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Wordkeepers features writers reading their latest works in five-minute open microphone time slots. Refreshments are provided. Writers interested in reading from their work should email Chris Arvidson at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to secure their first-come, first-served spot on the bill, and to receive guidelines for reading. Wordkeepers was created by local writers Chris Arvidson, Julie Townsend and Scot Pope who have also released a book “Mountain Memoirs: An Ashe County Anthology” which features many Wordkeepers regulars. At 3:00 p.m., prior to the 4:00 p.m. readings, musicians Henry Doss and Scot Pope will play their original music at the Arts Center. Wordkeepers is free and open to the public.