WordPlay (www.maureenryangriffin.com)
Local renowned poet Maureen Ryan Griffin offers WordPlay, excellent opportunities for writing workshops, retreats, and critiques. Get on Maureen's email list for the latest news in the Charlotte writing community and beyond.

Wit's End Poetry (www.witsendpoetry.com)
Check out events, publishing opportunities, and info on poetry slams in the Southeast.

The Moving Poets (www.movingpoets.com)
Charlotte imaginations that inspire dance through poetry.

Charlotte Shout (www.charlotteshout.com)
Annual Charlotte festival that celebrates the arts. Get involved!

The Visulite Theatre (www.visulite.com)
Theatre that brings some of the best national bands to Charlotte. Supports local arts.

Main Street Rag (www.mainstreetrag.com)
Main Street Rag is a locally published, nationally distributed poetry journal. SLICK! Also a valuable resource for other publication opportunities and events.

Kakalak Poetry Contest and Art Competition (www.kakalak.net)
Kakalak Anthology of Carolina Poets is currently published annually, and Editors Richard Allen Taylor, Lisa Zerkle, and Beth Cagle Burt are gearing up for the latest contest. Check out the website for submission guidelines or to purchase the published anthologies.

Glenis Redmond (www.glenisredmond.com)
A deep love for humanity is shown through Glenis' insightful poetry and wisdom. Check her tour dates to see her perform.

Open Mic with Jonathan Rice (www.iodinepoetryjournal.com)
Jonathan Rice, Editor of Iodine Poetry Journal hosts various readings in Charlotte each month. Check out his website for more information.