I recently had the pleasure of attending a new poetry series hosted by Detroit poet Caesar Torreano. Lyrics & Libations is held at Detroit Vineyards, a new venue and winery featuring Michigan-grown wine. This unique venue offers an elegant, spacious feel complete with a bar and one-of-a-kind floating tables. The staff are welcoming and friendly, and the unique wine options keep everyone smiling and warm as they listen to local poets—many of which are established in the community—share their work.
The space offered me the opportunity to chat with artists and organizers who I haven’t crossed paths with in a number of years. Caesar managed to offer the same inspiring allure I recalled from the first time I walked into one of his events over seven years ago.
I highly recommend checking out Lyrics & Libations, which happens every Wednesday starting at 7:00 PM at Detroit Vineyards. There are exciting featured poets to listen to and meet, fine wine, and an open mic for anyone who wants to share and join in. I’ll be back to participate again soon!
Justin Rogers is the literary outreach coordinator for Poets & Writers in Detroit. Contact him at Detroit@pw.org or on Twitter, @Detroitpworg.