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Become a Patron Today!
A Patreon is a space for artists to connect with folks who want to continue to support their work. Not only would you be supporting me in...


Hewnoaks Artist Colony Residency
I have had the honor and privilege of staying in the glorious San Souci house at the Hewnoaks Artist Colony Residency in Lovell, Maine...


I’m a Best of the Net Nominee for Poetry!
You can read the poem from Homology Lit that was nominated right here: https://homologylit.com/2018/12/15/maya-williams/


Feature at Bowery Poetry Club
Sign up for a great Open Mic at 8 pm Sunday, September 15th at Bowery Poetry Club in New York City! After the open mic, I’ll be reading...


When Speaking to an Extraterrestrial Won an Award!
It is only my first time performing not only in PortFringe, but in a Fringe festival in general. I'm so happy to share that I am one of...


Writers of Frost Meadow Review at Quiet City Books
I am featured writers for Volume Three of Frost Meadow Review and there are many other awesome contributors. Come listen to us read our...


When Speaking to an Extraterrestrial: a PortFringe Solo Fest Performance
It would be great if you all would care to join me in my first year in PortFringe's Solo Fest in Portland, Maine! I'll be performing a...


Feature at L/A Arts’ Youth and Community Open Mic
I’m so happy to be co-featuring with my musically talented friend Kafari at Lewiston/Auburn (L/A) Arts (located 221 Lisbon St Lewiston,...


Feature at Beat Night
Beat Night is celebrating their 20th anniversary of live poetry and music on Thursday, April 18th at 7 PM! Ayanna Gallant and I will be...


Feature at Slam Free or Die
I'm happy to announce that I will be featuring at Slam Free or Die's venue Stark Brewing Company Thursday, March 21st. Doors open at 7 pm...


Poetry & Experimental Hip Hop at Apohadion Theater
Come Sunday, December 9th at 6 pm for a great night of poetry and hip hop at the Apohadion Theater on 107 Hanover St in Portland, Maine!...


UNE Alumni Winter Social
At 5 pm Thursday, December 6th, I hope to see you at the University of New England’s Portland Campus (716 Stevens Avenue) at Alumni Hall....


2018 Francine Ringold Awards for New Writers
This past summer, I submitted to the Nimrod International Journal three poems for publication. Although the poems won't be published, I'm...


VOX POP Team Slam Tournament
At 7 pm, Saturday, September 29th, I will be competing with a team at Slam Free or Die's VOX POP Slam Tournament at the New Hampshire...


Art Workshop at The Q!
The Q is the non-profit EqualityMaine's eighth annual conference at the University of Maine in Orono. EqualityMaine works toward equity...


Quill Books & Beverage Feature
Quill Books & Beverage is a book store, coffee shop, bar, and super warm community space located at 1 Westbrook Common, Unit #5 in...


Poetry Venue at L/A Art Walk
Every final Friday of the month, L/A Arts, an art gallery and agency for Lewiston and Auburn, Maine, has an art walk showcasing various...


Slam Free or Die: Finals (IWPS)
On Thursday, May 10th, I competed in Slam Free or Die's local slam in Manchester, New Hampshire as an opportunity to qualify for their...


Slam Free or Die: Finals (NPS)
On Thursday, April 26th, I competed in the second bout of Slam Free or Die's local semi-finals slam in Manchester, New Hampshire. I...


Gravity Sessions Feature
Gravity Sessions is an interdisciplinary arts collective in the Portland. In honor of National Poetry Month, instead of one featured...
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