Blog posts by Rachel Payne

Poem in Your Pocket Day!

Rachel Payne

Did you know that Poem in Your Pocket Day is every April 30? On this day, folks carry a favorite poem in their pocket to share with anyone they meet. But how do we celebrate when we are keeping our distance and we can’t go to the library and check out the poetry section? There are lots of fun ways to celebrate together with friends and family near and far. Here are a few ideas from the American Academy of Poets and Brooklyn Public Library staff…  As a family, select a poem and share it on social media using the hashtag #pocketpoem or just share it with your family. Don’t yet have a…