Immerse yourself in the vibrant arts and culture of Ithaca, NY, at the 16th Annual Spring Writes Literary Festival! From May 2nd to 18th, downtown Ithaca transforms into a dynamic hub of creativity, bringing together over 110 local writers and artists for a celebration unlike any other. This festival is a cornerstone of Ithaca's cultural offerings, showcasing the depth and ... Read More
With Melissa Tuckey. Bertolt Brecht wrote, “In the dark times, / will there be singing? / Yes, there will be singing. / About the dark times.” In this 2 hour writing workshop, we will read contemporary, multi-cultural poems that successfully navigate the space between personal and political, with prompts for writing.
With Wren Tuatha. Does making a list into a poem sound like cheating? It’s possible that poems you remember most are based on lists, whether you detected them or not. Begin with Major Jackson’s “Why I Write Poetry”… Utilizing countless forms, voices, and shapes, a list can really make your topic pop off the page and perform. The list is ... Read More
With Angela Somma. Are you ready to embark on a literary adventure where dreams come to life, galaxies collide, and magic pulses through every word? Look no further! Our workshop is a haven for writers who crave limitless creativity and seek to weave untold tales. Our special ingredient? This mantra: “Live your YA fantasy. Be who you needed.” Your voice ... Read More
With Rowen MacCarald and Sue Heavenrich. The picture book market today looks radically different from the market twenty years ago. Word count. Book length. Themes and story structure. Join two picture book authors for an exploration of the current picture book landscape and a look at some of the interesting and original books that have come out in the last ... Read More
Every day at the Durland Alternatives Library, we see poetry’s power to bridge divides and foster radical hope, and we want to share that with you! Prisoner Express – a project of the library – provides opportunities for incarcerated people of all genders to express themselves creatively and receive meaningful feedback. Over 400 incarcerated people participate in our poetry program ... Read More
Poet and science educator Lee Cotman will guide participants in creating their own “blackout” poem from a formal scientiDisfic abstract. In a blackout poem, the writer chooses an existing document and obscures all but a few selected words; the remaining words create the poem. This process puts the writer in direct conversation, not only with the words on the page, ... Read More
Join us for the 32nd annual Ithaca Artist Market, a juried show and sale of fine and functional art. This highly anticipated event features local and regional artists, community arts groups, and an array of food, wine, craft beer, and cider vendors. Enjoy live jazz throughout the day from the East Hill Jazz Band, with 10-minute performances by local musicians ... Read More
Join us for the 32nd annual Ithaca Artist Market, a juried show and sale of fine and functional art. This highly anticipated event features local and regional artists, community arts groups, and an array of food, wine, craft beer, and cider vendors. Enjoy live jazz throughout the day from the East Hill Jazz Band, with 10-minute performances by local musicians ... Read More
Learn to make a zine with local artist Yen Ospina! You will have the opportunity to dive into artsy collage or drawing while learning how a simple zine is created. You do not have to have knowledge on how to create art to learn this simple expression of self! Paper, glue, scissors, magazines, markets and crayons will be available for ... Read More
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