Monday Poets: Poetry is alive and well in Philadelphia! The Free Library is pleased to present The Monday Poets, a series combining featured poets and an open mic, usually meets on the first Monday of the month, October through April. Now in its 14th year, it showcases a wide variety of talented Philadelphia-area poets. Readings take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Skyline Room of the Central Library, 1901 Vine Street. Copies of the Featured Poets’ books may be purchased at the readings. For additional information, please call the Free Library of Philadelphia’s Literature Department at 215-686-5402.