Poetry at the Art Center: Readers, Writers, and Listeners Wanted!
Join us at the Bonham Creative Arts Center for a monthly celebration of poetry in all its forms. Whether you write your own verses, love to share favorite poems, or simply enjoy listening to the power of words, you’ve found your community!
Each month, we’ll explore a different theme and poetic form, creating a relaxed space where poetry becomes accessible and alive. Share in any or all of our three rounds:
Round 1: Theme-based poems
Round 2: Explorations of form
Round 3: Open choice finale
No experience needed – just bring your love of language. We even have poems on hand if you’d like to join in but haven’t brought your own.
This adult (18+) group embraces poetry’s full range, from playful to profound. Come discover how poetic forms can serve feeling, and how ancient patterns can amplify modern voices. No critiques, no pressure – just the joy of experiencing poetry together.
Thursdays evenings from 6:30 – 8:00 pm
(April meeting will be on a Wednesday)
While it is free to attend, we do strongly prefer that you register before 11 pm the day before so we can adequately prepare for the event. Click the button(s) below to complete a quick registration.
Contact: Michelle Haynes (949) 350-5335 | [email protected]
April Agenda
Round 1: Theme-based poems
April’s theme is “Bloom.” You choose what that means. You could read/write a poem about flowers, ideas, love. Or maybe it’s about blooming social injustice. Even algae blooms would qualify, if there are any biology poets out there!
Round 2: Explorations of form / technique
For April, we’re focusing on the literary techniques of Sound Devices, which poets use to convey and reinforce meaning. To find poems to share, simply ask your favorite web browser or AI assistant “Please help me find poems that feature sound devices.”
Round 3: Open choice finale
If you want to share a winter poem in July, go for it! Love reading “The Raven” out loud? Do it! (Time limit is two minutes, so choose your favorite stanzas.)