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Poetry Writing
2023-03-28 18:30:00 2023-03-28 20:30:00 America/Chicago Poetry Writing Highland Park Public Library - Meeting Room 8

Tuesday, March 28
6:30pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-03-28 18:30:00 2023-03-28 20:30:00 America/Chicago Poetry Writing Winter Session Highland Park Public Library - Meeting Room 8

Winter Session

Class meets on 1/31, 2/14, 2/28, 3/14, 3/28

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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