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6-Week Workshop: Demystifying Poetry–Reading and Writing Poems

Have you always wanted to try writing poetry, but felt intimidated? In this class, we will read an abundance of approachable poetry, including poets Lucille Clifton, Ross Gay and Ada Limon. We will discuss poetry in a comfortable and non-judgmental space, and we'll generate work in class using prompts that will set you up for success. Poetry doesn't need to be a mystery. This class will help you find poetry to connect with and love.

Each week, we’ll read and discuss poems in order to study form and craft; we’ll have focused writing time, to apply what we learn from our in-class reading and writing assignments to our own poems; and we’ll have an optional opportunity to share our work for peer and teaching artist feedback.

All Classes listed on the Loft website take place in Central Time.

Instructions for Accessing This Online Class

In order to access live class meetings, you must have the Zoom application downloaded to your computer. You will also need a WiFi/Internet connection throughout the duration of your scheduled meeting and a computer with audio and video capability. The information to join your Zoom classroom will be provided in your confirmation email upon registration. Please check spam folders if you do not see this email upon registration. For more information on how to use Zoom, please see our training manual here.

Some classes use a supplemental Google Classroom page. Should your teaching artist use Google Classroom, you will be invited to join the classroom via email at least 24 hours in advance of your class (check spam folders if you are not seeing this invitation). Please note that Google Classroom requires a Gmail address to access the Classroom. If you do not have a Gmail account, the email invitation will be sent to the email address we have on file and will prompt you to create a free account or enter an existing account to join the classroom. If we are unable to send an email invitation to your non-gmail account, you will be contacted by a staff member to provide a Gmail address. If you do not have a Gmail account, you can create a free account here. Should you have concerns about this, please contact a Loft staff member at [email protected] or 612-379-8999. For more information on how to use Google Classroom, please see our training manual here.