Springing Into Verse: The First Rhyme ‘N Chatt Day In Chattanooga

WUTC | By Ray Bassett

Published April 14, 2025 at 11:16 PM EDT

(Aired Tues 4/08/25)

Here in Chattanooga, Rhyme ‘N Chatt is a community of poets and spoken word artists that describes itself as - quote - “a poetic family,” hosting open mic sessions free for the public.

In time for this National Poetry Month, Rhyme N’ Chatt Day is this weekend in this city.

Marsha Mills is executive director of Rhyme ‘N Chatt.

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