Open Mic nights are returning this fall from 7 to 9 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month at Blue Ridge Books on Main Street in Waynesville. The October-to-May series is hosted by local musician and songwriter, Chris Minick, and sponsored by The Haywood County Arts Council and the Music and Poetry Lover’s Network. The new season begins Thursday, Oct. 6, and runs through May 3.

Open Mic nights are free and open to the public. Attendees will have the opportunity to make a donation to benefit the Arts Council’s JAM (Junior Appalachian Musicians) after school program. Participants may begin signing up for sets at 6:45 p.m.

828.452.0593 or 828.456.6000.