Category: Events

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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Coming Soon: Summer Poetry Workshops

MoSt is partnering with Stanislaus County library to bring you a series of four poetry workshops this summer at the downtown Modesto library branch. Workshops are free and open to the public. Check our events calendar for more information. Wed., June 15, 6-8pm — Gillian Wegener, Poetry of Place Sat., July 16 from 1-3 — …

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Save the Date! U.S. Poet Laureate Juan Felipe Herrera

Our current U.S. Poet Laureate, Juan Felipe Herrera, is returning to his home state of California and presenting at our very own Carnegie Arts Center in Turlock on Sept. 18! Thanks to the Carnegie and a generous grant from Prime Shine Foundation, MoSt Poetry is thrilled to provide you with this opportunity to meet an …

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Save the Date for our Annual Benefit!

MoSt Poetry Center’s annual benefit gala will take place on April 17th, 2-5 pm, at the Barkin’ Dog Grill in Modesto. Join us for a memorable afternoon of poetry, food, wine, music, and more–stay tuned for more information.  

Fourth Annual Modesto Poetry Festival & Contest

The Modesto-Stanislaus Poetry Center is proud to announce its 4th Annual Poetry Festival featuring workshops with special guests Troy Jollimore and Heather Altfeld, luncheon, and poetry contest. 9:30 am – 4 pm at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1528 Oakdale Road, Modesto. $30 for MoSt members; $35 for non-members. (Hint: you should join.) *Participants are encouraged …

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