Madtown Poetry Open Mic / Featured Reader: Bethany Kanter

Art in the cafe...

Dottie and Josie Brand (Two Peas in a Pod)


"Summer Magic"


June 2026



We are self-taught artists who create work inspired by healing, nature, travel, and personal experiences. Growing up, art became a way for us to process emotions, express ourselves, and create spaces that felt meaningful and comforting. Our first “gallery” was our college apartment, which we transformed with our own artwork and nature-inspired design and the power of the feminine. Sharing our space and work with others encouraged us to continue creating and exploring art more seriously. Inspired by our Latin culture, color, emotion, and everyday moments, our work reflects themes of connection, growth,...
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Friday, February 5, 2016
8:00 pm

Bethany Kanter is a poet and artist from Fort Atkinson. She recently graduated from Carthage college with a degree in English literature, creative writing, and studio art. She works with the Friends of Lorine Niedecker documenting Lorine's marginalia and promoting Lorine Niedecker's work.

Sign-up 7pm to 8:30pm. Open Mic starts 8pm with featured reader, followed by Open Mic. Read up to 3 poems for a total of 5 minutes.

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