Huntingford Humanities Lecture: Poetry and Wellness

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In person - Attend at location

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Adults, Teens
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Washington state’s poet laureate, Derek Sheffield, has invited Port Townsend poet Matthew Nienow to talk about poetry and wellness. During their conversation, they will share some of their own poems and also share works from other poets. After they finish talking, they will answer questions from the audience.

Derek Sheffield is the eighth poet laureate of Washington State (2025-2027). He lives near Leavenworth, Washington, where he can often be found in the woods or along Icicle Creek.

Matthew Nienow is the author of two full-length poetry collections. He lives in Port Townsend, Washington, with his wife and two sons, where he works as a mental health counselor.

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Co-sponsored by Humanities Washington and the Washington State Arts Commission

This event is part of Resilience Month, a local, ongoing effort to celebrate, cultivate, and commemorate resilience. Visit clallamresilienceproject.org to learn more.