
“Creativity is contagious – pass it on.”
Albert Einstein
Poetry Playshops & More!
Nourish and savor your creative mojo! Let your genius-in-residence speak!
Experiment with primo writing prompts in a relaxed setting with a posse of kindred spirits.
Excellent for both fledglings & long-time lovers of poetry & creative expression!
Poetry Playshops meet the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
Celebrate National Poetry Month
& Poem In Your Pocket Day!
April Playshop: Get Ready for Poem In Your Pocket Day!
Date: Wednesday, April 11, 2018
Time: 6:30 – 8:45 PM
Location: Bend, OR. Directions given upon registration.
Cost: $25 – 40 sliding scale.
Register now: Call/text 541-318-0045 or email krayna@clearlenscoaching.com
Here’s what one participant said about his experience:
“My English teacher said be quiet, sit up straight, and write poetry the proper way. I failed…and had to stand in front of the class to be instructed on the “right way.” I went to a Poetry Playshop and recovered – there was no right or wrong. I wrote a poem in my own way and shared it in my own voice. Bravo!” Tom Filcich ~ Recovering English Student & Poetry Lover
“Rompu, rompu la murojn inter la popoloj!
Break, break the walls between the peoples!”
Dr. L.L. Zamenhof (1859 – 1917)
A Poetic Journey: Poems of Empathy & Peace
Celebrate National Poetry Month with this special event: poetry curated by moi, inspired by artist Sukha Worob’s exhibit, Zamenhof’s Trials. The visionary L.L. Zamenhof labored to create a common language, Esperanto, to foster communication and peace between people. Come savor poetry of connection. Enjoy listening and sharing in a community of kindred spirits. NO experience with poetry necessary!
Date/Time: Monday April 9, 2018 ~ 7:00 – 9:00PM
Location: Bend Art Center, in the Box Factory on Industrial Way, Bend, Oregon.
No Fee: Donations graciously accepted to benefit Bend Art Center
Register: Contact me at 541-318-0045 or write krayna@clearlenscoaching.com
“Creativity is contagious –
pass it on.”
Albert Einstein
Creative Feast: A Sensory Extravaganza
Bend Art Center’s exhibit creates a stunning backdrop for this special spring Creative Feast, inspired by the exhibit, Zamenhof’s Trials. Chef Anna Witham prepares a four-course seasonal dinner, musician Billy Mickelson of Third Seven performs modern cello and moi, your friendly Poetry Instigator, will MC and serve up poetry between courses. Revel in a sensory experience amid lively conversation at an elegant table for 20. Register now! Tickets go fast.
Date/Time: Saturday April 21, 2018 ~ 6:00 – 8:00PM
Location: Bend Art Center, in the Box Factory on Industrial Way, Bend, Oregon.
Cost: $60 per person, includes food and wine. A screamin’ deal.
Register: Contact Bend Art Center at 541-330-8759. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated.
Additional events are always in the works!
Here’s some stuff already in the ol’ hopper:
April 9th – 7:00 – 9:00 PM: Poetic Journey at Bend Art Center
April 11th – 6:30 – 8:45 PM: Monthly Poetry Playshop
April 21st – 6:30 – 8:30 PM: Creative Feast at Bend Art Center

Image: Paul Klee, Magic Fish