AUBURN — The Pleasant Note Coffeehouse will celebrate the 13th anniversary of its Open MIC & Poetry Slam Friday, March 8, at the First Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St.
Since 2006, this free monthly show has drawn people of all ages who share the spirituality of music and spoken word. The March 8 show begins at 7:30 p.m.
Guitars and singers are typical guests, yet Open Mic has welcomed belly dancers, poets, rappers, storytellers and trick dogs to perform over the years. Participants say they like this monthly show, with its excellent sound quality and the focus on the performer, unlike bar open mics.
Locals may recall that a dozen years ago, a musical “scene” had sprung up around Cafe Bon Bon in Lewiston. When the cafe closed, some members of the Auburn UU church decided to provide another outlet for all that creative energy. The Pleasant Note has continued on, consistently attracting new performers of all ages, along with its regulars.
You can watch the 10th anniversary show, featuring originals only, at https://youtu.be/QvSiUQKtoDg, shot and edited by Karen Hill.
The Pleasant Note Coffeehouse presents Open Mic & Poetry Slam on the second Friday of each month. The building is handicapped accessible and refreshments are available. For more information, call 207-783-0461 or visit www.auburnuu.org.
PHOTO: Brian Bickford, Maureen Perry, Toby Haber and Mike Giasson toast the open mic 12th anniversary at Pleasant Note Coffeehouse, First Universalist Church, in Auburn. (Submitted photo)
