Local voices shine in Haldimand Library's 13th Annual Poetry Contest
The Haldimand County Public Library extends its sincere thanks to everyone who submitted a poem to the 13th Annual April Poetry Contest. This year's contest was a tremendous success, with inspiring entries received from participants across Haldimand County.
Congratulations to the following winners, whose submissions reflected this year's theme, "Spirituality."
Primary (Kindergarten to Grade 3)
- Liam Pato, "Trees are a Part of Me"
- Gabriella Scott-Umunna, "I Love the Beach"
- Lola Hana, "Where I belong!"
Junior (Grades 4 to 6)
- Chiamanda Scott-Umunna, "My Special Place"
- Brody Bath, "I Belong at Hockey"
- Tie:
- Gabri’el Owusu, "My Calm Place"
- Kolton Willis, "Lovely Summer"
Intermediate (Grades 7 to 10)
- Gabriel Valentine, "Connected to a Friend"
- Lailah. "Peace"
- Lailah, "Faith"
Adults (18 and up)
- Deborah Beauchamp, "The Spirituality in a Forest"
- Shanah Hayes, "Soul Birds"
- Gagan, "I am"
Winning poems are available on the Library's April Poetry Contest webpage.
The Library also extends a special thank you to its local sponsors, whose generous support helped make this contest possible: Fisherville Lions Club, Hagersville Lions Club, Selkirk Lions Club, Friends of the Dunnville Library, and Friends of the Caledonia Library.
