Moore Invites Detroiters to 313 Day Open Mic

February 28, 2026

Detroit's poet laureate jessica Care moore is organizing a haiku-themed open mic event on March 13th (313 Day) to celebrate the city through poetry and creative expression. Participants will share Detroit-themed haikus that can be recorded in an audio booth as part of a larger "Detroit Love" project. Following the open mic night, moore will lead a free community poetry workshop on March 15th where the Moore Art House will travel throughout different Detroit neighborhoods collecting haikus from residents.

Who is affected

jessica Care moore (Detroit's poet laureate)
Detroiters/Detroit residents attending the events
Mayor Mary Sheffield
J Sicka and Drake Phifer (DJs)
Joel Fluent Greene (poet and author)
Moore Art House organization
Detroit communities throughout the city
People of all ages interested in poetry workshops

What action is being taken

moore is hosting a "Detroit Love Haiku Open Mic + Recording Experience" on March 13th
Attendees can record their haikus in an audio booth
J Sicka and Drake Phifer are performing as DJs at the event
Joel Fluent Greene is making a special guest appearance
Various events are happening across the city on March 13th to celebrate Detroit pride

Why it matters

This event matters because it provides a platform for Detroit residents to share their personal perspectives and emotional connections to their city through accessible poetry. The haiku format democratizes creative expression by using a simple three-line, 17-syllable structure that people of all skill levels can attempt. By collecting and preserving these voices through recordings and public art, the project creates a community-driven cultural archive that celebrates Detroit's identity and fosters civic pride during a time of new mayoral leadership.

What's next

moore will conduct a free community poetry workshop on March 15th for all ages
The Moore Art House will travel to different communities around Detroit asking residents "What do you love about your city in 17 syllables?"
The citywide project will continue as a yearlong effort
The collected haikus will be featured in public art, recordings, and performances throughout the year

Read full article from source: Michigan Chronicle