Bergen County Youth Poet Laureate Inaugural Ceremony in Bergenfield

Celebrate the inaugural cohort of Bergen County’s Youth Poet Laureate Program at a free evening of youth poetry and recognition, along with music performances and minor refreshments. The program will feature original readings by attending finalists, the introduction of the inaugural laureate and youth poetry ambassadors, and a short reception. Poet and independent judge Gary J. Whitehead will participate. Students, families, educators, and community members are welcome.  Event Details Event: Bergen County Youth Poet Laureate Inaugural CeremonyDate: Wednesday, October 28, 2026Time: 6:30–8:00 p.m.Venue: Friends Room, Bergenfield Public LibraryAddress: 50 W. Clinton Avenue, Bergenfield, NJ Admission: Free, though seating is limited to the Library’s approved room capacityOrganizer: Bergen County Youth Poet Laureate ProgramContact: Emily Tong, bergenypl@gmail.com The Library is providing the venue; Artrepreneurship Initiative Alliance Inc.’s Bergen YPL Program is organizing the event. Please let me know if you need an event image or any additional fields. Thank you again for helping local families discover this celebration!