Stella Beratlis

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The Letter: Writing Resistance in Epistolary Poems

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Please check our Events for details on this free poetry workshop scheduled for September 19, 2020 at 1:00 pm.

Meter Maids to read at Second Tuesday Reading Sep 8

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Please check our Events page for the September 8 Second Tuesday Poetry Reading featuring the METER MAIDS.

7th Annual MoSt Benefit

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Support poetry in Stanislaus County and buy a ticket to our annual fundraiser. Only $20; purchase online or at the door.

Aileen Jaffa Young Poets Contest

Co-sponsored by MoSt (Modesto Stanislaus Poetry Center) and the National League of American Penwomen (NLAPW), Modesto chapter. Read the complete rules and download the entry form HERE. This contest is offered as a means of encouraging young writers throughout Stanislaus County and as a way to remember poet Aileen Jaffa, the founding President of the …

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Applications open for City of Modesto poet laureate position

The current poet laureate term will expire July 1st.  If you would like to apply to be poet laureate for the City of Modesto or know someone who would be a great choice, please check the information at the City of Modesto Poet Laureate page.