Event Calendar

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for PoetryThursday, October 1st, 2026 ~ 8:00 – 10:00 pm When checking in at the door, be prepared to share your table and seat number. Tickets in Advance Online: $5-members, $8-nonmembers, $3-poets + fees (till 6pm day of event)If an event is not sold out, tickets will also be sold at the door.Tickets at the door*: $9-members, $12-nonmembers, $5-poets(*No money will be taken at the door unless we don’t reach our max capacity)*Please Note that purchasing a Poet Ticket is a commitment to share your poetry on stage.If you don’t plan to read, then don’t purchase a poet level ticket. Water and Pop for $1.00 is offered at the bar.Attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen. Experience a diverse open mic with artists from all backgrounds in a positive and inspiring atmosphere.Peoria’s Open Mic for Poetry is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.Hosts: Ryan Lowry and Whitney Jensen with DJ YV Featured Poet: Brandon ‘Amazyn’ NelsonBrandon ‘Amayzn’ Nelson is a spoken word artist, vocalist, radio personality, mentor, and host who has worked for years on the performance circuit. Achievements include 2023 KCPCA Best Spoken Word Artist, co-founder of the HeadHunterz, and the 2025 Battle Barz Champion. He is a sponsored artist by Arthropy, an organization funded by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to use art to reveal that emotional distress from trauma and substance abuse can be temporary and transformative.