Lexington Library to Host State Poet Laureate June 1

The Lexington Library will host SC Poet Laureate, Marjory Wentworth, for The Power of Poetry & Social Engagement.

WHEN Thursday, June 1, 2017, 6:30 – 7:30pm

WHERE Lexington Main Library

In time of trouble, poetry can console us and help us express our grief and outrage. Poetry’s ability to describe the indescribable, in both the personal and the public realm, can help heal deep wounds. Poets laureate, in particular, are required to speak up for their communities and describe a world we deeply want and need. Presented by Marjory Wentworth. For more information, call 803-785-2680.

Upcoming Event

Jon Tuttle

Jon W. Tuttle author of South Carolina Onstage

May 9, 2024, 5:30 PM

Join the South Carolina State Library's Center for the Book for our next Speaker at the Center Author Talk, featuring Jon W. Tuttle. He will discuss his book, South Carolina Onstage.