"Young people have such fresh ideas and so few very public venues in which to share their work," says Tacoma Poet Laureate Josie Emmons Turner. In an effort to help remedy this, Turner has set up a night for young poetry and prose writers to share their work in a public forum. The 90-minute open-mic event starts at 2 p.m., but those interested in participating in the reading should sign up starting at 1:30 p.m. Writers are encouraged to select material that showcases their best work, so be advised that you're expected to bring it.

[King's Books, 2 p.m., no cover, 218 St. Helens Ave., Tacoma, 253.272.8801]