Are you a little curious about finding an outlet for all of the thoughts crowding around in your head? Does the word “poetry” sound too academic or high stakes? This is a super chill, open world for the creative curious—an hour and a half space held every month that starts slow and stays slow and offers opportunities to decide what to do next.

Sessions don’t necessarily build on each other, so join at any time and stop at any time. Every session starts off with questions and ideas about poetry, then moves into a more structured second half where we start writing some thoughts down on paper and see about starting to think about maybe writing a poem. Share if want, keep it quiet if it’s not ready to be said aloud yet. Have some peace.

Join us for a free 2-hour poetry workshop and private viewing of the Fort Collins Museum of Art's current exhibition. Facilitated by Fort Collins Poet Laureates, Melissa Mitchell and Ally Eden, we’ll conduct writing exercises based on the exhibition and walk away with new poems. No prior experience necessary!

Please register here as space is limited. We have capped the class at 16 attendees so as to be mindful of immunocompromised individuals. If you are currently experiencing illness or have been in close contact with someone who is ill, we respectfully ask that you stay home. Thank you for understanding! 

The workshop will be focusing on the current exhibit, "Installation Nation." This group exhibition gathers together five local and regional artists to explore the intersection of installation art, nature, and our environment. The art itself moves beyond traditional art forms to incorporate sound, architecture, and found objects to give an immersive experience to the viewer.

Spanish interpretation available. ADA accessible.

Attend the First Friday Open Mic poetry reading on Friday, February 27, to read your poetry and hear others! Submit your poems to be included at the open mic or anthology and receive a free anytime pass for the museum.

Are you a little curious about finding an outlet for all of the thoughts crowding around in your head? Does the word “poetry” sound too academic or high stakes? This is a super chill, open world for the creative curious—an hour and a half space held every month that starts slow and stays slow and offers opportunities to decide what to do next.

Sessions don’t necessarily build on each other, so join at any time and stop at any time. Every session starts off with questions and ideas about poetry, then moves into a more structured second half where we start writing some thoughts down on paper and see about starting to think about maybe writing a poem. Share if want, keep it quiet if it’s not ready to be said aloud yet. Have some peace.

Are you a little curious about finding an outlet for all of the thoughts crowding around in your head? Does the word “poetry” sound too academic or high stakes? This is a super chill, open world for the creative curious—an hour and a half space held every month that starts slow and stays slow and offers opportunities to decide what to do next.

Sessions don’t necessarily build on each other, so join at any time and stop at any time. Every session starts off with questions and ideas about poetry, then moves into a more structured second half where we start writing some thoughts down on paper and see about starting to think about maybe writing a poem. Share if want, keep it quiet if it’s not ready to be said aloud yet. Have some peace.

The Loveland Poet Laureate Program presents: Encountering a Poet

Melissa Mitchell will present a two-hour seminar on Ocean Vuong, which will include details on the life of the poet, an examination of their style and writing process, as well as poet-inspired writing prompts for attendees.

Registration is required for this event as space is limited!

Join the Loveland Poet Laureate Program for an afternoon of poetry and music honoring Andrea Gibson, Colorado’s Poet Laureate (2022-2025). This free community event celebrates Andrea’s powerful legacy and the ways their work continues to inspire courage, truth, and compassion.

The afternoon begins with a 30-minute open mic, where 10 poets will share 2-minute poems inspired by Andrea’s piece, “How the Worst Day of My Life Became the Best,” followed by featured readers: Sunny Bridge, Roger Clark, BJ Clark, Lynn Kincanon, Beth Lechleitner, Melissa Mitchell, Veronica Patterson, Emily Rodgers-Ramos, April Stutters, Mark Sanchez, Valerie Szarek, and Celia Turner.

Are you a little curious about finding an outlet for all of the thoughts crowding around in your head? Does the word “poetry” sound too academic or high stakes? This is a super chill, open world for the creative curious—an hour and a half space held every month that starts slow and stays slow and offers opportunities to decide what to do next.

Sessions don’t necessarily build on each other, so join at any time and stop at any time. Every session starts off with questions and ideas about poetry, then moves into a more structured second half where we start writing some thoughts down on paper and see about starting to think about maybe writing a poem. Share if want, keep it quiet if it’s not ready to be said aloud yet. Have some peace.

Join us for a night of poetry and live music from multiple local artists to celebrate the release of Melissa Mitchell’s debut poetry chapbook, “Portrait Lands”. Melissa will read a selection of new poetry and poems from her forthcoming chapbook collection.

Gulo Gulo Poetry Collective hosts an open-mic and workshop every third Tuesday of the month and Melissa Mitchell is the featured poet for July! The workshop starts at 4 and the open mic is at 6. Melissa will facilitate the workshop and read a poetry set during the open mic.

Melissa Mitchell and Lauryn Wood, along with other artists who are a part of the Visual Verse experimental exhibition, will present their collaborative piece, “Blue”.

Are you a little curious about finding an outlet for all of the thoughts crowding around in your head? Does the word “poetry” sound too academic or high stakes? This is a super chill, open world for the creative curious—an hour and a half space held every month that starts slow and stays slow and offers opportunities to decide what to do next.

Sessions don’t necessarily build on each other, so join at any time and stop at any time. Every session starts off with questions and ideas about poetry, then moves into a more structured second half where we start writing some thoughts down on paper and see about starting to think about maybe writing a poem. Share if want, keep it quiet if it’s not ready to be said aloud yet. Have some peace.