News & Announcements

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”

March 30, 2026March 30, 2026

2026 PSV North American Poetry Book Award Results

The Poetry Society of Virginia is pleased to announce the Winner of the 2026 PSV North American Poetry Book AwardDining…

March 24, 2026March 24, 2026

PSV Spring Festival Registration is Open

PSV Members please use this form to register for the PSV Spring Festival. PSV Festival Registration Only members need to…

PSV Festival Schedule

Check out the schedule for the annual PSV Festival this April 10th and 11th! Note: room numbers are still being…

Events

Save the Date: 2025 PSV Contest Award Ceremony June 1, 2025

7 Feb 2025February 7, 2025

The 2025 PSV Contest Award Ceremony will be held on June 1st, 2025 at the Richmond Public LIbrary. The address is: 101 East Franklin StreetRichmond, Virginia 23219 The event will…

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New Site Page: Past Events Archive

28 Jan 2025January 28, 2025

Check out our archive of past events for public videos and media. Currently you will find videos from the Annual Holiday Poetry Banquet 2024. Featured readers included our newest Virginia…

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Save the Date: PSV festival at W&M, April 26, 2025

28 Jan 2025January 28, 2025

See our Festival Information page for further information and updates.

William & Mary Libraries Announces Virginia Writer-in-Residence position

28 Jan 2025January 28, 2025

William & Mary Libraries is thrilled to announce the launch of a brand-new Virginia Writer-in-Residence position! This exciting opportunity, made possible by a generous gift, is designed to support writers…

POETRY JUMPS OFF THE SHELF Call for Submissions

18 Jan 2025January 18, 2025

POETRY JUMPS OFF THE SHELF announces a callfor submissions for the Woodrow Hall Top Shelf Awardfor full length poetry collections published in 2024 Send poetry books published by a press…

Happy New Year from PSV

31 Dec 2024January 18, 2025

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Young Poets in the Community Applications Extended to Jan. 11

13 Dec 2024January 18, 2025

Please see our Youths Program page for full information!

Haiku Workshop for PSV Contest

Hi, PSV Member: We've had some questions about one of the newer categories: Hardy Haiku (#22). To improve the chances of PSV members to "win" this category, I have recruited…

Understanding Haiku: Please Read Before Entering PSV Contest (Hardy Haiku Category #22)

9 Dec 2024December 9, 2024

Hi, PSV Poets; Below you will find an essay written by our distinguished judge of the Haiku category for the 2023-24 PSV Contest. PLEASE READ IT! Many people misunderstand haiku…

Congratulations Mattie Quesenberry Smith, Virginia’s 21st Poet Laureate

26 Nov 2024January 18, 2025

On November 22, the Office of the Governor informed the Poetry Society of Virginia that he had selected a new Poet Laureate of Virginia. Mattie Quesenberry Smith will serve a…