First Wednesday Readers Series

“My fav night of the month. Something about hearing the author read their work and tell us context about it and fellowship.”

“I also shared several of my poems and gained writing ideas from others.”

“The readings are perfect for discovering new writers and work.”

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Olney Magazine Editors & Contributors (Feb. 1)

First Wednesday Reader Series presents Olney Magazine editors Brandon Noel & Tony Wade, and nationwide contributors to this...

Debra Derrenbacher & Joy Mistovich (Jan. 4)

First Wednesday Reader Series presents poet Debra Derrenbacher of Sharpsville & poet and blogger Joy Mistovich of Youngstown. Rebecca...

Eric Harper & Julie Cancio Harper (Dec. 7)

The First Wednesday Series presents a creative reading by Eric Harper & Julie Cancio Harper at the Soap Gallery in downtown Youngstown,...

Kelly Hambly & Jimmy Sutman (Nov. 2)

First Wednesday Reader Series presents poetry and prose writer Kelly Hambly of Kent & poet Jimmy Sutman of Youngstown, Wednesday,...

Lynda Montgomery & Toni Thayer (October 5)

First Wednesday Reader Series Presents fiction writer Lynda Montgomery & fiction and playwriter Toni Thayer, both of Cleveland. Co-host...

Debbie Allen, Rochelle Hurt & Alynn Mahle (August 3)

First Wednesday Readers Series presents Debbie Allen of Youngstown, Rochelle Hurt of Orlando, and Alynn Mahle of Cleveland. Barbara Marie...

Quartez Harris & Kerry Trautman (July 6)

First Wednesday Reader Series Presents poets Quartez Harris of Cleveland and Kerry Trautman of Findlay on Wednesday, July 6 at 7 PM....

Pauletta Hansel & Marjorie Maddox (June 1)

First Wednesday features poets Pauletta Hansel of Cincinnati and Marjorie Maddox of Williamsport, Pa. Open mic to follow. Erica Putro...