Tuesday, February 12th, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm (Free) @ The Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, 110th Street between Fifth & Lenox Avenues

In the spirit of Valentines’ Day and to honor renown Puerto Rican poet, Julia de Burgos, on the 93rd anniversary of her birth, The Central Park Conservancy and El Museo del Barrio present an evening of poetry featuring Carmen D. Lucca – who will read from De Burgos work. Before the performance local poet and community advocate, Marina Ortiz, will introduce Julia de Burgos’ life to the audience. After the performance, the audience is encouraged to participate in an open mic session sharing their favorite poems. Free. For advance registration e-mail public_programs@elmuseo.org.