Matthew Freeman reflects on the joy of hosting the Re: Born poetry series, highlighting memorable performances and the welcoming atmosphere at The Fortune Teller Bar. The series will continue at Joe’s Café, starting January 21st.
On December 12th, The Heavy Anchor hosted the latest installment of The Future Is Female+. It is one of numerous regular comedy series hosted at the venue. The venue also offers the long-running comedy open mic, Comedy Shipwreck.
Judy Stein reviews Truman Kennedy’s Werewolf Mask, praising its crisp production and mix of bluegrass, jazz, and blues influences. The songs explore life’s struggles without nostalgia. Truman Kennedy’s album release party is this Saturday evening at Moshmellow.
A second piece from local poet Brett Underwood. Underwood recently released Gateway To Mush, his latest book of poetry from Spartan Press.
Kaleigh D’Græy’s poetry reflects on renewal and self-acceptance through the metaphor of rain, contrasting hope and despair.
Focal Point, originally a coffeehouse focused on folk music, has evolved into a diverse concert venue in Maplewood. It now accommodates various musical styles, offers space for public music activities, and hosts numerous dance events. With a commitment to community engagement, Focal Point serves as a hub for both performers and audiences.
Mound City Messenger invites readers to submit poetry and short stories via email. The poem “Gambling” explores the consequences of a man’s foray into betting, leading to loss and regret. “We Are Not Impressed” critiques South Sudanese leadership, highlighting unfulfilled promises and persistent societal issues like poverty and joblessness. Bul Ajang Kur Yuot, a literature student, is featured.
By Vince Casaregola It is October, and throughout the neighborhood, at some houses, there are the signs of monsters on the lawns–large skeletal beings, sinister scarecrows, sheer and wispy fabrics of ghosts. Some float...
Revisioning I just passed a holy manwho had apparentlycome from a faraway landto Delmarand he was wearing a long tan linen robeand when he got close to mehe gave me a very casualtwo-finger salute,...
An Interview with the City of St. Louis Board of Education Vice President Matt Davis Ben Conover, Guest Columnist This summer saw an onslaught of negative press coverage for Saint Louis Public Schools (SLPS),...
