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Poetry Writing
2022-10-18 18:30:00 2022-10-18 20:30:00 America/Chicago Poetry Writing Highland Park Public Library - Meeting Room 8

Tuesday, October 18
6:30pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2022-10-18 18:30:00 2022-10-18 20:30:00 America/Chicago Poetry Writing 6:30-8:30 ZOOM Highland Park Public Library - Meeting Room 8

6:30-8:30 ZOOM

Class meets 10/18, 11/1, 11/15, 11/29, 12/13

Designed for both beginning and experienced poets. In-class writing exercises will challenge your inner muse as we experiment with various poetic forms (rhymed and unrhymed) and sparks for inspiration.

Cost: $50

Instructor: Jennifer Dotson

Class Size: 8 students

Advanced registration is required.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Library U |

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