Under a Haunted Moon

Wild Bloom Poetry | An Evening of Poetry & Other Hauntings

October brings us back to Emily’s Garden for an evening of poetry, live jazz, and a few beautiful hauntings.

This month, we’re wandering into the darker corners of the imagination. Moonlight and shadows, spells and strange things, what blooms in the dark, and whatever lingers long after we thought it was gone.

Our Featured Poet, Manny Saints, is a Honduran-American poet born and raised in Miami. His writing explores dreams, family, mortality, history, and nature, finding ways to connect us through the written word.

Resident musician Michael Gaspari opens the evening with live jazz before we turn the microphone over to our community of poets.

Bring a poem that haunts you. Something strange. Something beautiful. Or simply come to listen.

Costumes and spooky poems are welcome, but never required.

Whether you're a seasoned poet, a first-time reader, or someone who simply enjoys listening, there's a place for you in the garden.

Event Details

Wednesday, October 21, 2026
6:00 PM | Live Jazz
6:30 PM | Featured Poet & Open Mic

Emily's Garden
327 SW 2nd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Admission: Free with RSVP
Open Mic: Original poetry, 4 minutes maximum per reader
Venue: One-drink minimum (nonalcoholic options available)

Please note that performances should be suitable for a general audience, as the garden is shared with restaurant patrons and families.

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Art belongs to everyone.