- Registration is required for this event.
- Registration will close on April 28, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Program Description
Event Details
Join us outdoors for Poetry on the Plaza and have the opportunity to recite your very own poem to celebrate National Poetry Month. Community poetry recitations will be preceded by an introduction and reading from keynote speaker TBA.
Registration is required only for participants who wish to recite their poems, all others are free to attend and enjoy the poetry and keynote presentation without registering.
There are 12 registration spots. Each spot reserves a reading time lasting 5 minutes. The first community reading will begin at 6 p.m., following our keynote speaker.
Please note, if we have extra time at the end, we will invite anyone registered on the waitlist to read their poetry. So feel free to register even if all 12 initial spots are filled! In years past, we have had extra time at the end for more community participation.
There is limited seating outdoors. Feel free to bring a blanket to sit on the grassy areas of our Plaza. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be held in room 311A.
ABOUT OUR FEATURED SPEAKER: TBA
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation to attend a program at any KCPL facility should contact the ADA Coordinator at least 48 hours prior to the event. Phone: 304-343-4646 ext. 1242 or 1268 Email: facilities@kanawhalibrary.org
Main Library Patrons with strollers, wheelchairs, or other wheeled devices will find it easier to use the Jacobson Tower entrance on Quarrier Street or the Skybridge entrance via Summers Street Garage.
Inclement Weather
All programs are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
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