BLACK POETRY CELEBRATION
WED. APRIL 29 2026, 6-8PM
In the Library’s Doña Benicia Room
Also on Zoom: bit.ly/blackpoetrycelebration
Benicia Black Lives Matter invites you to a dynamic Black poetry event celebrating the depth, resilience, and brilliance of Black voices across generations, highlighting powerful works from lesser-known poets spanning the Reconstruction era to today.
Blending history with living artistry, the evening also features original performances by a diverse lineup of presenters:
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- Myla J., a compelling youth artist and orator
- Devin Thomas, a passionate student leader and poet
- Valdez Hill, a multifaceted poet and musician and host of Voices at the Table
- Simone Nia Rae, an evocative artist and musician
- Jacalyn Eyvonne, Vallejo’s Poet Laureate for 2024–2025 and
- Brandon Greene Esq., a civil rights attorney whose artistry bridges music, poetry, and justice.
Together, they create a rich intergenerational experience that honors legacy while amplifying fresh, contemporary voices.
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