Long Beach Historical Society

The Shore Poets Bring "Our Heritage: 250 Years of Poetry" to the Historical Society this August. 

LONG BEACH, N.Y. — The Shore Poets will host "Our Heritage: 250 Years of Poetry in America," a poetry reading, wine and cheese reception, and an open mic, on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Long Beach Historical Society, 226 West Penn Street, Long Beach, New York. Dr. Jeff Rimland, the poet and author of The Poetry of History, will present readings of original poems inspired by significant historical figures and events in American history. The program will also include music by Long Beach’s own Phil Kennelty, singer-songwriter and musician, whose performance will complement the afternoon's literary celebration. This special afternoon will also feature poetry by the program's Emcees, former Nassau County Poets Laureate Paula Curci, Peter V. Dugan, and Shore Poet Theresa Rosario-Berzner. A limited open mic will follow for attendees to share their poetry in honor of America's literary heritage. Gregory Cioffi, the Nassau County Poet Laureate, will be in attendance as well. The event is sponsored by The Shore Poets, the Long Beach Historical &amp; Preservation Society, Artists in Partnership, Inc., the Acoustic Poets' Network© LLC, and Poets &amp; Writers. Join us as we highlight the role poetry has played in expressing the American experience and share original poems in community.

Event Details
<ul>
 <li>Event: Our Heritage: 250 Years of Poetry in America</li>
 <li>Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026 </li>
 <li>Time: 1:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. </li>
 <li>Location: Long Beach Historical Society, 226 West Penn Street, Long Beach, NY </li>
 <li>Host: The Shore Poets </li>
 <li>Featured Poet:
 Jeff Rimland </li>
 <li>Additional Presenters: Theresa Rosario-Berzner, Paula Curci, Peter V. Dugan </li>
 <li>Musical Guest:
 Phil Kennelty </li>
 <li>Reception: Wine and cheese reception followed by an open mic.</li>
</ul>

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Our Heritage: 250 Years of Poetry In America 

The Shore Poets Bring "Our Heritage: 250 Years of Poetry" to the Historical Society this August. 

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Hicksville Public Library

HICKSVILLE, N.Y. — The Hicksville Open Mic series returns on Monday, August 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the Hicksville Public Library, welcoming poetry lovers, writers, and storytellers for an evening of creativity and community. The evening will feature a debut special guest appearance by Kristen Lee, the Teen Poet Laureate of Nassau County, whose work has earned recognition for her powerful voice. Lee is a rising senior at Herricks High School and will hold the title for one year. Lee will headline the event by reading a set of poetry before the community open mic.&nbsp; The bi-monthly Open Mic has become a welcoming space for both seasoned performers and first-time participants to share poetry, music, spoken word, and other works in an encouraging atmosphere. Nassau County Poet Laureate Emerita Paula Curci said, "The Hicksville Open Mic is about bringing people together through the arts." Curci is one of the three hosts of the event, which includes Hicksville’s own honored en plain air artist and poet Kirk Larsen and Dr Robert Windorf, an award-winning writer and educator.&nbsp; The event hosts, the Hicksville Public Library, are proud to debut Kristen Lee, the Teen Laureate, and her poetry at their open mic. The event is free and open to the public. Audience members are encouraged to attend, and performers are invited to participate in the open mic following Kristen Lee's featured presentation or participate as active listeners. Registration for the event on the Library’s event calendar is encouraged; sign up for the open mic is on arrival.&nbsp;This event will be recorded for the WHAT'S&nbsp;THE&nbsp;BUZZ&nbsp;® A Show That Airs Issues For Young Adults and Calliope's Corner on WRHU with Host Paula Curci.

What:
Hicksville Open Mic featuring Kristen Lee, Nassau County Teen Poet Laureate&nbsp;When: Monday, August 10, 6:30 p.m. 
Where: Hicksville Public Library, 169 Jerusalem Avenue, Hicksville, NY 
Admission: Free and open to the Public Registration:<a href="https://hicksvillelibrary.libcal.com/event/15269399" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://hicksvillelibrary.libcal.com/event/15269399</a>For more information about the Hicksville Open Mic or future events, contact the Hicksville Public Library or the event hosts. Paula Curci <a href="mailto:PMCTHEWORDFESTIVAL@GMAIL.COM">PMCTHEWORDFESTIVAL@GMAIL.COM</a>&nbsp; and Jeannine Dillon <a href="mailto:jdillon@hicksvillelibrary.org">jdillon@hicksvillelibrary.org</a>

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Our Heritage: 250 Years of Poetry In America

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1:30 PM

Long Beach Historical Society, 226 W Penn St, Long Beach, NY

Hicksville Open Mic Featuring Nassau County Teen Poet Laureate Kristen Lee

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6:30 PM

Hicksville Public Library, 169 Jerusalem Ave, Hicksville, NY