Often we forget that creative genius can come from anywhere, even our own backyards. Proof of that exists in our grade eight students. We were so impressed with the poetry that they produced, that we have made a display in the library to show off their amazing skills. Wait and watch because, with their permission, we will post some of their works here. I'm always proud of our students, but this has brought me close to bursting. Way to go guys! Keep writing! You are amazing!
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The CBC Poetry Prize is now open. The deadline to submit is May 31, 2017.
WHAT: Submit your original, unpublished poetry. WHEN:The competition runs from April 1 to May 31. WHO: All Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. HOW: While the competition is active, submit online by clicking the "submit" link or, if you wish to submit by mail, you can download the offline submission form. A fee of $25.00 (taxes included) for administration purposes is required for each entry. WHAT YOU CAN WIN: The winner receives $6,000 from the Canada Council for the Arts, have their poetry published in Air Canada enRoute magazine and will have the opportunity to attend a 10-day writing residency at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. Four finalists will receive $1,000 from the Canada Council for the Arts and have their poetry published on CBC Books. WHAT YOU CAN WRITE: You can write a poem or collection of poems, up to 600 words in length. There is no minimum word requirement. WANT SUPPORT? Subscribe to our CBC Poetry Prize newsletter and get writing tips in your inbox three times a week while the prize is open. The 2016 winner was Michael Fraser for "African Canadian in Union Blue." For more details or to submit your poem(s), go to, www.cbc.ca/books/2016/04/2016-cbc-poetry-prize-now-open.html And so it begins. Here lie the first words of the St. Michael's Library Volunteers blog. Student and librarian run, and supported, this serves as a forum for discussion, reviews and ideas. Anyone who loves books, literature, technology, crafts, socializing, not socializing, discussing, silence, blogging, creating or libraries is welcome to participate and become involved with our group. There is always a little something for everyone, regardless of what your areas of interest or expertise are.
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