Tag Archives: National Poetry Day

Poetry in Action

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

UNESCO has declared that Monday March 21, 2016 is World Poetry Day. To commemorate the event, more than 1,000 coffeehouses around the world will offer customers a chance to purchase the beverage of their choice with a poem. The video … Continue reading →

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Travel Better London (with poetry)

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Brian D. Butler

Transport For London (TFL) has partnered with London poets to encourage Tube riders to be respectful, courteous and mindful. The overarching goal of the project is to encourage what they call Poetiquette: Patience, Helpfulness, Courtesy and Awareness. Along with celebration … Continue reading →

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