3 Thursday sessions: December 3, 10, 17 (2009)
6-7:30pm
Taught by Claire Donato
For ages 10 and up
How can we make poetry by exploring the language of our family stories? Stories can be a place we visit, and poetry can help us explore the places we remember. When we retell a story, we take our place in it. This retelling can bring us closer to our loved ones.
In this workshop we'll write poetry based on an interview with a family member. During our first class, we'll discuss how to get the most out of an interview and read published poems based on family stories. You'll attend the second class with a family member whom you'll interview in 826's recording studio. During the last class, you'll retell your family member's story using poetry collage techniques. The class will culminate in the production of a chapbook of your work to share with your family.
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Students may also sign up for workshops in person at 826NYC. All workshops require a $25 deposit which will be returned once the student has attended all sessions of the class. Please call 718.499.9884 if you have any questions.