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May, 2026Show Full Year
Event:Woodbury Poetry Open Mic
Dates: Starts on May 13th, 2026 and occurs every month on the second Wednesday of the month, excluding 09/09/26.
Time:6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Location:Woodbury Public Library
Contact:woodburypoetlaureate@biblio.org
Website:https://woodburylibraryct.libcal.com/event/16700003
Woodbury Poetry Open Mic
Join us to share some original or your favorite poetry in front of a supportive audience!
Or just pop in and listen.
All are welcome, come as you are.

Hosted by Poet Laureate, Katie Baker.

*Themes are for inspiration, but are not required to follow. All poetry is welcome.
THEMES:
May 13 - MYTHOLOGY
June 17* - IDENTITY
July 8 - TRAVEL
August 12 - WATER
NO OPEN MIC IN SEPTEMBER
October 14 - DESTINY
November 11 - OPPOSITES
December 9 - TRADITION

Open Mics are held on the second Wednesday of every month,
except where indicated *

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CCPL is a group of state and local poets laureate in Connecticut.
The mission of the Connecticut Council of Poets Laureate (CCPL) is to promote the enjoyment of poetry and be a resource for communities.
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