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SUMMARY:An Evening of Poetry with Carla Panciera
DESCRIPTION:An Evening of Poetry with Carla Panciera comes to the Stonington Free Library on Sunday\, August 9\, offering readers an opportunity to hear the award-winning poet read from her celebrated work exploring the people\, places\, and landscapes of New England. Guests may attend in person or watch the event live online through the library’s YouTube channel. \nA native of nearby Westerly\, Rhode Island\, Panciera has earned recognition for poetry that captures the quiet beauty and emotional depth of everyday life. Her latest collection\, One Trail of Longing\, Another of String\, was longlisted for the 2026 Massachusetts Book Award in Poetry\, further cementing her reputation as one of the region’s accomplished literary voices. \nFollowing the reading\, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a question-and-answer session before meeting the author during a book signing. Virtual viewers can also take part in the discussion through the live stream. \nAbout Carla Panciera\nCarla Panciera is an award-winning poet\, novelist\, and educator whose writing is deeply rooted in New England. Her poetry often reflects themes of family\, memory\, identity\, and the natural world\, drawing inspiration from the landscapes and coastal communities of southern New England. \nHer collection One Trail of Longing\, Another of String has received widespread praise and was longlisted for the 2026 Massachusetts Book Award in Poetry. Her thoughtful\, accessible style has made her work popular with both longtime poetry readers and those discovering contemporary poetry for the first time. \nWhat to Expect\nThe evening includes: \n\nA live poetry reading by Carla Panciera\nSelections from One Trail of Longing\, Another of String\nA question-and-answer session\nBook sales and author signing following the reading\nA live stream for those attending virtually\n\nWhether attending in person or online\, guests will have the chance to hear the poet discuss the inspiration behind her work and engage in conversation about the creative process. \nAttend In Person or Online\nThe event is hosted by the Stonington Free Library and is available both at the library and via livestream on the library’s YouTube channel\, making it accessible to readers throughout the region and beyond. \nEvent Details\nDate\nSunday\, August 9\, 2026 \nTime\n5:00 p.m. \nLocation\nStonington Free Library \nAddress\n20 High St.\nStonington\, CT \nEvent Format\nIn person and virtual livestream \nAdmission\nFree \nParking\nStreet parking and nearby public parking are available in Stonington Borough. \nAge Restrictions\nNone. \nImportant Notes\nA question-and-answer session\, followed by a book sale and signing\, will take place after the reading. Virtual attendees can watch live on the Stonington Free Library YouTube channel. \nMore Information\nFor more information\, visit the event website using the Event Website link below. \n\n 
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LOCATION:Stonington Free Library\, 20 High Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
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