DOWNEY - Fans of science fiction and horror are invited to the Third Thursday Poetry Reading sponsored by the Downey Arts Coalition and hosted by Mari's Wine Bar.The group gathers before 8 p.m. for an open mike reading of poems by anyone who volunteers to share their own poetry. On Oct. 18, featured poet Kendall Evans will read from his prize-winning long science fiction poems about "The Tin Man" and "In the Astronaut Asylum's Shadows." Hanging on the walls will be black and white photography featuring the work of local artists. Admission is free. Mari's Wine Bar is at 8222 Firestone Blvd.

********** Published: October 11, 2012 - Volume 11 - Issue 26