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Sound poet. Moderator for JC Plums a virtual poetry workshop.Runs ‘One Mic Stand with SJ’ for JC Writers. Teaching Artist, Poetry Festival coordinator

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Who we are: Poets Playground is a generative poetry circle

Our leader: Tara Temprano, a certified instructor with 25 years of experience, runs Poets Playground utilizing mentor poems, and prompts that get that pen moving.

Status: We are the proud poetry division of the Golden Fleece Collective (501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization)

Mission and Purpose: Poets Playground aims to build an inclusive poetry community around writing, sharing, and offering useful, positive feedback to strengthen the craft of poetry. All types of poets are welcome. (Literary, Spoken Word, Lyrical, Performance)

Where and When: It takes place on the second and last Thursday of each month at Louis Bay II Library
345 Lafayette Avenue in Hawthorne, NJ 07506

What’s needed: notebook, be 18+, writing instrument

What’s not needed: experience, pretension, bad vibes

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TONIGHT! JC PLUMS POETRY VIRTUAL WEEKLY WORKSHOP

Calling all poets!

This workshop begins with critiques of two poems, each by an author who signed up ahead of time. The workshop ends, if time permits, with a 10-15 minute writing prompt (an idea to incorporate into a poem written on the spot).

Please note that if you have never attended Jersey Plums before, you must attend at least once before you may schedule a poem for critique. To get on the schedule, please speak to a moderator at the workshop.

While critiquing poems, we will mind our P’s and Q’s by first discussing what works in the poem, and then asking questions for clarity, understanding, and figuring out how the poem can be stronger or improved. This helps to keep the feedback positive and constructive. We look forward to seeing you there!
#jerseycity #poetry #poetryworkshop #virtualworkshop #freeclass

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One Mic Stand with SJ last night. Rocked the mic properly.

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@waye_poetry open mic poetry session. What can I say that hasn't already been said? It was tremendous, with poets dropping their best piece on the packed crowd. Incredible night!

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Tonight we are once again kicking off a weekend of poetry, community, and performance at the Jersey City Poetry Festival: but we want to take a moment to thank those who make all of it possible. Thank you to the Jersey City Poetry Festival team for all of your hard work and dedication towards expanding the reach of Jersey City poets: Melida Rodas @melidarodaspoet , I.Patrick Buenaventura @ibpen , Tina Maneca @tinamanecaart , Jose Gonzalez @lefiddler_oficial : from the bottom of our pens and our hearts: THANK YOU. Writers that rise together, thrive together. And Jersey City Writers is honored to be a part of the work that you do for our Jersey City community.
#jerseycity #jerseycitywriters #poetry #poetryfestival

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2nd half of the open mic poets One Mic Stand with SJ. Everyone was great.

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One Mic Stand with SJ last night. The poets came and blessed the mic with their words. @jcwriters

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Wonderful event tonight at JC Writers — One Minute c Stand with SJ, with powerful performances by featured poets Alyssa Lian Bacay & Iggy!

Thank you @sjbythegram for hosting and organizing this series! @jcwriters @alyssalianb @_bigig

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Hey everyone,
While I get ready to make some announcements, I am excited to announce that I will be featuring this Saturday 9.12 in NYC along with my Unraveled buddy, @lexi.laplumeparle

If you're not busy, come through, show support and let's enjoy poetry.

#nyc #poetrycommunity #poetryevent #theeandymorales #nycpoetry

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One week from today, we’re taking Mocha Mic with Millie to the rooftop at @ascentjc! 🌆✨

But first, let’s take it back with this beautiful video recap from JPI Films @nakeiaworks of last month’s Mocha Mic with Millie: 8.21 @bowlburgerbistro. 🎥🤎

A huge thank you to our incredible features SJ (@sjbythegram), Just-Ace (@iam_justace), and Siena Milan (@sienamilan), everyone who stepped up to the mic, and every attendee who came out, supported, listened, laughed, connected, and helped make the night so special. 🤎

And a special thank you to @bowlburgerbistro for welcoming Mocha Mic back again this year and helping us create another beautiful evening. We had a great time and are already looking forward to returning next year! 🤎✨

Now… we’re taking it to the rooftop! 🌆🎤

Join us Friday, September 11 from 7–10 PM for:

🎤 Mocha Mic with Millie: A Rooftop Evening of Music & Poetry

We’re excited to welcome our current featured artists H @haze_from_statefarm, @36chambersofpoetry, and @singformevelvet for a poetic and musical rooftop experience. ✨

Come enjoy more musical and poetic vibes, food, community, and immaculate end-of-summer energy!

✨ Sponsored by @ascentjc
🤎 Supported with funds by @jerseycityartscouncil
🎟️ FREE ENTRANCE
🍽️ FREE FOOD
🥤 FREE DRINKS
🎤 LIMITED OPEN MIC SPOTS- reserve through Eventbrite or sign up at the door!
⏰ First come, first served

📍 @ascentjc Rooftop
500 Communipaw Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07304

🍽️ Cuisine by @amped_panadas
📸🎥 Photos & Video by Expressions by MowZus + JPI Films @nakeiaworks

🎨 Part of JC Fridays!
A FREE CITY-WIDE ARTS FESTIVAL by Art House Productions
WWW.JCFRIDAYS.COM

Bring your family, friends, and your good energy. Come for the poetry, stay for the music, grab some food, take in the rooftop views, and celebrate community with the Tribe of Scribes & Good Vibes. 🤎✍🏾

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NEXT FRIDAY! Jersey City Writers invites you to One-Mic Stand with SJ @sjbythegram : an open mic experience like no other! This is where raw talent meets electrifying energy, and every voice has a chance to shine, with two incredible features!

$10 Suggested Donation (Cash, Venmo, Paypal)
Doors open at 6:30pm, Open Mic starts at 7pm — first come, first served!

FEATURED POETS:
Alyssa Lian @alyssalianb
Iggy @_bigig

SPECIAL GUEST:
Sean Glatch @glatchkeykid

Part of ARTHOUSE: JC FRIDAYS @arthouseproductions
Supported by public funds from the Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund
#jerseycity #jerseycityevents #jerseycitypoetry #jcpoets

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