San Francisco Poet Laureate emerita Kim Shuck invites Dena Rod and other Iranian American poets to read at SFPL’s monthly poetry reading.
Kim Shuck was San Francisco’s seventh Poet Laureate. Her poetry draws on her multiethnic background which includes Polish and Cherokee heritage, and her experiences as a lifelong resident of San Francisco. Her most recent book of poetry, November Dance Shirt, was published in 2026, and her book of essays, Noodle, Rant, Tangent, was published in 2022. In her term as Poet Laureate, she hosted scores of free poetry and art workshops for all ages at neighborhood libraries and schools and worked closely with San Francisco Public Library and the San Francisco Arts Commission to launch major citywide initiatives to honor Native American Indigenous Peoples' heritage.
2027 marks the 10th anniversary of SFPL's Poem Jam, a monthly poetry reading hosted by Kim Shuck, San Francisco’s 7th Poet Laureate emerita. Each month Kim invites poets to read their work, celebrate a publication, or bring attention to specific issues or communities.
Author Readings & Lectures
Engage with your favorite writers and discover your next read.
Poetry
Programs designed to celebrate the art of the poem, including readings and talks.
SWANA Interest
This program honors the diverse cultures, traditions and histories of Southwest Asian and North African heritage.