The NewTown Writers will host an open-mic reading Wed., Sept. 14, 7-9 p.m., at Volumes Bookcafe, 1474 N. Milwaukee Ave.

The event will feature LGBTQ lit by NewTown Writers as well as authors appearing in the Off the Rocks anthologies.

This is an open-mic event for all writers, as non-members can bring their work and share it from the stage. However, if time becomes a factor, preference will be given to those in the group or the anthologies.

Writers can sign up early by email (southside6167@yahoo.com) or in person the day of the show at 6:30 p.m. Each writer can read up to three poems or eight minutes of prose.

There is no cover charge or any fee to attend or participate. Updates on this event will be posted on the NewTown Writers’ Facebook page.