Poetry in Ocean, Author Panel + Open Reading @ Central Library, Oct. 14 Rescheduled

Padres beat the Mets! Padres/Dodgers fans will take over downtown areas surrounding the library and stadium.

From Central Library:

Dear Supporter of the Library,

As we celebrate the Padres going to the Division championship against our rival Los Angeles Dodgers, we recognize the logistical and personal challenges our guests would encounter by attempting to attend Poetry in Ocean which is happening at the same time and place for parking as the Padres’ game. Parking at the library and public transportation would be severely impacted by people, many from Los Angeles coming to attend the game. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. The new date will be published and emailed to all registrants ASAP. LET’S GO PADRES!

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Poetry in Ocean: A Celebration of the Sunset, Surf and Sea

The ocean inspires, connects, sustains us. Artists, poets, musicians, surfers… beach-goers the world over share a deep admiration and respect for the sea.

Famed muralist and conservationist Robert Wyland said, “The ocean stirs the heart, inspires the imagination, and brings eternal joy to the soul.”

Acclaimed author and spoken word artist Sarah Kay wrote, “There’s nothing more beautiful than the way the ocean refuses to stop kissing the shoreline, no matter how many times it’s sent away.”

And recently crowned eight-time world champion surfer Stephanie Gilmore explained, “What I love the most about surfing and the ocean is that it’s my first love. It’s the first thing I can remember being consumed by.” Gilmore said, “As long as I’m still surfing wherever I am, I’ll always be happy.”

Poetry in Ocean: A Celebration of the Sunset, Surf and Sea panel and open reading was born of the same gusto for sun and surf, San Diego style! The evening will start with a panel discussion led by lifelong surfer and executive editor of the San Diego Poetry Annual, Michael Klam. Panelists are surf journalist Scott Bass, classical pianist/surfer Jeeyoon Kim, poet/visual artist Ted Washington, and lifelong surfer, artist, author and contributing writer at The Surfer’s Journal, Cher Pendarvis.

Open mic follows the panel. All poets and writers of any genre are invited to share their take on the influence and inspiration they draw from the sea. Open mic readers will share one poem (or two short ones) or one piece of short prose each. Writers can sign up on the night of the show or preregister to read at sdpoetryannual@gmail.com.

The Friends of the San Diego Central Library will also be hosting a membership drive to support the library. Everyone who stops by their table will get an opportunity drawing ticket and be eligible to participate, no purchase necessary. Prizes include a Hank Warner custom surfboard, $100 dinner gift certificates to Bully’s East Prime Bistro Sports Bar (and ball caps and shirts from the resaurant), and assorted swag from Rocky’s Crown Pub.

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