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Photographs of Missouri scenes are reproduced courtesy of Lee Ann Russell, poet from Springfield, Missouri.
Each year the Missouri State Poetry Society holds a state convention for members and guests. The program for the convention features poets of national and state-wide reputation who read from their work and discuss topics related to the composition of poetry. There are also read-arounds during which each member attending the convention may read his or her poetry to the assembly.
MSPS Convention, 19-20 September 2025 Lebanon, MO
Held at: Second Baptist Church Fellowship Hall 355 S. Madison Ave. Lebanon, MO 65536
Registration at 5:30 pm
Meeting begins at 6 p.m. on Sept 19, 2025
Info:
Holiday Inn Express 1955 W. Elm St., Lebanon 1-800-465-4329 or 417-532-1111
Must book by August 29 (mention Missouri State Poetry Society for special rate)
Please RSVP if coming to Contact: lachancenancy@outlook.com
Lunch provided in house for $11.00
(green salad, pasta, choice of 2 meats, garlic bread, dessert and drink)
Friday evening speaker: Phillip Howerton
Saturday afternoon speaker: Todd Sukany
Bring lots of poems for four read-arounds.
Begins at 6 p.m. Friday evening
End at 3:15 Saturday afternoon
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