Please join us for an evening of readings by local authors Don Gayton, Doug Paton, Evan Parrott, Angela Douglas, Faye Arcand and Isobel Rondeau. These writers will be doing short readings from their books followed by a Question & Answer period.

Kick off Ryga Arts Festival with an evening of powerful words and local voices. Featuring a diverse lineup of regional poets, storytellers, spoken word artists, and writers, Outspoken! celebrates the art of live storytelling in all its forms. Thought-provoking, heartfelt, and often surprising, this welcoming evening invites audiences to experience the creativity, talent, and unique perspectives found right here in our own communities.  Come early at 5:00pm to enjoy Mike's food truck before the entertainment starts at 6pm.