Upcoming Events

  • White text is overlayed onto an oil painting depicting a dirt road weaving through green fields. The text reads: How To Read A Poem - A Beginner Class. Wednesday, April 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Pearl's Books.

    How To Read A Poem

    4.10 @ 6:30 p.m.
    Pearl’s Books

    Description goes hereThink of this as Poetry 101 without the stuffiness. We’ll read together, say “hmmm,” and laugh over some brilliant contemporary poems. Already writing poetry? This class can help you sharpen your craft.

    Hang with us Wednesday, April 10th at 6:30 p.m. at Pearl’s Books in Fayetteville. This event is $10.

  • Neuro | Queer Spring Retreat

    4.12 @ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
    Mount Sequoyah

    Curious about the eight sensory systems? Here’s another opportunity for neurodivergent, queer folx to connect with each other.

    
This neuro-queer retreat centers on education about the eight sensory systems, with restorative yoga, AcuWellness, and writing and guided reflection.

  • White text overlayed onto an oil painting of a vibrant bouquet of flowers. The text reads: Join us for our Community Revision Night Monthly on the 13th 6:30-8:30 p.m. The Graduated Hotel

    Community Revision Night

    4.13 @ 6:30 p.m.
    The Graduate Hotel

    Don’t miss this great opportunity to help grow in your craft, and help other writers grow too! Old friends and new faces alike are always welcome at Community Revision Night!

    Join us for some informal critique on Saturday, April 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Graduate Hotel in Fayetteville. As always, this event is FREE and we’d love to see you!

  • Black text is overlayed onto an oil painting of a lush valley. The gray sky is full of clouds. The text reads: A Special Poetry Workshop with Geffrey Davis. Tuesday, April 16, 7-8 p.m. The Medium.

    A Special Poetry Workshop with Geffery Davis

    4.16 @ 7 p.m.
    The Medium

    Read and write poems with renowned and beloved poet Geffrey Davis. Geffrey is the author of three poetry books and teaches at the University of Arkansas. Although this workshop is geared towards beginners, writers of all levels are welcome.

    We’ll be at The Medium in Springdale, Tuesday, April 16th from 7-8 p.m. Tickets are $10.

  • White text is overlayed onto an oil painting depicting a yellow tulip in front of a beige backdrop. The text reads: "Chapbook Release Party" followed by a list of names, Thursday, April 18 7-9 p.m. The Medium

    Chapbook Release Party

    4.18 @ 7 p.m.
    The Medium

    Let’s celebrate the hard work of 8 community members! These folks went through a three week revision process and have hand-bound their work into chapbooks. They’ll be reading a couple pieces and may even have a book or two for sale.

    Join us Thursday, April 18th from 7-9 p.m. for this FREE event at The Medium. 

  • Community Reading

    4.19 @ 6:30 p.m.
    The Medium

    Ready to share what you’ve been writing? We’re back for another seasonal reading at The Medium on April 19. Bring two poems or a short prose piece to share (~4 minutes total). Or, come hear some work and make some new, talented friends.

    This open-mic style event is for Bee Balm Arkansas community members or folx who want to be. We’ll be in the Blackbox! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the reading will get started at 7 p.m.

  • White text overlayed onto an oil painting of clouds at twilight. Text reads: Join us for Drafting Night Monthly on the 23rd 6:30-8:30 p.m. The Graduate Hotel

    Monthly Drafting Night

    4.23 @ 6:30 p.m.
    The Graduate Hotel

    Need dedicated time to work on your writing? Join us for a monthly Drafting Night—we’ll even bring some prompts to get you started. Bring your notebook or laptop and your good energy on Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the Graduate Hotel in Fayetteville.

    This is a FREE event for anyone that is part of our community or just curious to see what we’re about!

Recurring Monthly Events

  • Revision Night

    Monthly on the 13th @ 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
    The Graduate Hotel

    Join us for a monthly revision night to help you develop your writing skills. Bring 2 poems or a short prose piece that you want to receive feedback on.

  • Drafting Night

    Monthly on the 23rd @ 6:30 - 8:30pm
    The Graduate Hotel

    Join us and work on your writing—we’ll even bring some prompts to get you started. Be sure to bring your notebook/pens or laptop.