Honor Jack Powers in 2011
This past October, Jack Powers, Boston poet and artistic figurehead, passed away after a long bout of illness. As the founder of Stone Soup Poetry, a 39 year old weekly reading series, Powers was know... continue reading »
"Jack Powers the Poet is immortal."
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"this is a good cause"
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"Wonderful legacy for young poets and city dwellers!"
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"Pity the Powerless City"
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"Jack forever gave of himself and was always there to help a friend in need."
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"Jack Powers was my hero since the late sixties when I first stumbled upon a poetry reading of his at his space near Buzzy's Roast Beef! He was tireless in his quest to bring powerful poetry to the common folk ... I am one of those folks who has been empow"
"I sign this with enduring memory of my remarkable meeting with Jack and his kindness"
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"Jack was the neighborhood arts champion. He was this city. He made "little" people feel worthy."
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"Jack was always a good freind,sweet guy,steadfast patron of the arts."
"Jack was an incredibly enthusiastic supporter of Boston poetry and poets. Boston is a richer city culturally for his efforts."
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"it's important to honor those who had a great impact on the community."
"Jack gave long-term personal help to countless people, including a close friend of mine. He put her up for almost a year when she first arrived in Boston without any funds, and he took a fatherly interest in her for years afterwards. He was one of the tru"
"I support this petition"
"Please honor the memory of a major literary figure."
