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Let's celebrate POETRY, language, literacy, unity and community in collaboration with City of Florence, AL and Florence Arts & Museums at Southall bldg (Kennedy Douglas Museums). Join us in meeting and fellowshipping with Shannon Milliman, Florence, AL's Inaugural Poet Laureate 2026-2028, As Florence’s Inaugural Poet Laureate, Shannon Milliman believes poetry belongs everywhere people live, work, and gather. Her work inspires curiosity, listening, joy of language and creating confidence that poetic expression is for all people. Hear her words; can she share with your group next?https://poetlaureateflorence.carrd.co/
Shannon's Poet Laureate 4 Pillar Platform
Words for Helpers and Healers
Poetry that brings strength, support and calm to the people who care for our community. Focused on Veterans, hospital teams, caregivers, counselors, hospice staff, first responders, pastoral support and support workers.
Words at Work
Poetry for the workplace for connection, creativity, emotional safety and humanity in workplaces. ERGs, lunch & learns, guest speaker, workshops for businesses, manufacturers, small shops, nonprofits, and city teams.
Poetry for Learners
Poetry experiences for students and lifelong learners in schools, retirement, youth groups and libraries. Helping all be lifelong learners exploring voice, story, and curiosity.
Poetry in the Wild
Poetry placed in meaningful public places throughout Florence to deepen community connection. Includes cemeteries, historic grounds, parks, the riverwalk, tourism sites, and arts spaces.
Please reach out, Shannon would love to bring language and poetry to you, your organization and any unexpected place near you! [email protected] (503)890-6193
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209 E Tuscaloosa St, Florence, AL 35630-4724, United States
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