Wednesday, July 29, 2026

August events


The Oshkosh Area Writers Club Critique Group
will meet at 10 a.m. on Saturdays, Aug. 1 and Aug. 15, in the lower-level meeting room at the Oshkosh Public Library.

Whether you're an experienced writer or just getting started, new members are always welcome! Bring a few pages to share or simply come to listen, learn, and connect with fellow writers.

 
 Open Mic: Author Apothecary After Dark – Poetry Edition

Share your work or enjoy an evening of local poetry on Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Author Apothecary & Bookstore (576 N. Main St., Oshkosh).

Hosted by Oshkosh Poet Laureate Thomas Cannon, this open mic brings together an eclectic mix of poets from Oshkosh and throughout the Fox Cities.

Schedule
6:30 p.m. – Sign-up
7 p.m. – Readings begin

Whether you're stepping up to the microphone or simply enjoying the performances, everyone is welcome.

A State of Healing Anthology Release Celebration
Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026
, from 6–8 p.m.
Oshkosh Public Library – Waters Building

Join us for the release celebration of A State of Healing, a collaborative Wisconsin anthology exploring healing, resilience, growth, and the human experience through poetry, prose, and personal storytelling.

This special after-hours event will feature contributors from across Wisconsin reading selections from the anthology and sharing the stories behind their work. Together, we'll celebrate the healing power of words and the courage it takes to tell our stories.

Please note: This is an after-hours event. Enter through the Washington Avenue entrance, marked by the library's iconic lion statues. Regular library services will not be available during the celebration.

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