Palatine Library to Celebrate National Poetry Month

From the Palatine Library: Palatine Library invites you to enter its’ eighth annual poetry contest! Aspiring writers of all ages may submit their best original piece from Wednesday, March 15 through Saturday, April 15. Work by Palatine Library District residents will be considered for the Nancy J. Heggem Poetry Awards; work by nonresidents will be considered for Palatine Library’s Write-On Awards. The winning poems for each category earn cash prizes. Nancy Heggem, a local poet and former Library Board member, judges and donates the prizes for the award named in her honor. Prizes for the nonresident category are judged by poets Kate Hutchinson and Terry Loncaric, and provided by the Library.

Contest guidelines and entry forms are available beginning Wednesday, March 1. Complete an entry form with submission and deliver to staff at any District location, or online here. Entries will be displayed in the Main Library.

Winners will be announced at a special Poetry Fest on Saturday, May 6, from 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. The celebration includes light refreshments, prize drawings, a supportive audience, and a family-friendly open mic. To reserve your seat at the event, sign up online or call 847-358-5881, x132. Register for the Open Mic in person at Poetry Fest from 2:00 – 2:30 p.m. All ages are welcome to attend.

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