National Poetry Month Contest Ends

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Adults, Seniors
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The Safety Harbor Public Library is celebrating National Poetry Month with a contest in memory of the late Roger Howard. Dr. Roger Howard was a member of Safety Harbor Writers & Poets for several years until his passing in 2018. To commemorate Roger's love of poetry, Roger's family has donated to host a yearly poetry contest.

This year's theme is Perseverance. Life has a way of throwing challenges at us on a regular basis. How we persist in doing something despite difficulties or challenges shapes who we are. Compose an original poem that reflects on how a person may persevere. One entry per person.

Contest runs from March 15 - April 14

Cash Prizes

First Place - $80

Second Place - $70

Third Place - $50

Winners will be determined by a panel of local poets and announced at the library's Poetry by the Pier event on Friday, April 22 at 6:00 pm at the Waterfront Park.

Submit your entry