Event Overview
This is more than a show—it’s a movement! Powerful poetry from pros & youth, real talk, community vibes, food & inspiration to spark change.
Welcome to the movement!
Join us for the NYC No Menthol Poetry Event—an unforgettable evening where poetry becomes power and purpose meets performance.
This isn’t just a show—it’s an experience designed to spark conversation, healing, and action around the impact of menthol and tobacco in our communities.
What to expect:
- Dynamic performances from professional spoken word artists
- Youth poets taking center stage, sharing bold, tobacco-free messages
- Powerful community moments, connection, food, and more
Together, we’re creating space for truth, expression, and change.
📍 Location: Mother AME Zion Church, 140 W 137th St, New York, NY
📅 Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Interested in performing? Sign up to be a poet here: https://www.savingblacklives.org/poetry-contest-nyc-2026 🎤
Come be part of a night that uplifts voices, builds community, and inspires a tobacco-free future.