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Acclaimed Poet Richard Blanco to Read in Westwood, Thurs., February 22
Richard Blanco reads his poetry in Spanish and English speaks on his growing up in Miami as a Cuban-American immigrant—free,open to public.
The Westwood Public Library presents a Children’s Poetry Festival at the Westwood Public Library February 20-22. Adults are also invited to the Richard Blanco headliner event on Thursday February 22, 1:30 PM
Intended for students grades two through five, the small group festival events include a poetry mini-workshop with poet Nancy Tupper Ling, a session on writing lyrics for music with featured guitarist Sam Schmitz, arts and crafts and a poetry story hour. On Thursday February 22, acclaimed poet Richard Blanco will read his children’s poetry book, One Today, illustrated by Dav Pilkey, and a selection of other poems in English and Spanish. Blanco’s presentation will also include stories of his Miami childhood and a Q & A session. His books will be available for purchase and author signing.
All events are free and open to the public. The library is located at 660 High Street, Westwood. Register for separate events in the Children’s Poetry Festival at https://westwoodlibrary.libcal.com/calendar or call the Westwood Library, (781) 326-7562.