Poetry Nite + Open Mic
Fri, May 16
|7 Sands Dock Ln
Join us for Poetry Nite with Open Mic at The Sankofa Wellness Community—an evening of self-expression, healing, and connection. Featuring poet Niknesha Q. Hairston and open mic vibes for local voices to share truth, soul, and creativity
Time & Location
May 16, 2025, 8:00 PM
7 Sands Dock Ln, 7 Sands Dock Ln, Marlboro, NY 12542, USA
About the event
Join us for an evening of rhythm, reflection, and raw expression at Poetry Nite with Open Mic—a soulful gathering where voices rise, stories unfold, and healing happens through the power of words.
Our featured poet for the evening is the incredibly gifted Niknesha Q. Hairston—a passionate English teacher by day and evocative poet by night. Niknesha is the author of two powerful collections, The Journey, which explores the unpredictable path of life, and Last Stop…, a stirring meditation on love, anger, and depression. Her poetry has been featured in The Long Island Quarterly and the Nassau County Poet Laureate Society Review, touching readers with its honesty, depth, and emotional resonance.
Whether you’re a seasoned poet, a first-time performer, or simply a lover of the arts, you’re invited to take the mic or simply soak in the vibes. Come sip some tea, snap to the rhythm, and celebrate the beauty of…