BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Oxford Poetry Library - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Oxford Poetry Library REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230128T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230128T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T152041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221203T152041Z UID:3587-1674912600-1674918000@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:The Poetry Door: "Queering & Gender Justice" DESCRIPTION:In these workshops\, we will consider how poetry can be a tool for self-expression and social justice\, for empathy\, and empowerment. \n\n\n\n\nEveryone has something valuable to express and poetry can help us process our own experiences and learn about the experiences of others. Through readings\, interactive exercises\, group writing games\, and generative prompts\, we will explore the power and joy of writing together. We’ll be working in a variety of forms\, inspired by a diverse set of voices and themes. Looking forward to collaborating with you all and seeing your beautiful words!\n\n\n\n\n\nThese sessions will be led by Serena Alagappan. Serena is a writer and researcher interested in the impact of creative writing on society. She has studied at Princeton and Oxford Universities and published her work in literary journals across the US and UK.\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is for anyone aged 13+. No experience with poetry is required\, and all materials will be provided. Let us know you’re coming by booking a ticket HERE.\n\n\nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible space but please contact us in advance if you have any access needs so we can accommodate those for you. You can email us on oxfordpoetrylibrary@gmail.com or use the contact form below. URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/the-poetry-door-queering-gender-justice/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Activities To Do,Daytime,LGBTQAI+,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/The-Poetry-Door-Social-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230206T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230206T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230129T105156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T174828Z UID:3764-1675711800-1675719000@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:LIT Reading Group- February in person DESCRIPTION:Got started with poetry but not sure where to go next?  Need some support and feedback for a specific piece of writing that is bugging you right now? Just looking for a friendly\, low-pressure space to hang out and chat with folks who love words as much as you do?\n\n\nWhy not join us at LIT?\n\n\nWe are a reading and writing group for cis and trans women\, trans men\, non-binary people\, and people of other minority genders to share their own work and the work of others. We recognise the complexity and limitations of language that can occur when describing gender-specific groups but are inclusive of anyone who self-identifies as the above genders.\nWe host twice-monthly friendly sessions around different themes. We meet in person and online.\n\n\nFor more information about us\, you can read our statement of aims and values on our group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/223789834941256 or email francesca_moll@hotmail.co.uk to be added to our WhatsApp group.\n\n\nThis is the event for our February in person session. There’s no need to book or buy tickets- feel free just to turn up! URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/lit-reading-group-february-in-person/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:LGBTQAI+ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/LIT-group-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230207T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230207T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221209T160421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T173040Z UID:3656-1675798200-1675807200@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:This Is Just To Say: spoken word open mic DESCRIPTION:Join us in the library on the first Tuesday of every month to enjoy all manner of word-weaving\, story-sharing and spell-casting. \nWe welcome poets\, storytellers\, and writers of all kinds to share their work (or the work of others) in a safe\, supportive\, and inclusive space. \nThis month\, we will be theming our evening’s proceedings on TIME. Bring your timeliest writing on the subject of time: its passing\, wasting it\, spending it\, the good times\, the bad times\, and everything in between.\n\nEvery month we feature a performer with a slightly extended set and this month’s featured performer to grace our stage is Alan Buckley. Alan Buckley is a poet\, editor\, and poetry tutor. He was brought up on Merseyside\, and now lives in Oxford. He is the author of two pamphlets – Shiver (2009) and The Long Haul (2016) – and his first full collection\, Touched\, was published by HappenStance in 2020. His work has been highly commended in the Forward and Bridport prizes. For many years he ran events locally featuring both poetry and music\, and is one of the stand-in hosts for Oxford’s Catweazle Club\, which he has performed at regularly since 2004. He was a founding editor of the award-winning pamphlet publisher ignitionpress (based at Oxford Brookes). He co-ran a live literature project at HMP Grendon from 2006 to 2007\, and between 2011 and 2019 was a First Story Writer-in-Residence at several schools in Oxfordshire.\nSlots are 5 minutes long\, and performers sign up on the door – first come\, first served! Performers entry is free! \nAll very welcome to just come and listen. This event is non-ticketed\, with entry £5 on the door (£2 concessions/Patreon patrons). \nDoors at 7.30pm (performers advised to arrive a little earlier\, at 7pm!) \nNote: there is no bar but the event is BYOB (wine and beer only\, no spirits please!) and this event is 18+ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/this-is-just-to-say-spoken-word-open-mic-2/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/this-is-just-to-say-flyer-e1653772097543.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230211T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T152337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221203T160253Z UID:3591-1676122200-1676127600@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:The Poetry Door: "Love Poems" DESCRIPTION:In these workshops\, we will consider how poetry can be a tool for self-expression and social justice\, for empathy\, and empowerment. \nEveryone has something valuable to express and poetry can help us process our own experiences and learn about the experiences of others. Through readings\, interactive exercises\, group writing games\, and generative prompts\, we will explore the power and joy of writing together. We’ll be working in a variety of forms\, inspired by a diverse set of voices and themes. Looking forward to collaborating with you all and seeing your beautiful words! \n  \nThese sessions will be led by Serena Alagappan. Serena is a writer and researcher interested in the impact of creative writing on society. She has studied at Princeton and Oxford Universities and published her work in literary journals across the US and UK. \n  \nThis workshop is for anyone aged 13+. No experience with poetry is required\, and all materials will be provided. Let us know you’re coming by booking a ticket HERE. \n  \nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible space but please contact us in advance if you have any access needs so we can accommodate those for you. You can email us on oxfordpoetrylibrary@gmail.com or use the contact form below. \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/the-poetry-door-love-poems/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Activities To Do,Daytime,LGBTQAI+,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/The-Poetry-Door-Social-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230213T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230213T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T161124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T210121Z UID:3610-1676314800-1676320200@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Getting Started With Poetry - Transformation DESCRIPTION:Whether you’ve never written a poem before\, have just started to write\, or aren’t sure if what you’re writing is poetry\, this monthly workshop is a chance to carve out some time for writing. \nIn each workshop\, we’ll read a poem together\, and use it as our starting point. We’ll suggest some prompts you could take from the poem\, and ideas you might like to borrow. There will be plenty of time to write\, and plenty more prompts if you get stuck. At the end of the session\, you’ll be able to share what you’ve written in a supportive environment. \nAll you need to bring is yourself – these workshops are here for you to enjoy writing and build confidence in your voice. The workshop is open to anyone aged 16+. \nIn this month’s workshop\, we’ll be dreaming up acts of transformation\, and working out how to change one thing into another. \nTell us you’re coming by booking your free ticket here. \nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible space but please do contact us in advance if you have specific requirements. You can email us about this or with any questions about the workshop at oxfordpoetrylibary@gmail.com \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/getting-started-with-poetry-2/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:LGBTQAI+,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Event-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230218T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230218T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T162814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221203T162814Z UID:3631-1676727000-1676732400@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Finding the Words: Creative Writing for Wellbeing DESCRIPTION:Doing something creative and expressive is great for our sense of well-being\, and creative writing is a wonderful way to express ourselves. It can help us make sense of our experiences and find new and helpful ways of seeing things. \nFrom January to June 2023 Oxford Poetry Library will be running creative writing for well-being workshops on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 1.30 to 3pm. \nThe workshops will offer time and space to enjoy creative and expressive writing in a safe\, relaxed and supportive setting. There will be an engaging theme for each workshop\, and we’ll use a variety of writing exercises and prompts to help words flow. \nThe workshops will be facilitated by Mary Mountford\, one of the volunteer librarians at Oxford Poetry Library. Mary is currently studying for a master’s degree in Creative Writing for Therapeutic Purposes. She is also a Registered Nurse and works at Maggie’s Centre in Oxford where she runs a creative writing for well-being group and other supportive groups for people with cancer. She says\, “I’ve used writing most of my life to help me think things through and express my thoughts and feelings. I enjoy writing alone and in groups. It’s a great way to learn about myself and to connect with other people.” \nThese workshops are suitable for anyone over the age of 16 and no previous experience of creative writing is needed. \nThe workshops are free. Pens\, pencils and paper will be provided but please feel free to bring your own notebook if you wish. \nWe have space for 15 people to participate so please check availability and book a free ticket here. \nYou’ll be very welcome to come and discover the joys and benefits of writing. We all have a story to tell. \nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible and inclusive space\, but do email us in advance if you have any specific needs on oxfordpoetrylibrary@gmail.com. You can use this same email for any questions you have about the workshops. \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/finding-the-words-creative-writing-for-wellbeing-2/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Daytime,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/FTW-Social-Media-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230221T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230221T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230208T134417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T093246Z UID:3778-1677007800-1677015000@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:LIT Reading Group: February Online DESCRIPTION:Got started with poetry but not sure where to go next?  Need some support and feedback for a specific piece of writing that is bugging you right now? Just looking for a friendly\, low-pressure space to hang out and chat with folks who love words as much as you do? \nWhy not join us at LIT? \nWe are a reading and writing group for cis and trans women\, trans men\, non-binary people\, and people of other minority genders to share their own work and the work of others.  We take the broadest\, most inclusive interpretation of what this means- if you feel like you might fit with us\, you probably do! \nWe are a group of writers who host twice-monthly friendly sessions around different themes. We meet in person and online. \n  \nFor more information about us\, you can read our statement of aims and values on our group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/223789834941256 or email francesca_moll@hotmail.co.uk to request to join our WhatsApp group. \nThis is the event for our February online session. There’s no need to book or buy tickets- feel free just to join us on the zoom link here:  \nhttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/6400466187?pwd=YmRtV1pXditlWTgxNzBEMlNkRmF1dz09 URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/lit-reading-group-february-online/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/LIT-group-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230304T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230304T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230217T150039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T150039Z UID:3814-1677934800-1677942000@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Drafting Table: Workshop session DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to this new poetry writing group\, where we will share our emerging poems with each other and provide feedback in a safe and inclusive environment. \nMaybe you have been attending the Getting Started sessions and feel ready to edit your work and develop your ideas. Maybe you’re an experienced but unpublished poet who wants to take those next steps in your poetry career. There are no minimum requirements for joining\, poets of all abilities and backgrounds can attend\, just bring a willingness to receive and provide feedback! \nRegular attendance is encouraged\, to help us build a trusting and collaborative community. No need to book in advance and attendance is free\, just turn up! \n  \nWe meet: \n1-3pm \nFirst Saturday of every month at The Community Works\n \n21 Park End Street OX1 1HH \n  URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/drafting-table-workshop-session/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/drafting-table-header-image.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230306T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230306T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230208T142720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T235530Z UID:3782-1678131000-1678138200@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:LIT reading group-March in Person DESCRIPTION:Got started with poetry but not sure where to go next?  Need some support and feedback for a specific piece of writing that is bugging you right now? Just looking for a friendly\, low-pressure space to hang out and chat with folks who love words as much as you do? \nWhy not join us at LIT? \nWe are a reading and writing group for cis and trans women\, trans men\, non-binary people\, and people of other minority genders to share their own work and the work of others.  We take the broadest\, most inclusive interpretation of what this means- if you feel like you might fit with us\, you probably do! \nWe are a group of writers who host twice-monthly friendly sessions around different themes. We meet in person and online. \n  \nFor more information about us\, you can read our statement of aims and values on our group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/223789834941256 or email francesca_moll@hotmail.co.uk to request to join our WhatsApp group. \nThis is the event for our March in person session. There’s no need to book or buy tickets- feel free just to turn up! \n  URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/lit-reading-group-march-in-person/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:LGBTQAI+ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/LIT-group-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230307T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230307T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221209T160613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T143338Z UID:3659-1678217400-1678226400@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:This Is Just To Say: spoken word open mic DESCRIPTION:Join us in the library on the first Tuesday of every month to enjoy all manner of word-weaving\, story-sharing and spell-casting. \nWe welcome poets\, storytellers\, and writers of all kinds to share their work (or the work of others) in a safe\, supportive\, and inclusive space. \nThis month\, our session falls the day before International Women’s Day\, so our theme is “IN OUR HANDS”. Interpret this as you will – feeling empowered and strong\, or more about physicality and the sense of touch. Or all of the above! \n\nEvery month we feature a performer with a slightly extended set and this month’s featured performer to grace our stage is Em Pritchard. Em Pritchard is a poet and bookseller from Oxford. They have performed in the BBC Fringe Slam and the Roundhouse slam\, are a member of The Writing Squad\, were specially commended in the Wasafiri New Writing Prize\, and have poems published in magazines including The Rialto\, Magma and Oxford Poetry. They have a masters in Poetry and Poetics from the University of York\, where they wrote about Elizabeth Bishop’s butch poetics and the queer trees of Frank O’Hara. They love graphic novels\, personal essays and\, right now\, roller derby. \nSlots are 5 minutes long\, and performers sign up on the door – first come\, first served! Performers entry is free! \nAll very welcome to just come and listen. This event is non-ticketed\, with entry £5 on the door (£2 concessions/Patreon patrons). \nDoors at 7.30pm (performers advised to arrive a little earlier!) \nNote: there is no bar but the event is BYOB (wine and beer only\, no spirits please!) and this event is 18+ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/this-is-just-to-say-spoken-word-open-mic-3/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/this-is-just-to-say-flyer-e1653772097543.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230311T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230311T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T152536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221203T160207Z UID:3594-1678541400-1678546800@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:The Poetry Door - "Families: Born\, Lost & Found" DESCRIPTION:In these workshops\, we will consider how poetry can be a tool for self-expression and social justice\, for empathy\, and empowerment. \nEveryone has something valuable to express and poetry can help us process our own experiences and learn about the experiences of others. Through readings\, interactive exercises\, group writing games\, and generative prompts\, we will explore the power and joy of writing together. We’ll be working in a variety of forms\, inspired by a diverse set of voices and themes. Looking forward to collaborating with you all and seeing your beautiful words! \n  \nThese sessions will be led by Serena Alagappan. Serena is a writer and researcher interested in the impact of creative writing on society. She has studied at Princeton and Oxford Universities and published her work in literary journals across the US and UK. \n  \nThis workshop is for anyone aged 13+. No experience with poetry is required\, and all materials will be provided. Let us know you’re coming by booking a ticket HERE. \n  \nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible space but please contact us in advance if you have any access needs so we can accommodate those for you. You can email us on oxfordpoetrylibrary@gmail.com or use the contact form below. \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/the-poetry-door-families-born-lost-found/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Activities To Do,LGBTQAI+,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/The-Poetry-Door-Social-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230313T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230313T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T161328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T203210Z UID:3613-1678734000-1678739400@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Getting Started With Poetry - Thinking Big DESCRIPTION:Whether you’ve never written a poem before\, have just started to write\, or aren’t sure if what you’re writing is poetry\, this monthly workshop is a chance to carve out some time for writing. \nIn each workshop\, we’ll read a poem together\, and use it as our starting point. We’ll suggest some prompts you could take from the poem\, and ideas you might like to borrow. There will be plenty of time to write\, and plenty more prompts if you get stuck. At the end of the session\, you’ll be able to share what you’ve written in a supportive environment. \nThe theme of this month’s workshop is ‘Thinking Big’. We’ll be thinking about the ‘big’ thoughts we have – about life\, about people\, about what we’re here for – and how to make them fit into poems. \nAll you need to bring is yourself – these workshops are here for you to enjoy writing and build confidence in your voice. The workshop is open to anyone aged 16+. \nTell us you are coming by booking your free ticket here. \nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible space but please do contact us in advance if you have specific requirements. You can email us about this or with any questions about the workshop at oxfordpoetrylibary@gmail.com \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/getting-started-with-poetry-3/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Event-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230318T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230318T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T163057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T192920Z UID:3634-1679146200-1679151600@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Finding the Words: Creative Writing for Wellbeing DESCRIPTION:Doing something creative and expressive is great for our sense of well-being\, and creative writing is a wonderful way to express ourselves. It can help us make sense of our experiences and find new and helpful ways of seeing things. \nFrom January to June 2023 Oxford Poetry Library will be running creative writing for well-being workshops on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 1.30 to 3pm. \nThe workshops will offer time and space to enjoy creative and expressive writing in a safe\, relaxed and supportive setting. There will be an engaging theme for each workshop\, and we’ll use a variety of writing exercises and prompts to help words flow. \nThe workshops will be facilitated by Mary Mountford\, one of the volunteer librarians at Oxford Poetry Library. Mary is currently studying for a master’s degree in Creative Writing for Therapeutic Purposes. She is also a Registered Nurse and works at Maggie’s Centre in Oxford where she runs a creative writing for well-being group and other supportive groups for people with cancer. She says\, “I’ve used writing most of my life to help me think things through and express my thoughts and feelings. I enjoy writing alone and in groups. It’s a great way to learn about myself and to connect with other people.” \nThese workshops are suitable for anyone over the age of 16 and no previous experience of creative writing is needed. \nThe workshops are free. Pens\, pencils and paper will be provided but please feel free to bring your own notebook if you wish. \nWe have space for 15 people to participate so please check availability and book a free ticket here. \nYou’ll be very welcome to come and discover the joys and benefits of writing. We all have a story to tell. \nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible and inclusive space\, but do email us in advance if you have any specific needs on oxfordpoetrylibrary@gmail.com. You can use this same email for any questions you have about the workshops. \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/finding-the-words-creative-writing-for-wellbeing-3/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/FTW-Social-Media-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230326T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230326T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230217T150920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T150920Z UID:3818-1679835600-1679842800@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Drafting Table: performance session DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to this new poetry writing group\, where we will share our emerging poems with each other and provide feedback in a safe and inclusive environment. \n  \nMaybe you have been attending the Getting Started sessions and feel ready to edit your work and develop your ideas. Maybe you’re an experienced but unpublished poet who wants to take those next steps in your poetry career. There are no minimum requirements for joining\, poets of all abilities and backgrounds can attend\, just bring a willingness to receive and provide feedback! \n  \nOnce a month\, we will invite a published poet to join us at Gulp Fiction bookstore. There will be a short public reading of their poems followed by a workshop where attendees can learn more about the creative process\, get an insight into what it means to be a poet\, and share our work with each other. \n  \nThis month’s poet is Caitlin Stobie. Caitlin is the author of Thin Slices (Verve Poetry Press) and Abortion Ecologies in Southern African Fiction (Bloomsbury Academic). Her writing has appeared in PN Review\, Tears in the Fence\, Gutter\, Stand and elsewhere\, and has been funded by Arts Council England. She is a winner of the Douglas Livingstone Creative Writing Competition and the Heather Drummond Memorial Prize for Poetry. Caitlin is a Lecturer in Creative Writing at the University of Leeds. \n  \nRegular attendance is encouraged\, to help us build a trusting and collaborative community. No need to book in advance and attendance is free\, just turn up! \n  \nGroup timings are: \n1pm-3pm \nLast Sunday of every month at Gulp Fiction \nCovered Market OX1 3DU URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/drafting-table-performance-session/ LOCATION:Gulp Fiction\, Covered Market\, Oxford\, OX1 3DU\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/drafting-table-header-image.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230401T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230401T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230317T150135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T150135Z UID:3858-1680354000-1680361200@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Drafting Table: Workshop session DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to this new poetry writing group\, where we will share our emerging poems with each other and provide feedback in a safe and inclusive environment. \nMaybe you have been attending the Getting Started sessions and feel ready to edit your work and develop your ideas. Maybe you’re an experienced but unpublished poet who wants to take those next steps in your poetry career. There are no minimum requirements for joining\, poets of all abilities and backgrounds can attend\, just bring a willingness to receive and provide feedback! \nRegular attendance is encouraged\, to help us build a trusting and collaborative community. No need to book in advance and attendance is free\, just turn up! \n  \nWe meet: \n1-3pm \nFirst Saturday of every month at The Community Works\n \n21 Park End Street OX1 1HH URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/drafting-table-workshop-session-2/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/drafting-table-header-image.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230403T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230403T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230319T111540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230319T111840Z UID:3891-1680550200-1680557400@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:LIT Reading Group- April in person DESCRIPTION:Got started with poetry but not sure where to go next?  Need some support and feedback for a specific piece of writing that is bugging you right now? Just looking for a friendly\, low-pressure space to hang out and chat with folks who love words as much as you do? \nWhy not join us at LIT? \nWe are a reading and writing group for cis and trans women\, trans men\, non-binary people\, and people of other minority genders to share their own work and the work of others.  We take the broadest\, most inclusive interpretation of what this means- if you feel like you might fit with us\, you probably do! \nWe are a group of writers who host twice-monthly friendly sessions around different themes. We meet in person and online. \nFor more information about us\, you can read our statement of aims and values on our group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/223789834941256 or email francesca_moll@hotmail.co.uk to request to join our WhatsApp group. \nThis is the event for our April in person session. There’s no need to book or buy tickets- feel free just to turn up! \n  URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/lit-reading-group-april-in-person/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/LIT-group-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230404T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230404T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221209T160750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230311T175259Z UID:3661-1680636600-1680645600@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:This Is Just To Say: spoken word open mic DESCRIPTION:Join us in the library on the first Tuesday of every month to enjoy all manner of word-weaving\, story-sharing and spell-casting. \nWe welcome poets\, storytellers\, and writers of all kinds to share their work (or the work of others) in a safe\, supportive\, and inclusive space. \nSlots are 5 minutes long\, and performers sign up on the door – first come\, first served! Performers entry is free! \nThis month\, the theme of the evening is WHATEVER THE WEATHER. So bring your storms\, your rainy days\, your sunshine\, your thunder and lightning\, your droughts – metaphorical or literal! \nEvery month we feature a performer with a slightly extended set and this month’s featured performer to grace our stage is Vanessa Lampert. Vanessa had her first poem published in 2019 at the age of 55. So excited by this was she that she kept at it and has since won the Café Writers prize\, the Edward Thomas prize\, the Sentinel prize and the Ver Poetry prize twice and come second in the Fish\, Yeovil\, Oxford Brookes\, Ware\, and Kent & Sussex prizes. She was commended in the National Poetry Competition 2020 and listed in 2021. Her pamphlet ‘On Long Loan’ was published by Live Canon in 2020. Her first full collection ‘Say It With Me’ will be published by Seren in April 2023 and is nominated for The Forward First Collection prize. In the same book she also has a nomination in the Best Single Poem category. \nAll very welcome to just come and listen. This event is non-ticketed\, with entry £5 on the door (£2 concessions/Patreon patrons). \nDoors at 7.30pm (performers advised to arrive from 7pm!) \nNote: we have a bar available on the night courtesy of Lula’s Ethiopian Cuisine\, so this event is no longer BYOB! URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/this-is-just-to-say-spoken-word-open-mic-4/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/this-is-just-to-say-flyer-e1653772097543.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230408T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230408T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T152727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221203T160132Z UID:3597-1680960600-1680966000@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:The Poetry Door: "Illness & Healing" DESCRIPTION:In these workshops\, we will consider how poetry can be a tool for self-expression and social justice\, for empathy\, and empowerment. \nEveryone has something valuable to express and poetry can help us process our own experiences and learn about the experiences of others. Through readings\, interactive exercises\, group writing games\, and generative prompts\, we will explore the power and joy of writing together. We’ll be working in a variety of forms\, inspired by a diverse set of voices and themes. Looking forward to collaborating with you all and seeing your beautiful words! \n  \nThese sessions will be led by Serena Alagappan. Serena is a writer and researcher interested in the impact of creative writing on society. She has studied at Princeton and Oxford Universities and published her work in literary journals across the US and UK. \n  \nThis workshop is for anyone aged 13+. No experience with poetry is required\, and all materials will be provided. Let us know you’re coming by booking a ticket HERE. \n  \nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible space but please contact us in advance if you have any access needs so we can accommodate those for you. You can email us on oxfordpoetrylibrary@gmail.com or use the contact form below. URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/the-poetry-door-illness-healing/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Activities To Do,LGBTQAI+,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/The-Poetry-Door-Social-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230410T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230410T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T161540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230402T143357Z UID:3616-1681153200-1681158600@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Getting Started With Poetry - Facing Yourself DESCRIPTION:Whether you’ve never written a poem before\, have just started to write\, or aren’t sure if what you’re writing is poetry\, this monthly workshop is a chance to carve out some time for writing. \nIn each workshop\, we’ll read a poem together\, and use it as our starting point. We’ll suggest some prompts you could take from the poem\, and ideas you might like to borrow. There will be plenty of time to write\, and plenty more prompts if you get stuck. At the end of the session\, you’ll be able to share what you’ve written in a supportive environment. \nThis month’s workshop is themed around ‘Facing Yourself’. We’ll be working out how poems can act as mirrors to show the dense and knotty parts of ourselves. \nAll you need to bring is yourself – these workshops are here for you to enjoy writing and build confidence in your voice. The workshop is open to anyone aged 16+. \nTell us you are coming by booking your free ticket here. \nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible space but please do contact us in advance if you have specific requirements. You can email us about this or with any questions about the workshop at oxfordpoetrylibary@gmail.com \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/getting-started-with-poetry-4/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Event-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230415T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230415T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T163434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221203T163434Z UID:3637-1681565400-1681570800@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Finding the Words: Creative Writing for Wellbeing DESCRIPTION:Doing something creative and expressive is great for our sense of well-being\, and creative writing is a wonderful way to express ourselves. It can help us make sense of our experiences and find new and helpful ways of seeing things. \nFrom January to June 2023 Oxford Poetry Library will be running creative writing for well-being workshops on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 1.30 to 3pm. \nThe workshops will offer time and space to enjoy creative and expressive writing in a safe\, relaxed and supportive setting. There will be an engaging theme for each workshop\, and we’ll use a variety of writing exercises and prompts to help words flow. \nThe workshops will be facilitated by Mary Mountford\, one of the volunteer librarians at Oxford Poetry Library. Mary is currently studying for a master’s degree in Creative Writing for Therapeutic Purposes. She is also a Registered Nurse and works at Maggie’s Centre in Oxford where she runs a creative writing for well-being group and other supportive groups for people with cancer. She says\, “I’ve used writing most of my life to help me think things through and express my thoughts and feelings. I enjoy writing alone and in groups. It’s a great way to learn about myself and to connect with other people.” \nThese workshops are suitable for anyone over the age of 16 and no previous experience of creative writing is needed. \nThe workshops are free. Pens\, pencils and paper will be provided but please feel free to bring your own notebook if you wish. \nWe have space for 15 people to participate so please check availability and book a free ticket here. \nYou’ll be very welcome to come and discover the joys and benefits of writing. We all have a story to tell. \nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible and inclusive space\, but do email us in advance if you have any specific needs on oxfordpoetrylibrary@gmail.com. You can use this same email for any questions you have about the workshops. \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/finding-the-words-creative-writing-for-wellbeing-4/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/FTW-Social-Media-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230417T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230417T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230319T112155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230319T112222Z UID:3897-1681759800-1681767000@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:LIT Reading Group- April Online DESCRIPTION:Got started with poetry but not sure where to go next?  Need some support and feedback for a specific piece of writing that is bugging you right now? Just looking for a friendly\, low-pressure space to hang out and chat with folks who love words as much as you do? \nWhy not join us at LIT? \nWe are a reading and writing group for cis and trans women\, trans men\, non-binary people\, and people of other minority genders to share their own work and the work of others.  We take the broadest\, most inclusive interpretation of what this means- if you feel like you might fit with us\, you probably do! \nWe are a group of writers who host twice-monthly friendly sessions around different themes. We meet in person and online. \nFor more information about us\, you can read our statement of aims and values on our group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/223789834941256 or email francesca_moll@hotmail.co.uk to request to join our WhatsApp group. \nThis is the event for our April online session. There’s no need to book or buy tickets- feel free just to join us on the zoom link here:  \nhttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/75902921249?pwd=zdrDKcs8uyqGFJoplw2pEPQ248nBa8.1 URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/lit-reading-group-april-online/ CATEGORIES:LGBTQAI+ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/LIT-group-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230429T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230429T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T152944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221209T122715Z UID:3600-1682775000-1682780400@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:The Poetry Door: "Oral Histories & Ethnopoetic Transcription" DESCRIPTION:  \nIn these workshops\, we will consider how poetry can be a tool for self-expression and social justice\, for empathy\, and empowerment. \nEveryone has something valuable to express and poetry can help us process our own experiences and learn about the experiences of others. Through readings\, interactive exercises\, group writing games\, and generative prompts\, we will explore the power and joy of writing together. We’ll be working in a variety of forms\, inspired by a diverse set of voices and themes. Looking forward to collaborating with you all and seeing your beautiful words! \n  \nThese sessions will be led by Serena Alagappan. Serena is a writer and researcher interested in the impact of creative writing on society. She has studied at Princeton and Oxford Universities and published her work in literary journals across the US and UK. \n  \nThis workshop is for anyone aged 13+. No experience with poetry is required\, and all materials will be provided. Let us know you’re coming by booking a ticket HERE. \n  \nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible space but please contact us in advance if you have any access needs so we can accommodate those for you. You can email us on oxfordpoetrylibrary@gmail.com or use the contact form below. \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/the-poetry-door-oral-histories-ethnopoetic-transcription/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Activities To Do,Daytime,LGBTQAI+,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/The-Poetry-Door-Social-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230430T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230430T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230317T202152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T193052Z UID:3869-1682859600-1682866800@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Drafting Table: performance session DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to this new poetry writing group\, where we will share our emerging poems with each other and provide feedback in a safe and inclusive environment. \nMaybe you have been attending the Getting Started sessions and feel ready to edit your work and develop your ideas. Maybe you’re an experienced but unpublished poet who wants to take those next steps in your poetry career. There are no minimum requirements for joining\, poets of all abilities and backgrounds can attend\, just bring a willingness to receive and provide feedback! \nOnce a month\, we will invite a published poet to join us at Gulp Fiction bookstore. There will be a short public reading of their poems followed by a workshop where attendees can learn more about the creative process\, get an insight into what it means to be a poet\, and share our work with each other. April’s poet is Cia Mangat. \nCia Mangat (she/her) is a writer from London. A former Foyle and Barbican Young Poet\, she has read poems in places such as the Southbank Centre\, Ledbury Poetry Festival and BBC Radio\, and published them in bath magg\, Propel Magazine and the Isis. She edits Zindabad Zine. \nPlease note that workshops are limited to 20 attendees in the upstairs space\, so get there early to avoid disappointment. Feel free to email any queries to opldraftingtable@gmail.com \n  URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/drafting-table-performance-session-2/ LOCATION:Gulp Fiction\, Covered Market\, Oxford\, OX1 3DU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Community Event,LGBTQAI+,Reading / Launch,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/drafting-table-header-image.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230501T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230501T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230319T112850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230319T112850Z UID:3909-1682969400-1682976600@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:LIT Reading Group- May in person DESCRIPTION:Got started with poetry but not sure where to go next?  Need some support and feedback for a specific piece of writing that is bugging you right now? Just looking for a friendly\, low-pressure space to hang out and chat with folks who love words as much as you do? \nWhy not join us at LIT? \nWe are a reading and writing group for cis and trans women\, trans men\, non-binary people\, and people of other minority genders to share their own work and the work of others.  We take the broadest\, most inclusive interpretation of what this means- if you feel like you might fit with us\, you probably do! \nWe are a group of writers who host twice-monthly friendly sessions around different themes. We meet in person and online. \nFor more information about us\, you can read our statement of aims and values on our group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/223789834941256 or email francesca_moll@hotmail.co.uk to request to join our WhatsApp group. \nThis is the event for our May in person session. There’s no need to book or buy tickets- feel free just to turn up! URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/lit-reading-group-may-in-person/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:LGBTQAI+ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/LIT-group-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221209T161124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T172713Z UID:3664-1683055800-1683064800@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:This Is Just To Say: spoken word open mic DESCRIPTION:Join us in the library on the first Tuesday of every month to enjoy all manner of word-weaving\, story-sharing and spell-casting. \nWe welcome poets\, storytellers\, and writers of all kinds to share their work (or the work of others) in a safe\, supportive\, and inclusive space. \nSlots are 5 minutes long\, and performers sign up on the door – first come\, first served! Performers entry is free! \nThis month\, the theme of the evening is FRAGMENTS. Bring along fragments of yourself\, parts of you lost or found\, parts that you’re still searching for…fragments of your imagination\, dreams\, moments that pass you by. \nEvery month we feature a performer with a slightly extended set and this month’s featured performer to grace our stage is Memoona Ahmed. Memoona is a young British-Pakistani poet and writer. She won University College Oxford’s ‘Univ’s Next Novelist’ competition in 2019\, and her poetry has featured in the Word Association’s 2020 anthology ‘Words to Live By’ (Bite Poetry Press). Her debut poetry collection ‘once-joined pieces’ is set to be released in April 2023 with Bite Poetry Press. \nAll very welcome to just come and listen. This event is non-ticketed\, with entry £5 on the door (£2 concessions/Patreon patrons). \nDoors at 7.30pm (performers advised to arrive a little earlier!) \nNote: we have a bar available on the night courtesy of Lula’s Ethiopian Cuisine\, so this event is no longer BYOB! \n\n  URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/this-is-just-to-say-spoken-word-open-mic-5/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/this-is-just-to-say-flyer-e1653772097543.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230506T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230506T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230317T204158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T204158Z UID:3884-1683378000-1683385200@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Drafting Table: Workshop session DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to this new poetry writing group\, where we will share our emerging poems with each other and provide feedback in a safe and inclusive environment. \nMaybe you have been attending the Getting Started sessions and feel ready to edit your work and develop your ideas. Maybe you’re an experienced but unpublished poet who wants to take those next steps in your poetry career. There are no minimum requirements for joining\, poets of all abilities and backgrounds can attend\, just bring a willingness to receive and provide feedback! \nRegular attendance is encouraged\, to help us build a trusting and collaborative community. No need to book in advance and attendance is free\, just turn up! \nFeel free to email queries to opldraftingtable@gmail.com \n  \nWe meet: \n1-3pm \nFirst Saturday of every month at The Community Works\n \n21 Park End Street OX1 1HH URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/drafting-table-workshop-session-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/drafting-table-header-image.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230508T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230508T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T161731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T163548Z UID:3619-1683572400-1683577800@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Getting Started With Poetry DESCRIPTION:Whether you’ve never written a poem before\, have just started to write\, or aren’t sure if what you’re writing is poetry\, this monthly workshop is a chance to carve out some time for writing. \nIn each workshop\, we’ll read a poem together\, and use it as our starting point. We’ll suggest some prompts you could take from the poem\, and ideas you might like to borrow. There will be plenty of time to write\, and plenty more prompts if you get stuck. At the end of the session\, you’ll be able to share what you’ve written in a supportive environment. \nAll you need to bring is yourself – these workshops are here for you to enjoy writing and build confidence in your voice. The workshop is open to anyone aged 16+. \nThe theme of this month’s workshop is Naming Feeling. We’ll be working out how to honour the big feelings in our poems\, how we might characterise them and what we want to say with them. \nTell us you are coming by booking a free ticket here. \nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible space but please do contact us in advance if you have specific requirements. You can email us about this or with any questions about the workshop at oxfordpoetrylibary@gmail.com \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/getting-started-with-poetry-5/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Event-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230515T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230515T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230319T112439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T120735Z UID:3901-1684179000-1684186200@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:LIT Reading Group- May Online DESCRIPTION:Got started with poetry but not sure where to go next?  Need some support and feedback for a specific piece of writing that is bugging you right now? Just looking for a friendly\, low-pressure space to hang out and chat with folks who love words as much as you do? \nWhy not join us at LIT? \nWe are a reading and writing group for cis and trans women\, trans men\, non-binary people\, and people of other minority genders to share their own work and the work of others.  We take the broadest\, most inclusive interpretation of what this means- if you feel like you might fit with us\, you probably do! \nWe are a group of writers who host twice-monthly friendly sessions around different themes. We meet in person and online. \nFor more information about us\, you can read our statement of aims and values on our group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/223789834941256 or email francesca_moll@hotmail.co.uk to request to join our WhatsApp group. \nThis is the event for our May online session. There’s no need to book or buy tickets- feel free just to join us on the zoom link here:  \nhttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/75902921249?pwd=zdrDKcs8uyqGFJoplw2pEPQ248nBa8.1 URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/lit-reading-group-may-online/ CATEGORIES:LGBTQAI+ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/LIT-group-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230520T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230520T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20221203T163557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221203T163557Z UID:3640-1684589400-1684594800@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Finding the Words: Creative Writing for Wellbeing DESCRIPTION:Doing something creative and expressive is great for our sense of well-being\, and creative writing is a wonderful way to express ourselves. It can help us make sense of our experiences and find new and helpful ways of seeing things. \nFrom January to June 2023 Oxford Poetry Library will be running creative writing for well-being workshops on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 1.30 to 3pm. \nThe workshops will offer time and space to enjoy creative and expressive writing in a safe\, relaxed and supportive setting. There will be an engaging theme for each workshop\, and we’ll use a variety of writing exercises and prompts to help words flow. \nThe workshops will be facilitated by Mary Mountford\, one of the volunteer librarians at Oxford Poetry Library. Mary is currently studying for a master’s degree in Creative Writing for Therapeutic Purposes. She is also a Registered Nurse and works at Maggie’s Centre in Oxford where she runs a creative writing for well-being group and other supportive groups for people with cancer. She says\, “I’ve used writing most of my life to help me think things through and express my thoughts and feelings. I enjoy writing alone and in groups. It’s a great way to learn about myself and to connect with other people.” \nThese workshops are suitable for anyone over the age of 16 and no previous experience of creative writing is needed. \nThe workshops are free. Pens\, pencils and paper will be provided but please feel free to bring your own notebook if you wish. \nWe have space for 15 people to participate so please check availability and book a free ticket here. \nYou’ll be very welcome to come and discover the joys and benefits of writing. We all have a story to tell. \nThe Oxford Poetry Library is an accessible and inclusive space\, but do email us in advance if you have any specific needs on oxfordpoetrylibrary@gmail.com. You can use this same email for any questions you have about the workshops. \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/finding-the-words-creative-writing-for-wellbeing-5/ LOCATION:The Community Works\, 21 Park End Street\, Oxford\, OX1 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/FTW-Social-Media-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230528T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230528T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T233459 CREATED:20230317T202723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T143346Z UID:3872-1685278800-1685286000@oxfordpoetrylibrary.com SUMMARY:Drafting Table: performance session DESCRIPTION:Welcome to this new poetry writing group\, where we share our emerging poems with each other and provide feedback in a safe and inclusive environment. \nOnce a month\, we invite an established/published poet to join us at Gulp Fiction bookstore. There will be a short public reading of their poems followed by a workshop where attendees can learn more about the creative process\, get an insight into what it means to be a poet\, and share their work with each other. May’s poet is the wonderful Savannah Brown. \nSavannah is an American writer and poet based in London. She’s the author of two novels (Penguin Random UK) and three poetry collections dealing with themes of existence\, vulnerability and intimacy in the digital age. i-D called her ‘the poet articulating your deepest existential fears’. Savannah has acted as a judge for the National Poetry Day competition\, patron for the Foyle Young Poets Prize\, and has performed for the Oxford Union. \nBOOKING IS ESSENTIAL: https://DraftingTableMay.eventbrite.com \nPlease note that workshops are limited to 15 attendees in the upstairs space\, which may be difficult for some people to access. \nFeel free to email any queries to opldraftingtable@gmail.com URL:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/event/drafting-table-performance-session-3/ LOCATION:Gulp Fiction\, Covered Market\, Oxford\, OX1 3DU\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oxfordpoetrylibrary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/drafting-table-header-image.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR