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America 250 Poetry Contest September

Ages 6 to 12 years
2026-09-01 00:00:00 2026-09-01 23:59:00 America/New_York America 250 Poetry Contest September Clarkston Library -

Tuesday, September 01
All day

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Using the Poetry Prompt, "America is…", write a poem in any format: free verse, spoken word, or rhymed poetry.

Submit your poem to the Circulation Desk by August 31, 2026.

Winners will receive a special prize celebrating America's 250th Anniversary.

AGE GROUP: | School Age |

EVENT TYPE: | Fun Activities | Contests |

TAGS: | America250 |

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