An Evening of Poetry with Fabu: Madison's Third Poet Laureate (2008-2011)

6-7pm Reading from

 *Poems, Dreams and Roses
*In Our Own Tongues
*Journey to Wisconsin:  African American Life in Haiku

7-7:30 pm Book Signing

Fabu Phillis Mogaka, professionally known as Fabu, was appointed Madison’s Poet Laureate in 2008 and will serve in that position through 2011. She was chosen for this honorary position by Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and voted in to office by The Madison Arts Commission in recognition of her years as a major figure in Madison’s literary arts movement. Fabu has provided for more than 20 years in poetry, reading and writing to school children, women and the African American communities.

In Fabu's words:

“I write and work to inspire, encourage and remind. I want to stir up the courage inside of all humans to stand for the right and not the wrong. I want to remind everyone of the past, only to give them a sure foundation for a wonderful future." 

This event is supported by Overture's Community Arts Access Program.