Popular Poet Michael Wright To Speak at Moss Library April 8

Michael Wright

Known locally for his stunning and evocative imagery, April's gathering of Coffee with the Poets and Writers will feature noted poet Michael Wright, Wednesday, April 8, at 10:30 A.M. at Moss Memorial Library in Hayesville.  The monthly event is sponsored by North Carolina Writers' Network West.

Michael lives in the mountains of Western North Carolina where for over 45 years he has been a self-employed designer woodworker.  He is a graduate of The Herron School of Art at Indiana University.  He writes poetry on the side.

Coffee With Poets and Writers meets every second Wednesday from March to December 2026 at Moss Memorial Library.  The event is free and open to the public. An open mike will follow the presentation. Please bring a poem or short prose piece of about three minutes to participate.  There is no critique.  

CWPW is sponsored by North Carolina Writers Network West which also includes writers in Towns, Union, Fannin, and Rabun Counties in Georgia.  NCWN-W continues to use technology to share our writing.  We offer writing events and classes both online and in person.  For questions, please contact joanhoward121@gmail.com.

Valentine's Day at Peacock to Feature Local Playwrights and Poets

 

Add a postscript to your Valentine's Day celebration next Saturday evening! Treat your sweetheart to a night at the Peacock Performing Arts Center in Hayesville, North Carolina! Enjoy an evening of reader’s theater with local actors and playwrights delivering entertainment at every turn!

An Evening of One Act Plays is the latest event in the popular Scribes on Stage Series.  The first half features Midnight, a brand-new play by local playwright Carroll S. Taylor, and a new presentation of Get Up and Bar the Door, a 1935 play written by students at the John C. Campbell Folk School. 

During intermission, enjoy a wide selection of snacks and beverages in the newly-updated lobby, and meet and greet the local authors who are performing their work.

During the second half of the evening, you'll hear local poets and authors Richard Cary, Mary Ricketson, Michael Wright, and Sandy Benson share their new writings. 

Tickets are available online and at the door.

Peacock Performing Arts Center
301 Church Street, Hayesville, NC

828-389-2787

www.peacocknc.org