In association with Gateway Regional Arts Center, the Carnegie Center is proud to host this gathering of legendary Kentucky poets. Eva Alcaraz-Monje (Lexington Youth Poet Laureate), Esme Morris (KY Youth […]
George Eklund will be reading from his new collection, "Toward a Credo." Sean Corbin will read from his work, including "The Leper Dreams of Snow," and discuss the Poetry Gauntlet […]
Join Jeremy Paden, author of how to recognize god’s chosen, for an exploration of poetry as spiritual practice. Both song and prayer are, perhaps, our earliest forms of poetry, and […]
Two bestselling authors tackle myths and misconceptions about publishing. What does BookTok and social media get wrong about publishing? (Lots.) Are there any shortcuts? (A few.) Do I need an […]
Ease on down the road! Join KBWC Coordinator Claudia Love Mair to watch and discuss the film The Wiz on October 23rd at 6pm. From dancing subway columns to motorcycle […]
Join the Carnegie Center and the Kentucky Theatre as we celebrate the classic book and film The Wonderful Wizard of Oz!
Material for poems is everywhere – including in personal and historical archives. In this workshop, we’ll discuss how other voices — drawn from testimonies, transcripts, letters and other “found” materials […]
Frank X Walker, one of Kentucky's finest poets, author of the award-winning collection Last Will, Last Testament will share with us his way of harnessing the energies of grief, trauma […]
Every fall the halls of the Carnegie Center transform into a celebration of a classic tale. This immersive experience with entertainment, heavy appetizers, an open bar, and plenty of surprises, […]
A behind-the-scenes discussion led by Kevin Lane Dearinger and Michael Rintamaa and featuring cast members from The Lexington Theatre Company's A Christmas Carol: The Musical. Get a glimpse into the […]
The November edition of our Burn the Mic poetry open mic series will feature acclaimed poet upfromsumdirt, reading from his latest book The Shoes of the Fisherman's Wife. November 20, […]
Join us for Black and Lit Book Club Live, featuring Devine Carama. November 22, 7-9pm
