
Meet KaNikki Jakarta, Alexandria’s first African-American poet laureate
From being named (almost) after one of her mother’s favorite poets, to her dad reciting Maya Angelou, Jakarta has lived a life of literary influence.

Celebrate National Poetry Month with Alexandria’s Poet Laureate, Tori Lane Kovarik
Whether it’s on a bus or in the middle of Old Town, Alexandria’s Poet Laureate, Tori Lane Kovarik, wants you to celebrate National Poetry Month.