The Book & Bottle Shop in downtown Hopkinsville will host an open mic poetry night beginning at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 29.
Up to 20 guests may read their own original poetry, pieces from favorite authors, spoken word or prose, the shop announced in a press release.
Anyone who wants to read for the audience should register online. Up to 20 spots are available. Any remaining spots Thursday evening will be available for sign-ups at the door.
“Performances are limited to five minutes maximum, with no more than three poems or three pages of prose to be read, regardless of length,” the release states. “While original work is encouraged, performances of published work are acceptable with full credits and rights given to the original author.”
The event is described as “an evening celebrating poetry, local creatives and community.”
The shop is a combination book store and wine bar. Owner Rachel Sanders opened the business in November 2024 with her husband, Scotty Sanders, who is the operations manager.
