March 2023 Poem: Letter to Madeline
This poem by Danae Younge is a reflection on the intricacies of childhood friendships, jealousy and shaping an identity.
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February 2023 Poem: Black Tidal Waves on the Frontline
This poem by Dasan Ahanu explores social injustice and survival and the strength, yet hardship it creates.
My Poetic Summer Vacation
Much like dessert, sometimes the best things come later in life.
May Poem: Forgetting Age by Paul Jones
In this dreamy piece, noted poet Paul Jones reflects on how memory changes as one grows older.
April Poem: Love Letter to Grass
In this poem, the author imagines a world where we live infinite, but different, lifetimes that collect within our souls.
How to Hygge in Raleigh
Savor the North Carolina winter — or a chilly spring day — the Dutch way these ideas to channel all the cozy vibes.
Red Clay & Jewels
Jaki Shelton Green, the ninth Poet Laureate of North Carolina, captures the beauty and cruelty of humanity her writing.
February Poem: Dots
In this poem, we are reminded that, while we may be individuals, our similarities far outweigh our differences.
Resolving to Practice
A poet pledges to write each day for 365 days, and finds that the exercise awakens a new creative energy.
November Poem: Quarantine Haircut
Greensboro poet Steve Cushman captures an unexpected, intimate moment in a time of isolation.
Never Forget How to Live Young
Originally shared at a poetry night at the Garner Performing Arts Center, this poem by Imani Horton, known as ImonyLowd, challenges us to live freely.
Poem of the Month: Beige Wall Telephone, 1960s
Originally published by Asheville-based poet Michael McFee in his 2017 collection We Were Once Here, this is a poignant and hopeful rumination on wonder and nostalgia that feels appropriate to the oncoming spring season.
Growing Our Own: An Onslow County Tradition
For this writer, from seed to stovetop, family and food are intertwined.
Slant of Light: Poetic Vignettes
Jaki Shelton Green’s poetic vignettes inspired by photographs of fall at the JC Raulston Arboretum by Juli Leonard.