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Claremont Graduate University's 15th Annual Kingsley and Kate Tufts Poetry Awards (2007)

"Leonard Nimoy introduced the winners and read poems from each of their award-winning books" (more/close)

 

 

The Force of Poetry

Former U.S. Poet Laureate Robert Pinsky spoke at the Claremont Graduate University's 15th annual Kingsley and Kate Tufts Poetry Awards ceremony, held recently at Zipper Hall. Leonard Nimoy introduced the winners and read poems from each of their award-winning books.

The ceremony was followed by a patron dinner at the Omni Hotel honoring the winners. Award recipients were Rodney Jones ($100,000 Kingsley Tufts Award) and Eric McHenry ($10,000 Kate Tufts Discovery Award), with a special recognition to emeritus president John D. Maguire.

Source: Jewish Journal

 

 

 

 

Hammer Museum Gala in the Garden (2007)

On October 12, 2007, artists, gallerists, philanthropists, collectors, important figures in entertainment, and fashion world notables gathered for the Hammer Museum's fifth annual Gala in the Garden. The Gala raised $1 million for the Hammer's renowned exhibitions and public programs and honored influential LA-based artist Mike Kelley and legendary designer and patron of the arts Miuccia Prada. The event was chaired by Susan Bay Nimoy and Leonard Nimoy with tribute speeches by Cindy Sherman and John Waters.

Source: Hammer

 

 

 

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