The featured reader for February will be poet, Larry Felson, who is based in Fort Bragg. He previously lived in Oakland, Berkeley, and San Francisco, where he was a high school teacher and social justice activist. His poetry collections include Dawn Out of Order (2022) and Salt and Sugar (2004). He was also one of five authors featured in Five on the Western Edge (1977). Larry serves as a member of the Mendocino County Poet Laureate Program Founding Committee.

Writers Read has been happening in Ukiah since 1999, and occurs on the last Thursday of almost every month. The program focuses on poetry, spoken word, short stories, song, and expository prose. The evening begins with a featured reader and then is followed by an hour of open mic starting around 8:00. Check back soon for information about the featured reader for February.

There is no admission fee but donations are warmly welcome.