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The writers, readers, publishers, bookshops, and small presses building New York’s literary life in public.

Upcoming events

Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · 9:00 PM EST · Wonderville

Smash Bash Vol. 28

Smash Bash completes another rotation around the fighter's stage, ringing in the 28th edition this November!

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 · 2:30 PM EST · Wonderville

A Magical Mathy Afternoon

Join us at Wonderville BK for a mystical afternoon of mathy delights!

Mon, Nov 16, 2026 · 8:00 PM EST · Wonderville

Unregistered HyperCam: Tales From the Aughts

Unregistered HyperCam is a stand-up/storytelling show featuring comedians discussing a beautifully obscure, strange, or otherwise culturally remarkable piece of media from the early 2000s.

Tue, Nov 17, 2026 · 5:00 PM EST · Pete's Candy Store

Silent Writing Happy Hour

Free show at Pete's Candy Store; see the official calendar for details.

Tue, Nov 17, 2026 · 8:00 PM EST · Wonderville

Nico Davis & Friends

Nico Davis @realnicodavis https://open.spotify.com/artist/686zRHZBZYz2xkXVsBMtU1 Dream Mode @dreammodemusic https://open.spotify.com/artist/0qVAqaZMzguXIBRk0UfEZO Deva Rani @devaraniii

Wed, Nov 18, 2026 · 12:00 AM EST · Judson Memorial Church

Judson Book Group

Poetry / writing. See the official listing for details.

Wed, Nov 18, 2026 · 1:00 PM EST · Center for Book Arts

Make Your Mark: Printing a Flexagon Book

Virtual – Paper Engineering Make Your Mark: Printing a Flexagon Book Maria G. Pisano Wednesday, November 18th, from 1PM to 4PM ET Pay-what-you-can ($120 Suggested) Details

Wed, Nov 18, 2026 · 8:00 PM EST · Wonderville

Killer Queen Open Hive Night

Come learn how to play the only 10-player arcade game from some of NYC’s best players!

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM EST · Center for Book Arts

2026 Annual Chapbook Reading

Public Event 2026 Annual Chapbook Reading Nikky Finney, Ansel Elkins, Hajer Requiq, and Michael Prior, with Roni Gross, Rebecca Josephson, Barbara Henry, and Myong Jin Nov 19, 6pm Details

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM EST · Center for Book Arts

Image Making on Letterpress #2: CMYK Photopolymer Printing

Virtual & In Person – Letterpress Image Making on Letterpress #2: CMYK Photopolymer Printing Elizabeth Castaldo Thursday, November 19th from 6PM to 9PM ET (Virtual), Saturday and Sunday, December 5th & 6th, from 11AM to 5PM ET (In-Person) $490 + a $75 material...

Thu, Nov 19, 2026 · 7:30 PM EST · Pete's Candy Store

Pete's Reading Series

Free show at Pete's Candy Store; see the official calendar for details.

Fri, Nov 20, 2026 · 3:00 PM EST · Brooklyn Poets

Writing Group

Join us Fridays at 3pm and Saturdays at 12pm for one hour of structured writing time with prompts created by the Brooklyn Poets faculty staff followed by an optional 30 minute share out at the end.

Fri, Nov 20, 2026 · 7:00 PM EST · Brooklyn Poets

Brooklyn Poets Reading Series 11.20.26

Join us for the Brooklyn Poets Reading Series at 144 Montague on Friday, November 20, featuring poets Rhoni Blankenhorn, Asa Drake & Sampson Starkweather!

Fri, Nov 20, 2026 · 8:00 PM EST · Wonderville

Club Massive: Jungle Is Hardcore

CALLING ALL JUNGLISTS AND HARDCORE LOVERS CLUB MASSIVE IS ROUNDING OUT OUR TWO DAY ADVENTURE WITH A NIGHT FULL OF BREAKS, HARDCORE KICKS, AND AN IRRESPONSIBLE AMOUNT OF BASS FROM 8PM TILL LATE, BE READY FOR SOME OF NEW

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 12:00 PM EST · Brooklyn Poets

Writing Group

Join us Fridays at 3pm and Saturdays at 12pm for one hour of structured writing time with prompts created by the Brooklyn Poets faculty staff followed by an optional 30 minute share out at the end.

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 2:30 PM EST · Wonderville

Rhythm Rave

Welcome to the Rhythm Rave, the dreamy and competitive realm of dancing~ Witness the fire and daring of our performers as they climb their way to the top of the scoreboard and take you on a journey through your favorite

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 3:30 PM EST · Brooklyn Poets

Poetry Aloud

Join us Saturdays at 3:30pm to read aloud poetry collections from our bookstore!

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 6:30 PM EST · Brooklyn Poets

Brooklyn Poets Summer & Fall Fellows Showcase

Register Join us at 144 Montague for our Summer & Fall Fellows Showcase on Saturday, November 21, at 6:30 PM as fellowship winners from our summer and fall workshop seasons share their work.

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 · 9:00 PM EST · Wonderville

Dualism

Dualism is a queer 21+ hero/villain birthday party & show for one of our co-founders, MALiCE.