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Happy August All!•After a brief hiatus, our ILM Showcases have returned and we could not be more excited! The Third Thur...
08/02/2024

Happy August All!

After a brief hiatus, our ILM Showcases have returned and we could not be more excited! The Third Thursday, 8/15/24, will be stacked with local Wilmington talent from poets, to painters, to pickers. Catch performances by:horse
Jaden Moneyw.hale


And hosted by the incomparable
We can’t wait to see y’all there!

Doors will open at 6, and performances will start right at 7pm. PNP is a DRY SPACE. We are located on the corner of 12th and Chestnut, in the

Back at the S.W.A.C.•Next Friday, we’re excited to bring  to the SWAC stage in The B.O.!! Rio is kicking off our summer ...
06/05/2024

Back at the S.W.A.C.

Next Friday, we’re excited to bring to the SWAC stage in The B.O.!! Rio is kicking off our summer sunset sessions where we will have music, food, games, and more! Music will start at 4pm and run until 8pm, but feel free to swing by before and check out the spot!

1014 Orange St. Wilmington NC 28401

04/11/2024

Day 24
Potential and purpose

In the depths of our being lies a spark
A flame that flickers, waiting to ignite
A purpose, a potential, hidden in the dark
Yearning to shine bright, cutting through the night

We are born with a purpose, a reason to exist
A calling that drives us, a mission to fulfill
But often we stumble, lost in the mist
Unaware of the power within us, standing still

There is potential in each and every soul
A gift waiting to be unwrapped and shared
But fear and doubt can take their toll
Leaving us feeling lost, alone, and scared

But if we dare to believe in ourselves
And trust in the path that's meant for us
Our purpose will reveal itself
And our potential will be unleashed, without a fuss

So let us awaken to the truth within
And embrace the calling that beckons us forth
For in fulfilling our purpose, we begin
To realize the potential of our worth

Let us live each day with intention
And chase our dreams with relentless zeal
For in honoring our purpose and potential
We find the true meaning of a life well-lived.

04/10/2024

Day 23
Untitled

In the twilight of our love, the sun once gleamed
Its rays warm and golden, in our dreams it beamed
But as the night crept in, the light grew dim
And I felt a darkness within, a sense of grim

I tried to chase the fading light, to keep it near
But the sun dipped below the horizon, leaving fear
I watched as the shadows lengthened, the warmth wane
And I knew deep inside, our love was in pain

So I let the sun set, watched it disappear
And I felt a sadness, a deep-seated fear
For what once brought light, now left me in the dark
And I knew in my heart, our love had missed its mark

04/09/2024

Day 22
🥀

We were like a flower, blooming in the meadow
But now I see the petals wilt, the colors mellow
Our love once flourished, vibrant and bright
But now it's fading, losing its fight

I try to water the roots, to nourish the bloom
But the petals fall softly, like whispers of doom
The beauty that once graced the garden
Now fades away, leaving a hardened

I watch as the flower droops, losing its grace
And I know in my heart, we're losing our place
But still I hold on, hoping for a revival
That our love can be saved, that we'll find survival

04/08/2024

Day 21
💫

the beginning, we were a shining star in the night
But now I see the darkness slowly devouring the light
Our love was once a beacon, guiding us through the dark
But now it's fading, leaving us adrift and stark

I try to grasp onto the remnants of what we had
But the fragments slip through my fingers like sand
The passion that once fueled us now fades away
Leaving us empty, with nothing left to say

I watch as the star fades into the endless abyss
And I feel the void growing with each passing kiss
I hold onto hope, but it slips through my grasp
Leaving me alone, with memories of the past

We used to be a star, shining bright in the sky
But now I watch as the light slowly starts to die
Our love was once a flame, burning with intensity
But now it flickers weakly, fading into obscurity

I try to reignite the fire, to bring back the glow
But the embers are cold, and the warmth doesn't flow
The star that once guided us now falls from grace
Leaving us lost, with tears staining our face

04/07/2024

Day 20
🥀
In the garden of our love, a rose once bloomed
Its petals soft and sweet, its scent perfumed
But as time went by, the thorns grew sharp
And slowly, the rose began to lose its spark

I tried to hold on tight, to keep it alive
But the thorns pricked my fingers, made me cry
I watched as the petals wilted and fell
And I knew deep inside, our love was not well

So I let the rose go, watched it wither away
And I felt a sadness, a deep dismay
For what once was beautiful, now lay dead
And I knew in my heart, our love had fled

04/06/2024

Day 19
The road to..

The weight of the world, a heavy burden,
Crushes the spirit, the soul uncertain,
Of the path to take, the road to choose,
In the end, it's all just a ruse.

A step towards the edge of reason,
A plunge into the depths of treason,
Where good intentions fade away,
And darkness welcomes the lost stray.

The final act of defiance,
A silent scream in the silence,
Of a world that no longer understands,
The pain that leads to final demands.

Swing by the SWAC today as we launch a new stage with Blakk Liberation out of Charlotte!! The day kicks off at noon, wit...
04/06/2024

Swing by the SWAC today as we launch a new stage with Blakk Liberation out of Charlotte!! The day kicks off at noon, with the music starting up at 3! We have local artists TIM and The General joining as well! Bring your lawn chairs, it’s gonna be a beautiful day!

04/02/2024

Day 17
Untitled

In the depths of your heart, a flicker of light
Shines through the darkness, breaking through the night
I see the pain in your eyes, the weight on your soul
But know that in grace, you will find your role

Though the road may be rocky, the journey unclear
I'll walk by your side, wiping away every tear
Together we'll navigate the storms that may come
And emerge stronger, in the warmth of the sun

I long to see you happy, to see you at peace
To feel your heart soar, your troubles release
Trust in the power of grace, in its gentle embrace
And know that you are loved, in every single space

So hold onto hope, let grace light your way
In its loving arms, you will find strength to stay
And remember, my dear, you are never alone
For in making you happy, my heart has found home.

A Home For Your Poem•Every third Friday we are happy to host the Mics Wide Open Poetry Open Mic (yes we know we say the ...
04/01/2024

A Home For Your Poem

Every third Friday we are happy to host the Mics Wide Open Poetry Open Mic (yes we know we say the word open a lot). Hosted by the one from 7-9pm on the corner of 12th and Chestnut, in

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1202 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC
28401

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