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Free Library of Philadelphia celebrates National Poetry Month with workshops, events, discussions and more

The Free Library of Philadelphia will celebrate National Poetry Month with events across the city. Getty Images April is National Poetry Month, and the Free Library of Philadelphia is offering a variety of events and programs to honor the power of poetry. …

Fully Completely and beyond: Verses Festival explores poetry, the Tragically Hip, and a dreamless dystopia

Breadcrumb Trail Links Entertainment Books Now in its 15th year, Verses is Canada’s largest spoken-word festival Published Apr 10, 2025  •  Last updated 47 minutes ago  •  3 minute read On April 15, Sheri-D Wilson will celebrate the launch of the second …

Book review: Why Taiwan’s legislators are prone to brawling

Strategic signaling behind seemingly chaotic parliamentary melees, authors find Parallels between Taiwan and Ukraine have been ubiquitous since Russia’s full-scale invasion of its neighbor in February 2023: small, vulnerable democracies in the shadow of …

What legal jargon taught this solicitor about translating literature

In a report on plain English in the law, the Victorian Law Reform Commission observed this about the language lawyers use: “Linguists regard it as an identifiably different dialect or class of language.” Estoppels, torts, voir dires and a profusion of …

Book Review | ‘Nobody’s Empire’ by Stuart Murdoch

Credit: CourtesyIt would be easy to spend a ton of time teasing out where writer/musician Stuart Murdoch ends from where the main character of his debut novel Nobody’s Empire, Stephen Rutherford, begins. Fans of B&S (that is, those who know enough …

Book Review: Sydney, Bean and the Missing Gloves

Sydney, Bean and the Missing Gloves by Janice E. Collins Genre: Children’s Picture Book ISBN: 9798891325081 Print Length: 34 pages Reviewed by Jaylynn Korrell Even the bravest of dogs can be scared sometimes. Just ask Sydney, a Labrador Retriever who, …

Book Review: Shadows of Tehran

Shadows of Tehran by Nick Berg Genre: Historical Fiction ISBN: 9798991971409 Print Length: 300 pages Reviewed by Lauren Hayataka Nick Berg’s Shadows of Tehran is a blistering account of survival, identity, and resistance against the tide of history.  …

KOLO 8 Book Club: National Poetry Month

Author releases children’s poetry anthology

By The Concord Insider - Apr 10, 2025 | 0 comments Warner-based poet and anthologist Matt Forrest Esenwine released a new anthology of children’s poetry at the start of the month. The book, titled A Universe of Rainbows: Multicolored Poems for a …

Book Review: Hortobiography

Klein probably should have been Britain's first female 'head gardener', but was never given the role as lead presenter on BBC TV's Gardeners' World, despite her expertise and popularity. After half a book describing the run-up to her …

Literature with a voice: Celebrating six years of the AutHer Awards

Climate change in children's literature under the spotlight in Worcester

THE ROLE of climate change in children’s story books is the topic under discussion at a free public talk in Worcester. Jean Webb, professor of international children’s literature at Worcester University, will deliver the talk titled ‘Environmental Havoc in …

Book review: Mother Tongue, Naima Brown

Naima Brown’s sophomore piece, Mother Tongue, follows the butterfly effect that plays out after young mother Brynn wakes from a coma suddenly speaking French. Her husband Eric –10 years her senior – becomes more conservative by the day, and her best friend …

Poetry SLAM! season to conclude April 17 with final event

BEMIDJI — Watermark's last Spoken Word Poetry SLAM! of the season will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 17, at Fozzie's Smokin' Bar-B-Q, 114 Third St. "A poetry slam is a competitive art event in which poets perform spoken word poetry …

Classical High School senior wins R.I. 'Poetry Out Loud' recitation contest

Providence, RI – A senior at Classical High School, Emmanuel Obisanya, was named the Rhode Island 2025 winner of the state's Poetry Out Loud Championship on March 8 at the Providence Public Library. He won with his stand-out recitation of the following …

People invited to Nature Tidings: An evening of literature and poetry

Hi-Line Arts Council event features Gretel Ehrlich and Robert Michael Pyle reading and discussion moderated by Havre poet Charles Finn, 6:00pm Friday, March 11th at Beaver Creek Perk From the Hi-Line Arts Council Two nationally acclaimed, best-selling, and …

Louisiana poets gather for National Poetry Month

The free, in-person event will be held in the first-floor Seminar Center of the State Library in Baton Rouge at noon on Thursday, April 17, 2025. The State Library of Louisiana is located at 701 North 4th Street. "This program has become a must-attend …

Flowers serve as symbols in literature

Spring is here, and with it comes the renewal and rebirth that flowers so beautifully represent. However, flowers aren’t just pretty things we see in the garden – they have long been a symbol of nature’s cycle to renew and transform. Even in literature, …

Mattie Fash wields witchcraft, poetry in self-discovery quest

For the average person, leaving the house in the morning is a simple and mundane task, but for Mattie Fash, a University graduate student, poet, trans woman and witch, this is a more powerful ritual. “I live right across the street from Crystal Lake Park, …

New Boston Chocolate Tour Starts in Boston This April: From Beacon Hill to Boston Public Market

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Off The Beaten Path Food Tours will be premiering a brand new Boston Chocolate Tour in late April 2025. Started by a local couple who loves delicious food in Boston, Off The Beaten …

No Label Brewing Co. Honored at VFW Post 9182 Awards Night at Cinco Ranch Golf Club for Service to the Katy Community

Recognized at VFW Post 9182’s Annual Awards Night, No Label Brewing was honored for its ongoing support of veterans, students, and the Katy community. KATY, TX, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- No Label Brewing Co. Honored at …

Tickets for Electrifying K-pop Group CIX’s THUNDER FEVER Tour On Sale Now

Get Your Tickets to the THUNDER FEVER Europe Tour / North America Tour NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tickets for CIX’s highly anticipated THUNDER FEVER tour across North America and Europe are officially …

LSG SKY CHEFS - AMERICAS WINS AIRLINE CATERER OF THE YEAR FOR NORTH AMERICA AT 2025 PAX INTERNATIONAL READERSHIP AWARDS

Airline Catering Company Wins for Third Consecutive Year IRVING, TX, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LSG Sky Chefs – Americas (Sky Chefs), the market leader in airline catering and culinary solutions, today announced it was …

Santa Barbara Culinary Experience Grand Wine Tasting

The Santa Barbara Culinary Experience- Grand Wine Tasting is back, May 17th. SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Santa Barbara Culinary Experience Returns May 12-18- Tickets now on sale for weeklong celebration …

Rare Nest Gallery Announces Book ‘Knobs of Paris’, Will Celebrate History of the French Capitol through Hardware

Rare Nest announces book "Knobs of Paris" - French capitol's hardware. knobs, knockers, pulls that form outdoor museum of history, design. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rare Nest Gallery of …

Legacy of Champions Powers the Spirit of the 2025 Knecht Cup Regatta

26th Annual Collegiate Rowing Championship Set for this Weekend on the Cooper River PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As more than 64 collegiate rowing programs and over 345 entries converge on the Cooper …

Zafir Rashid unveils $1.5B vision for Orlando destination

A new $1.5 billion master-planned district is taking shape in Orlando, led by developer Zafir Rashid. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new $1.5 billion master-planned district is taking shape in Orlando, led by …

Viva Las Vegas Weddings is ready for WWE Weekend with its new Love Smackdown Wedding Package

Get ready for the Greatest Wedding Event of All Time as Viva Las Vegas Weddings launches the “Love Smackdown” Wedding Package just in time for Wrestlemania 41. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Couples are The Main Event …

8 Surrogate Mothers Available NOW in the USA & Canada: No Wait List – Immediate Match Opportunities at Surrogacy4All

If you’re searching for a surrogate mother now—without waitlists or delays—Surrogacy4All offers immediate matching opportunities with women who ready now! NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 8 Surrogate Mothers …

OPIC Technologies, Inc. Enhances Travel Storytelling with 3D Livestreaming

OPIC’s 3D livestream tech lets travel influencers share adventures with depth, motion, and real-time presence for more immersive audience experiences. ORLANDO , FL, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OPIC Technologies, Inc., the leader …

Honoring 13 International Journalists Showcasing the Unique Culture and Charm of the American South

Travel South USA celebrates 13 global journalists whose storytelling has inspired millions to discover the heart of the Southern U.S. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Travel South USA proudly celebrates 13 …

'AWAJI EXPO ROAD' to Launch in April, Aims to Connect Awaji Island with Expo 2025

The inaugural event, "MobiWell Awaji", will be held on April 19th - 20th on Awaji Island AWAJI CITY, HYOGO PREFECTURE, JAPAN, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pasona Group Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Group CEO: Yasuyuki …

Illinois State University and United Planet Partner for Transformative Fair Trade & Human Rights Program in Nepal

ISU and United Planet partnered for an immersive Nepal trip focused on fair trade, human rights, and cultural learning. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- United Planet, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to …

Pasona Group, Tezuka Productions Announce New Character 'NEO Astro Boy' for Expo 2025 Pavilion

Special short movie to be screened, featuring Astro Boy reborn by the hands of BLACK JACK OSAKA, JAPAN, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pasona Group Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Group CEO: Yasuyuki Nambu) will exhibit a private …

Insider Perks Unveils AI-Powered Reservation Technology for Enhanced Guest Experiences at Campgrounds and RV Resorts

Innovative Chatbot "Campy" Now Offers Direct Reservation Capability, Empowering Guests to Instantly Book Campsites Using AI Vision CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Insider Perks, the leading innovator …

Mobisoft Infotech Launches Smart School Bus Tracking System to Elevate Safety, Compliance, and Operational Intelligence

Empowering Schools and Parents with Real-Time Tracking, CCTV Integration, and Automated Transport Operations PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobisoft Infotech, a global provider of smart mobility solutions, is pleased to …

K-Beauty Boom: Growing Interest in Korean Plastic Surgery Spurs Demand for Transparent, Verified Medical Platforms

South Korea sees rise in medical tourism; new platforms like INFLO boost safe, multilingual access to verified cosmetic clinics for global patients. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As global interest in K- …

The Couture Pattern Museum Reopens for Private Tours After Extensive Deck Renovations

The Couture Pattern Museum reopens for private, curator-led tours with couture artifacts, outdoor tea, and digital archive access. SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After a year of deck repairs due to …

Sweet Valley Ranch’s Dinosaur World Roars Back for Its 5th Season with the Fossils & Farm Friends Festival

North Carolina’s largest dinosaur attraction returns June 7th with new creatures, farm fun, and family adventures at Sweet Valley Ranch. FAYETTEVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sweet Valley Ranch is proud to …