Writing Workshop with Ken Waldman
Ken Waldman will lead a three-hour workshop designed for writers of any experience, ability, and age (though recommended for writers at least 13 years old).
FOUR WRITING PROMPTS: THE BEGINNING OF FOUR NEW STORIES OR POEMS
The more you write, the luckier you get—and each time you start a piece, there's an opportunity to get luckier than ever. The trick is getting started. Here, you'll not only begin four new pieces, but will learn strategies to begin many more. The session is open to writers of all levels and experience.
In addition to being a fiddler (with 12 CDs), Ken Waldman is a former college professor with an MFA in Creative Writing from University of Alaska Fairbanks. He has 16 full-length poetry collections, a memoir (about his life as a touring artist), a children's book, a creative writing manual, and a novel. Over 400 of his stories, poems, and essays have appeared in such journals as Beloit Poetry Journal and Poets & Writers.
Following the workshop, Ken Waldman will perform his signature mix of fiddling, storytelling, and poetry reading.
Bio: Ken Waldman has drawn on 37 years as an Alaska resident to produce poems, stories, and fiddle tunes that combine into a performance uniquely his. 12 CDs mix Appalachian-style string-band music with original poetry. 20 books include 16 poetry collections, a memoir, a children's book, a creative writing manual, and a novel. Since 1995 he's toured full-time, performing at leading festivals, concert series, arts centers, and clubs.
| Date | Saturday, January 27, 2024 |
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| Time | 11:00am - 4:00pm |
| Location | Main |
| Age Group | Teens/Young Adults, Adults |
| Category | Writing, Music & Performing Arts |