Join us for an unforgettable evening as we pay tribute to the incredible legacy of Lucille Clifton, Maryland's former Poet Laureate. This special event, titled "An Evening to Honor the Legacy of Lucille Clifton," will be held at the Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center in Saint Marys City. 

Prominent poets Martin Espada and John Murillo will be gracing us with their presence, captivating the audience with readings from their remarkable works. We are thrilled to announce that John Murillo will be receiving the prestigious 2024 Lucille Clifton Legacy Award during the event. 

The evening will be hosted by Professor Karen Leona Anderson, director of the VOICES Reading Series, who will lead an engaging conversation with the poets. President Tuajuanda C. Jordan will also be in attendance to present the award. 

Before the main event, there will be a reception and book signing in the Dodge Performing Arts Center lobby, starting at 6:00 p.m. It's a wonderful opportunity to meet the poets, get your books signed, and mingle with fellow poetry enthusiasts. 

Martin Espada, a renowned poet, editor, essayist, and translator, will be sharing selections from his latest book, "Floaters," which recently won the 2021 National Book Award. His other notable works include "Vivas to Those Who Have Failed" and "The Trouble Ball." Espada's immense talent has garnered him numerous awards and fellowships, including the Ruth Lilly Poetry Prize and the Guggenheim Fellowship.

John Murillo, author of the critically acclaimed poetry collections "Up Jump the Boogie" and "Kontemporary Amerikan Poetry," will also captivate the audience with his powerful words. His work has been recognized with awards such as the Kingsley Tufts Poetry Award and the Four Quartets Prize.

This event is free of charge and open to the public, offering a unique opportunity to celebrate the transformative power of poetry and honor the legacy of Lucille Clifton. Mark your calendars for February 29, 2024, and join us at the Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center for an extraordinary evening that will leave a lasting impression.

Camden County

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Saint Marys

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