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Poetry Open Mic Night @ The Commons
Poetry Open Mic Night
Join us for another monthly Poetry Open Mic Night!
We’re back together at the Commons Café & Books in downtown Langley.
Welcome to all folks and all walks of life to share their words in any form:
singer-songwriter, poetry, spoken word, or collaborate with each other.
Friday, March 6th ~ 5 – 7 p.m.
The Commons Cafe & Books
124 2nd Street, Langley
Head in early to grab a seat and a hot beverage
before the Commons closes up to the public.
Andrey Pavlenko & Hailey Way | Visual Design Services
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Join us for another Poetry Open Mic Night hosted by the Commons Café & Books.
We welcome all forms of original work, or works in progress to be shared in this inclusive space. Share through spoken word, sing (with acoustic instruments if you want) or collaborate with someone and read each other’s poems. There is no one definition to poetry 🙂
First Friday, March 6th 2026
5PM-7PM
The Commons Café & Books
124 Second Street, Langley, WA 98260…
Palabras | Andre Feriante | Local Artist Series | WICA
Palabras | Andre Feriante | Local Artist Series | WICA
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Music, poetry, and storytelling
A pre-Valentine’s Day concert with Andre Feriante & Friends
Friday, February 13th @ 7 p.m. | Zech Hall Theatre at WICA
No-host bar, accessible ticket pricing, and an intimate indoor setting.
An evening of poetry and song featuring works by Rumi, Leonard Cohen,
Pablo Neruda, and more, woven together through music and spoken word.
Featuring
David Ossman, author
Joni Takanikos, poetry and vocals
Linda Vogt, vocals and violin
Eric Fridrich, percussion, guitar, vocals
Andre Feriante, poetry, guitars, vocals
Tickets available via the link below or PWYW
at the Box Office (day of the performance)
https://purchase.wicaonline.org/EventAvailability?EventId=20401&ref=book…
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts
565 Camano Ave., Langley
(360) 221-8268
Read MorePoetry Open Mic Night
Join us for another monthly Poetry Open Mic Night! We’re back together at the Commons Café & Books in downtown Langley. Welcome to all folks and all walks of life to share their words in any form: singer-songwriter, poetry, spoken word, or collaborate with each other.
Please share only original works or works-in-progress.
Head in early to grab a seat and a hot beverage before the Commons closes up for the night.…
Read MoreSolo in the City @ Double Bluff Brewing: Andrey Psyche
Solo in the City @ Double Bluff Brewing: Andrey Psyche
Join us for a more intimate mid-week musical performance by Andrey Psyche.
Psyche brings versatile instrumentation with soulful songs inspired
by his poetry book: Space Between the Crescent Shadows.
You can check out his books in Sno-Isle libraries and they’re available for purchase
at Moonraker Books, The Commons Café & Books, and Salinity in Bayview.
There is no cover charge but tipping the musician is highly appreciated.
Send him off right! He’ll be leaving the next day for a month to visit his family in Houston.
Double Bluff Brewing is kid and dog friendly. Food available from Ikaika Grill.
Andrey Psyche & Hailey Way | Visual Design Services
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Join us for our rescheduled Poetry Night at Commons Café & Books. This intimate, unplugged gathering welcomes writers, poets, singer-songwriters, and the poet-curious alike for an evening centered on the written word.
Participants are invited to share original poetry, lyrics, spoken word, or short prose, whether polished pieces or works in progress. Expect an open, supportive atmosphere where thoughts, musings, rants, and raves are encouraged and creativity takes the lead. A little Q&A for those who want to share their inspiration!
Not ready to share? You’re just as welcome to come listen, relax, and enjoy a hot beverage and snacks while taking in the evening’s offerings.
Many thanks to Commons Café & Books for hosting and providing the perfect cozy backdrop for a night of creative expression.…
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Welcome to all writers, singer songwriters for an afternoon of sharing your thoughts through words. Please share original poems, essays, or musings. If you would like to express it through song, we welcome acoustic performances. This will be as unplugged as possible.…
Read MorePoetry in the Sculpture Garden
Featuring TESS GALLAGHER, Gary Copeland Lilley,
Joni Takanikos and Victory Lee Schouten
Sunday, August 3rd @ 2 p.m.
Rob Schouten Sculpture Garden
Free Admission – Space and Seating is Limited
In conjunction with the opening of an exciting new exhibit of ALFREDO ARREGUÍN’S newly released paintings from the artist’s estate, his longtime friend, celebrated poet Tess Gallagher will be joined by poets Gary Copeland Lilley, Joni Takanikos and Victory Lee Schouten, to read poetry among the flowers and sculptures in the gallery’s garden.
Tess Gallagher’s most recent book is IS, IS NOT. A comprehensive essay entitled “Tess Gallagher—Poet of Eternity” appears in American Poetry Review (APR) of May/June. She lives and writes in Sky House, Pt. Angeles, Wa. and in Abbey Cottage in Ballindoon, County Sligo, Ireland. Her book of stories with Josie Gary, her late companion, is available from July 30 from Cirque Press.
Gary Copeland Lilley is the Artistic Director of Centrum Writing Conference in Pt. Townsend, Wa. His new book, RAVEN ON THE MOANERS’ BENCH will be available from FOUR WAY BOOKS from September 15, 2025. He lives in Pt. Angeles, Wa.
Poet Joni Takanikos lives on Whidbey Island and is grateful to experience her continual unfolding in such a rich community. A community that inspires her to keep dreaming a better dream.
Longtime Whidbey resident, Victory Lee Schouten says, “Poetry was an awakening and a lifeline for me as a teenager, and I have gratefully held to its North Star ever since.” Her most recent book is ROOT STOCK.
We look forward to seeing you!
Rob Schouten Gallery and Sculpture Garden is premier showcase for Whidbey Island and Northwest artists. It is located at 101 Anthes Avenue, Langley WA at the corner of First and Anthes. August Gallery Hours: Weekends 10 – 5, Weekdays 11 – 5.
Rob Schouten Gallery & Sculpture Garden
101 Anthes Avenue, Langley
(360) 222-3070
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