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Wick Writing Workshop for Adults – “Where We Live”

Community Read: A Shared Literary Experience

2024-09-30 11:00:00 2024-09-30 13:00:00 America/New_York Wick Writing Workshop for Adults – “Where We Live” A teaching artist from KSU’s Wick Poetry Center leads participants through an expressive writing workshop on the themes of home and creating a sense of belonging. All experience levels welcome. Northwest Akron Branch Library - Community Room

Monday, September 30
11:00am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-30 11:00:00 2024-09-30 13:00:00 America/New_York Wick Writing Workshop for Adults – “Where We Live” A teaching artist from KSU’s Wick Poetry Center leads participants through an expressive writing workshop on the themes of home and creating a sense of belonging. All experience levels welcome. Northwest Akron Branch Library - Community Room

A teaching artist from KSU’s Wick Poetry Center leads participants through an expressive writing workshop on the themes of home and creating a sense of belonging. All experience levels welcome.

Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.836.1081.

What makes a home, home? What creates a sense of belonging? Join Teaching Artists from Kent State University’s Wick Poetry Center for an expressive writing workshop on these themes. Teaching artists will lead participants through a discussion of model texts to generate individual and collaborative written responses. All backgrounds and experience levels welcome.

This program is part of our Community Read, a shared reading experience focused on the theme of “Where We Live.” Community Read includes book discussions, writing workshops, and art programs that foster the exchange of ideas and perspectives as we celebrate 150 years of service and community.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Writing |

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Northwest Akron Branch Library

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Phone: 330.836.1081
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Greg Trask

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The Northwest Akron Branch Library, along with its neighbor, the Northwest Family Recreation Center, serves as a center of active learning through a diverse offering of programs and resources. A rich collection of books for all ages is just one aspect of what the branch has to offer; its outstanding multimedia collection includes music CDs, audiobooks, and feature and documentary films. The collection has something for just about every interest and taste. Computers and computer classes, WiFi, printing, copying, scanning, and faxing are additional services that make personal and professional growth possible.

Look for Northwest Akron Branch staff at local schools and early childhood centers and at community events throughout the year. Visit the branch for more opportunities to learn and explore with others. Programming for all ages at the library is responsive to community interests, with play and story programming for very young children, book discussion groups for adults, school-age and teen crafting and gaming opportunities, and more. The Northwest Akron Branch Library—your one-stop spot for all your educational and entertainment needs and interests.

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