Upcoming events
Stories in Bloom
Join us for a night where stories bloom, voices rise, and creativity takes center stage. Stories in Bloom is an unapologetically joyful fundraiser celebrating the radical power of storytelling—with burlesque, poetry, cocktails, and community.
Every ticket supports the Ink & Impact Fellowship, a transformative nine-month program for emerging writers exploring gender, sexuality, and marginalized identities.
Whether you’re a lover of literature, a champion of queer art, or just looking for a magical night out, this evening promises connection, inspiration, and rebellion in full bloom. Featured performers include drag by Neon Calypso and burlesque by Lewd Alfred Douglas and Priscilla Parsley.
📅 June 12 | 📍Upstairs at Bow | 7pm
Resistance Through Art: A Zine-Making Workshop
Join us for an evening of radical creativity, community, and self-expression. In this hands-on workshop led by Pleasure Pie, we’ll explore zines — DIY, uncensored mini-magazines — as a bold medium for telling your story, resisting censorship, and reclaiming your voice.
Breaking the Block : A Writer's Workshop & Social
Stuck in a creative rut? Staring at the blinking cursor of doom? It’s time to shake off the writer’s block and get those words flowing again.
Join us for Breaking the Block, a two-part evening designed to blast through your creative obstacles and reconnect you with your writing:
✍️ 7:00 - 8:00 PM | Hands-On Workshop ($25)
A fast-paced, interactive hour of guided exercises, creative play, and zero-pressure writing prompts—all designed to outsmart your inner critic and reignite your creative spark. Whether you’re drafting a novel, journaling for yourself, or just trying to get unstuck, this session will get the words moving again. LGBTQ+ and BIPOC writers are especially encouraged to join, with prompts and resources focused on identity.
🎁 Bonus: The Writer’s Survival Kit: Attendees of the hands-on workshop will receive a goody bag filled with writer’s essentials—because every great story starts with the right tools.
🍷 8:00 - 9:00 PM | Free Drop-In Writing & Social
Stick around for a relaxed hour of open writing time or mingle with fellow writers over drinks. Whether you want to keep the momentum going or just unwind with creative company, this part is free and open to all.
Queer Joy & Blackout Poetry: A Creative Workshop
Join Lavender Education and Page & Parlor or an evening of creativity, self-expression, and community as we celebrate queer stories through the transformative art of Blackout Poetry.
This interactive workshop invites you to repurpose existing texts into powerful poetic pieces, highlighting the resilience, joy, and experiences of the LGBTQ+ community. Through guided exercises, we’ll explore the impact of censorship on queer narratives and reclaim space through art and storytelling.
What to Expect
✍️ Guided Creativity – Our passionate facilitators will introduce techniques and inspiration to help you craft your own blackout poetry. No prior experience needed!
📖 Banned & Censored Texts – You’ll work with excerpts from queer literature that has faced censorship, transforming them into new works of art.
🎨 All Materials Provided – Just bring your imagination and an open heart—we’ll provide the texts, markers, and everything else you need.
🌈 A Vibrant Community – Connect with fellow literary enthusiasts, creatives, and allies in a welcoming space that champions self-expression and celebrates diverse voices.
Event Details
📅 Date: Monday, March 10th
⏰ Time: 6:30 - 7:45 PM
📍 Location: Wild Child, Somerville, MA
💵 Cost: $20
Spots are limited to create an intimate workshop environment. Whether you’re a seasoned poet or just curious to explore a new creative outlet, this workshop is an opportunity to celebrate queer joy, reclaim narratives, and create something unique.
🌹 Poetry Brothel: The Lovers 🌹 Sonia, Cambridge
A tarot-themed immersive literary cabaret with private poetry readings, tarot readings, burlesque, pole, and more! Secure your spot at the Poetry Brothel with promo code PAGEANDPARLOR