Some Literary Events/ December 17-December 24

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

December 18 (Starts 10 pm) Nuyorican Friday Night Poetry Slam. Since 1989, an ever growing New York City's tradition. Please arrive early (suggested arrival is 9:15 pm). Admission: 10$. Hosted by Mahogany Browne. At the Nuyorican Poets Cafe, 236 East 3rd Street (Reverend Pedro Pietri Way) between Avenue B and C. For more information, click here or call 212-780-9386.

December 20 (10 am - 6 pm) Mano a Mano presents Posadas and Pastorelas. This weekend's family celebration promotes the popular traditions of the Mexican community of New York and features crafts, traditional storytelling, and food. Highlights include a Posada, a singing holiday procession, and a Pastorela, the traditional shepherds’ play. The event culminates in a party with piñatas. Admission is free, but donations are suggested. At the Museum of the City of New York, 1220 Fifth Avenue at 103rd Street. For more information, click here or call 212-587-3070.

December 20 (12 pm sharp) Edwin Torres at the Acentos Writers Workshop. The acclaimed hands-on poetry series organized by Acentos Foundation welcomes Edwin Torres, featured on MTV's Spoken Word Unplugged and the Charlie Rose Show. RSVP is required by sending email to fish@louderarts.com. Please bring proper identification to the event. At the Eugenio María de Hostos Community College, Room A-329, 475 Grand Concourse, Bronx. For more information, click here or call 917-209-4211.

December 21 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm) Bilingual Creative Writing Workshop at Mano a Mano. In collaboration with the New York Writers Coalition, Mano a Mano- Mexican Culture Without Borders presents a weekly workshop for Spanish- and English-language writers of all levels of experience. Participants must sign up in advance. For more information, email info@manoamano.net to RSVP or call 212-587-3070.