After nomination by Arts & Humanities Bainbridge, Michele’s appointment was unanimously confirmed for a two-year term by the Bainbridge Island City Council at its September 27, 2022 meeting.
Michele Bombardier
Arts & Humanities Bainbridge and the City of Bainbridge Island are pleased to announce the appointment of Michele Bombardier as Bainbridge Island’s inaugural Poet Laureate.
Following her confirmation, she said,
“I’m honored to serve as Bainbridge Island’s inaugural poet laureate. I look forward to organizing events such as workshops and open mics as well as bringing regional and national poets to Bainbridge for readings. We have such a vibrant arts community here and I’m glad that poetry is welcome at the table. My hope is that this position will provide opportunities for everyone in our community to experience poetry in new ways.”