In recognition of National Poetry Month, ARTSPEAKSgnv, Inc., presents “POETICA – AMERICA 250, 4th Annual BARD & Broadside: North Central Florida Poetry Festival” celebrating 250 Years of American Independence through poetry!

The poetry festival takes place in Gainesville at different venues from April 9th through April 26th. The month-long festival features poetry readings, book signings, creative writing workshops, youth poetry events, open mics, poetry slams, intergenerational storytelling activities, live music and more.

Visit ARTSPEAKSgnv‘s website for a complete schedule of events and locations. All events are free and open to the public.

Support for this program is provided in part by a Florida Humanities Book Festival Grant with funds from the Jacarlene Foundation. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Florida Humanities or the Jacarlene Foundation.