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To bear up under loss; To fight the bitterness of defeat and the weakness of grief; To be victor over anger; To smile when tears are close; To resist…

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Wisdom Soul: The Voice of Positivity and Healing From the tender age of 9, Serena Richardson, known in the poetic realm as 'Wisdom Soul,' embarked on a re…

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Open Mic Poetry at Jarrod’s Coffee, Tea & Gallery in Mesa, Arizona, held every first and third Sunday.

Nov 1, 2026

Poetry Open Mic @ Jarrod's

Jarrod's Coffee, Tea, & Gallery

Nov 1, 2026

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Nov 2, 2026

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