New date for library poetry slam

The Tolland Public Library Foundation’s second poetry slam, which was scheduled for Friday, April 26, has been postponed to Friday, May 17 due to scheduling conflicts. The event is a chance for teen poets to perform their original works and compete for prizes. Part of the Foundation’s “Year of the Young Adult” initiative, it is open to students in grades 7 to 12. The competition will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in conference room A at town hall (across from the Hicks gym) at 21 Tolland Green. Entry forms are available at the public library, the high school library and from any THS English teacher. Students must return the forms to one of the same places by Monday, May 13. Poets must bring five copies of both of their poems to the public library by Wednesday, May 15. The slam is free and open to the public, but registration is required. To register, call the library at 860-871-3620. A