East valley poets pyle center tempe arizona

East Valley Poets

3rd Saturday | Tempe Public Library in the Pyle Adult Recreation Center

No Pressure, Just Poetry ✨

A welcoming poetry workshop in Tempe

Looking for a creative space where you can write, share, and connect — without judgment or pressure?

East Valley Poets invites you to a relaxed discussion and mini-workshop built around one simple idea:
No pressure, just poetry.

Whether you’re a seasoned poet, just getting started, or simply poetry-curious, this gathering is designed to spark inspiration in a supportive community setting. Bring a poem to share, write something new during our workshop time, or just come to listen and enjoy.

Expect:

  • ✍️ A short, guided mini-workshop to inspire new writing
  • 📖 Time to share your work (optional, never required)
  • 💬 Thoughtful discussion about poetry and craft
  • 🤝 A welcoming, creative community
  • 🍪 Maybe even some snacks!

📍 Where & When

📅 Every 3rd Saturday
🕤 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 Tempe Public Library
Inside the Pyle Adult Recreation Center

Come as you are. Stay for the community. Leave inspired.

East valley poets pyle center tempe arizona

East Valley Poets

3rd Saturday | Tempe Public Library in the Pyle Adult Recreation Center

No Pressure, Just Poetry ✨

A welcoming poetry workshop in Tempe

Looking for a creative space where you can write, share, and connect — without judgment or pressure?

East Valley Poets invites you to a relaxed discussion and mini-workshop built around one simple idea:
No pressure, just poetry.

Whether you’re a seasoned poet, just getting started, or simply poetry-curious, this gathering is designed to spark inspiration in a supportive community setting. Bring a poem to share, write something new during our workshop time, or just come to listen and enjoy.

Expect:

  • ✍️ A short, guided mini-workshop to inspire new writing
  • 📖 Time to share your work (optional, never required)
  • 💬 Thoughtful discussion about poetry and craft
  • 🤝 A welcoming, creative community
  • 🍪 Maybe even some snacks!

📍 Where & When

📅 Every 3rd Saturday
🕤 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 Tempe Public Library
Inside the Pyle Adult Recreation Center

Come as you are. Stay for the community. Leave inspired.

Walk-in wednesdays open mic tempe hosted by walt richardson azpoetry. Com

Walk-In Wednesday Open Mic

Walk-In Wednesday Open Mic hosted by Walt Richardson

Every Wednesday | 5pm – 10pm | Tempe Center for the Arts

Musicians (acoustic preferred) and poets are welcome. Performers are allowed two songs or two poems not to exceed 10 minutes total. This includes set-up and take down. Musicians must provide their own instruments or recorded music. CDs and iPods are preferred. Covers and original music are welcome. Microphones, music stands, P.A. system provided.  No cover charge.

About host, Walt Richardson: Walt Richardson is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist born in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. He is most known for his work with reggae and world music ensembles Driftwood and Morning Star. He is a celebrated music veteran in the Tempe, Arizona area where his humanitarian contributions to the music community and music in schools (with an emphasis on cultural diversity) have been recognized with numerous awards.

Walk-in wednesdays open mic tempe hosted by walt richardson azpoetry. Com

Walk-In Wednesday Open Mic

Walk-In Wednesday Open Mic hosted by Walt Richardson

Every Wednesday | 5pm – 10pm | Tempe Center for the Arts

Musicians (acoustic preferred) and poets are welcome. Performers are allowed two songs or two poems not to exceed 10 minutes total. This includes set-up and take down. Musicians must provide their own instruments or recorded music. CDs and iPods are preferred. Covers and original music are welcome. Microphones, music stands, P.A. system provided.  No cover charge.

About host, Walt Richardson: Walt Richardson is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist born in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. He is most known for his work with reggae and world music ensembles Driftwood and Morning Star. He is a celebrated music veteran in the Tempe, Arizona area where his humanitarian contributions to the music community and music in schools (with an emphasis on cultural diversity) have been recognized with numerous awards.

The chill room open mic tempe arizona poetry

The Chill Room Open Mic

Every Wednesday, 8pm | The Chill Room

Calling all musicians, poets, and performers! Join us for an electrifying Open Mic Night at the Chill Room every Wednesday. Show off your talent, share your creativity, and enjoy a night of unforgettable entertainment and of course killer Mocktails!

Event Specials:

  • Happy Hour All Night! 
  • $10 Large Teas
  • Double Kava Shell for the Price of a Single
The chill room open mic tempe arizona poetry

The Chill Room Open Mic

Every Wednesday, 8pm | The Chill Room

Calling all musicians, poets, and performers! Join us for an electrifying Open Mic Night at the Chill Room every Wednesday. Show off your talent, share your creativity, and enjoy a night of unforgettable entertainment and of course killer Mocktails!

Event Specials:

  • Happy Hour All Night! 
  • $10 Large Teas
  • Double Kava Shell for the Price of a Single
The chill room open mic tempe arizona poetry

The Chill Room Open Mic

Every Wednesday, 8pm | The Chill Room

Calling all musicians, poets, and performers! Join us for an electrifying Open Mic Night at the Chill Room every Wednesday. Show off your talent, share your creativity, and enjoy a night of unforgettable entertainment and of course killer Mocktails!

Event Specials:

  • Happy Hour All Night! 
  • $10 Large Teas
  • Double Kava Shell for the Price of a Single
The chill room open mic tempe arizona poetry

The Chill Room Open Mic

Every Wednesday, 8pm | The Chill Room

Calling all musicians, poets, and performers! Join us for an electrifying Open Mic Night at the Chill Room every Wednesday. Show off your talent, share your creativity, and enjoy a night of unforgettable entertainment and of course killer Mocktails!

Event Specials:

  • Happy Hour All Night! 
  • $10 Large Teas
  • Double Kava Shell for the Price of a Single
Walk-in wednesdays open mic tempe hosted by walt richardson azpoetry. Com

Walk-In Wednesday Open Mic

Walk-In Wednesday Open Mic hosted by Walt Richardson

Every Wednesday | 5pm – 10pm | Tempe Center for the Arts

Musicians (acoustic preferred) and poets are welcome. Performers are allowed two songs or two poems not to exceed 10 minutes total. This includes set-up and take down. Musicians must provide their own instruments or recorded music. CDs and iPods are preferred. Covers and original music are welcome. Microphones, music stands, P.A. system provided.  No cover charge.

About host, Walt Richardson: Walt Richardson is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist born in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. He is most known for his work with reggae and world music ensembles Driftwood and Morning Star. He is a celebrated music veteran in the Tempe, Arizona area where his humanitarian contributions to the music community and music in schools (with an emphasis on cultural diversity) have been recognized with numerous awards.

Walk-in wednesdays open mic tempe hosted by walt richardson azpoetry. Com

Walk-In Wednesday Open Mic

Walk-In Wednesday Open Mic hosted by Walt Richardson

Every Wednesday | 5pm – 10pm | Tempe Center for the Arts

Musicians (acoustic preferred) and poets are welcome. Performers are allowed two songs or two poems not to exceed 10 minutes total. This includes set-up and take down. Musicians must provide their own instruments or recorded music. CDs and iPods are preferred. Covers and original music are welcome. Microphones, music stands, P.A. system provided.  No cover charge.

About host, Walt Richardson: Walt Richardson is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist born in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. He is most known for his work with reggae and world music ensembles Driftwood and Morning Star. He is a celebrated music veteran in the Tempe, Arizona area where his humanitarian contributions to the music community and music in schools (with an emphasis on cultural diversity) have been recognized with numerous awards.