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Sylvania Writes Out Loud Poetry Slam
Kick off First Friday with Sylvania Writes Out Loud on Friday, October 3, from 6–8 pm. Poets of all ages and experience levels take the stage to share up to three original poems, with audience members serving as judges. Not a performer? Come to listen, cheer and soak in the energetic, community-driven atmosphere. Sign-ups start at 5:30 PM; the series continues monthly on Nov. 7 and Dec. 5. Olive’s On Main, 5629 Main St., Sylvania toledopoet.com
Respect Tha Mic Poetry Night – Find Your Voice
Experience local voices at Respect Tha Mic Poetry Night on Wednesday, October 8, from 7–9 pm at The Code Bar and Grill, 827 Starr Ave. Spotlighting poetry, stand-up and music, performers of all levels are welcome. $5 cover. Sign-ups begin at 5:30 pm. The series continues the second Wednesday of every month. facebook.com/code.bar.947806
Authors! Series: Mitch Albom on Twice
Internationally bestselling author Mitch Albom joins Authors! on Monday, October 13, from 7–8 pm at the Main Library to discuss his new novel Twice. This intimate, author-led presentation explores love, second chances, and the consequences of rewriting the past. Tickets are $24.25. 325 N. Michigan St.events.toledolibrary.org/event/14364067
Pages & Pints – Q&T Book Club: The Raven Boys
Join fellow book lovers for Pages & Pints on Thursday, October 23, at 7 pm to discuss Maggie Stiefvater’s The Raven Boys, a magical tale of friendship, mystery and adventure. Quenched & Tempered Brewing Co., 1210 Jackson St. . quenchedandtempered.com
Libbey Salon Lecture Series: Tedd Long on Toledo’s Lost Eateries
Step back in time with Toledo historian Tedd Long at the Libbey Salon Lecture Series on Thursday, October 30, at 6:30 pm at Libbey House, 2008 Scottwood Ave. to share stories from Long’s book Table for None: The Lost Eateries of Toledo, exploring beloved restaurants that shaped the city’s culinary history. $10. Seating is limited. libbeyhouse.org
