The annual reading by Cave Canem Poets at City of Asylum has been a favorite event for Pittsburgh’s literary community since 2010.

Cave Canem is a home for the many voices of African American poetry and is committed to cultivating the artistic and professional growth of African American poets.

This year’s featured poets include Lyrae Van Clief-Stefanon, Evie Shockley, and Kevin Young.

A book signing with the poets will follow the reading.

Tom begins at 6:45 p.m., readings from 7:30 p.m.