Poetry Jazz Cafe

Two awesome features: Julia Gibson and Kate Marshall Flaherty! 10 spots on the open mic. Snacks included with $5.00 admission. Bios:

Kate Marshall Flaherty’s sixth book of poetry, “Radiant,” Launched with Inanna press this June. She was shortlisted for Arc’s poem of the year 2019, and Exile’s Gwendolyn MacEwen poetry prize 2018. She loves giving prompted writing workshops and editing sessions in her home. Check out her poetry to music on film at KateMarshall Flaherty.ca

Julia Gibson is a multidisciplinary thinker, creator, and problem solver who aspires to connect people, perspectives, and ideas toward a more understanding and compassionate world. After studies in violin performance at Manhattan School of Music, she earned a BA in Cognitive Science from Brown University and an MSc in Mathematics from McMaster University. She currently works in aerospace engineering in Toronto. Her poetry explores topics such as socioeconomic inequality, LGBTQ+ issues, cross-country cycling, technology, and womanhood in the twenty-first century. When neither tinkering nor writing, she can usually be found in the dance studio or climbing gym. Her personal website is at www.julia-gibson.com. You can also find her on Facebook and Instagram @julia.f.gibson.