Not averse to some free verse? Ready for some rhyme times? Macomb Community College holds its 2010 Poetry Festival at both Center and South Campuses.
Featuring noted poets M.L. Liebler (of St. Clair Shores), James Reese, Peter Lewis – as well as the works of Macomb students and faculty — the Day of Poetry includes readings and music on Macomb 's South and Center campuses.
The day begins with a 2-4 p.m. program at the John Dimitry Student Center, P Building, Skylight Café, on Center Campus in Clinton Township. Students will get a chance to share their work on the open mic.
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Macomb County poets Michael Dec and John Jeffire will present some of their works, followed by readings from Reese and a presentation by Liebler, Lewis & the Whistlin' Pigs Poetry Band.
The day continues with a 6-8 p.m. program at the Max Thompson Learning Center, J Building, Room 341, on South Campus in Warren, opening and closing with more open mic opportunities. The same poets will again offer readings, as will Cheri L.R. Taylor, a member of the MCC faculty.
