Top Poetry Events In Philadelphia
Wired Beans Cafe
301 W. Chelten Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19144
(215) 844-1101
www.poetry247.com
Dates: Every Thursday at 6:30 p.m.
The brainchild of Poet DeLantz, a former barista, Coffee After Dark poetically fuses together the stimulation of coffee with the stimulation of the heart and mind every Thursday evening. The Wired Beans Café has a full menu with many vegan and vegetarian options and offers fresh fruit. You can either experience the spoken word from poets who use storytelling techniques in their poetry, or get up there yourself and express your own inner poet and artist. The Wired Beans Cafe also opens the mic up to singers and musicians.
Dowling's Palace
1310 N. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 236-9888
www.poetry247.com/juswords
Dates: Every Thursday at 8 p.m.
Jus' Words is a weekly spoken word hosted by Ms. Wise, E the Mcee and Shyste. All talent is welcome. Dowling's place has showcased some of the world's most famous artists since 2003 and holds numerous weekly events from karaoke and jazz to different types of poetry. Come to feed your soul and your belly with some soul food and whet your whistle with some adult beverages.
Warmdaddy's
1400 Columbus Blvd.
(215) 462-2000
www.warmdaddys.com
Date: April 29 at 8 p.m.
Peace, Love & Poetry takes poetry to the next level by combing elements of music from either live musicians or a DJ -- which may sound the same as people creating song, but the words are more prominently featured. Each show is themed and unique. Peace, Love & Poetry features some of the best vocalists in the area. This event will be hosted by SuiteFranchon at the southern-style hangout Warmdaddy's. Located along the Delaware River in the middle of the Philadelphia nightlife, Warmdaddy's has not only Southern décor, but also that famous Southern hospitality (including good eats!).
110A S. 13th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 735-9600
www.moonstoneartscenter.org
Moonstone Art Center offers a place for artists to gather together, learn from each and perform. This center also has over 200 special events and workshops throughout the year. It is a must for any budding poet and can be a fun activity for anyone who works with words. This poetry center also publishes a chapbook annually for any poet who wishes to be included. Some innovated events at the Moonstone Center have even included poetry with the use of puppets and invented infrastructures.
Central Library
1901 Vine St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 686-5322
www.phillypoetryfest.blogspot.com
Date: April 27
This event, which is in its third year, invites all local poets and poetry groups to come out and share their work at the library for this free festival. Featured speakers, poets and entertainment are currently being lined up for the event, which promises to be bigger and better than the previous two years.
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