Ancient City Poets: The Ghost in You

Ancient City Poets hosts their annual “Come in Costume” open mic on Sunday, October 29, 2023, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the St. Augustine Waterworks. 

All are invited to attend and listen to local poets read their poems. Poets are welcome to share their newest work or a polished poem.

Costumes will be judged, with prizes in three categories: Best Literary Costume, Most Creative, and Best Teen Costume. The winners of the costume awards will receive a book by a local author. 

This free event takes place at The Waterworks. Sign-up begins at 2:30, and the readings start at 3:00 p.m. The first 15 names on the sign-up sheet will be called in the order they appear on the list.

The Ancient City Poets was founded in 2009 by poet Chris Bodor, the editor-in-chief of the literary journal A.C. PAPA. (Ancient City Poets, Authors, Photographers, and Artists)

Admission: Free and open to all members of the public.

When: October 29, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. The doors open at 2:30 p.m., and those who wish to read a poem may sign the sheet at the entrance. The readings start at 3:00 p.m., and the first 15 names on the sheet will be called up to the stage in order.

Where: The St. Augustine Waterworks.

Getting There: While the address is 184 San Marco Avenue, the only driveway on San Marco is Exit Only. Access to the Waterworks is through the St. Augustine Main Library parking lot. (Use 1960 North Ponce de Leon in your GPS.)