Frights & Freestyles: Teen Open Mic Contest

An open mic at Woodson Regional on Friday afternoon, October 30, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, designed for teens 13 to 19 to try out music, spoken word, poetry, rap, or storytelling on a low-stakes stage. Performers can offer original work or share a favorite piece, and everyone who steps up gets Chicago Public Library swag, with one top act taking home a grand prize. Showing up in Halloween costume is encouraged but optional.