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Why Poetry

“Why Poetry,” produced and hosted by Paul Lieber

Where poets read their works and talk about how their lives and poetry intersect.

It is on the first Sunday of the month at 4:30 PM. 

Guests have included Poet Laureates, National Book Award Winners and many known and lesser-known poets.

 

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