing in Oakland, CA. You can find more about their work and scandals at www.richardloranger.com.

Patricia Carragon

Tuesday, May 27th @ 7:30 p.m. ESTTake the stage—or take a seat! MST Open Mic Night welcomes musicians, singers, poets, a...
05/08/2026

Tuesday, May 27th @ 7:30 p.m. EST

Take the stage—or take a seat! MST Open Mic Night welcomes musicians, singers, poets, actors, comedians, dancers, and creatives of all kinds to share their talent in a fun, supportive space. Each act is up to 5 minutes. Piano accompanist and track playback available—bring sheet music!

Doors open at 7:00 PM | Performances begin at 7:30 PM

Free admission — all are welcome!

Sign up in advance using our online form or sign up in person when you arrive.

Not performing? Come enjoy the show—our performers love an audience! Door prizes and surprises all night, plus snacks and refreshments available for purchase.

Performer sign-up: forms.gle/1rNT4fhQ8XiGEByx6
For more info visit: www.milesquaretheatre.org

Location:
Mile Square Theatre
1400 Clinton St
Hoboken, NJ 07030

Mile Square Theatre

WAYE Poetry:By the WAYE No. 03 Drop Party at Andco NorthWednesday, May 27th @ 7:00 p.m. EST By the WAYE No. 03 drops on ...
05/08/2026

WAYE Poetry:
By the WAYE No. 03 Drop Party at Andco North

Wednesday, May 27th @ 7:00 p.m. EST

By the WAYE No. 03 drops on Wednesday, May 27th. We'l have a featured reading of poets whose work is in the magazine, as well as our featured poet for the issue. Refreshments will be served. Admission is FREE!

FREE RSVP

Location:
Andco North
220 9th Street
Jersey City, N 07302

The Rose Garden Events: Freshman Class ShowcaseTuesday, May 19th @ 6:30 p.m. ESTThe 2026 Freshman Class Showcase is your...
05/07/2026

The Rose Garden Events: Freshman Class Showcase

Tuesday, May 19th @ 6:30 p.m. EST

The 2026 Freshman Class Showcase is your exclusive first look at the next generation of Spoken Word trailblazers! 🌟 Curated by The Rose Garden Events, this electrifying evening celebrates the emerging voices redefining the art of poetry and performance.

🔥 What to Expect:
✨ A powerful lineup of rising spoken word artists making their mark
🎤 Dynamic performances that blend storytelling, rhythm, and raw emotion
📍 A vibrant atmosphere at the legendary Bowery Poetry Club in the heart of the Lower East Side.
💫 Community, connection, and an unforgettable night of inspiration

This isn’t just a showcase, it’s a rite of passage for the Poets who will shape the future of spoken word. Be there to witness their journey from rising stars to LEGENDs.

Location:
The Bowery Poetry Club
308 Bowery
New York, NY 10012

Tickets: https://posh.vip/e/2026-freshman-class-showcase

Awaken JC: Open MicSaturday, May 16th @ 6:00 p.m. ESTAwaken JC Open Mic is a bi-weekly creative gathering rooted in expr...
05/07/2026

Awaken JC: Open Mic

Saturday, May 16th @ 6:00 p.m. EST

Awaken JC Open Mic is a bi-weekly creative gathering rooted in expression, healing, and community. Held in Jersey City, Awaken provides a welcoming space for artists of all kinds—poets, musicians, singers, dancers, comedians, and storytellers—to share their voice and connect.

Each event features a live band, an open mic, and a rotating featured artist, all guided by a monthly theme that invites reflection and authenticity. In alignment with each theme, we also host a community raffle, including a curated book generously provided by our local partner, Word Bookstore, to deepen the experience beyond the stage.

Awaken goes beyond a typical open mic. It's a community space where artists gather to express, connect, and grow together.

Details:
Barshay’s VIP Restaurant – Jersey City
Doors 6PM | Show 7PM
Open mic + live feature
Free before 7PM | $10 after | BYOB +fee

Upcoming Dates:
May 16th- Special Birthday Celebration for J*La-Roc! Clothing Swap!
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Location:
Barshay's VIP Diner

175 Sip Ave.

Jersey City, NJ 07306

Mile Square Theatre - Broadway Showcase Musical R***eFriday, May 15th @ 6:00 p.m. ESTThe Theater Company proudly announ...
05/06/2026

Mile Square Theatre - Broadway Showcase Musical R***e

Friday, May 15th @ 6:00 p.m. EST

The Theater Company proudly announces its return to the stage with the Broadway Showcase Musical R***e, presented at Mile Square Theatre as part of their Music & More Series. Featuring local performers singing songs from classic and contemporary Broadway musicals. In keeping with its commitment to supporting local artists, The Theatre Company will also feature the artwork of long-time Hoboken resident Raymond Smith.

Creative Team:
Director/Music: David Zimmerman
Assistant Director: Jen Searing
Choreographer: Cam Clifford
Cast: Angela Amabile, Valerie Calligy, Emily Francis, Bob Garner, Kaajal Kheny, Jessica Nelson, Nicolas Re, Nicole Spano, Carla Squillace, Vanessa Verduga, and Rachel Virga
Sponsor: Court Street Restaurant & Bar

Dates & Time:
May 15–16, 2026 at 7:30 PM

Tickets:
$25 Adults | $20 Seniors/Students | $15 Children under 12
More Info: www.milesquaretheatre.org

Location:
Mile Square Theatre
1400 Clinton St
Hoboken, NJ 07030

Mile Square Theatre

IECC - Young Professionals Networking EventThursday, May 14th @ 6:00 p.m. ESTThe Italian Educational & Cultural Center ...
05/06/2026

IECC - Young Professionals Networking Event

Thursday, May 14th @ 6:00 p.m. EST

The Italian Educational & Cultural Center at Casa Colombo is excited to announce a brand new initiative. The IECC Young Professionals Network is a semi-regular series of events and mixers geared towards our younger generations looking to either make headway on their careers, or keep their best networking fresh and relevant.

This event is open to all who live within the Jersey City or New York Metropolitan area and beyond.
casacolombo

Come join us for our kickoff event - featuring wine, nibbles and simple ice-breakers - on Thursday, May 14th from 6:00PM to 8:00PM.

IECC Members go FREE, and Non-members may attend for the admission price of $10.

Location:
Casa Colombo
380 Monmouth Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302

JC Writers: One Mic Stand with SJFriday, May 8th @ 6:30 p.m. ESTStep up. Speak out. Stand tall.Jersey City Writers invit...
05/05/2026

JC Writers: One Mic Stand with SJ

Friday, May 8th @ 6:30 p.m. EST

Step up. Speak out. Stand tall.

Jersey City Writers invites you to One-Mic Stand with SJ—an open mic experience like no other! This is where raw talent meets electrifying energy, and every voice has a chance to shine.

On the 2nd Friday of every month, two incredible featured poets will take the stage alongside a lineup of fearless performers from our vibrant poetry community. Open mic slots are 5 minutes each, giving you the perfect space to share your truth—whether it’s poetry, spoken word, or a story waiting to be heard.

Come for the poetry. Stay for the magic. Join the movement.

$10 Suggested Donation (Cash, Venmo, Paypal)

Doors open at 6:30pm, Open Mic starts at 7pm -- first come, first served!

Our Host Steve Willett (SJ) is a sound poet who is actively involved in the poetry community and has had several feature performances around New Jersey.

05/08 FEATURED ACTS: Josie Libero & SNC

Josie Libero is a Jersey City based poet, event curator, community organizer and s*x educator. By day, she works in health education at Rutgers Newark and by night she is the founder and host of the Cozy Curations- both the Cozy Slam and Cozy Open Mic.

Simple N’ Clean — But the poetry isn’t.
Simple N’ Clean (SNC) is a nationally ranked spoken word artist, poetry slam champion, writer, and educator from Jersey City, New Jersey.

AND SPECIAL GUEST: Montana Fucci of CRANKY ANGEL
Cranky Angel is a second-hand boutique in downtown Jersey City that curates 90s and Y2K clothing, accessories, and nostalgia. It also offers customization services including airbrushing, bedazzling, studding, pin-back buttons, and charms.

She will be offering charm bracelets.
$15 phone charms that include 1 word and 1 charm
$15 charm bracelets with $1 per charm
Supported by public funds from the Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund

Location:
JC Writers
157B 1st Street
6th Floor
Jersey City
NJ 07307

Jersey City Writers

Casa Colombo: Louis Prima: Rediscovering A Musical IconExhibition open through August 15thNow open at the Italian Educat...
05/05/2026

Casa Colombo: Louis Prima: Rediscovering A Musical Icon

Exhibition open through August 15th

Now open at the Italian Educational & Cultural Center (IECC) at Casa Colombo through August 15th 2026, 'Louis Prima: Rediscovering a Musical Icon' is an exhibition produced in collaboration with the Gia Maione Prima Foundation and the Italian American Museum of Los Angeles (IAMLA) that explores the life and legacy of Louis Prima (1910-1978), a skilled jazzman, prolific songwriter, and extraordinary performer. Although he is no longer a household name, Prima’s music is omnipresent, from film and television to viral TikTok videos, Disney tunes, and hit covers by contemporary artists.

The exhibition examines Prima’s background and inspirations, his rise to success, artistic prowess, and role in transforming Las Vegas into a glamorous nightlife center. Grammy Award-winning, multimillion-dollar hitmaker Louis Prima was also unapologetically Italian American during a time when such displays of ethnicity were frowned upon. He helped pave the path for other performers, including Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and Perry Como.

Through hits such as “Sing, Sing, Sing,” “Jump, Jive, an’ Wail,” and “Angelina,” as well as personal effects, memorabilia, and rare images, the exhibition enables visitors of all ages to discover, or rediscover this groundbreaking performer and true legend of the music world.

Location:
Casa Colombo
380 Monmouth Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
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