Join us for an extraordinary day of poetry, music, and creativity at the 3rd Annual Poetry Day with Elisa Korenne, Michael Kleber-Diggs, Hedy Tripp, 翁淑君 Sook Jin Ong, and Purpose Artisans–John Salgado Maldonado and Nicole Konz at Art in Motion on the Holdingford Trail. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to be part of an inspiring and inclusive artistic event. Register now to secure your spot and join us for a day of poetic exploration and musical connection.

Poem to Song Workshop & Jam: Immerse yourself in the art of transforming poetry and lyrics into beautiful songs. Led by a diverse lineup of professional poets, songwriters, and drummers, this workshop will spark your creativity and inspire musical collaboration.

Intercultural Slate: Experience the power of diversity as urban residents connect with suburban and rural residents in a BIPOC-sensitive space. Our program aims to foster understanding and celebrate the richness of different cultures.

Open to All Ages: This event is open to individuals aged 16 and above, as well as families with teens aged 13 and above. Everyone is welcome to explore the magic of words, melody, and music together.

Limited Capacity: To ensure an intimate and engaging experience, we have limited the number of participants to 30. Reserve your spot early to secure your place in this special gathering.

Schedule:
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, we will have four mini-workshops to stimulate creativity.
12:00 PM to 2:30 PM, participants will engage in a songwriting jam, collaborating with others to create beautiful melodies.
2:45 PM to 4:00 PM, The day will culminate in a public performance of the new songs.

Scholarships and Transportation Assistance:
We believe in open access for all. If paying the full price creates a hardship for you or your family, and you need financial support to participate, please indicate how much you could afford to pay for this opportunity. The facilitating artists are all professionals who are being paid for their expertise, and this workshop, valued at $150 per person and $300 per family is being supported by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Central MN Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. Be aware that we have limited funds for scholarships. There is no requirement that you explain why you need support. We trust that you will be honest in your self-assessment of actual need. By requesting only as much support as you need, you are contributing to the well-being of our community, enabling us to allow access to all the individuals and families who want to participate in this poem-to-song-jam workshop.