Upcoming Events

Barrie Library's Local Author Book Market

Barrie Library's Local Author Book Market

December 9th, 2023 10:00AM - 3:00PM

Mike will be one of many authors appearing at the Barrie Public Library's 'Local Author Book Market'. Come check it out!

Past Events

Poetry Open Mic on HOWL - CIUT 89.5FM

Poetry Open Mic on HOWL - CIUT 89.5FM

November 28th, 2023 10:00 - 11:00PM

On this popular radio show, during an hour of open mic readings, Mike shared two of his poems. (Begins at the 41:47 mark).

Nottawa Open Mic

Nottawa Open Mic

November 17th, 2023 7:00 - 10:00PM

Hosted by Kate E. Fate, Mike read at this monthly poetry open mic. It had a huge turnout and a great supportive vibe, and featured Poet Laureates Richard-Yves Sitoski (Owen Sound), and Jillian Morris (Collingwood); (Absent: Tyneisha Thomas (Barrie) ).

Black Mallard Poetry Anthology Launch

Black Mallard Poetry Anthology Launch

November 15th, 2023 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Mike was one of the featured readers at this great evening of poetry. Black Mallard Poetry launched its latest anthology, 'Stones Beneath the Surface', (edited by the wonderful poet, Andreas Gripp).

Local Author Showcase & Book Fair

Local Author Showcase & Book Fair

November 11th, 2023 3:00 - 5:00 PM

Mike was one of the authors at the 2nd annual New Tecumseth Public Library's Local Author Showcase & Book Fair, held at the Tottenham Community Centre.

Poetry Open Mic on HOWL - CIUT 89.5FM

Poetry Open Mic on HOWL - CIUT 89.5FM

October 31st, 2023 10:00 - 11:00 PM

On this popular radio show, during an hour of open mic readings, Mike shared two of his poems. (Begins at the 20:15 mark).

Owen Sound Library Author Reading

Owen Sound Library Author Reading

October 24th, 2023 7 - 8 pm

Mike appeared at the Owen Sound Library, reading from his debut collection, 'The Better Part of Some Time'.

Barrie Open Mic

Barrie Open Mic

October 20th, 2023 8:00 - 10:30PM

Mike read 3 of his poems at this monthly event. Hosted by Barrie Poet Laureate Ty the Poetess.

HOWL - CIUT 89.5FM

HOWL - CIUT 89.5FM

October 3rd, 2023 10:00 - 11:00PM

Mike was one of two featured readers interviewed on this popular local radio program, the other being none other than RBC Bronwen Wallace Award winner Michael Crummey!
(Begins at the 31.52 mark).

Ontario Culture Days - Meet the Poet, Meet the Artists

Ontario Culture Days - Meet the Poet, Meet the Artists

September 26th, 2023 7:00 - 8:00PM

Hosted by the Grey-Highlands Public Library Board, Mike held a poetry reading at the Flesherton Library, in conjunction with an art reception with local artists Barbara Pearn and Carolyn West.

Poetry Open Mic on HOWL - CIUT 89.5 FM

Poetry Open Mic on HOWL - CIUT 89.5 FM

September 26th, 2023 10 - 11 PM

Mike read two of his poems on this local, monthly poetry open mic program.
(Begins at the 19:10 mark).