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What to Expect: "Free Bee — Words, Spoken Aloud" is a gently facilitated open mic shaped around attention and pace.Guests can expect short readings shared by poets, storytellers, first-time readers, and seasoned voices. Each reader is given a brief, intentional window to speak, with space between readings to allow for listening and reflection.
The evening opens with grounding, includes a midway pause to reset and refill, and closes gently. Guests are welcome to share or simply listen—both are considered full ways of participating.
Host Bio: Joy-Jayne Bassey is a poet, multidisciplinary artist and cultural facilitator, based in Maryland. Her work is rooted in story, scar, and the sacredness of human experience. She creates spaces that value attention, reverence, and generosity of listening, welcoming both seasoned readers and first-time sharers. Follow Joy-Jayne on Instagram: @joyjayne_bassey
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Maryland Meadworks, 4700 Rhode Island Ave, Hyattsville, MD 20781-2134, United States
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