HPC and Writers & Books present “A Poetry Festival–Poetry in the Bowl.” Immerse yourself in poetry in Rochester’s incomparable outdoor amphitheater! Bring a blanket or lawn chair, then settle in and absorb lyrics soaring in open air. Stay to meet the poets and have your books signed. Wednesday, June 12: Lu Highsmith Trio, Tyler Barton; Thursday, June 13: Jessica Cuello, Chen Chen; Friday, June 14: Albert Abonado, Cornelius Eady with Bernie Heveron. (Each event from 6:00-8:00.) ASL interpreted; Ampersand Books on site. (Rain Venue: Asbury First United Methodist Church, 1050 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14607.) Co-sponsored by HPC; supporting sponsor Dyer Arts Center, National Technical Institute for the Deaf. RESERVE YOUR TICKETS: NTID.https://wab.org/poetry-in-the-highland-park-bowl/