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Poetry Writing
2023-04-11 18:30:00 2023-04-11 20:30:00 America/Chicago Poetry Writing Highland Park Public Library - Meeting Room 8

Tuesday, April 11
6:30pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-04-11 18:30:00 2023-04-11 20:30:00 America/Chicago Poetry Writing Spring Session Highland Park Public Library - Meeting Room 8

Spring Session

Class meets 4/11, 4/25, 5/9, 5/23, 6/6

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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