Racine, WI poets represented at last year’s Poetry Marathon.
Photo Credit: Woodland Pattern Book Center

Just two more days until the 21st Annual Poetry Marathon Benefit Reading at Woodland Pattern Book Center in Milwaukee. Here are five reasons to support the Annual Poetry Marathon:

1. over 25,000 small press titles
2. book titles include poetry, chapbooks, fine print materials, broadsides, and multicultural literature
3. money raised supports Woodland Pattern’s 2015 programming in literature and the arts, including an after school program and youth summer camp
4. enjoy 15 hours regional poets, writers, and lovers of the arts
5. 150 poets and writers from Milwaukee and surrounding areas

Five poets representing Racine, Wisconsin at the Woodland Pattern’s poetry marathon need your support! Help each performer raise at least $35.

1. Nick Demske – poet and author of critically acclaimed self-titled poetry book and featured in Poets & Writers. read more
2. Justin Grimbol – author of Hard Bodies, Drinking Until Morning and others. read more
3. Kelsey Harris – poet featured at the 2014 Racine and Kenosha Authors Book Fair.
4. Aaron Lundquist – spoken word poet, featured at Grassroots Open Mic and Artist Showcase. read more
5. Nick Ramsey – Poet Laureate of Racine, Wisconsin and co-founder of Family Power Music. read more

Ok, technically, there are more than five, but I saw most of these fine poets perform last night at the Grassroots Open Mic at George’s Tavern. Also, I will be reading during the marathon as part of the Racine delegation. Please consider supporting me with a pledge. It is as easy as one, two, three. Go to the Woodland Pattern Book Center, here, and:

1. under “Pledge a Reader online!” select a donation amount,
2. add “Reader’s Name” (that’s me, Matthew Mulder) and
3. click the “Pay Now” button.

Thanks for your support!