Writers & Books and HPC co-sponsor “Poetry Festival 2025–Poetry in the Bowl.” Immerse yourself in poetry in Rochester’s incomparable outdoor amphitheater! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and settle in to absorb the lyrics of an exciting line-up of nationally renowned writers, beloved regional poets and power-house local musicians. Stay to meet the poets and have copies of your books signed. ASL interpreted; mobility-friendly. The festival runs three consecutive nights of live readings: Wednesday, June 11; Thursday, June 12 and Friday, June 13; 6:30-9:30. 
NY State Poet Laureate Patricia Spears Jones will headline on June 13. Over her 50+ year career as a poet, educator, and activist, Spears Jones has fostered a connection across generations to inspire serious discussions of social justice, environmental degradation, systemic oppression and cultural resistance. Additional poets include Ashna Ali, Geoffrey Babbitt, Ralph Black, Kathryn Cowles, Kathy Engel, Tokeya Graham and more to be announced. And HPC will offer free popcorn!

For additional information and registration visit https://wab.org/poetry-festival
Rain Venue: Third Presbyterian Church: 4 Meigs St, Rochester, NY 14607