Invitation to all poets/writers or those who would just like to come and listen.

Our next MMM get-together is – Thursday, July 3rd at Brandt Parker’s at 6:30 pm. 

Brandt’s house is at the top of Sawmill on the right and is down the long driveway.  You can see his house from Gold Hill Road.
If questions or to let him know you are coming, please call Brandt at 303-459-0514. Call me or someone on the list if you want to carpool out to Brandt’s.

For those not familiar with MMM (Miscellaneous Mountain Misfits), we have a monthly get-together (usually the first Thursday but can change by request of the host) at the home of one of the group. The idea is two-fold: (1) is that we do some  writing (for 15-20 minutes and this is expected to be a quiet time in order to focus on our writing) in response to a loose stimulus provided by Gold Hill Poet Laureate, John Latham or his stand-in, followed by a non-critical read-around of what has been written. This takes about 45 minutes, followed by short break (to get snacks and drink)  and then: (2) a read-around involving all people who care to read [for about 6 minutes per person maximum] some of their already-written prose or poetry, or writing by someone else. If, instead of reading, someone offers a song or two, that is welcomed. There is no pressure on people to actively participate. Most attendees do, but some come simply to listen. The host provides some limited drink & snacks, and if attendees care to bring along a modest contribution to the drink or food, that is welcomed, too.Here is a rough time schedule:

6:30:             John begins
By      7:00:   We should be ready to share our writing
Approx 7:30: Short snack break
7:45                Begin a read-around of poetry/writings/music of your own work or other writings you wish to share
approx8:30    Finished sharing and can stay to converse with others
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