Poetry Nook

Retreat to Visual Arts Mississauga to Connect, Learn and Share all things poetry, Sunday October 25th, 1:30pm - 3:30pm Poetry Nook A relaxed, welcoming poetic community dedicated to the joy of words, awaits where poets gather to: Connect, Learn and Share Hang out and chat with fellow local writers who love expression. Explore fun new writing prompts and poetic techniques together. Read your poems aloud in a supportive, zero-judgment space. Whether you write every day or are just getting started, the Poetry Nook is all about fun, community, and creative comfort. Join us and be a part of our poetry collective. Grab your favorite pen, bring a notebook, and come as you are! Everyone is welcome. Poetry Nook Program Schedule 1:30pm – 1:45 Settle In (Gather, network and Sign-up for Open Mic readings) 1:45pm - 2:15pm Spotlight Poet (Reading, Discussion and Q & A) NOTE: October 25th– Featuring Andrea Josic, 5th Poet Laureate City of Mississauga, award winning writer and performer whose features include CBC Radio, Global News, and TTC 2:15pm – 2:45pm Sparking Creative Flame (Writing prompts to inspire poetry writing and sharing) 2:45pm – 3:00pm Refuel (Break) 3:00pm – 3:30pm Open Mic (Audience Poetry Readings- Sign-up On Arrival)