Miami-Dade Public Library System

–Teen Poetry Contest runs April 1-30, 2012–

(MIAMI, MARCH 20, 2012) – To help celebrate April’s National Poetry Month, the Miami Dade Public Library System is inviting teens, ages 12-18, to pick up a pen and participate in its annual National Poetry Month Contest.

The contest starts on April 1 and runs through April 30. Poems must be the original work of the participant, may be typed or written – double spaced and attached to an official entry form.  Entry forms are available at any Miami-Dade Public Branch Library or download one here.

Poems will be judged on originality, artistic quality and emotional impact. First prize winner will receive a Kindle Touch 3G E-reader; second place winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to Barnes & Nobles.

For more information, call 305.375.BOOK (2665) or visit www.mdpls.org

MEDIA CONTACT:
Victoria Galan - Public Affairs Officer
Tel. 305.375.5180, galanv@mdpls.org