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THE FIRST POET LAUREATE OF MADISON, CT-EDWARD A. LENT

SAVE THE DATE!!!!!!!

I WILL BE INDUCTED AS THE POET LAUREATE OF MADISON, CT.

INDUCTION- PROCLAMATION CEREMONY AND EVENT

CEREMONY AT THE MADISON LIBRARY

THURSDAY OCT 24

FROM 5:30-6:30

FIRST SELECTWOMAN, PEGGY LYONS WITH ANNOUNCE THE PROCLAMATION THAT INDUCTS ME AS THE FIRST POET LAUREATE OF THE BEAUTIFUL TOWN OF MADISON CONNECTICUT. HOST LEAD OF THE MADISON LIBRARY, ALLISON MURPHY WILL INTRODUCE ME AND IL BE READING A FEW SPECIAL POEMS FROM MY BOOK WHICH IS AVAILABLE ONLY AT BREAKWATER BOOKS IN GUILFORD, CT.


Nazareth University 2024 Outstanding Alumni Award
Sep
20

Nazareth University 2024 Outstanding Alumni Award

I am deeply honored to share with my community, friends, and fellow artists that I have been selected as a recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Alumni Award from Nazareth University. This prestigious accolade will be presented during Naz Weekend, at a special awards reception on Friday, September 20th.

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Poetry in the Gallery
Sep
15
to Sep 29

Poetry in the Gallery

The Shoreline Arts Alliance presents Poetry in the Gallery at the Kehler Liddell Gallery in New Haven on Saturday Aug, 24 at 2 pm. The exhibition of Ekphrastic Poetry along with the IMAGES 2024 photography show is co-hosted by Ed Lent of the Ekphrastic Poetry Trust of Connecticut, the program will begin promptly and feature a reading from various Connecticut poets.

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EALENT: A Solo Art Exhibition
Jul
1

EALENT: A Solo Art Exhibition

If you want to wake up everyday with drive and passion, and a big dash of stress- have a solo show! I’m used to doing one or two pieces and seeing where they go, so working on over a dozen has been an entirely new experience, but an incredibly exciting and rewarding one. My home and gardens have never be en more ignored but it’s going to be a great show! The instal date changed and the reception time is now 5 PM to 7:30 due to some library stuff, so much for getting the word out early!

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May
18

PRIDE IN THE PARK

COME TO THE ART BOOTH LOCATED ON THE GREEN- IN GUILFORD TOWN CENTER.

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The Mural as Muse: An Ekphrastic Workshop
Mar
2
to Jul 31

The Mural as Muse: An Ekphrastic Workshop

Facilitated by Poet Ed Lent, also known as Ezra Lovecraft

Dates:

- Initial Session: Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

- Snow Date: Sunday, March 3, 2024

- Follow-up Session: Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Location: American Mural Project, 90 Whiting Street, Winsted, CT.

Delve into the fusion of visual art and poetry in this intensive half-day workshop at the American Mural Project (AMP). Participants will explore ekphrastic poetry—a literary form that vividly describes a work of art—through both guided and personal interpretation of AMP’s monumental five-story indoor mural depicting American workers.

The workshop will commence with an introduction to the concept of ekphrasis, from its Greek roots meaning "description," to contemporary applications. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to view the mural across three levels, fostering reflection and creative response.

Ed Lent, esteemed poet and educator, will lead the session, offering insights into the ekphrastic process and sharing examples of poetry that respond to various artworks. The workshop will culminate in a collaborative discussion, where participants can share their drafts and gain feedback.

Additional Opportunities:

- Participants are encouraged to submit their polished poems by March 16 for potential inclusion in "The Mural as Muse" exhibit during National Poetry Month in April 2024.

Admission:

- Adults: $20

- Students (Grades 6 – College): $12

Registration:

- Pre-registration is mandatory, as spaces are limited.

- The non-refundable registration fee grants full access to AMP for the day.

- Register online at https://www.tfaforms.com/5103787

Further Inquiries: Please contact Mimi at mimi@americanmuralproject.org

Visit: www.americanmuralproject.org

About Ed Lent aka Ezra Lovecroft:

A celebrated figure in the Connecticut poetry scene, Ed Lent is not only the recipient of the 2020 Connecticut Arts Hero Award but also a cherished poet-educator and the mind behind the iconic "Ezra Lovecroft Presents: The Unexpected Poet." His publications include "As Above, So Below" and the 2023 chapbook "Perceptions." Ed's engagement in ekphrastic poetry has enriched audiences from public schools to collegiate settings, making profound impacts across generations.

Join us at AMP for an enriching exploration of art and poetry, where the grandeur of American labor is immortalized through the delicate craft of ekphrastic verse. Doors open at 8:30 AM, and the workshop begins promptly at 9:00 AM.

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2024 Upcoming Art Shows GUILFORD ART LEAGUE
Jan
1
to Jul 31

2024 Upcoming Art Shows GUILFORD ART LEAGUE

OPENING DATES FOR BELOW SEASONAL SHOWS TBA

Winter Show-January -March. Guilford Community Center Menunkatuck Room 2nd Floor

Spring Show April-June Guilford Community Center Menunkatuck Room 2nd Floor

Summer Show July- October. Guilford Community Center Menunkatuck Room 2nd Floor

Fall Show October- January. Guilford Community Center Menunkatuck Room 2nd Floor

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