May 25, 2025 – Open Mic

Celebrate creative writing and reciting, surrounded by bright and exciting artwork.

The gathering will be held at the Maria Reyes-Jones Studio at 134 Riberia Street in historic Downtown St. Augustine, Florida 32084.

The sign-up sheet will be available at 2:30 PM on the event day. At 3 PM, the facilitator will call to the podium the first 15 names on the sheet. Each presentation should be limited to five minutes maximum, to allow everyone time to share. The mic will be turned off a 4:30 PM to allow everyone time to network and socialize.

HELP SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT THE ANCIENT CITY POETS
Ancient City Poets is the local chapter of the Florida State Poets Association (FSPA). These gatherings qualify as the monthly chapter meeting. The monthly readings are open to all. You do not have to be a member to share at the podium. Ancient City Poets is a community of poets and poetry lovers who have gathered in the Nation’s Oldest City, on the last Sunday of the month, since August 2009.


FLORIDA STATE POETS ASSOCIATION
Note: If you would like to become a member, please write “Ancient City Poets” in the Name of Chapter line.
Membership: When you become a member of FSPA, you are also a member of your local group AND the National Federation of State Poetry Societies. Annual membership dues are $35 (and $20 for students).
Membership Application Form
https://www.floridastatepoetsassociation.org/

YOUTUBE CHANNEL
HERE IS THE LINK:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-q1EFSh27tyqmGpiSAu4Vw

Grateful to the Gallery for a place to gather during times when our host venue, the Waterworks, is closed or not available.