Howard County Youth Poet Laureate Announcement

Howard County Youth Poet Laureate Announcement

Date and Time

Sep 23, 2024 4:00 pm

Location

Columbia

6251 Mango Tree Rd, Columbia, Maryland, 21044

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Description:

Howard County Executive Ball, the Howard County Arts Council, and the Howard County Poetry and Literature Society (HoCoPoLitSo) invite you to attend the announcement and appointment of Howard County’s inaugural Youth Poet Laureate.

The Youth Poet Laureate, an honorary one-year position formally appointed by the County Executive, will act as an ambassador for literacy, arts, and youth expression. The Youth Poet Laureate will demonstrate a passion for poetry and its power to connect our communities through local public readings and participation in civic events.

This event is free and open to the public; however, registration is required to attend the event.

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