Interested in serving as Santa Barbara’s next Poet Laureate? Join us Tuesday, December 8, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. for a virtual informational workshop about the application process and to learn more about the role and its responsibilities.

We will review the application guidelines, so bring your questions! Current Poet Laureate George Yatchisin will share insights into the role, joined by representatives of the Santa Barbara Public Library and the Office of Arts and Culture.

Attendance at the workshop is optional. To register for the workshop, go to https://santabarbaracounty.zoomgov.com/…/wyNZnWhCRiSEwO…

Applications will be accepted December 1, 2026, through February 12, 2027.