Poetry reading set for Dec. 19 in Rapid City

December 19, 2025

Poet Anpo Jensen will host a reading today in Rapid City, South Dakota. Jensen is the author of “Hero Dreams Shine,” a collection of poetry about “a Lakota girl navigating the challenges of engineering school,” according to Jensen’s website. The reading will feature poetry centered on dreams, courage and global inspiration. The event is open to the public and will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. at Aqua & Acre Market, 614 St. Joseph St.

A book signing with Jensen is scheduled for Dec. 20. Additional information about the event and the book is available through the @herodreamsshine account and on Jensen’s website, anpojensen.com.

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