Samuel Hazo, founder and director of the International Poetry
Forum, Professor Emeritus at Duquesne University and the first State Poet of
Pennsylvania, received a grant to present a program entitled “Poetry and Public
Speech” in libraries and other venues throughout Allegheny County in 2013-2014.
Northland Library
is pleased to welcome this distinguished author of poetry, fiction, plays and
essays as he discusses the role of
memorable words in our lives and our recollections. Many events survive in our
memories like aging photographs; memorable words have a lasting legacy that
transcend time and place. You can be sure to hear both prose and poetry from
this gifted word master as he extols the lasting effects of poetic expression.
Reserve your seat at this free event by calling the adult
services desk at 412-366-8100, extension 113. You may also register online at
www.northlandlibrary.org.