Poetry Open Mic Night
Scorpion Hearts Club's monthly Poetry Open Mic Night has become a favorite event for those in our community, and we welcome you to join us!
You are invited to bring a poem to share (under 5 minutes, please) or to just come sip a delicious beverage and listen to poetry.
Reading your own poetry can feel vulnerable, and we work hard to create a safe space for all those who desire to share with the group. One way we do this is by asking that participants respect one another in the following ways:
- Keep your reading to 5 minutes or less.
- If you read your poem earlier in the evening, please stay if you are able to show support for other poets.
- Snap for everyone. Snap! Snap! Snap!
Email info@scorpionheartsclub.com to guarantee a spot, or just show up.
This event is free.
Hosted by poet Nick West & Scorpion Hearts Club barista Dorian Steele.
Crochet 101 Workshop
Join us at Scorpion Hearts to learn how to crochet! This workshop is intended for beginners or anyone looking to brush up on their crochet skills.
All materials are provided along with expert instruction from the lovely JJ Crum (they/them) of Coffeepot Crochet.
The workshop is $ 15.00 per person, with limited tickets available.
Drag Bingo: A Fundraiser for GR LGBTQ+ Healthcare Consortium
Friday, September 26, 2025
7pm - 9pm
Scorpion Hearts Club
1035 Wealthy St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Join us for a fun evening to raise money for the GR LGBTQ+ Healthcare Consortium.
Your host, La Reine Divine, will lead us in several rounds of BINGO! Along with Katrina Tiki and Lavender Hazze, La Reine Divine will perform throughout the night.
Tickets are $ 12.00 per person, and all proceeds will go to the GR LGBTQ+ Healthcare Consortium. We expect this event to sell out, so we encourage you to buy your tickets in advance and bring cash to tip the queens!
We are a sober venue and our entire drink menu is available during the event (including plenty of non-caffeinated options).
Doors open at 6:30pm. Show starts at 7:00pm.
Please show your party’s purchase confirmation email at the door.
Disco Planter Craft Night
Come craft with us & make a disco mirror terracotta planter!
21+ event hosted by the Hot Glue Creux.
$ 25
All materials provided!
Disco Planters with the Hot Glue Creux
Looking to add some lively flair to your space? Join Hot Glue Creux at Scorpion Hearts Club for a fun and laid-back evening of crafting to make Disco Mirror Planters! You’ll get to mix and match from a variety of colorful and sliver mirrored disco tiles to create your own unique design. Whether you’re feeling bold and bright or cool and classic, this planter is perfect for turning any room into a party.
Each guest will take home a custom 3" terracotta clay pot with a matching drip tray as well as a special offer from Plant Shop!!
✨ When: Monday, September 22nd 6:30–8:30 PM
✨ Where: Scorpion Hearts Club, Grand Rapids
✨ 21+ Event
Ticket Policy: All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. However, if you are unable to attend, you may transfer your ticket to a friend. Please contact us in advance to arrange the transfer.
Collage Night
Join us at Scorpion Hearts Club for an evening of collaging together.
This event has appropriately been dubbed the Analog Collage Commune. We each page through the images in the many books provided and cut out what inspires us, moves us, or draws us in. Then we each create something new.
Host and art therapist Steven Edelman (more about Steven below) is so welcoming and happily provides guidance and support if you need it.
All materials are provided. You just gotta show up. You are also welcome to bring your own collage journal or supplies if you'd like.
This event is free to attend.
Scorpion Hearts Club is sober venue and our entire drink menu is available during the event (including plenty of non-caffeinated options).
Host Steven Edelman is a writer, artist, Expressive Arts Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Depth Arts Facilitator, and community arts teacher.
Poetry Workshop
ALL ARE WELCOME
Scorpion Hearts Club's monthly Poetry Workshop is designed to be approachable and meaningful for seasoned poets and newbies alike. With new writing prompts each month, our hosts provide a safe space to explore the world of writing your own poetry.
Bring a journal and pen (or device if that's your preference).
You are also welcome to bring and share a poem you are working on (optional) and receive kind-hearted feedback.
Hosted by poet Nick West and Scorpion Hearts Club barista, Dorian Steele.
This event is free of charge.
Crochet 101 Workshop
Join us at Scorpion Hearts to learn how to crochet! This workshop is intended for beginners or anyone looking to brush up on their crochet skills.
All materials are provided along with expert instruction from the lovely JJ Crum (they/them) of Coffeepot Crochet.
The workshop is $ 15.00 per person, with limited tickets available.
Poetry Open Mic
Scorpion Hearts Club's monthly Poetry Open Mic Night has become a favorite event for those in our community, and we welcome you to join us!
You are invited to bring a poem to share (under 5 minutes, please) or to just come sip a delicious beverage and listen to poetry.
Reading your own poetry can feel vulnerable, and we work hard to create a safe space for all those who desire to share with the group. One way we do this is by asking that participants respect one another in the following ways:
Keep your reading to 5 minutes or less.
If you read your poem earlier in the evening, please stay if you are able to show support for other poets.
Snap for everyone. Snap! Snap! Snap!
Email info@scorpionheartsclub.com to guarantee a spot, or just show up.
This event is free.
Hosted by poet Nick West & Scorpion Hearts Club barista Dorian Steele.
Poetry Open Mic
Open mic hosted by Nick West and Dorian Steele, open to all! email info@scorpionheartsclub.com to read, or just show up.
Crochet 101 Workshop
Learn the basics of crochet with friendly folks! All materials provided.
Live Music - Jerel Domer
Free live music at the cafe! Local artist Jerel Domer performs.
Collage Night
Everyone is welcome! Collage night with Steven Edelman, local art therapist. Materials provided, or bring your own! Free event.
Dungeons and Dragons Workshop
Join us in designing and creating your own character! As our host, Dallas, phrased it: “The game is Seinfeld, not Monopoly.”
Clay Earring Workshop
Learn how to make clay polymer charms with Eva Jeltema. Tickets are $18 each. All materials provided.
July Events
Community events at Scorpion Hearts Club - Free or low cost events for everyone: LGBTQ+ friendly.
Tell Me More Poetry Night
Local poet Nick West leads an open mic poetry night open to all ages and levels. Read your work in front of a supportive and friendly audience. Everyone is welcome.
Collage Night
Local Art Therapist Steven Edelman hosts our monthly Collage Night. Supplies are provided, everyone is welcome!
Spring Suncatcher Workshop
Local artist and maker Denise, from Socco leads a workshop in creating your own suncatcher.
Poetry Workshop
Local poet Nick West leads any level writers in a poetry writing prompt. Everyone is welcome.
Tell Me More Poetry Night
Local poet Nick West leads an open mic poetry night open to all ages and levels. Read your work in front of a supportive and friendly audience. Everyone is welcome.
Comedy Night
Hosted by Virginia Anzengruber, is our first quarterly edition of Scorpion Farts Club kicks off with headliner Sam Rager — a powerhouse Detroit-based comedian who just recorded her comedy special at the Independent Comedy Club — and blows her audiences away wither her laser-focused observational comedy and has already become a Scorpion Farts favorite, having performed for us last year.
A new twist on an old fave will help keep this show sustainable and financially viable for our comedians: $ 5 tickets! Text Virginia at 321-412-1209 for tickets TODAY!
Collage Night
Join us for a night of creativity! Collage night is hosted by local art therapist, Steven Edelman. Materials are provided, everyone is welcome!
Tell Me More Poetry Night
Join us for Tell Me More, a Poetry Open Mic night! 🎤 Let your words flow freely in a welcoming and supportive space. Express your deepest emotions, share your stories, and connect with fellow poetry enthusiasts. All are welcome to participate or simply enjoy the power of spoken word. See you there! Email lori@scorpionheartsclub.com if you want to sign up to read.
Barkin' Brunch
Join us on May 18 to celebrate all of the goodest boys and girls with burritos and coffee! We’ll be serving Basalt burritos and delicious coffee for humans, and pup cups for doggo friends.
Ticket sales benefit Bissel Pet Foundationl! When ordering, please choose your human food option, and whether or not your dog will be accompanying you. Fur pals are encouraged, but not required.
Click here for timed ticket purchases.
*please remember to only bring your friendliest dogs and humans*v
Collage Night
Join us for a fun and creative Collage Night event on May 15th at 7 PM. Unleash your artistic side as we provide the materials for you to create stunning collages. Limited spots available, no sign up needed!
Tell Me More Poetry Workshop
Want to get some advice or revisions on a piece of poetry? Come participate in the critique at our inaugural poetry workshop.
You'll trade poems with 2 other participants and take some time to read through each others work, then you'll reconvene and...
-1. Talk about the positives, what works or really makes the piece shine
-2. Discuss what might not have worked as well, and what has you asking questions in the piece.
-3. Share advice or ideas.
-Whether you want to get critiques or just hang out and work on a prompt please RSVP HERE.
Poetry Night
Read your poetry in a welcoming and supportive environment, getting snaps and cheers for having the guts to share. Hosted by the kindest hosts in GR! Everyone is welcome.
Collage Night
It’s been proven that collaging can save lives, so join us for a night of creating on March 20, from 5:30-7pm. Everyone is welcome, and supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own images to use too!