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Photos from the Poet Laureate Reception

Thanks to Board member Ann Williams Bailey, we have some lovely photos from this summer’s reception at the McHenry Museum celebrating outgoing Modesto Poet Laureate Gillian Wegener. It was a lovely and well-attended party with poetry, testimonials, and a nice spread of snacks. Thank you to all to contributed and attended, and a special thanks …

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Don’t Forget–U.S. Poet Laureate at the Carnegie Tomorrow!

United States Poet Laureate, Juan Felipe Herrera, is coming to the Carnegie Arts Center in Turlock, and we could not be more excited. Mr. Herrera will give a reading on Sunday, September 18 at 3:00 P.M. Seating is limited for the event, so please purchase your tickets soon. Individual tickets are $25 general, $20 for …

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Keep Up With MoSt on Social Media

Why, yes, we ARE on social media! For regular updates on our activities and notifications of events, please check us out on Twitter, Facebook, and Meetup. Twitter: @TheMostPoetry Facebook: facebook.com/ModestoStanislausPoetryCenter Meetup: Modesto-Stanislaus Poetry Center Meetup

Time to Renew your MoSt Membership!

Don’t forget to renew your MoSt membership or to become a member for the first time! Members receive a few handy benefits like complimentary copies of MoSt publications, a discount to our annual festival, and a presale option to a big event coming up in the fall. Most of all, your membership fee helps MoSt …

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2016-2018 Poet Laureate Application Available

Calling all Modesto poets! The City of Modesto is accepting applications and nominations for the Poet Laureate. This is a non-salaried honorary position for the purpose of presenting original poems at various official functions and occasions. For more information and the application form, visit the City of Modesto website. May 27th is the application deadline.