LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – As part of the local celebration of April as National Poetry Month, a new poet laureate for Lake County will be selected by current Poet Laureate Russell Gonzaga as well as the esteemed poet laureate emeritus.
After approval from the Board of Supervisors, the term of service lasts two years.
The selection will be made on the merit of the applicants poetic works, publishing history, community involvement, public speaking/reading, and demonstrated leadership abilities.
The deadline for the completed application package is Monday, April 16.
The final three applicants will be interviewed and will read at the final selection event on Saturday, April 28, at the Lake County Arts Commission Gallery in Lakeport.
For information and application guidelines contact Lake County Poet Laureate Russell Gonzaga via email at
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