Author and poet Januarie York will lead this poetry workshop for kids. Afterward, all poems will be compiled in an online, digital magazine format available for download. Registration required.
Join children's author and poet Januarie York as we explore emotions through color and poetry. Kids in grades 4-8 are welcome to register and join us to explore a workshop where we talk about colors, emotions, and write poetry. At the end of the workshop, all poems will be compiled in an online, digital magazine format available for download a week later. Ms. York appears courtesy of a grant through Indiana Humanities.
Januarie York is a freelance writer, published author, poet, and creative curator. She was recently named the Center for Black Literature and Culture's first Poet Laureate. In addition to performing original works of poetry, she has released two spoken word albums, three books of poetry and essays, and runs an online magazine publication called "LiT Magazine." Januarie has worked with the Asante Children's Theater, Eskenazi Hospital, IU Health, Visit Indy, Indianapolis Central Library, and the Fair Housing Act of Indiana. Her work is displayed in several areas in downtown Indianapolis, including the Circle Centre mall and she recently wrote and recorded the opening poem for the nationally recognized Major Taylor exhibit at the Indiana State Museum.
AGE GROUP: | Teens (12-18) | School Age (6-11) |
TAGS: | Special Events |
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