Poetry in Grand Rapids

Accomplished poets Anita Skeen and Karl Elder will read from their works in 'An Evening of Poetry,' held Thursday, September 19, at the Loosemore Auditorium, Pew Grand Rapids Campus. The event begins at 7 p.m. and is open to the public free of charge.

Skeen, a professor of English at Michigan State University, has recently had her poetry collection, 'The Resurrection of the Animals,' published by the MSU Press. Elder, a Fessler professor of writing at Lakeland College (Wis.), is author of five collections of poetry and recipient of a Pushcart Prize.

Elder's poems and essays are included in the collection, 'Best American Poetry' (2000), and in the recent compilation, 'September 11: America's Writers Respond' (2002). He plans to include writings from the Sept. 11 book in his reading at Grand Valley.

The poets' books will be available for purchase at the event. A book signing and reception will follow the readings. 'An Evening of Poetry' is sponsored by the GVSU Writing Department. Call Mark Schaub, x3603, for more information.