TRUARTSPEAKS

And yes, there are still a handful of slots left to sign up!

#ReVerbOpenMic is an entry point, a space for creativity, a space for expression and a space for family. Come thru. Spit something. Smile. 6-8p at Golden Thyme this Thursday hosted by @desdamonarox

Registration is open and filling fast for #BeHeard18! Head to our website for your chance to represent MN at #BNV2017 this summer! www.truartspeaks.org

I’m exactly ONE WEEK we will host WRITE TO BE HEARD, our annual writing circle for poets with a desire to prepare for #BeHeard18. Find more info at: https://www.facebook.com/events/2012109529062438??ti=ia (at Boneshaker Books)

Time for a quick spotlight on one of the youth leaders that continues to power the #ReVerbOpenMic every Thursday from 6-8p. Check out @poetic.luminary and learn more about his commitment to the work! (at Golden Thyme on Selby)

Did we mention that @thetishjones is going to lead a training on how to emcee a show with mega energy, swag and thoughtfulness? That’s happening. Come thru to explore best practices around keeping the crowd hype, emcee to DJ relationship, artist engagement, culture keeping and more! Visit the Latest News tab in our website to register! #Art #Community #MC #Emcee #Training #LevelUp (at Caydence Records & Coffee)

This Thursday from 4:30-5:30p @guantesolo is leading a writing circle for anyone interested in participating in #BeHeard18. Head to Golden Thyme Cafe for a free, fun and focused experience to get you ready for slam season!

It takes a village to do this work. Big thanks to everyone in our family (read: network) for working with us to amplify youth voice in MN!

Write to Be Heard is a space to get feedback, coaching + more in preparation for #BeHeard18 go to www.facebook.com/TruArtSpeaks for more info!

Calling all #Minnesota poets ages 13-19 #BeHeard18 is looking for six of you all to represent our state at @bravenewvoices summer 2018! Register NOW for #BeHeard18 using the link in our bio! #Power #Youth #Voice

#ReVerbOpenMic, it’s where U go 2 find, develop & shape ur voice. It’s the coconut oil to ur glo up. Thursdays 6-8p Golden Thyme Cafe. Free. (at Golden Thyme on Selby)

Voted one of the best open mics in the Twin Cities by @citypages in 2015, #ReVerbOpenMic takes place every Thursday from 6-8p at Golden Thyme Cafe in Saint Paul! It’s free, fun and it always feels like family! Fall thru! Oh, and watch this video ‘til the end, you’ll love the last two seconds! #Power #Voice #Community (at Golden Thyme on Selby)

One our favs Guante is back as the guest host of #ReVerbOpenMic for the next 2weeks! Be sure to stop by Golden Thyme on Thur. from 6-8p! (at Golden Thyme on Selby)

Slam season is right around the corner! We are looking for poets, playwrights, creative writers, storytellers, Theater Artists, emcees, teachers and more to judge #BeHeard18 hit us up now! #Community #Power #Youth #Voice

Excited to be in our 4th year with Flip the Script! #SaveTheDate and tell your teachers that this is the Field Trip you’ve been waiting for! More info coming soon!

Write to #BeHeard! On 12.16 we will be hosting a free wkshp at @boneshakerbooks from 11-1p for poets interested in competing in #BeHeard18 #SaveTheDate and check out our events calendar on FB for more information! (at Boneshaker Books)