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Teen Summer Poetry Camp

Originally Published: July 02, 2013

Oldtimey Pegasus

If you're a teen in Chicago and you're reading this, it's time to get away from the computer and get thee to the PF for a summer poetry camp. Starting next week, we're hosting a series of workshops at our 61 West Superior Street building. It's all free—you just have to sign up. More:

Thursday, Jul 11, 10:30AM–12:30PM
Thursday, Jul 18, 10:30AM–12:30PM
Thursday, Jul 25, 10:30AM–12:30PM

Poetry Foundation
61 West Superior Street

Participants will meet once a week for three weeks to read, discuss, and respond to contemporary works of poetry. Participants will analyze a variety of different poetic works, and learn poetic and storytelling skills through the creation of their own creative work. Lessons include a range of activities designed to strengthen poetic and storytelling skills and develop personal creativity. Campers will have the opportunity to explore the Foundation's library and create their own work in response to what they find there.

FREE. All materials and supplies will be provided. All experience levels welcome, open to students in 9th-10th grade, 15 participants. Email [email protected] to register.