Today is the last day of the 5th annual Poetry Gabriola Festival. It's been an inspiring weekend with lots of laughs and plenty of food for thought and I'm already looking forward to next year's event. Organizer Hilary Peach hit the nail on the head at the opening night ceremony when she said "I love living in a place with a population of only 4000 that supports and embraces a poetry festival." Indeed. The hall was packed to overflowing and there was a grin on every face. Today's photo is my well-worn copy of the program with cover painting by local artist Sheila Norgate. Thanks to Hilary and all the poets who gave us their time and their words.
8 comments:
Ah, poetry! One more of those things that I will do when I have more time :(
I like the serene feel about Gabriola that I get from your DP blog.... didn't imagine it would just 4000 people!
messed up on phrasing the first time around, so re-posted the comment :)
A poetry festival ... *bliss* ... I agree that your blog give such a wonderful sense of community.
What a treat, a poetry festival just wonderful.
Hi! Thanks for dropping by. At the top of your page you say that Gabriola is "The best place on earth to live." Looking at your photographs makes it easy to understand why you think so. Nice stuff,man. Nice stuff.
Was the poetry any good?
Well! I haven't heard poetry read aloud - other than on our National Public Radio - in I don't know when. I enjoy reading it but, like so many other modern people, I never think of seeking it out. So much the worse for me.
Sounds like you live in a wonderful community! I'm really enjoying your blog and can see why you were nominated for a Kreativ Blogger Award. Keep 'em coming!
OH! How wonderful, I wish I were there!
I went to the Dodge Poetry festival and the Springfed--but missed this one, unfortunately. Nice program.
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