Neil Hilborn is a College National Poetry Slam champion and a 2011 graduate with honors from Macalester College. In 2013 his poem "OCD" went viral, garnering over twelve million views to date, making it the most-viewed slam poem ever. He has performed in 39 states and 4 countries, and he is the author of Our Numbered Days, out now on Button Poetry Press. Originally from Houston, Texas, he now lives in St Paul, Minnesota.

Opening for Neil will be Eve Williams, Megan Kemple, and Nathanael William Stolte

The reading will take place at the Lakeward Spirits event center inside of the Barrel Factory. Ample parking is available. Although this is an all ages event, there will be a cash bar available. $7 cash entry at the door. Merchandise will be available as well.