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About the Poetry Society of Virginia

We illuminate Virginia’s poets, cultures, communities, and literary power by making and sharing poems. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community aimed at creating a sense of belonging in Virginia’s poetry community. We are committed to equity and the mutual respect for the diverse beliefs and values of all.…Continue reading “About the Poetry Society of Virginia”

September 8, 2026

Virginia Voices, Wednesday, September 9

Join us tomorrow at 5:30 PM Virginia Voices

August 10, 2026

Virginia Voices, Wednesday, August 12 at 5:30 PM

Virginia’s Voices On Zoom at 5:30PM on the second Wednesday of each month. Co-hosted by Gail Giewont (Central), Cathy Hailey…

August 3, 2026August 3, 2026

Author’s Table at Farmville-Prince Edward Community Library

On August 22 from 2-4 PM, the Farmville-Prince Edward Community Library will be hosting an Author’s Table for local poets…

Book Release…

2026 PSV Collected Winners Available at Spring Festival

27 Mar 2026April 2, 2026

PSV Spring Festival Registration is Open

24 Mar 2026April 27, 2026

PSV Members please use this form to register for the PSV Spring Festival. PSV Festival Registration Only members need to register. Do not register if you are a non-member or…

Events

PSV Festival Schedule

21 Mar 2026April 27, 2026

Check out the schedule for the annual PSV Festival this April 10th and 11th! Note: room numbers are still being determined. Registration information to come soon PSV Festival 26 FINALDownload

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Registration Open for Write Now! 2026

11 Mar 2026April 10, 2026

Write Now! 2026Sponsored by: Triangle Association of Freelancers.When: Saturday, May 16, 2026.Where: The McKimmon Center at North Carolina State University, 1101 Gorman Street, Raleigh, NC.Website: https://tafnc.com/writenow Cost: $109 (Feb. 1-April 15);…

Events

Save the Date! Annual PSV Spring Festival April 10-11

28 Feb 2026February 28, 2026

The annual PSV Spring Festival will be held at Bridgewater College in Bridgewater, VA April 10-11th. Full details coming soon! Please note: The events calendar currently says the festival will…

Events

Black Voices through Poetry Virtual Reading, Tuesday, February 24th

22 Feb 2026February 22, 2026

Join us on Tuesday, February 24th at 7:00pm as Black Voices Through Poetry takes the virtual stage. We are celebrating African American History Month with some of most talented poets…

PSV Is Now a Member of the National Federation of State Poetry Societies (NFSPS)

Dear PSV Member: On February 5th, the PSV Board voted to approve joining the National Federation of State Poetry Societies (NFSPS). On February 10th, 2026, the Board of Directors of…

Correction!: Festival Proposals Open until March

Members can submit Workshop Proposals until MARCH 1st, (not FEB. 1st) for the April PSV Festival. Proposals are submitted to: President@poetrysocietyofvirginia.org

Events

PSV at Williamsburg Book Festival, March 7th at W&M

27 Jan 2026February 22, 2026

Call for Submissions

Fallen Tree Press Open for Submissions through January 31

Fallen Tree Press is a small press specializing in publishing poetry chapbooks. We are focused on being part of the larger writing community. It’s our intent to promote a diverse…