Discover Community Cafe Presents Get-Hype Open-Mic

Join us for Discover Community Cafe Presents: Get-Hype Open-Mic hosted by Oakland raised author and poet, J.R. Rice. Join us for this FREE EVENT at 3207 Louise Street Oakland, CA 94608 on Friday November 21st from 6 - 9pm for an open mic like no other.

Whether you're a poet, musician, comedian, or storyteller, here is your opportunity to share your work to the world. We will feature Oakland's Youth Poet Laureate, Cael Dueñas-Lara (@caelidl) performing a full poetry set. We will also have a Writer's Workshop with @tinovhjr of @theberkeleyslam. Don’t miss out on the most hype open mic around!

Get Hype Open Mic

3207 Louise Street

Oakland, CA 94608

Friday 11/21/25

Sign-ups: 6:30 - Until Full

Writer's Workshop: 6 - 6:45pm

FREE EVENT

🎤Cael Dueñas-Lara (@caelidl) is a Ninth grader and second-generation Mexican-American, born, raised and currently residing in the vibrant and diverse community of East Oakland. Cael is the 2025 Oakland Youth Poet Laureate and was a 2024 OYPL Finalist.

Open Mic Guidelines:

1. Each performer is allowed to perform 1-2 pieces (poems, songs, etc) but 7-8 mins max.

2. We will have a bluetooth speaker for backing tracks but be patient with the tech.

3. Keep your content somewhat appropriate for all ages

4. Please support the cafe with a purchase (or 2).

Learn more: discovercommunity.cafe & jrrice.com

Future Events:

- December 5th featuring KJ Focus

- December 19th featuring Imani Nubian