poetry
The Last Furies Reading/Book-signing
Join award-winning author, poet, playwright, and screenwriter, John Biscello, for the book launch of his hybrid novel, The Last Furies, as he reads passages from the novel and signs copies. The cover arist for the book, Long Beach resident, Heather Ross, will also be...
STILL Too Hot for ICE
Join us for an open fundraiser to support our community neighbors affected by ICE raids. All art forms welcome! Bring your poetry, short story, comedy, music, monologue, etc. to share on the mic in a supportive environment. Suggested $10+ donation for Long Beach...![Conchas y Café–Creative Writing Class [Virtual]](https://artslb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CyC_New-Series-Announcement-2-Static-Post_English-1080x675.jpeg)
Conchas y Café–Creative Writing Class [Virtual]
(español a continuación) – – – Our Conchas y Café bilingual community writing workshop series is a 15-week virtual course offered twice a year (Fall and Spring semesters) that explores skills in poetry and other forms of creative writing. Writers of...
Eco-Poetry in the Park
Join us for a refreshing morning walk through nature to learn about native ecosystems through writing, drawing, and creative field research! Enjoy the trees, the breeze, and creative release. We’ll meet at Willow Springs Park and take a light walk around the grounds,...
Adolfo Guzman-Lopez Book Launch
A taco shop poetry reading and book launch by poet-journalist Adolfo Guzman-Lopez. – Sunday, June 29, 3pm: Sonoratown, 244 E. Third St., Downtown Long Beach – Friday, June 27, Mosaic Promenade / DTLB Design District
2025 Long Beach Youth Poet Laureate Finals Ceremony
2025 Long Beach Youth Poet Laureate Finals Ceremony Please join the Long Beach Youth Poet Laureate program on Saturday, May 17, from 2-4 pm at Michelle Obama Library Neighborhood Library (5870 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90805) in celebrating the debut of our...
Poetry of Resistance: 2024-25 Long Beach Youth Poet Laureate Culminating Reading
Please join the Long Beach Youth Poet Laureate program on Sunday, April 27, from 2-4 pm at Long Beach Forward (2217 E. 6th St. Long Beach CA 90802) to celebrate our 2024-25 outgoing YPL cohort! We will hear featured poetry readings by: 2024-25 Youth Poet Laureate...
4×4: a reading of Four bi+ poets
Join us at Page Against The Machine for an evening filled with powerful performance poetry. This in-person event will feature four talented local poets sharing their unique perspectives and experiences. Light refreshments provided.
2025 Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS)
Sister Cities of Long Beach organizes the local Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS) to encourage young artists (12-18 years old) to express the values of international friendship and cultural exchange through artwork, photography, music, literature, and poetry....
Open Mic LB at Partake
This event occurs every 2nd and 4th Friday. Join us at Partake Collective for a night of music, poetry, comedy, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just looking to share your talents, this is the place for you! Our stage is open to all, so come...