Writers and Readers Open Mic

Mon Sep 29 2025 at 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm UTC-04:00

235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01945 | Marblehead

Abbot Public Library
Publisher/HostAbbot Public Library
Writers and Readers Open Mic
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Abbot Public Library is pleased to announce the launch of its new Open Mic series.Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this is a chance to connect with your community.
Susan Butterworth, a lifelong Marbleheader, will be the featured reader on Monday, Sept. 29. A former professor of English and university chaplain, she brings her deep love for the town's landscapes, stories and traditions to her literary walking tours which meander along Marblehead’s lanes, coves, beaches and islands. She will introduce two fictional characters, Hesper Honeywood, from the historical romance “The Hearth and Eagle” by Anya Seton, and Azor Peach from the Azor books by Maude Crowley. You will hear Hesper’s experience with the Underground Railroad, and Azor’s encounter with a talking turtle at Joe Brown’s Pond.
After Butterworth’s reading, the mic will be open to the first 10 people who sign up. Readers are asked to keep readings to five minutes or less.
The Open Mic will be hosted by Claire Keyes, a celebrated poet and Professor Emerita at Salem State University. Light refreshments will be served following the readings.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of Abbot Public Library.
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