Poetry slams, open mics or special events every Wednesday at AvantGarden in Houston, Texas. To stay up-to-date visit wanpoetry.com oin the Write About Now Poetry community. Become a member today. By subscribing today, not only will you help us produce more amazing live shows and poetry videos, but you'll also receive exclusive access to our virtual cash slams, writing workshops, writing challenges, newly released footage, in-store discounts and more! And if you're a member, it's only $5 to enter the show instead of the standard $8 cover. Visit wanpoetry.com to become a member today through Paypal, Square or Facebook! Our open mics are open to ALL. Come see local poets from all across the greater Houston area share original works of poetry. Our signup lists go up at 7:30 pm. Most individuals start arriving before then to guarantee a spot on the list. First come. First serve. Our featured poet: Sheri Purpose Hall Sheri Purpose Hall is a 2019 Charlotte Street Generative Performing Artist Awardee and Studios Resident Artist, 2019 Art in the loop grant recipient, 2019 and 2017 Arts KC Inspiration Grant recipient, and the 2017 ArtsKC Inspiration Breakfast featured artist. She won the Poet and Activist award at the Music and More Foundation Poetry Awards 2 years in a row and was nominated for best-spoken word artist in the KC People's Choice awards, Pitch Best KC, and the National Spoken Word Awards. She has represented Kansas City Nationally as an individual competitor at the Women of the World Poetry Slam 2 years in a row and as a team competitor at the National Poetry Slam 4 years in a row. How do I get on the mic?! https://writeaboutnowpoetry.com/how-do-i-get-on-the-mic Follow us on Social Media for more updates about everything! Instagram/Twitter/Facebook/TikTok: