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Online Writing Workshop: African American Poetry

Maya Angelou's "Health Food Diner"
2021-02-22 18:00:00 2021-02-22 19:00:00 America/New_York Online Writing Workshop: African American Poetry Want to write poetry, but don't know how? Start with food. Gain inspiration using Maya Angelou's humorous poem about food during this online workshop led by poet David Mills. Only paper, and a pen or pencil are needed. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 14 yrs.+ Palm Springs North Branch -

Monday, February 22
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Want to write poetry, but don't know how? Start with food. Gain inspiration using Maya Angelou's humorous poem about food during this online workshop led by poet David Mills. Only paper, and a pen or pencil are needed. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 14 yrs.+

AGE GROUP: | Young Adult (12-18) | Adult (19+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Writing | Online |

TAGS: | virtual programs | virtual | Literature | Black History Month |

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Sat, Sep 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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Mon, Sep 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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