Poetry is alive and well at the Ridgefield Library, especially during National
Poetry Month in April. In addition to
our monthly poetry discussion group, under the direction of poet and retired professor
Dr. Alan Holder, we have several special events planned to delight all who
appreciate a good verse.
On April 21st at 2:00 PM, the Ridgefield Folk concert series takes on a
poetic twist, when Liz Queler and Seth Farber present “The Edna Project,” the poetry of Edna St. Vincent Millay set
to music. This is an eclectic, imaginative collection of 21 songs
spanning folk, bluegrass, rock and jazz, enhanced by projected photos of
the celebrated poet. This concert will take place at The Aldrich Contemporary
Art Museum.
Also on the 21st, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, The Friends of the
Ridgefield Library are sponsoring “Poetry Live and In Person,” a fundraiser for
the Library which also honors years of service by poet and Friends’ president
Ann Jepson. Broadway actress Barbara
Dana (“The Belle of Amherst”) will be on hand with some of her signature
readings of Emily Dickinson, and attendees are encouraged to share their own
favorite poetry if they wish. Ticket information is available at www.ridgefieldlibrary.org.
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