Please join me at one or both of my readings—virtual in January and an in-person in February. These are free events. Click on the links provided for more information.

01/22/2026 Fixed and Free Reading, Albuquerque, New Mexico. 5:30-8:30 MST, with Sterling Warner. 

About the event:  I will be reading around 6:15 pm and Sterling will be reading around 7 pm with an open mic before, between, and after.   To get on the open mic waiting list, email Billy Brown at Welbert53@aol.com. 

Zoom link Meeting ID is 989 4335 7065 and the passcode: 212030. Note: This event is in MST, please adjust for your time zone. 

02/05/2026 First Thursday Author & Artist Series, Helvetia Winery, Hillsboro, Oregon, 6:30 pm -8:00 pm PST. 23269 NW Yungen Rd, Hillsboro, OR 97214. 

About the event: “The First Thursday Writers & Artists Series is a monthly event designed to bring together writers, painters, photographers, poets, and people who appreciate them, in the inspiring setting of Helvetia Winery.  This series will provide a welcoming space for people to connect, share their creative work, and build lasting artistic and professional communities.”

Directions: Take Highway 26 northwest from downtown Portland, 13 miles. Turn right at Helvetia Road exit 61B. Go north 3.5 miles. Turn right at Bishop Road and follow the signs to Helvetia Vineyards. 

If you would like to register in advance for this free event, go to the Eventbrite page.