Julia Paganelli Marín joins the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs on Thursday, June 18, 2026.

The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow is honored to present our June Poetluck, featuring poet and educator Julia Paganelli Marín.

Julia Paganelli Marín is a writer and educator based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and the creator of Bee Balm Arkansas, a community writing program in Northwest Arkansas founded in October 2022. They hold an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Arkansas and are the author of the chapbook Blush Less (Finishing Line Press, 2015). Their work has appeared in The Journal, Zone 3, Passages North, The Comstock Review, BOAAT Journal, and more.

Poetluck is a beloved community gathering that brings writers, readers, and literary enthusiasts together in a warm and welcoming environment. The evening begins with a potluck meal at 6:00 PM, followed by open mic readings at 6:30 PM. Guests are invited to bring a dish to share if they wish, though it is not required.

Writers of all genres and experience levels are encouraged to participate in the open mic and share poetry, prose, or works-in-progress. Readings are kept to 3 to 5 minutes so everyone has a chance to share. Poetluck offers a supportive space to connect, listen, and celebrate the written word in community.

This event is free and open to the public.

Interested in staying overnight at the Colony? Contact coordinator@writerscolony.org to inquire about suite availability.