DiVerse Gaithersburg Poetry Reading Recap
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This past weekend's poetry reading and open mic at the Gaithersburg Public Library was a huge success with more than 30 attendees and 13 poets reading at the open mic after the two featured poets, Sunil Freeman and Luther Jett.
Unfortunately, Kim Roberts was unable to attend and read thanks to that flu! I was really looking forward to hearing her read. Next time.
I was lucky enough to help Lucinda Marshall with the setup, but my help wasn't really needed. It was good to try my first Facebook Live for the event. Thanks to those who popped in to watch. I hope to do it again in February.
Here are some pictures from the reading and open mic:
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So, even if you are not nearby and cannot attend, think about attending the Facebook live on February 11, 2-4 p.m. EST. This event is sure to be a big draw with local favorite and Split This Rock icon, Sarah Browning, reading her poetry. I'm looking forward to it. She'll be joined by Alan King and Joanna Howard. View the 2018 calendar.
I hope you'll join us.