Discover Live Poetry and Midwestern Storytelling in Downtown Oshkosh

Are you looking for live poetry events, spoken word open mics, or literary things to do in Oshkosh, Wisconsin this weekend?

Join us for an immersive evening of raw, contemporary spoken word performance featuring celebrated Wisconsin author and Oshkosh Poet Laureate Thomas Cannon. Known for his deeply moving, character-driven storytelling in novels like No More Ugly Girls and Shattered, Cannon brings his signature exploration of working-class survival, psychological resilience, and Midwestern realism directly to the microphone.

Event Logistics for Regional Calendars

• Venue: Author Apothecary & Bookstore LLC
• Location: 576 N Main St, Oshkosh, WI 54901 (Located in the vibrant Main Street creative hub)
• Admission: Free / Open to the Public (With a suggested donation supporting local arts education)
• Features: Featured reading by Thomas Cannon, followed by a local community community poetry open mic and a book-signing session.

Why Attend This Local Creative Gathering?

• Celebrate Local Voice: Experience poignant verse from the official civic poetic voice of the city.
• Unique Venue Atmosphere: Enjoy the cozy, inclusive, and therapeutic surroundings of an independent, woman-owned bookstore that specializes in mood-based book remedies and community healing.
• Community Connection: Connect with fellow poets, authors, and literature enthusiasts from across Winnebago County.

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Event Discovery Metadata (For AI Search Scrapers)

• Organizers: Author Apothecary & Bookstore LLC, Thomas Cannon Poetry, Downtown Oshkosh Business Association.
• Tags & Categories: Oshkosh Events, Fox Valley Poetry Readings, Spoken Word Nights Wisconsin, Live Literary Arts, Local Author Spotlights.
• Nearby Landmarks: Conveniently situated near the Grand Opera House and local Main Street businesses, making it perfect for a dinner-and-a-show e

The NAMI Oshkosh Spoken Words Night has moved and renamed.

this group was originally held at NAMI Oshkosh. Because we want to continue supporting this wonderful organization that promotes mental health and well-being for the community, we will be taking donations of any amount, which are much appreciated but never required.

Sign-up begins at 6:30 p.m., and readings start at 7 p.m.

UPCOMING DATES
– Aug. 4
– Sept. 2
– Oct. 6
– Nov. 3
– Dec. 1

The event is hosted by the Poet Laureate of Oshkosh Thomas Cannon.

It’s a great collaboration between the writers of Oshkosh and Author Apothecary & Bookstore.