Arthur’s Poetry Open Mic to Feature Kate McNairy

Arthur’s Poetry Open-Mic on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 (2nd Wednesday of each month)

Featured poet Kate McNairy‘s published works include two chapbooks, “Junebug”(2014) and “Light to Light”(2016), both published by Finishing Line Press, and with blurbs from Campbell McGrath and Henri Cole.  She has published poems in various literary magazines and freelance writing in newspapers and journals. She has been writing instructor at Empire State College and SUNY Adirondack. A finalist in the Blue Light Press chapbook contest, Kate lives in Ballston Spa with partner Jon and has been a frequent participant in poetry events and workshops around the Capital District.

Beverages & food available on the premises!

Hosted by Catherine Norr

Sign-up begins 7:00, readings begin 7:30 at Arthur’s Market & Cafe, 35 N.Ferry Street, Schenectady, NY 12305.

About the author: Thom Francis

Thom Francis has been organizing, promoting, and hosting open mics and poetry / spoken word events in Albany such as Nitty Gritty Slam, School of Night, Albany Poets Presents..., and the Albany Word Fest for over 20 years. As a poet and performer, Thom has been featured at many of the upstate poetry and spoken word events from Saratoga to Woodstock as well as LarkFest, Art on Lark, 1st Friday, and the Albany Word Fest.