Star CityPoet's Society
It's not a place... it's where poets gather!
Whether you have a notebook full of poems, one line you're brave enough to share, or simply an ear for a good story, there's room for you here.
Good things
are taking shape.
We're building a new Sunday open mic circuit across West Virginia and Northern Virginia. As dates and spaces are confirmed, you'll find them right here.
See the event calendarWords spoken.
Stories shared.
Everyone welcome.
Our typical open mic runs from 3:00 to 4:30 PM.The stage is
yours.
Star City Poet's Society exists to give words a place to land and people a place to belong. You don't need a resume, a published collection, or the perfect delivery. You just need to show up as yourself.
Speak
Bring your own words to the mic. New voices and seasoned poets share the same welcome.
Listen
There's no pressure to perform. A good audience helps make the whole gathering possible.
Connect
Stay for the poetry, leave knowing a few more people than when you arrived.
Here's how
it works.
Our open mics are intentionally simple. No auditions. No experience requirements. Just a friendly space and a microphone.
- 01 Free to attend, perform, or listen.
- 02 Sign up in person before or during the event.
- 03 Enjoy a relaxed five minutes at the microphone.
Have room for
a little poetry?
We love the places that bring neighbors together. If you have a welcoming space and would like to explore hosting an open mic, we'd love for you to learn about the Society.
Bring SCPS to your space