Modesto Artists Movement

05/26/2026

If you have not yet been to a Poetry Slam (on Rye), this would be a good opportunity to start! Our Featured Poet this month all the way from Fresno is the incomparable Lady K! She is a nationally ranked spoken word artist from the Central Valley and we are elated to hear her whole set.

In addition to our featured spoken word artist, open mic poets may sign up to read. If you've never been to a Poetry Slam, this is the competitive art of Poetry performance. Poet will have three minutes to recite one original poem, and the audience will hold up scorecard like the Olympics to determine the winners. $200 is on the line for first place and $50 goes to second place. We will also be accompanied by DJ Jimmy Jimmy who always brings the vibes.

Join us for an epic oetry party. $10 at the door. Free with Student ID.

Wednesday, May 27, 7:30-9:30pm

1126 14th Street
Downtown Modesto

05/22/2026

Modesto Artists Movement presents ART NIGHT at Queen Bean, 6:00-9:00 PM. Featuring trauma-informed art making facilitator, Amy Bultena . Event will be held inside the restaurant.

Ticket link in bio and below.
Free- Reserve your seat today!
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Give your mind and body a moment of calm through an art-for-wellness project designed to reduce stress and support grounding. This guided session uses repeated shapes, patterns, and color to help quiet the nervous system and invite focus and ease. Led by a certified trauma-informed artmaking facilitator. No art “talent” or experience required; anyone and everyone can fully participate.

Ages 16+.
(BYO coloring tools encouraged)

Thursday, May 28
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Free event
Queen Bean 1126 14th St
Downtown Modesto



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-Build community
-Celebrate people
-Elevate art

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05/21/2026

POETRY NIGHT
JUNE 10

Please join us in welcoming Kat as the new Poetry Night lead! We appreciate her stepping up to help out with the show.

Hosted by Sam and Ryan
Haiku Battle Theme: Summer Heat
Open Mic Poetry: Any Theme
Win $100 and a handcrafted trophy for each event!

You’ll see Kat welcome you at the entrance, so here’s a little introduction:

A few fun facts about me: I’ve been writing poetry since the 3rd grade, and I’ve lived in Modesto for most of my life. Most importantly, I am deeply passionate about helping make Modesto a welcoming and inspiring home for artists of all kinds.

Thank you all for the warm welcome, I can’t wait to connect with you at Poetry Night and many other MAM events to come!

We appreciate volunteers and the many hands it takes to put these shows on. Hope to see you here!

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Only $10
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-Build community
-Celebrate people
-Elevate art

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

Cult Classics and Coffee
BATTLE ROYALE NIGHT (2000)
Friday, June 12 @ 7:00 PM
Queen Bean - Downtown Modesto

Free Tickets
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OUTDOOR MOVIE SCREENING
FOOD
DRINKS (alcohol and non)
COMMUNITY!!!

Thanks to our sponsor, for supporting these community events!

www.modestoartistsmovement.org
-Build community
-Celebrate people
-Elevate art

05/17/2026

BIRDSNEST and PORCHFEST today!
Swing by The Birdsnest on College/Orangeburg today between 9-3:00 and check out the vintage collectibles and plants!

Tons of vendors outside and inside for a fun day of shopping. Hope to see you here!

05/14/2026

Write Night is such an incredible and simple night and one of the very first events we ever coordinated as the Modesto Artists Movement. This is a small but mighty group of individuals looking to create and connect, to write and to reflect. This type of event is never about the numbers and more about the impact.

We believe that writing saves lives and we believe that art can transform a community, and by sharing our work and our words, we are building something great together.

Last night was a testament to the fact that "a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has" (Margaret Mead).

Shout out to the for hosting this gathering and to the writers, new and seasoned, for their incredible vulnerability, creativity, and courage to share.



— Margaret Mead

05/13/2026

Looking for a free community creative writing workshop? Join us tonight at Queen Bean from 6–9 PM for WRITE NIGHT — a chill evening to write, share, reflect, and connect with fellow creatives.

Tonight’s theme will explore metaphors and this essential writing concept: “The bigger the issue, the smaller you write.”

Whether you’re a seasoned writer, a journal keeper, songwriter, poet, student, or just creatively curious, come grab a latte and spend the evening creating with community.