# Event Details - **Event Name**: "Verses in Bloom" A Night of Ekphrastic Poetry - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for an evening of poetry inspired by "Pearls Remember" ExhibitionAbout this EventYou're Invited to a Night of Poetry at Chopsticks Alley Gallery, inspired by the exhibition "Pearls Remember."Join us for an evening of spoken word as poets Edward Jonathans, Lorenz Dumuk, and Tryshna Malonzo share original works inspired by artworks created by Filipino Artist Charlene Tan.Let their words guide you through a lyrical journey of color, culture, and connection within the serene setting of our current exhibition.Exhibition on view: "Pearls Remember" featuring artist Charlene Tan.Across the ocean, memory gathers slowly. Pressed by time, shaped by care, they become pearls.This exhibition explores memory, migration, and the quiet labor of cultural continuity. Interwoven between the Philippines and the United States.This event is free and open to the public. All are welcome to experience the intersection of visual art and poetry.Poetry Programming starts at 7pmGallery Opens from 1-9pm for South First Friday ArtwalkChopsticks Alley Art Gallery38 S. 2nd Street, San Jose, CA 95113ChopsticksAlleyArt.orgGallery Hours:Fri 1 – 6 pm | First Fri 1 – 9 pmSat 12 – 4 pmGuided Tours Available by AppointmentFunded in part by:Applied Materials FoundationMakahakama FoundationPackard FoundationApplied Materials FoundationPackard FoundationSilicon Valley Community FoundationSVCREATES, in partnership with the County of Santa ClaraParking: Street parking or paid parking across the street from the location.90 minutes free parking in City Parking lots.Info: https://parksj.org/ https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/0cfc1860-a5a9-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w592-h740-dcd8d8d8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-jose/verses-in-bloom-a-night-of-ekphrastic-poetry/100001992392527684 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, exhibitions, first-friday, it, spoken-word - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Chopsticks Alley Art Gallery at Open San Jose - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: San Jose - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Chopsticks Alley Art Gallery at Open San Jose - **lat**: 37.3358311 - **long**: -121.8885461 - **full address**: Chopsticks Alley Art Gallery at Open San Jose, 38 S. 2nd Street, San Jose, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: "Verses in Bloom" A Night of Ekphrastic Poetry - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/9102c78cc351fc3314a0b586683a44e811d5a73b08e2e56dbc377670464fe79b-rimg-w836-h508-dcdbd8d9-gmir.jpg?v=1783357719 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is "Verses in Bloom" A Night of Ekphrastic Poetry being held? - **A:** "Verses in Bloom" A Night of Ekphrastic Poetry takes place on Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Chopsticks Alley Art Gallery at Open San Jose, 38 S. 2nd Street, San Jose, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing "Verses in Bloom" A Night of Ekphrastic Poetry? - **A:** "Verses in Bloom" A Night of Ekphrastic Poetry is organized by CHOPSTICKS ALLEY ART. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** "Verses in Bloom" A Night of Ekphrastic Poetry is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in San Jose, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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