Fairfax Poet Laureate - Poetry Beneath the Stars

(8-Adult) Write a poem while gazing at the night sky to see if you can find a shooting star. During this program you will be asked to dig deep and contemplate the cosmos through poetic form. Examples of star-gazing poetry and writing prompts will be provided. This event will include telescope viewing in the Roll Top Observatory, weather permitting. Hosted by ArtsFairfax and the Fairfax Poet Laureate as part of the “Poetry in the Parks” series.


Fairfax Poet Laureate - Pride Month Poetry

(4-Adult) Hosted by ArtsFairfax and the Fairfax Poet Laureate, come celebrate “Poetry in the Parks” and Pride Month at Green Spring Gardens. This Pride Month Poetry Reading features poetry from some of the region’s most prominent LGBTQ+ poets including Gowri Koneswaran and Danielle Badra.


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