The Arts Council of Kern is seeking submissions for its first Poet Laureate to represent, promote, and educate Kern County about poetry.The new Poet Laureate’s responsibilities include hosting readings of original poetry around Kern County and conducting at least two workshops, one at an academic setting and another for the general public. Applications are due January 31, 2016.

For more information, visit The Arts Council of Kern’s website at kernarts.org.

Kelli Forsch