Stella Beratlis
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Feb 29
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 …
Jan 30
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.
Jan 30
City of Modesto Poets’ Corner Contest for 2020
The Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods Department and the City of Modesto’s Poets’ Corner Committee are pleased to offer an Annual Poets’ Corner Contest. The contest is open to all Stanislaus County residents and offers two categories for poetry entries: Any kind of poetry on any subject, rhymed or unrhymed. Free verse and form welcome. Group …
Feb 19
City of Modesto Poets’ Corner Contest
The Community & Economic Development Department and the City of Modesto’s Poets’ Corner Committee announce the Annual Poets’ Corner Contest. The submission period for this contest ends on March 8, 2019. Entries must be postmarked by Friday, March 8, 2019. Electronic entries must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Friday, March 8, 2019. Winners will be …
Oct 18
Words Have No Borders: A Night of Poetry & Fire
You’re invited to burn it all down to a pile of ashes (figuratively) so we can start all over again. Please join Modesto poet laureate Stella Beratlis, Shanyn Avila, and Tom Portwood us for a night of poetry & community & friendship. Featuring guests Manny Moreno, Lillian Vallee, members of the Hmong American Writers’ Circle, …