Poetry Night at The Artists’ House
Join us for an open mic evening of poetry, connection, and creative expression in a warm, welcoming space. Whether you're reading, listening, or just soaking in the vibes, you'll be part of a vibrant literary community. Rotating hosts keep things fresh, and special guests—including featured authors and poet laureates—add a spark of inspiration. Come share your voice or be moved by others. All are welcome! Poetry books sales are welcome too. This is a PWYC Event.
Meet your September 19th Poetry Night Host
Kelly Watt’s gritty collection of flash prose and poetry, The Weeping Degree: How Astrology Saved Me From Suicide, was published by Wild Rising Press and became an international Amazon bestseller in August, (2024). The book was also a finalist in The Wishing Shelf Indie Book Awards, U.K. (2024.) The poems explore how trauma can transform through time and healing from a wound to a gift. Watt’s short fiction and nonfiction have been published internationally, anthologized, and longlisted four times in national CBC contests. Watt has published two books—the gothic novel MadDog (2001/2019), and the mini travel companion Camino Meditations (2014).
You can find out more about her on Facebook and Instagram @kellywattauthor and at www.kellywatt.ca
