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1006 Penn Ave., La Grande, OR 97850
PO Box 541, La Grande, OR 97850
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541-624-2800
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Poetry as Historical Fiction: Using Secondary Materials to Create Vivid Poems
November 17, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
$20 – $25
In this online class, participants will explore using secondary materials to create depth in their poetic voice and imagery. Participants are welcome to bring secondary materials to use if they have ideas already in mind, or they can work with provided materials. During the evening, participants will read sample poems and generate two to three poems from prompts. Participants will also share their writing (optional) to celebrate their accomplishments.
Students are responsible for providing a device with which they can participate in the class via Zoom. Please contact info@artcentereast if you need assistance in preparing to take an online class.
(Age 16+)
Teaching Artist: Nancy Knowles
Cost: $20 Member / $25 Non-Member
Artist Bio: Nancy Knowles is a Professor of English/Writing at Eastern Oregon University. As a recipient of a Union County Cultural Coalition grant to participate in the Fishtrap Summer Gathering, she is paying forward lessons learned by sharing the joy of poetry with others.
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Registration cancellations & transfers must be made through Art Center East at (541) 624-2800 48 hours or more before the class start time. We cannot issue refunds or transfers for cancellations received after the 48-hour cutoff. Exceptions will be considered for medical or family emergencies. ACE will honor a refund, minus a $10 administration fee when the cancellation is made 48 hours or more before class start date. When a class is canceled due to low enrollment, we will issue a refund for all registration fees. ACE will contact you in the event of a cancellation. Face coverings will be required in accordance with statewide regulations current at the time.
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