Poetry in Parks
Event Description:
Join an inspiring afternoon of poetry, music, and community at William B. Layton State Park in Tahoe City as part of Poetry in Parks on Aug. 22 from 3-5 p.m. Hosted by Scott Green, the event is free and open to everyone. Poetry in Parks is part of a statewide spoken word event series that began in 2015 as a successful pilot program for Arts in California Parks, bringing together poetry, storytelling, and community.
Featured poets & authors will include:
* Kim Shuck, San Francisco Poet Laureate emerita
* Jen Cheng, West Hollywood Poet Laureate
* Jesse James Ziegler. Reno Poet Laureate emeritus
* Scott Green, recipient of the 2026 California State Parks Director’s Trailblazer Award for developing the Poetry in Parks program
* José Rios
* John Merryfield
* Bridey Thelen-Heidel
* Kim Culbertson
* Priya Hutner
* J.Macon King
* Jen Cheng, West Hollywood Poet Laureate
* Jesse James Ziegler. Reno Poet Laureate emeritus
* Scott Green, recipient of the 2026 California State Parks Director’s Trailblazer Award for developing the Poetry in Parks program
* José Rios
* John Merryfield
* Bridey Thelen-Heidel
* Kim Culbertson
* Priya Hutner
* J.Macon King
* Live music from Winter Grain
Whether you’re a longtime poetry lover or simply looking to enjoy an afternoon immersed in the arts, Poetry in Parks offers a unique opportunity to experience literature and live performance in one of California’s most beautiful state parks.
Important information:
- Dogs are not permitted in the state park.
- Please plan ahead for parking. Parking information is available at: https://visittahoecity.org/parking/
Price:
FREE
When is the Event?:
Saturday, August 22, 2026 - 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Where is the event?
William B. Layton State Park
130 W. Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA
