when: 07 August 2023 - 30 September 2024 | venue: Smith's Alternative | cost: See event for details | address: 76 Alinga Street Canberra 2601 | website: https://smithsalternative.com
published: 12 Feb 2024, 5 min read
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Each Monday evening, Smith's serves up a feast of words!
Two feature poets present readings from their latest publications and most evenings include an open mic section that's inclusive and fun - open to all and you can sign up on the night.
Big Open Mic nights once a month are free, otherwise there's usually an entry fee (sometimes readings are free too) - check out the website for what's on this week!
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Each Monday evening, Smith's serves up a feast of words!
Two feature poets present readings from their latest publications and most evenings include an open mic section that's inclusive and fun - open to all and you can sign up on the night.
Big Open Mic nights once a month are free, otherwise there's usually an entry fee (sometimes readings are free too) - check out the website for what's on this week!
Go see Smith's Poetry Thing 2023.

Smith's Poetry Thing 2023 is on 07 August 2023 - 30 September 2024. The opening hours are: See event website for details. Conveniently located in Canberra. Call 0401 084 773 for details. Visit their website at https://smithsalternative.com.
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