Earth Day is Saturday April 22nd. Since April is also Poetry Month, what better way to talk about the allure of the world around us than through poetry? Ms. Ludwig writes: “There’s something about spring that lends itself well to … Continued
We confess – here at Ohrstrom, we love Poetry Month! Started in 1996, National Poetry Month celebrates the role of poets and poetry in our culture. Here at the library, we are doing our part to share the belief that … Continued
“A good poem is a contribution to reality. The world is never the same once a good poem has been added to it. A good poem helps to change the shape of the universe, helps to extend everyone’s knowledge of … Continued
On Monday, February 12th, Safia Elhillo will be giving a poetry workshop and reading at Ohrstrom Library – see our event listing for details. Safia is the author of The January Children and the recipient of fellowships from Cave Canem, … Continued
The poetry slam was a success – it was a beautiful evening on the terrace full of poetry, stories and songs – with back up vocals by resident warblers and frogs.
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