By PATRICK CABELLO HANSEL
The 5th Annual Poetry and Jazz in the Sacred Ground takes place at the historic Pioneers and Soldiers Cemetery in south Minneapolis on June 21 at 2 pm. The cemetery was recently named one of only two sites in Minnesota on the National Register of the Underground Railroad.
This year’s event brings together award-winning poets Donna Isaac (author of In the Tilling)¸ Dralandra Larkins (author of Before I Lie), and Patrick Cabello Hansel (author of Breathing in Minneapolis, among other collections). Local poets who’ve written a poem about ancestors are welcome to sign up for an open mic.
Music will be provided by Larry McDonough on keyboard and Richard Terrill on saxophone.
Pioneers and Soldiers Cemetery is located at 2945 Cedar Avenue South (the corner of Lake Street) in south Minneapolis. It is a beautiful place to wander, listen to music and poetry, and reflect on one’s own ancestors. The event is free and family friendly. There is free parking in the cemetery and refreshments served.
For more information, contact Patrick Cabello Hansel at phcreate@gmail.com
