Appalachian Poets on the Helene Flood
Venue: Blacksburg Books, Blacksburg
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Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Event Types: Arts & Theatre, Speaking Engagements
Cost: Free

Description:
Blacksburg Books presents Appalachian Poets on the Helene Flood on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

We're honored to host poets Jeff Mann, Hilda Downer, and Brit Washburn for readings from this collection.

"Had I a Dove" gathers the voices of 80 poets in a moving anthology responding to the devastation of Hurricane Helene, which struck North Carolina and neighboring states in September 2024. Edited by acclaimed North Carolina poet Hilda Downer, these poems bear witness to loss, resilience, and the enduring spirit of Appalachian communities. Ranging from elegiac to hopeful, the collection is a testament to nature’s power and humanity’s ability to endure and rebuild.

Importantly, proceeds from the book will support Hurricane Helene relief efforts, offering both art and tangible aid to those most affected.

For more information, visit: https://www.blacksburgbooks.com/events/had-i-a-dove-appalachian-poets-on-the-helene-flood or https://www.facebook.com/Blacksburg.Books or https://www.instagram.com/blacksburg_books/ or call 540-315-9650 or email info@blacksburgbooks.com with any questions.

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