We’re excited to welcome former Montana Poet Laureate Mark Gibbons to BIRD DROPPINGS at Gallery 709 on May 28. A longtime Missoula poet, teacher, and advocate for the literary arts, Mark Gibbons has spent decades bringing poetry into schools, communities, and public spaces across Montana. His work blends humor, humanity, and a deep sense of place, making him one of Montana’s most recognizable literary voices. Whether you’re already a poetry fan or just curious to experience s

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