Haven Poetry Reading: January 19th, 2026

Join us on on January 19th for the next Haven reading!

Featured Readers:
Trudy Grienauer
Katharine Weinman
Marco Melfi
Hugh McAlary

Mic Host:
Vivian Zenari

Door Hosts:
Anne Gerrd Marshall
Elaine Elrod

There will be an open mic alongside our featured readers, and membership can be purchased or renewed at the door.

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.

HAVEN POETRY SERIES: JANUARY 5, 2026

Join us at Upper Crust Café for our first Haven Reading Series of 2026!

Details:
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Upper Crust Restaurant
10906 – 86 Avenue

Featured Readers:
Jessica Coles
Janet Smith
David Fraser
Alice Major

Mic Host:
Abdullah Al Muktadir

Door Hosts:
Anne Gerrd Marshall
Brenda Gunn

There will be an open mic alongside our featured readers, and membership can be purchased or renewed at the door.

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.

Haven Poetry Reading – November 30, 2025 at Audreys Books

Our next Haven Reading Series takes place on November 30th, 2025! If you are still looking to purchase your membership so that you can can snag a spot and sign up here in our remaining featured reading spots you can do so in-person and by PayPal (online). We are aware that there is currently a Canada Post strike that might affect your mailed-in cheque – please let us know if you have sent us your membership renewal this way, or if you encounter any issues on our website.

Poets’ Haven
Monday: 30 November 2025
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Audreys Books: 10702 – Jasper Avenue

Featured Readers:
Gina Varty
Abdullah Al Muktadir
Dallas Stainthorp
Jamboree Boulet

Mic Host:
Naomi McIlwraith

Door Host:
No door host at Audreys Books.

We will have our featured readers as well as an open mic!

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
• 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.

Stroll of Poets Haven Reading Series: November 17th, 2025

Poet’s Haven Reading Series: November 17th, 2025

Our next Haven Reading Series takes place on November 17th, 2025! If you are still looking to purchase your membership so that you can can snag a spot and sign up here in our remaining featured reading spots you can do so in-person and by PayPal (online). We are aware that there is currently a Canada Post strike that might affect your mailed-in cheque – please let us know if you have sent us your membership renewal this way.

Poets’ Haven
Monday: 17 November 2025
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Upper Crust Restaurant: 10906 – 86 Avenue

Featured Readers:
Myrna Garanis
Anna Mioduchowska
Nancy MacKenzie
Karen Grove

Mic Host:
David Crone

Door Host:
Katharine Weinmann

We will have our featured readers as well as an open mic!

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.

Stroll of Poet’s Haven Reading Series: November 3rd, 2025

Our next Haven Reading Series takes place on November 3rd, 2025! If you are still looking to purchase your membership so that you can can snag a spot and sign up here in our remaining featured reading spots you can do so in-person and by PayPal (online). We are aware that there is currently a Canada Post strike that might affect your mailed-in cheque – please let us know if you have sent us your membership renewal this way.

Poets’ Haven
Date: Monday, 3rd of November
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Doors at 6:30 PM)
Location: Upper Crust Restaurant
10906 – 86th Avenue

Featured Readers:
Vivian Zenari
Gary Garrison
Chanel Klein
Lois Hammond

Mic Host:
Brenda Gunn

Door Host:
Myrna Garanis

We will have our featured readers as well as an open mic!

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.