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oypl@oaklandlibrary.org
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Book a Poet
If you are interested in booking a poet for an event or performance, please fill out this form.
Note: Booking is handled by OPL's Teen Services Department and dependent on availability.
Current Youth Poet Laureate
Applications for Oakland Youth Poet Laureate Open Jan 5
Jan 02, 2024
Applications open to youth 13-18 from Jan 5 until Feb 5. Finalists receive a $500 prize. Laureate also receives a $5,000 scholarship.
Use this form to request an appearance by Oakland's Youth Poet Laureate or other OYPL Program poets.
Please allow up to five business days for a response. Requests that are made at least three weeks in advance are more likely to be filled.
OYPL Booking Request Form
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