Poets Live! Sponsored by Jersey Shore Poets in Celebration of National Poetry Month
Featured Poets:
James C Ellerbe
From gracing BET's Buy the Book to performing at the legendary Apollo, James C. Ellerbe electrifies audiences and brings poetry to life across multiple platforms. His creative range spans from his debut collection ‘Beyond the Event Horizon’ to his spoken word album ‘Pulsar’, while his dedication to nurturing new talent shines through his writing workshops and innovative platform NJPoetryEvents.com.
Ameerah Shabazz-Bilal
Award-winning Newark native Ameerah Shabazz-Bilal crafts poetry that transcends borders, from Nigeria to the Dodge Poetry Festival to Havana’s El Jelengue Hall. A multifaceted artist and author of ‘Breathing through Concrete’, she combines visual arts with verse while fostering community and amplifying diverse voices through her anthology work and acclaimed international platform ‘When Women Speak.’
With readings by the Jersey Shore Poets and an Open Mic session. Sign up sheet provided the day of the event.
Jersey Shore Poets is a poetry writing group that meets once a month. Their purpose is to provide a supportive environment for working poets in the Monmouth County area through the appreciation of poetry through local readings and instructional events.
IN PERSON AT THE EASTERN BRANCH
THEME: Celebration of National Poetry / Open Mic / Features
HOST: Jersey Shore Poets
FEATURES: Ameerah Shabazz-Bilal & James C Ellerbe
PRICE: FREE / Register - https://monmouthcountylib.libcal.com/event/13719734
CONTACT: jerseyshorepoets@gmail.com / FB - Jersey Shore Poets
