In this hour and a half generative worksho p\, teens will study a piece by an American contemporary poet with Erica A nderson-Senter\, local poet and professor\, and steep in the importance of what image does and is for poetry. This workshop will focus on how to evo ke emotion for the poet and the reader and how to make poetry more accessi ble to teens. Students of this workshop will walk away with a poem and a b etter understanding of metaphor\, simile\, and image as a powerful tool in literature. Erica worked as a librarian for many years and has an MFA in Creative Writing with a concentration in Poetry.
\nSummer SPARK brin gs amazing events\, creative programming\, and fantastic prizes to everyon e! Get started at www.acpl.info/spark . Summer SPARK is generously funded by the Foellinger Foundation\, Fri ends of the Allen County Public Library and the Allen County Public Librar y Foundation.
\nSpace is limited: register in advance to res erve your spot and receive reminders. Registration will guarantee your seat until the event begins. \;Accessibility needs? Please conta ct ask@acpl.info as soon as possible - we&rsquo\;d love to help.
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