October 2026 - ArtsXchange Literary Programs

Check out the Literary Programs coming to the ArtsXchange this month!

2026 Open Mic & SLAM ATL Qualifier

Fri, Oct 9, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM

$10 in Advance / $15 at the Door

Slam List and doors at 7:30pm

Step into the spotlight at XChange Open Mic, a welcoming space for all forms of artistic expression. Whether you’re a poet, comedian, musician, storyteller, or creative shapeshifter, this mic is for you.

There will be a short open mic followed by a poetry slam to qualify for Slam ATL.

Join us for Xchange Open mic followed by a poetry slam to qualify for Slam ATL. Please read full description for details. Come to perform, come to listen, come to be inspired. All voices. All art forms. One stage.

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Write Your Way: Four Ways to Make Your Words Work

Sat, Oct 17, 2026 | 12p.m. - 2p.m.

Four workshops, Four Ways to write. This series helps young people develop the writing skills—and the confidence to Explain It ,Tell It, Imagine It and Argue It.

Hosted by Theresa Davis, this workshop engages students to write about the questions, experiences, ideas, and issues that matter to them while developing skills they can use in school, college, careers, and everyday life.

2nd Saturday Writers Workshop

Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 2p.m. - 4 p.m.

Find your writing community, share and receive feedback, and hone your craft with the guidance of author Theresa Davis and guest facilitators who are experts in their fields. The workshops use thought-provoking prompts and ekphrasis to help you explore a variety of writing styles and genres.

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Sat, Oct 17, 2026 | 2p.m. - 4p.m.

Scrabble Club is a fun and engaging way to enhance literacy, spelling, problem-solving, and conversation. Whether you’re a seasoned Scrabble master or just learning the ropes, this intergenerational gathering is perfect for all ages and skill levels. And we have snacks! Please RSVP to let us know you're coming.

RSVP for Scrabble Club

4th Saturday Writers Workshop

Sat, Oct 24, 2026 | 12p.m. - 2p.m.

Every fourth Saturday of the month, find your writing community, share and receive feedback, and hone your craft with the guidance of author Theresa Davis and guest facilitators who are experts in their fields. The workshops have helped people develop their creative voice and even publish their work. Don't miss out!

Playing with Our Words

Sat, Oct 24, 2026 | 2p.m. - 4 p.m.

Spark your creativity and connection through the power of words. After a game of Scrabble, participants explore wordplay, storytelling, and imagination with creative writing prompts. The challenge is to write using the words on the Scrabble board. Families are strongly encouraged to attend together.

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Literary Program Director

Theresa Davis is an educator, storyteller, poet, author, poetry slam champion and the host of the award winning open mic Java Speaks. She has performed on stages across the nation as a poet and keynote speaker. She was a classroom teacher for over 25 years, specializing in cross curricular education.