I'm one of the folks who has been working on this project for months, thrilled to see it finally publicly announced - introducing the first ever Chicago Poet Laureate, avery r young! Look for lots of amazing poetry opportunities with avery r young in 2023-24!
https://chicago.suntimes.com/entertainment-and-culture/2023/4/24/23693586/avery-r-young-named-chicago-poet-laureate
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Chicago! Meet your inaugural Poet Laureate, avery r. young! Learn more at http://www.Chicago.gov/PoetLaureate including details on his public appearance at @chipublib's #PoetryFest this Saturday!
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Chicago is getting our own Poet Laureate! I've been involved in the planning of this project over the last few months - very cool to see it come to fruition! 👇
CPL is excited to be supporting the launch of the city’s #ChicagoPoetLaureate program – celebrating poetry’s rich history in the city and honoring Chicago’s working artists. Until Jan. 18, nominate your favorite poet! Http://Bit.ly/chicagopoet Learn more http://Chicago.gov/PoetLaureate
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We’re excited to be supporting the launch of the city’s #ChicagoPoetLaureate program – celebrating poetry’s rich history in the city and honoring Chicago’s working artists. Until Jan. 18, nominate your favorite poet! http://Bit.ly/chicagopoet Learn more http://Chicago.gov/PoetLaureate