Authors Discuss Poetry, Genre, Creative Life in Whanganui

Several poetry-related events and activities are taking place that highlight the vibrancy of the poetry community. In Whanganui, New Zealand, authors Airini Beautrais and Louise Wallace will hold a unique conversational event discussing poetry and their experiences as writers and parents, emphasizing the creative community in smaller cities and encouraging poetry as a form of expression. Meanwhile, in Illinois, the Society of Classical Poets plans an in-person symposium featuring poetry readings and presentations on classical poetry’s history and future, fostering engagement with traditional poetic forms. Ohio’s Cleveland Public Library is hosting a poetry exhibition and an open mic event celebrating modern Ohio poetics, inviting the public to participate and experience innovative uses of language and sound. These events collectively showcase the diverse ways poetry is celebrated and promoted across different regions and styles, from classical to contemporary and community-focused approaches.