This event is in the past.It took place on April 1, 2026 at North Star Lounge.


A welcoming stage for poets of every stripe, from whispered haikus to roaring slam verses. Bring your notebook or just your ears and settle into one of Ann Arbor's friendliest creative corners.
Intimate venue
All poetry styles welcome
LGBTQ+ friendly space
Live performances weekly
Tips
🎤"This space is so friendly and intimate" (Google review)
🍿try the flavored popcorn between sets
🍹mocktails & house-made syrups available
Poetry Open Mic W/ Forrest Hejkal & cat h. bradley
Old Fourth Ward


A welcoming stage for poets of every stripe, from whispered haikus to roaring slam verses. Bring your notebook or just your ears and settle into one of Ann Arbor's friendliest creative corners.
Intimate venue
All poetry styles welcome
LGBTQ+ friendly space
Live performances weekly
Tips
🎤"This space is so friendly and intimate" (Google review)
🍿try the flavored popcorn between sets
🍹mocktails & house-made syrups available
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