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THE ROCKIES ARE NOT THE ONLY THINGS THAT END IN EL PASO

The border brings the night down around us in a manner so oblique that sleep seems a bit more like peripheral amnesia: brings on almost dream music w…

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Oct 17, 2026

East Valley Poets

Pyle Center

Desert Nights Rising Stars Conference at ASU in Tempe October 16 - 17 artwork featuring teal and blue desert inspired design.

Oct 17, 2026

Desert Nights, Rising Stars Writing Conference

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Oct 18, 2026

Poetry Open Mic @ Jarrod's

Jarrod's Coffee, Tea, & Gallery