In response to this crucial time for humanity and justice, poets from over 160 countries came together to hold local poetry events on Feb. 29, called “Leap Forward.” This unique day occurring only every 4 years reverberated with the poetic word. It was thrilling to be part of it.

[ March 3, 2012; 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ]

Piri Thomas was a Puerto Rican writer and poet whose memoir of personal redemption “Down These Mean …

Beloved Puerto Rican-American author and poet Piri Thomas died Monday, October 17, 2011, in his home in El Cerrito, CA surrounded by his loving wife, …