The Reflections on Riverside program challenges local elementary and junior high school children to consider their surroundings, reflect upon any of Riverside’s natural areas and convey their impressions in poetic form.

The contest is promoted in April to coincide with National Poetry Month and the advent of fair weather in Riverside. One of the many benefits of the contest is that it encourages children to get outside and immerse their senses in Riverside’s natural landscape.

All entries will be compiled in a professionally-bound book to be housed in the Olmsted Room of the Riverside Public Library.

The 2010 Poetry Contest Entry Form, complete with rules, prizes and recognition, is available here as a Word Document or as a PDF.

Check out pictures of the 2008 Reflections on Riverside poetry contest.