Creative Colloquy lures readers and writers out of hiding, to connect and conspire. *Monday December 18, 6:30 - 9 p.m* at Shakabrah Java (2618 6th Ave) we're releasing Creative Colloquy Volume Nine just in time for Christmas! Our 9th annual print publication features short stories and poems penned by South Sound wordsmiths, paired with art crafted by Tacoma artists inspired by the story! *Please note, there will be no open mic this month. *It will be an evening to celebrate the anthology and connect. You can anticipate to hear a sampling of the stories within, writerly banter, *live music provided by Karen Miller* and a raffle! *Featured Readers Include:* Kenra Brewer, Shaun A. McMichael, Jonny Eberle, Emilie Rommel Shimkus Copies will be available for purchase for $20 a piece and we might have some other treats up our sleeves. Come celebrate these amazing storytellers with us! We'll also be hosting a little raffle just for fun! Tickets are $1 a piece and you have a chance to win cool prizes like a CC beanie & mug, or a $100 Gift Card for ASADO. Hope to see you there!