Massachusetts Statewide Poetry Calendar 2

Join writer and teacher naturalist, salvation burnette, for an in-person poetry workshop and nature walk.
Ever noticed a host of house sparrows swarming a pizza crust on the sidewalk? A rat slurping from a discarded Dunkin cup floating on an oily puddle? A plush cloud pierced by a skyscraper? What do these images say about our urban environment? How does seeing these things affect us? How can we, people who live in the city, use what we see to create art, to create awareness and change, to care for ourselves and our communities?

This is an opportunity for us to spend time noticing the visible ways humans impact and interact with the natural environment, and then we’ll use our observations to create poetry. We will read and talk about poetry that explores nature and/in/against the city. Then, depending on the weather, we’ll go outside and observe our surroundings together or stay indoors and explore some natural materials and artifacts together. Participants can then choose a writing prompt and write/wander on their own. Finally, we’ll reconvene to talk about our experiences, and participants are welcome to share anything they write. No experience needed to write poetry—everyone is welcome!

Registration recommended, but not required. Contact Alea to register.