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Blue Hour May 15

The Chicago Poetry Center presents BLUE HOUR, a free, public monthly in-person reading series and generative writing workshop hosted and facilitated by Marty McConnell.  The Blue Hour reading includes a brief open mic followed by […]

A Behind-the-Scenes Look at CPC’s New Video Series

Behind the Scenes of Our First Video Series: Queen Zee’s Poetic Adventures After months of project planning, script writing, and rehearsals, the Chicago Poetry Center filmed its first ever “poetry on demand” video series this month. Queen […]

Apply Now – Open Board Call

Application Open: April 1 -24, 2024 Click here for application The Chicago Poetry Center is excited to announce an open call for new board members. We are seeking individuals with a passion for connecting […]

Blue Hour April 17

            The Chicago Poetry Center presents BLUE HOUR, a free, public monthly in-person reading series and generative writing workshop hosted and facilitated by Marty McConnell.  The Blue Hour reading includes […]

Blue Hour March 20 featuring Edgar Kunz, Megan Sungyoon, & Seo Jung Hak

The Chicago Poetry Center presents BLUE HOUR, a free, public monthly in-person reading series and generative writing workshop hosted and facilitated by Marty McConnell.  *** HEALTH & SAFETY NOTE: We are requesting that attendees mask […]

Silent Auction closes tonight! 🚀

Help Support Poetry Programs for over 2,500 students! Big news: it’s the final day of our auction! (Auction closes at 10PM CT!) We’re excited to be auctioning dozens of great bundles ranging in interest, […]

Blue Hour February 21 featuring S. Yarberry & Dan “Sully” Sullivan

The Chicago Poetry Center presents BLUE HOUR, a free, public monthly in-person reading series and generative writing workshop hosted and facilitated by Marty McConnell.  *** HEALTH & SAFETY NOTE: We are requesting that attendees […]

Blue Hour January 17 featuring C. Russell Price & Teresa Dzieglewicz

The Chicago Poetry Center presents BLUE HOUR, a free, public monthly in-person reading series and generative writing workshop hosted and facilitated by Marty McConnell.  *** HEALTH & SAFETY NOTE: We are requesting that attendees […]

We’re on a Mission 🚀 Help Support Poetry Programs for over 2,500 students!

We’re on a Mission 🚀 Help Support Poetry Programs for over 2,500 students! As we head towards the end of the calendar year, and launch our annual campaign, the Chicago Poetry Center team is […]

Blue Hour November 15 featuring Jacob Saenz & Jason Bayani

The Chicago Poetry Center presents BLUE HOUR, a free, public monthly in-person reading series and generative writing workshop hosted and facilitated by Marty McConnell.  *** HEALTH & SAFETY NOTE: We are requesting that attendees […]

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