Poet's Corner Application Form

For programs taking place between September 1, 2005 and May 31, 2006.

Poet's Corner, a special feature of the Maryland Humanities Council Speakers Bureau, invites museums, libraries, schools, historic sites, cultural institutions, and other nonprofit groups to apply to host a community event with Maryland’s Poet Laureate Michael Glaser.

Hosts will propose a public program that brings Maryland's Poet Laureate to the community to engage the public in experiencing the magic of poetry and exploring the connections between poetry and our everyday lives. Programs may include
	a reading and discussion program, using the works of several poets, led by Dr. Glaser
	a discussion led by Dr. Glaser, using poems on a central theme (such as nature, family, politics)
	a reading by Dr. Glaser followed by the reading of favorite poems by audience members
	a program associated with an art exhibit or concert, with a discussion about the intersection of poetry and the arts
	a program in conjunction with a festival or other literary series

The Maryland Humanities Council will
	schedule an appearance at a mutually convenient time for the host and speaker
	pay honorarium and travel expenses for Michael Glaser
	provide a press packet, with a sample press release, contacts, MHC logo, and posters that can be customized for each location.

The Hosting Organization will
	Develop a program that is free and open to the public and encourages audience participation
	Work with one or more partner organizations (such as museums, libraries, schools, historic sites, cultural institutions, civic organizations, book clubs, writers’ groups, and other nonprofit organizations)
	Attract an audience of 75 or more people
	Hold the event in a handicapped accessible location
	Collaborate with the Maryland Humanities Council to obtain media coverage of the event
	Submit evaluation and cost share reports to the Maryland Humanities Council
	Gather names and addresses of attendees to win a signed copy of a book by the Poet Laureate

Application

To apply, please submit the following information:

Sponsor Information

	Host Institution Name:
	Address:

	City:		State:		Zip:

	Program Coordinator's Name:
	Program Coordinator's Title:
	Daytime Telephone:
	E-mail Address:

Partner Organization(s), addresses, phone numbers, letters of support

	Partner Organization #1:
	Partner Organization #2:
	Partner Organization #3:

Program Information

	Program Date:	January February March April May June July August September October November December
		Note: date must be at least 8 weeks after date of request.
	Preferred Day of the Week:	Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
	Preferred Time of Day:

Partner Organization(s), addresses, phone numbers, letters of support

	How will you collaborate with partner organizations?
	Describe the facility where the event will be held.
	What is the format of the event?
	How will you make the event appealing to a public audience?
	How will the format encourage audience participation?
	What are some of your specific ideas for publicizing the program?
	What is the nature of the audience you hope to attract?
	Give an example of successful community programming you have presented.

Poet's Corner Application Form

The Selection Committee will consider
	Program formats that stimulate interaction between audience and speaker
	A specific plan for promotion and publicity
	Strong partnerships that will generate an audience of 75 or more people
	Geographic distribution of programs throughout Maryland

Applications should be sent to the Council as soon as possible but no later than eight weeks before the proposed event. If you have questions about Poet's Corner, contact Judy Dobbs at jdobbs@mdhc.org or 410-685-4185.