May 2026

Do you know of an individual or group who deserves recognition for their contributions to the culture of poetry in Oregon? Consider nominating them for OPA’s Patricia Ruth Banta Award, which honors an individual or group that has made a significant contribution to Oregon poetry and to OPA’s mission.  Complete the nomination form online: OPA-Nomination-Form-THE-OREGON-POETRY-ASSOCIATION-PRB-AWARD […]

OPA is thrilled to announce four categories and judges for entries in this year’s summer poetry contest – now open, with a deadline of June 25, 2026: And in the spirit of the 70th Anniversary, all four judges are prior recipients of the OPA Patricia Ruth Banta Award! Note: The contest is a bit earlier

OPA is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 OPA National Poetry Month Contest: First Place: “What the gods have sent or lost” by Randy Bynum Second Place: “The Singer” by Nancy Flynn Third Place: “The Old Pond” by Pepper Trail Honorable Mentions: “Always Returning to Dust” by Keli Osborn “Collateral Gratitude” by Dan