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Brass Tacks

Albany Poets Returning to The Low Beat!

On Tuesday, July 17, 2018, Albany Poets is returning “home” to The Low Beat with “Brass Tacks”, a brand new series of poetry and spoken word.

Four States of Matter by Gabriella

Capital Region: 5th Grade Poetry

Albany Poets is proud to share poetry of different forms from local 5th Grade students following their participation in a writing workshop at an upstate school district.

Elizag - Elizabeth Gordon

One Poem – Elizabeth Gordon

One poem from local poet, performer, educator, and June 2018 Albany Poets Presents featured guest Elizabeth Gordon.

Book Sale

The Next Chapter: Don’s Guide to Book Sales

In Spring, a young man’s heart turns to…book sales? At least for Don, that’s true. Don has a lot of books already, but a true book lover knows that you can’t have enough books.

Ralph Carusillo

Three Poems – Ralph Carusillo

Three poems from Hudson Valley poet and songwriter Ralph Carusillo, whose first book, “The Grand Facade”, was published in March 2018.

2018 Albany Word Fest

The 2018 Albany Word Fest is Almost Here

The 2018 Albany Word Fest is right around the corner. In just 10 days our week-long celebration of the poetry and spoken word kicks off at the Hudson River Coffee House.

2018 Albany Word Fest

2018 Albany Word Fest

In celebration of National Poetry Month, Albany Poets is proud to present the 2018 Albany Word Fest featuring the poetry and spoken word of upstate New York.

Albany Poets Presents Carol Graser

Albany Poets Presents Carol Graser

Albany Poets kicks off a new season of Albany Poets Presents with featured reader Carol Graser at Restaurant Navona on Wednesday, February 21.