The Lover and the Sword: A Valentine's Poetry Show
Where romance meets rhymes.
Shannon
February 10, 2025
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Valentine’s Day got you feeling some type of way? Get ready to embrace the poetic chaos at The Lover and the Sword: Round II on February 14th at 6:00 pm. Join Travis Kyng and Antino Art for an evening of spoken word that'll tug at your heartstrings (or maybe slice through them). Whether you're swooning or sulking, this poetry show has something for everyone. And hey, there's free Valentine’s Day desserts! So bring your +1 (or just your most dramatic self) to 415 Hillsborough Street for a night of rhymes, romance, and seriously good vibes.
This isn’t sponsored (we’d let you know if it was). We just love a good poetic drama. (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).
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