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New Year Reflections with Birmingham’s Poet Laureate, Salaam Green
December 30 @ 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
Don’t miss this inspiring event celebrating healing, transformation, and new beginnings.
With breathtaking views of the Magic City as the backdrop, Birmingham’s Poet Laureate, Salaam Green, will guide us through an unforgettable evening of poetry.
🗓 Date: Monday, December 30, 2024
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Vulcan Park and Museum, Electra Room
🎟 Admission: Free (Seats are limited—reserve your spot at https://VPMpoetlaureateSalaamGreen.swell.gives)
Guests will enjoy light refreshments while experiencing the beauty of Salaam Green’s poetry set against the stunning Magic City skyline at twilight. With Vulcan, the iconic symbol of Birmingham, as a towering backdrop, this gathering promises to be both meaningful and memorable.
Sponsored by the Alabama Humanities Alliance and coordinated by the Literacy Council of Central Alabama, this event underscores the role of the arts in fostering community connection and advancing literacy. By featuring Salaam Green’s work, we hope to inspire attendees and demonstrate how poetry can empower individuals to read, write, speak English, and develop the skills needed for success.
“New Year Reflections” is the perfect way to celebrate the eve of New Year’s Eve with an enriching cultural experience, making your staycation (or visit) in Birmingham unforgettable.
We look forward to welcoming you!
For questions or additional details, contact Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Moreman at semoreman@literacy-council.org.
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