Literature lovers, households, and followers of the humanities — mark your calendars. The third annual Our Voices: Competition of Phrases returns to Fort Lauderdale from April 24–26, bringing three days of free, family-friendly occasions celebrating the ability of phrases, storytelling, and group connection.
Based by native poet and group chief Darius Daughtry, the competition is an initiative of the Artwork Prevails Undertaking and has shortly grow to be a beloved staple in South Florida’s cultural calendar. With a mission to advertise literacy, uplift numerous voices, and make the humanities accessible to all, Our Voices gives one thing for each age and curiosity — from creator talks and poetry readings to stay performances, youngsters’ actions, and a pop-up guide honest.
“This competition is deeply private,” says Daughtry, who grew up within the Sistrunk neighborhood. “I would like it rooted in the neighborhood that raised me — an area to showcase our magnificence, expertise, and brilliance, and to remind people who storytelling has the ability to remodel.”
Our Voices: Competition of Phrases highlights:
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Lit Lounge (April 24): The weekend kicks off with a gap evening of poetry, music, and spoken phrase that includes native and regional artists.
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E-book Truthful (April 25): Native college students obtain free books and take part in artwork actions designed to encourage a lifelong love of studying.
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Night with Artists (April 25): A particular gathering that includes famend poets Mahogany L. Browne and Fabienne Josaphat.
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Competition of Phrases (April 26): A full day of household enjoyable with creator readings, kids’s programming, a meditation backyard, meals vans, stay music, and a mini movie competition showcasing the NAACP Picture Award-winning animated sequence Peanut Headz: Black Historical past Toonz, together with an episode on baseball legend Jackie Robinson. Alabama Poet Laureate Ashley M. Jones can even participate in readings and panel discussions.
A group collaboration
Due to beneficiant help from native establishments, together with the Group Basis of Broward, Broward Cultural Division, NSU Artwork Museum, and African American Analysis Library and Cultural Heart, the competition is free to the general public. The occasion can also be backed by key group leaders, together with Fort Lauderdale Commissioner Pamela Beasley-Pittman.
“The competition is a robust instance of how the humanities can uplift and unite a group,” mentioned Dr. Jennifer O’Flannery Anderson, President/CEO of the Group Basis of Broward. “It amplifies voices, fosters literacy, and creates significant connections.”
“Our Voices is greater than a celebration — it’s a motion,” mentioned Phillip Dunlap, Director of the Broward County Cultural Division. “It’s about inspiring a love of literature and guaranteeing cultural entry for everybody in Broward County.”
Occasion Particulars:
🗓️ April 24–26, 2025
📍 Downtown Fort Lauderdale
🎟️ Free Admission | RSVP for choose occasions: Eventbrite RSVP Link
🌐 Extra Information: www.ourvoicesfest.com
Whether or not you’re discovering a brand new creator, listening to highly effective poetry, or watching your youngster gentle up throughout storytime, Our Voices: Competition of Phrases guarantees to be a memorable expertise. Come have fun language, creativity, and the tales that join us all.
