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Get ready to unleash your inner poet and celebrate Poetry Break Day on January 13! This holiday was created in 2014 by author and poet Melanie Faith, with the purpose of encouraging people to take a break from their busy lives and enjoy the beauty of poetry. It's the perfect opportunity to slow down, reflect, and get lost in the enchanting words of poets past and present. So grab a book or pen and paper, find a cozy spot, and let your imagination run wild as you celebrate this day dedicated to all things poetic.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>18th Century</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Poetry Reflection in Literature</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 18th century saw a revival of interest in poetry and its restorative qualities, celebrated in literature and academic circles.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1932</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Civic Poetry Reading Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first recorded civic poetry reading was conducted in New York City, setting precedence for public engagement with poetry.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Poems in Public Spaces</div><div class='timeline-text'>The '70s saw a proliferation of poetry in public spaces, such as subways, promoting break-time poetry reading.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Poetry Month Establishment</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Academy of American Poets established the National Poetry Month in April 1996 to increase public awareness of the importance of poetry.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Poetry Break Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first official Poetry Break Day was celebrated, inspiring people worldwide to take time out of their day to read, write, and appreciate poetry.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a poetry reading</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for a cozy night of poetry reading. Each person can bring their favorite poems to share with the group, or you can choose a theme for everyone to follow.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create blackout poetry</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make your own blackout poetry by taking a page from a book or magazine and blacking out certain words to create a new poem. This is a fun and unique way to celebrate Poetry Break Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a poetry workshop or open mic night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check your local community center or bookstore for any poetry workshops or open mic nights happening on Poetry Break Day. This is a great way to support local poets and get inspired by their work.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a poem for someone special</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to write a heartfelt poem for someone special in your life. It could be a friend, family member, or significant other. This is a meaningful and personal way to celebrate Poetry Break Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a poetry book club</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends who share a love for poetry and start a poetry book club. Each month, choose a new poetry book to read and discuss together. This is a great way to celebrate Poetry Break Day and continue the celebration all year round.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates the power of words</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Poetry has a unique ability to capture emotions and experiences with just a few carefully chosen words. On Poetry Break Day, we can take a moment to appreciate the beauty and impact of language.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages creativity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Writing or reading poetry is a great form of self-expression and can help us tap into our imagination and creativity. Whether you're an experienced poet or a first-timer, Poetry Break Day invites everyone to experiment with words and share their thoughts in a new way.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Poetry is meant to be shared and enjoyed together. On Poetry Break Day, we can gather with friends and family to read our favorite poems, discuss our interpretations, or even host an open mic night. It's a chance for connection and community through literature.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Poetry dates back to prehistoric times</h3><p class='facts-content'>This ancient form of storytelling has been around since before written language, with the earliest forms delivered through the spoken word or song.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Epic of Gilgamesh is the oldest surviving poem</h3><p class='facts-content'>Dating back to 2000 B.C., this ancient Mesopotamian poem is considered the earliest extant piece of literature in the world.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Haikus do not always have to follow the 5-7-5 syllable rule</h3><p class='facts-content'>Traditional Japanese haikus don't always adhere to the 5-7-5 syllable count, instead, they often focus on nature and the changing seasons.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Shakespeare wrote both plays and poetry</h3><p class='facts-content'>The renowned English playwright also wrote 154 sonnets in addition to his famous plays.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Pablo Neruda is known as one of the most famous poets in history</h3><p class='facts-content'>This prolific Chilean poet won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1971, solidifying his place in the pantheon of great poets.</p></div></div>
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