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Poet’s Haven Reading Series – September 8, 2025



The Stroll of Poets 2025/26 Haven Reading Series returns with Hike to the Mic: an all Open Mic Poetry Reading!

Monday, September 8th, 2025
Starts at 7:00pm
Upper Crust Café
10909 86th Avenue
Cost: $5 (light snacks included)

Dear Poetry Enthusiasts,

We are thrilled to invite you to an inspiring evening of verse, rhythm, and community at our upcoming open mic poetry reading, themed Hike to the Mic. Hike to the Mic celebrates the journey—both literal and metaphorical—that poets and listeners take together. Whether your poetry explores the beauty of nature, the challenges of personal growth, or the adventures of everyday life, we welcome your voice. Let your words be the path, and the mic your summit!

How to Participate:
• Bring an original poem or a favorite piece to share (2-minute limit per reader).
• All styles and experience levels are welcome.
• Sign up at the door

What to Expect:
• A welcoming, supportive atmosphere
• Refreshments and light snacks included in $5.00 entry fee
• Opportunities to connect with fellow poetry lovers

Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a first-time reader, we encourage you to join us for an evening of creative expression and community spirit. Let’s hike together—one poem at a time! We look forward to seeing you there!

Warm regards,
The Stroll of Poets Society

Poet’s Haven Reading Series – May 12, 2025

Monday, May 12, 2025
Location: Upper Crust Restaurant: 10909-86 Avenue
Time: Doors 6:30, Show, 7:00 – 8:30
Cost: $5.00

Features Poetry by: Lisa Anderson, Don Perkins, Anna Marie Sewell, and Kayleigh Cline

Mic Host: Alice Major
Door Hosts: Anne Gerard Marshall and Naomi McIlwraith

Open Mic: Sign-up (2-min. poem)

Welcome all! See you at the Haven! Bring your friends! New and first readers are always welcome and given priority during the Open Mic.

This is the last Haven of the 2024/25 season! Keep an eye out for the signup for next year’s Haven Readings (which will start up again in the fall!)

**Please note: Anyone who has signed up for a reading spot and wants to make changes or needs assistance with it, or to be added to the Haven waitlist, please email: haven@strollofpoets.com and the Haven committee will help you.

To check the Haven Master Schedule, click here.

Poet’s Haven Reading Series – April 28, 2025

Monday, April 28, 2025
Location: Upper Crust Restaurant: 10909-86 Avenue
Time: Doors 6:30, Show, 7:00 – 8:30
Cost: $5.00

Features Poetry by: Phyllis Shuell, Mary Leah de Zwart, Gary Frank, and Patti Sinclair

Mic Host: David Fraser
Door Hosts: Anne Gerard Marshall and Elaine Elrod

Open Mic: Sign-up (2-min. poem)

Welcome all! See you at the Haven! Bring your friends! New and first readers are always welcome and given priority during the Open Mic.

**Please note: Anyone who has signed up for a reading spot and wants to make changes or needs assistance with it, or to be added to the Haven waitlist, please email: haven@strollofpoets.com and the Haven committee will help you.

To check the Haven Master Schedule, click here.

Poet’s Haven Reading Series – April 7, 2025

Monday, April 7, 2025
Location: Upper Crust Restaurant: 10909-86 Avenue
Time: Doors 6:30, Show, 7:00 – 8:30
Cost: $5.00

Features Poetry by: Loren Marsden, Kevin Girard, Farah Ayaad, and Candace Duiker

Mic Host: Alice Major
Door Hosts: Anne Gerard Marshall and Patti Sinclair

Open Mic: Sign-up (2-min. poem)

Welcome all! See you at the Haven! Bring your friends! New and first readers are always welcome and given priority during the Open Mic.
**Please note: Anyone who has signed up for a reading spot and wants to make changes or needs assistance with it, or to be added to the Haven waitlist, please email: haven@strollofpoets.com and the Haven committee will help you.

To check the Haven Master Schedule, click here.

Poet’s Haven Reading Series – March 30, 2025

Audreys Books, 10702 Jasper Ave
Sunday, March 30, 2:00-3:30 pm

Features Poetry by: Krystyna Fedosejevs, Michelle Soon, Nancy Mackenzie, TBA

Mic Host: Janel Lope

Open Mic: Sign-up (2-min. poem)

Welcome all! See you at the Haven! Bring your friends! New and first readers are always welcome and given priority during the Open Mic.

Attention all Stroll members;
In an effort to minimize the hazards and maintain a safe place to meet in person for residents of our local community, masks and hand sanitizer will be provided for attendees at our Haven Reading Series events and distancing will be maintained to the best of our ability.

The Haven Committee also requests that you refrain from attending the event if you are experiencing any symptoms such as a cough, runny nose or fever.

**Please note: Anyone who has signed up for a reading spot and wants to make changes or needs assistance with it, or to be added to the Haven waitlist, please email: haven@strollofpoets.com and the Haven committee will help you.

To check the Haven Master Schedule, click here.