Glad you're all here.
Nice to have such a great big crowd
to talk about something so terrifying as Edgar Allan Poe.
You've all made a wise choice.
We're glad you're joining us this evening.
My name is Tyler.
I work here as the executive director at the Poetry Center.
And my pleasure is to introduce Daniel Armenta, who's
here from Literacy Connects.
Daniel works as the community engagement and reach out
and read manager at Literacy Connects.
He's been a huge partner with the NEA and the Big Read.
We're really glad that he's here.
He's going to tell you a little bit more
about what's happening.
Please welcome Daniel Armenta.
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