LA Poet Society is a literary organization dedicated to the community, to make the literary arts inclusive, accessible, and visibile!
A non-profit literary community organization serving Los Angeles county & beyond
EIN: 93-1834479
All donations are tax deductible.
Art by Michael Verlangieri
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Where Poetry Lives
since 2009
Welcome, Poets & Creative Community!
About
Celebrating 16 years of service to Los Angeles County and beyond!
Our Mission is to create a bridge, fusing the communities of Los Angeles and Southern California Poets, poetry organizations, Writer groups, booksellers, publishers, literary enthusiasts and supporters into a unified social and literary network, making the literary arts inclusive, accessible, and visible to all. LAPS' focal point is to publicize the events and achievements of its members. LAPS also organizes and promotes events, pulling from within its own community, to create and sustain Los Angeles’ literary anchor.
Participate in our creative community.
100 free community events a year!
Poetry workshops & interviews.
5 literary festivals.
Over 200 unique creatives published since 2020!
In Community: Upcoming Special Events
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LA is Literary Arts
Part of our mission is the make the literary arts accessible, visible, and inclusive for all. We provide nearly 100 literary arts events a year, for free! This includes our monthly open mics, poetry on demand, writing circle, writing festivals, and interview programs. Learn more about our events below and get ready to join your creative community!
1st Fridays:
Fresh Friday Open Mics
Location: Northeast LA
7-9pm PST
Open Mic to all types of performers. 5 minutes at the mic, with featured guests.
Senor Fish Eagle Rock, 4803 Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041
4th Thursdays:
Live Poetic Open Mic
Location: Online
6-8pm PST
Open Mic to all types of performers. 5 minutes at the mic, with featured guests.
Live on Zoom.
Zoom ID: 81025552763
Live streamed on LA Poet Society's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lapoetsociety/featured
Last Sundays:
Voices of Color: Interviews
Location: Instagram Live @losangelespoetsociety
5pm PST
Real talk that amplifies Black and Brown creatives and their experiences.
LIVE on Instagram @losangelespoetsociety
Access: www.instagram.com/losangelespoetsociety
1st Mondays:
Talking Hearts Writing Circle
Location: San Fernando Valley
5:30-7pm PST
Open to all writing levels, with intention setting, prompts, and creative community.
Register: losangelespoetsociety@gmail.com
Bodevi Wine & Espresso Bar: 909 San Fernando Rd. San Fernando, CA 91340
Every other Last Fridays:
Speakeasy @ Bodevi
Location: San Fernando Valley
7-9pm PST
Literary Showcase with featured performers and open mic to all artists. 5 minutes per person.
Bodevi Wine & Espresso Bar,
909 San Fernando Rd. San Fernando, CA 91340
Last Sundays:
LA Poet Society Poetry Showcase
Location: Hollywood
2:25-2:55pm PST
Poetry Showcase
Greenways Stage at Melrose Trading Post: 7850 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
2nd Tuesdays:
Luna Open Mic
Location: South Bay
6:30-8:30pm PST
Open Mic to all types of performers. 5 minutes at the mic, with featured guests.
Moonstones & Mist Book Shop, 1913 S Catalina Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Last Saturdays:
Heartbeat Open Mic
Location: East LA
6-8pm PST
Open Mic to all types of performers. 5 minutes at the mic, with featured guests.
The Libros Lincoln Heights Bookstore, 3422 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Every Sunday:
Poetry on Demand; Typewriter Poetry
Location: Hollywood
11-5pm PST
LA Poet Society presents Poetry on Demand in space R24
Get a typewritten custom poem, just for you, from our incredible Typewriter Poets.
Donations accepted directly to the Poet.
Melrose Trading Post, Space R24: 7850 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
