LibGuides: Resources for Writers: Events in Mesa County

Ongoing Events

Poetry Night
Explore the work of poets, discover poetry themes, styles and techniques, and share your own work for feedback and critique.
Central Library Community Room.
Second Wednesday of each month. 6 pm.
Lithic Bookstore & Gallery
Check Lithic's website for an ongoing schedule of events.
Cavalcade Open Mic
Poetry, music, philosophical discussion and more at Fruita's Cavalcade.
Poets & Writers of CMU reading series
Writers on the faculty and staff of Colorado Mesa University read monthly during the school year.
560 Salon on Grand Junction's Main Street.
Western Colorado Writers' Forum
Check for Writers' Night listings and other events.
Open Bard at The Sherbino
A poetry series in Ridgway, Colorado.
Talking Gourds at the Telluride Institute
Check Talking Gourd's website for ongoing events.
Crested Butte Center for the Arts
Check their calendar for literary events and other arts happenings.

Women Writing Grand Junction
Support and classes for female writers. There is a charge for class attendance.

National Novel Writing Month
The challenge is to write 50,000 words during the month of November. Interact with other writers and meet within your own community. Become one of the thousands who have participated.