09/14/2026
This Week at The Z!
The Word: An Open Mic Event
The Word welcomes diverse voices and fans of poetry, spoken word, and all forms of storytelling. Share a poem, read a story, or even tell a joke. Take the stage and share your new work-or an old favorite- in a comfortable, laid-back, and encouraging atmosphere.
📅: Thursday, Sept. 17th @ 7:30pm
🔗:https://thez.org/event/open-mic-the-word-2/
A Normal Day Divine: Chloe Youtsey
LIVE AT THE Z MUSIC SERIES
Chocolate, art, music, and wine make a normal day divine! Jazz-adjacent singersongwriter Chloe Youtsey (Veer Magazine Awards Best Jazz 2026) hosts a collaborative social event culminating in a full length concert debuting new music on the main stage. To begin the night, blazing comet jazz vocalist, Kristiana Jones, performs an intimate acoustic set with guitarist David Speckhart in the main lobby. Sample specially curated Virginia rosé and red wine paired with chocolate courtesy of Kiera Hill, sommelier and owner of Vino Culture. Finally, Gerome Meminger, visual performance artist, joins the band on the mainstage for a real-time synesthesia inspired impressionist painting.
📅: Saturday, Sept. 19th @ 6pm
🔗: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-normal-day-divine-tickets-1993540895483?aff=oddtdtcreator%C2%A0
