Big Forest Uta-kai (poetry party) returns to Larchmere Abide in April! 

The form of poetry we will write, Gogyohka, celebrates the freedom in being a little off kilter, in surprising the pen with what the human experience has to offer.  What’s more liberating than not knowing what will come next, what will come out of you, what moments and thoughts and feelings that have been stored for how many seasons and suddenly sprout onto paper?

Let’s refresh our hearts with little songs that could be wishes, could be reminders, could be anything, as long as the lines come from you. This is the time of possibility—a time to return to a poetic practice or start a new one. Join us as we come back together for the beautiful communal making we call Uta-kai!

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No experience reading or writing is required. Please bring paper and a pen or pencil with you. This is not a poetry workshop. No critical evaluation of your poetry will take place.  A heart cannot be questioned, only encouraged.

Light meal, good times, an embodiment practice, writing gogyohka, and optional sharing. Gogyohka Uta-Kai is super fun!

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