Words Out Loud will be giving all entry donations from January’s edition to the state bushfire appeal.

There is a number of appeals and a growing list of events supporting the fire fight and recovery efforts, with hot months ahead, so if you can spare some cash, please find the right fit for you to contribute.

Here are the details of the event:

Date: Thursday January 23

Time: doors open about 6.30pm, words from 7pm

Venue: the Printers Room, in the basement of Sebastiaans at the corner of Mair and Lydiard streets, Ballarat. Enter from Mair.

Performances: Sign up on the night – a maximum of 5 minutes each.

Eat and drink: The full menu is available, as well as a $20 two-course meal deal, with bar service.

Cost: Free, with a gold coin donation appreciated.