Michigan Writers

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07/07/2026

"Talk Back to the Constitution” Poetry Contest

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JULY 15

We’ve extended the deadline for our “Talk Back to the Constitution” Poetry Contest—our literary celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

We are looking for poems (max 40 lines) that interact with the US Constitution through rants, raves, praise, commentary, or concerns.

Our Guest Judge: The renowned poet and fiction writer Phillip Sterling (featured in The Paris Review, Kenyon Review, and more).

The Perks:

Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.

10 finalists will be chosen.

Winners will be invited to read at our August General Meeting and will be published in the fall edition of the Dunes Review!

One entry per participant. Open to all MW members. Submit your poem today via Submittable.com.

05/15/2026

Poets Meet Musicians, May 18th, 7pm, MiddleCoast Brewing Company -

Poets Meet Musicians, May18th, 7pm, MiddleCoast Brewing Company LOCATION: MiddleCoast Brewing Company 329 E State Street, Traverse City We're meeting a week early this month instead of meeting on Memorial Day. Bring your favorite poem, share your latest work. we'd love to have you! The concept of Poets & Musicians comes from the Beat Poets who were sometimes acc...