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SUMMARY:1-1 feedback on your poems with John Glenday (Skype) *SOLD OUT*
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT Find out more about John Glenday and future Poetry Surgery date \n \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to discuss your poetry on a one-to-one basis with poet and tutor John Glenday\, wherever you live\, during MARCH 2020. John runs one-hour sessions via Skype or FaceTime on a date and time suitable to you (but preferably weekdays after 12 noon BST and before 9pm BST). \nAs part of the booking process\, please let us know your preferred date/s and time/s in the ORDER NOTES section of the Checkout page. John will then contact you to agree a date and time. \nA few weeks before the call\, you’ll be asked to email up to 6 poems\, or 150 lines maximum. In advance\, John will email you in-depth analysis of your poems with additional notes and comments. During the call\, you will have opportunities to discuss strategies for further developing your writing\, problems you may be experiencing\, and ways to take your work forward. There will be plenty of time to talk about all those things you need to know about writing\, revising and submitting your work. \nBook online or call Paul McGrane 020 7420 9881. £50 for Poetry Society Members\, £60 for non members. Poetry Society members should enter MEMBER1 in the Coupon code field to receive a £10 discount. \n  \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/glendaymar2020/
LOCATION:SKYPE or FACETIME
CATEGORIES:Poetry Surgery
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200301T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200331T210000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20191203T104935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200226T154844Z
UID:65576-1583064000-1585688400@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:1-1 feedback on your poems with Judy Brown\, Skype *SOLD OUT*
DESCRIPTION:*THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT* Find out more about Judy Brown and Poetry Surgery\, including future dates. \n  \n \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to discuss your poetry on a one-to-one basis via Skype with poet and tutor Judy Brown\, wherever you live and at a date and time of your choosing\, during MARCH 2020. The sessions are one hour long. \nAs part of the booking process\, please let us know your preferred date/s and time/s in the ORDER NOTES section of the Checkout page. Judy will then contact you to agree a date and time. \nA few weeks before the call\, you’ll be asked to email up to 6 poems\, or 150 lines maximum. In advance\, Judy will email you in-depth analysis of your poems with additional notes and comments. During the call\, you will have opportunities to discuss strategies for further developing your writing\, problems you may be experiencing\, and ways to take your work forward. There will be plenty of time to talk about all those things you need to know about writing\, revising and submitting your work. \nBook online or call Paul McGrane 020 7420 9881. £50 for Poetry Society Members\, £60 for non members. Poetry Society members should enter MEMBER1 in the Coupon code field to receive a £10 discount. \n  \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/judyskypemar2020/
LOCATION:SKYPE
CATEGORIES:Poetry Surgery
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200330T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200330T220000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200127T200755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T122840Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Taqasim Oud Club
DESCRIPTION:The Taqasim Oud Club is an open-mic poetry and music event where amateurs and professionals are invited to share their material with fellow Taqasim Music School students and the general public. \n  \n18 + only. \n \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/taqasim-oud-club-11-2020-03-30/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200331T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200331T200000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200211T120707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T113525Z
UID:67834-1585677600-1585684800@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - REWRITE - Creative Writing Courses for Black Women & Women of Colour.
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Black Woman or Woman of Colour ready to start your writing journey? Join the REWRITE beginners’ course! The classes are designed to boost your creative confidence\, and help you find your writing voice in a supportive and encouraging environment.\nSign up if you: \n\nWant to gain or regain your writing confidence\nWant to learn writing techniques\nNeed support\, structure\, and community\n\nDates: Tuesday evenings 3rd March – 7th April 2020 \nwww.rewritelondon.com to book \n  \n \n18 + only.  \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/rewrite-creative-writing-courses-for-black-women-women-of-colour-2/2020-03-31/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200331T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200331T223000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20171212T143619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T114423Z
UID:68659-1585683000-1585693800@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Poetry Unplugged
DESCRIPTION:London’s premier open mic night. Sign up on the night between 6.45pm and 7.15pm to read. Average slots run from 4 to 5 minutes. Hosted by Niall O’Sullivan. \nDue to the open-mic element of this event we cannot guarantee the content and therefore require all under 18s to be accompanied by a consenting adult. \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/poetry-unplugged-10/2020-03-31/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200401T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200430T210000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20191205T102035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T135600Z
UID:65659-1585742400-1588280400@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:1-1 feedback on your poems with John Glenday\, Skype *SOLD OUT*
DESCRIPTION:THIS SESSION IS SOLD OUT – Find out more about John Glenday and future Poetry Surgery date \n \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to discuss your poetry on a one-to-one basis with poet and tutor John Glenday\, wherever you live\, during APRIL 2020. John runs one-hour sessions via Skype or FaceTime on a date and time suitable to you (but preferably weekdays after 12 noon BST and before 9pm BST). \nAs part of the booking process\, please let us know your preferred date/s and time/s in the ORDER NOTES section of the Checkout page. John will then contact you to agree a date and time. \nA few weeks before the call\, you’ll be asked to email up to 6 poems\, or 150 lines maximum. In advance\, John will email you in-depth analysis of your poems with additional notes and comments. During the call\, you will have opportunities to discuss strategies for further developing your writing\, problems you may be experiencing\, and ways to take your work forward. There will be plenty of time to talk about all those things you need to know about writing\, revising and submitting your work. \nBook online or call Paul McGrane 020 7420 9881. £50 for Poetry Society Members\, £60 for non members. Poetry Society members should enter MEMBER1 in the Coupon code field to receive a £10 discount. \n  \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/glendayapr2020/
LOCATION:SKYPE or FACETIME
CATEGORIES:Poetry Surgery
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200401T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200430T210000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200226T155426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200226T155746Z
UID:68355-1585742400-1588280400@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:1-1 feedback on your poems with Judy Brown (Skype)
DESCRIPTION: \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to discuss your poetry on a one-to-one basis via Skype with poet and tutor Judy Brown\, wherever you live and at a date and time of your choosing\, during APRIL 2020. The sessions are one hour long. \nAs part of the booking process\, please let us know your preferred date/s and time/s in the ORDER NOTES section of the Checkout page. Judy will then contact you to agree a date and time. \nA few weeks before the call\, you’ll be asked to email up to 6 poems\, or 150 lines maximum. In advance\, Judy will email you in-depth analysis of your poems with additional notes and comments. During the call\, you will have opportunities to discuss strategies for further developing your writing\, problems you may be experiencing\, and ways to take your work forward. There will be plenty of time to talk about all those things you need to know about writing\, revising and submitting your work. \nBook online or call Paul McGrane 020 7420 9881. £50 for Poetry Society Members\, £60 for non members. Poetry Society members should enter MEMBER1 in the Coupon code field to receive a £10 discount. \nFind out more about Judy Brown and Poetry Surgery \n  \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/judyskypeapr2020/
LOCATION:SKYPE
CATEGORIES:Poetry Surgery,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200401T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200401T213000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200304T163558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200324T162816Z
UID:68613-1585767600-1585776600@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Laurie Eaves: Biceps Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Laurie Eaves launches his debut collection Biceps with Burning Eye Books. \nBiceps is a love story\, following a relationship from first sparks one frosty bonfire night through day trips to windy Hull and into the stalemate of dysfunctional domesticity. It’s a story about the physical and emotional tidying we go through when we fall out of love. It’s a story that explores the small ways we learn to understand ourselves better as a result of our relationships and gain the strength to start rebuilding in the face of personal loss. \nLaurie Eaves is the third best poet called Laurie in London and his work has been anthologised by Poetry Rivals\, Bad Betty Press\, Allographic Press\, GUG Press and Spoken Word London. It’s also featured in videos for Muddy Feet Poetry\, Process Productions and Team UK Youth Cycling. \nHe works regularly with The Poetry Takeaway\, co-hosts the Dead Darlings podcast and co-produces the Vogon Poetry Slam. \nSupport from very special guests: Laurie Bolger\, Hannah Gordon\, Hannah Chutzpah and Hattie Grünewald. \nThis is an all-ages event. \nTimings: \nDoors: 19:00 \nSupports: 19:30 \nBreak: 20:20 \nMain reading: 20:40 \nEnd: 21:30 \n \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/laurie-eaves-biceps-book-launch/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200402T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200402T130000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200305T150324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200318T113303Z
UID:68637-1585823400-1585832400@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Beginners Modern Calligraphy Nib Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come and join The Modern Calligraphy Co. and learn how to create beautiful lettering in this relaxed and informal class. Modern calligraphy is about lettering that is dynamic and has energy\, so rather than worrying about getting every letter identical\, you can relax and have fun with it. Creating your own style and enjoying the process is what it’s all about. \n18 + only. \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/beginners-modern-calligraphy-nib-workshop-5/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200402T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200402T150000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200211T151824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200319T121752Z
UID:67871-1585839600-1585839600@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:[UPDATED] Poetry @ 3
DESCRIPTION: \n  \nProgramme change: Owing to the current situation related to coronavirus\, all our in-person live events are on hold. We are currently looking at ways we can turn as many of these events as we can into accessible\, online\, digital versions. If you were planning on attending this event\, please keep the date in your diary\, and check our website\, Facebook\, Twitter and Instagram feeds for the latest news. \nPoetry @ 3 is first Thursday of the month\, an open mic for poets who like to come out and play during the day. Hosted by the Poetry Society’s Paul McGrane. FREE event. \nNo booking required\, just turn up. Sign up between 2.30 and 3 to read. As @3 is so popular we can’t put you on the list to read if you turn up after 3. \nThere’s usually a theme for each event but don’t worry if you don’t have poems on (or around) that subject – all poems are equally welcome. Sign up to read between 2.30 and 3. If you’d like to know the theme\, though\, email Paul at membership [AT] poetrysociety.org.uk \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/poetry-3-6/2020-04-02/
LOCATION:THE POETRY CAFE
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Society
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200402T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200402T210000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200305T151341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T123334Z
UID:68638-1585854000-1585861200@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - ignitionpress Collective
DESCRIPTION:In an exciting and rare event\, ignitionpress is proud to present a collective reading by seven poets published by the press: Lily Blacksell\, Mary Jean Chan\, Patrick James Errington\, Joanna Ingham\, Jennifer Lee Tsai\, Natalie Whittaker and Belinda Zhawi. \nUnder 18’s must be accompanied by an adult. Disclosures: There may be explicit language used in the poems. \n \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/ignitionpress-collective/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200403T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200403T220000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200305T151943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T123440Z
UID:68639-1585940400-1585951200@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - She Grrrowls
DESCRIPTION:She Grrrowls is a feminist arts night focussed on showcasing women and non-binary people in poetry and spoken word. The show consists of features acts\, with a Q&A and limited open mic spaces. Signing up in advance is recommended and spots are 5 minutes. \nShe Grrrowls has been featuring women and non-binary people in the arts since 2013 at various venues throughout London. Hosted by poet Carmina Masoliver\, the show came to Edinburgh Fringe Festival as part of the PBH Free Fringe in 2017 and 2018. Additionally\, the event has featured at Goldsmith University’s The Place for Poetry conference in 2015 and at Southbank Centre’s Women of the World festival in 2018. \nEdited by Carmina Masoliver\, She Grrrowls: The Anthology was published by Burning Eye Books in 2017\, and listed in the top 100 books of 2017 by The Poetry School. The tour features Joelle Taylor\, Selina Nwulu\, Aisling Fahey\, Sophie Fenella\, Esther Poyer\, Belinda Zhawi\, Rachel Long and Rowena Knight. This anthology is also on tour throughout autumn 2018. \nUnder 18s (must be accompanied by an adult.) \n \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/she-grrrowls-7/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200404T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200404T150000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200305T161756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200319T102743Z
UID:68640-1585994400-1586012400@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Modern calligraphy Masterclasses
DESCRIPTION:Unique in the UK\, The Modern Calligraphy Co. Nib and Brush Live Event Masterclasses have been designed to give you the skills and confidence you need to be able to perform at the highest level in this extremely competitive field. \nTailored to the needs of enthusiastic amateurs and professional calligraphers who would like to break into this field\, we explain what goes on behind the scenes\, the expectations of our clients and review the skills you have\, so that you will know the criteria you need to fulfil in order to be able to join our nationally successful team. \nThese classes will be run by co-founders\, Kirsten Burke and Jill Hembling who manage the national calligraphy campaigns for many leading luxury brands including Jo Malone\, La Mer\, Clinique\, Molten Brown and are the Master calligraphers for Estee Lauder UK. \n18 + only. \n \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/modern-calligraphy-masterclasses/2020-04-04/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200405T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200405T150000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200305T161756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200319T102743Z
UID:68641-1586080800-1586098800@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Modern calligraphy Masterclasses
DESCRIPTION:Unique in the UK\, The Modern Calligraphy Co. Nib and Brush Live Event Masterclasses have been designed to give you the skills and confidence you need to be able to perform at the highest level in this extremely competitive field. \nTailored to the needs of enthusiastic amateurs and professional calligraphers who would like to break into this field\, we explain what goes on behind the scenes\, the expectations of our clients and review the skills you have\, so that you will know the criteria you need to fulfil in order to be able to join our nationally successful team. \nThese classes will be run by co-founders\, Kirsten Burke and Jill Hembling who manage the national calligraphy campaigns for many leading luxury brands including Jo Malone\, La Mer\, Clinique\, Molten Brown and are the Master calligraphers for Estee Lauder UK. \n18 + only. \n \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/modern-calligraphy-masterclasses/2020-04-05/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200406T111500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200406T174500
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200128T134117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200227T160135Z
UID:67330-1586171700-1586195100@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:1-1 feedback on your poems with Judy Brown\, London *SOLD OUT*
DESCRIPTION:*THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT* Find out more about Judy Brown and Poetry Surgeries \n  \n \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to discuss your poetry on a one-to-one basis with poet and tutor Judy Brown\, a relaxed but in-depth analysis of your poems. Identify strategies for further developing your writing\, discuss problems you may be experiencing and look at strategies for taking your work forward. There will be plenty of time to talk about all those things you need to know about writing\, revising and submitting your work. \nJudy runs one-hour sessions in The Poetry Cafe\, London WC2 – at 11.15am\, 12.30pm\, 2.15pm\, 3.30pm\, and 4.45pm. £60 for Poetry Society Members\, £70 for non-members. Book online or call Paul McGrane on 020 7420 9881. Once your session is booked\, you will be asked to send up to 6 poems\, or 150 lines maximum\, in advance\, so that Judy has sufficient time to read your poems beforehand. \n\nPoetry Society members should enter MEMBER1 in the Coupon code field to receive a £10 discount.\n\n  \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/judylondonapril/
LOCATION:THE POETRY CAFE
CATEGORIES:Poetry Surgery
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200406T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200406T220000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200305T162727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T123553Z
UID:68642-1586199600-1586210400@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Exiled Lit Café
DESCRIPTION:Performance by exiled writers on a range of themes. Interactive activities with audience. Open Mic. Frequently music by Exiled musicians/singers\, sometimes video. \nUnder 18’s must be accompanied by an adult.  \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/exiled-lit-cafe-5/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200407T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200407T200000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200211T120707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T113526Z
UID:67835-1586282400-1586289600@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - REWRITE - Creative Writing Courses for Black Women & Women of Colour.
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Black Woman or Woman of Colour ready to start your writing journey? Join the REWRITE beginners’ course! The classes are designed to boost your creative confidence\, and help you find your writing voice in a supportive and encouraging environment.\nSign up if you: \n\nWant to gain or regain your writing confidence\nWant to learn writing techniques\nNeed support\, structure\, and community\n\nDates: Tuesday evenings 3rd March – 7th April 2020 \nwww.rewritelondon.com to book \n  \n \n18 + only.  \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/rewrite-creative-writing-courses-for-black-women-women-of-colour-2/2020-04-07/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200407T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200407T223000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20171212T143619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T114423Z
UID:68660-1586287800-1586298600@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Poetry Unplugged
DESCRIPTION:London’s premier open mic night. Sign up on the night between 6.45pm and 7.15pm to read. Average slots run from 4 to 5 minutes. Hosted by Niall O’Sullivan. \nDue to the open-mic element of this event we cannot guarantee the content and therefore require all under 18s to be accompanied by a consenting adult. \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/poetry-unplugged-10/2020-04-07/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200409T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200409T220000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20180618T184048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200325T105953Z
UID:67844-1586458800-1586469600@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Survivors Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Survivors Poetry presents their monthly event around well-being with people willing to share their experiences about coming back from mental troubles. \n+ OPEN MIC (Please arrive half an hour early if you wish to perform) \nDue to the open-mic element of this event we cannot guarantee the content and therefore require all under 18s to be accompanied by a consenting adult. \n  \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/survivors-poetry-27-2018-11-08/2020-04-09/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200410T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200410T220000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20190502T183911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200325T115637Z
UID:67945-1586545200-1586556000@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Farrago
DESCRIPTION:OPEN TO ANY POET SLAM! Any subject or style\, read or perform. EVERY Poet wins a prize! \nFEATURES TBC \nEmcee: John Paul O’Neill. Show starts 7:30pm. Drop him a line to reserve a place in the SLAM! farragopoetry@yahoo.co.uk \nMore information: 07905078376. Facebook/Twitter/YouTube pages. \nDue to the open-mic element of this event\, we cannot guarantee the content and therefore require all under 18s to be accompanied by a consenting adult. \n  \n  \n  \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/farrago-6/2020-04-10/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200411T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200411T163000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200227T161647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T105031Z
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SUMMARY:1-1 feedback on your poems with Heidi Williamson (Skype) *SOLD OUT*
DESCRIPTION:*THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT* Find out more about Heidi and Poetry Surgery\, and future dates \n \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to discuss your poetry on a one-to-one basis with poet and tutor Heidi Williamson\, wherever you live. Heidi runs one-hour sessions via Skype at 10am\, 11.30am\, 2pm\, and 3.30pm. Book online or call Paul McGrane on 020 7420 9881. \nOnce you’ve booked\, and a few weeks before the call\, we’ll send you Heidi’s contact details so that you can email up to 6 poems\, or 150 lines maximum. During the call\, you will have opportunities to discuss strategies for further developing your writing\, problems you may be experiencing\, and ways to take your work forward. There will be plenty of time to talk about all those things you need to know about writing\, revising and submitting your work. \n£50 for Poetry Society Members\, £60 for non-members. Poetry Society members should enter MEMBER1 in the Coupon code field to receive a £10 discount. \n  \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/heidiskype11apr2020/
LOCATION:SKYPE
CATEGORIES:Poetry Surgery
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200411T131500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200411T164500
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20191128T101703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T155000Z
UID:65417-1586610900-1586623500@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:1-1 feedback on your poems with Jonathan Edwards\, Newport
DESCRIPTION:Jonathan Edwards\nThis is a wonderful opportunity to discuss your poetry on a one-to-one basis with poet and tutor Jonathan Edwards\, a relaxed but in-depth analysis of your poems. Identify strategies for further developing your writing\, discuss problems you may be experiencing and look at strategies for taking your work forward. There will be plenty of time to talk about all those things you need to know about writing\, revising and submitting your work. \nJonathan runs one-hour sessions at Cwtsh Arts Centre\, Stow Hill\, Newport NP20 4HA at 1.15pm\, 2.30pm\, and 3.45pm. £40 for Poetry Society members\, £50 for non-members. Book online or call Paul McGrane on 020 7420 9881. Once your session is booked\, you will be asked to send up to 6 poems\, or 150 lines maximum\, in advance\, so that Jonathan has sufficient time to read your poems beforehand. \nPoetry Society members should enter MEMBER1 in the Coupon code field to receive a £10 discount. \nAbout Jonathan Edwards\n \nJonathan Edwards is the editor of Poetry Wales. His first collection\, My Family and Other Superheroes (Seren\, 2014)\, received the Costa Poetry Award and the Wales Book of the Year People’s Choice Award. It was shortlisted for the Fenton Aldeburgh First Collection Prize. His second collection\, Gen (Seren\, 2018)\, also a winner of the Wales Book of the Year People’s Choice Award\, is shortlisted for the Gladstone’s Library Writer-in-Residence programme. His poem about Newport Bridge is shortlisted for the Forward Prize for Best Single Poem 2019. He has read his poems on BBC radio and television and at festivals around the world\, recorded them for the Poetry Archive and led workshops in schools\, universities and prisons. He lives in Crosskeys\, South Wales. \nFind out more about Jonathan and Poetry Surgeries \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/edwardsapr2020/
LOCATION:Cwtsh Arts Centre\, Stow Hill\, Newport\, NP20 4HA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Poetry Surgery,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200411T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200411T170000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200227T160753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T121552Z
UID:68414-1586617200-1586624400@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Craft of Poetry course for Refugees and Migrants
DESCRIPTION:It is aimed at refugees and migrants who are already writing a little and will be a wonderful opportunity for them to create new work and experiment with different poetic forms\, as well as learn about poetry from across the world. \n18 + only.   \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/craft-of-poetry-course-for-refugees-and-migrants/2020-04-11/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200411T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200411T220000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20190502T182927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T123843Z
UID:68666-1586633400-1586642400@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Platform 1
DESCRIPTION:Platform 1 is an opportunity for up and coming poets to perform alongside established acts. Performance spots available. (Arrive up to half an hour early to put your name down.) Hosted by Ernie Burns. \nDue to the open-mic element of this event we cannot guarantee the content and therefore require all under 18s to be accompanied by a consenting adult. \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/platform-1-23-2020-04-11/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200413T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200413T213000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20191230T125239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T124002Z
UID:66485-1586806200-1586813400@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - European Poetry Festival : Latvian poets in collaboration!
DESCRIPTION:A celebration of contemporary Latvian poetry sees four of Latvia’s most inventive and eminent contemporary poets come to London to present brand new collaborations with Britain-based counterparts. Expect new live works in the literary and avant-garde tradition that represent the best of British and Baltic 21st-century poetry. With Luīze Marija Meļķe\, Henriks Elias Zēgners\, Lote Vilma Vītiņa\, Krišjānis Zeļģis\, SJ Fowler and more poets to be announced. \n18 + only. \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/european-poetry-festival-latvian-poets-in-collaboration/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200414T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200414T223000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20171212T143619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T114424Z
UID:68661-1586892600-1586903400@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Poetry Unplugged
DESCRIPTION:London’s premier open mic night. Sign up on the night between 6.45pm and 7.15pm to read. Average slots run from 4 to 5 minutes. Hosted by Niall O’Sullivan. \nDue to the open-mic element of this event we cannot guarantee the content and therefore require all under 18s to be accompanied by a consenting adult. \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/poetry-unplugged-10/2020-04-14/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200415T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200415T213000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200309T122326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200319T121542Z
UID:68722-1586979000-1586986200@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:[UPDATED] Stanza Bonanza: featuring poets from Oxford and Reading
DESCRIPTION: \nProgramme change: Owing to the current situation related to coronavirus\, all our in-person live events are on hold. We are currently looking at ways we can turn as many of these events as we can into accessible\, online\, digital versions. If you were planning on attending this event\, please keep the date in your diary\, and check our website\, Facebook\, Twitter and Instagram feeds for the latest news. \nPoetry @ 3 is first Thursday of the month\, an open mic for poets who like to come out and play during the day. Hosted by the Poetry Society’s Paul McGrane. FREE event. \nNo booking required\, just turn up. Sign up between 2.30 and 3 to read. As @3 is so popular we can’t put you on the list to read if you turn up after 3. \nThere’s usually a theme for each event but don’t worry if you don’t have poems on (or around) that subject – all poems are equally welcome. Sign up to read between 2.30 and 3. If you’d like to know the theme\, though\, email Paul at membership [AT] poetrysociety.org.uk \nThe Poetry Society presents poets galore from two of its Stanza poetry groups – poets from Oxford and Reading. Free\, no need to book\, and everyone very welcome – the more the merrier 🙂 \nPoets confirmed to read (so far) are Claire Dyer\, Gill Learner\, Caroline Squire and Damon Young. More names to be confirmed very soon. Watch this space! \nDOORS OPEN 7pm for a 7.30pm start though please feel free to come along earlier for a paid bar and Cafe. \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/bonanzaapril2020/
LOCATION:THE POETRY CAFE
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café,The Poetry Society
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200417T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200417T213000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200227T111127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200319T121639Z
UID:68393-1587150000-1587159000@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:[UPDATED] The Poetry Review Spring issue launch
DESCRIPTION:L to r: Momtaza Mehri\, Mona Arshi (photo: Photo: Svetlana Cemenko)\, Yomi Ṣode.\nProgramme change: Owing to the current situation related to coronavirus\, all our in-person live events are on hold. We are currently looking at ways we can turn as many of these events as we can into accessible\, online\, digital versions. If you were planning on attending this event\, please keep the date in your diary\, and check our website\, Facebook\, Twitter and Instagram feeds for the latest news. \nPoetry @ 3 is first Thursday of the month\, an open mic for poets who like to come out and play during the day. Hosted by the Poetry Society’s Paul McGrane. FREE event. \nNo booking required\, just turn up. Sign up between 2.30 and 3 to read. As @3 is so popular we can’t put you on the list to read if you turn up after 3. \nThere’s usually a theme for each event but don’t worry if you don’t have poems on (or around) that subject – all poems are equally welcome. Sign up to read between 2.30 and 3. If you’d like to know the theme\, though\, email Paul at membership [AT] poetrysociety.org.uk \nThe Poetry Society celebrates the publication of the wonderful Spring 2020 issue of The Poetry Review with an exciting line-up of readers featuring Mona Arshi\, Momtaza Mehri and Yomi Ṣode\, who will be introduced by the joint Guest Editors of this issue\, Mary Jean Chan and Will Harris. Doors open at 7pm\, readings begin at 7.30pm.  \nThe event is FREE but advance booking is essential to reserve your place. \nAbout our poets\nMona Arshi was born in West London where she still lives. She worked as a human rights lawyer for a decade before she started writing poetry. Her debut collection Small Hands (Pavilion Poetry\, Liverpool University Press 2015)\, won the Forward Prize for best first collection in 2015. Her second collection Dear Big Gods was published by Pavilion Poetry in 2019. \nMomtaza Mehri is the co-winner of the 2018 Brunel International African Poetry Prize and the 2019 Manchester Writing Prize. Her work has been widely anthologised and has appeared in Granta\, Artforum\, Vogue and Real Life Mag; she has appeared at Poetry International and on BBC Radio 4. She is the former Young People’s Laureate for London and a columnist-in-residence at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art’s Open Space. Her latest pamphlet\, Doing the Most with the Least\, was published by Goldsmiths Press. \nYomi Ṣode is a Nigerian British writer\, performer and Complete Works Alumni. He has read poems at Lagos International Poetry Festival\, Afrika Fest with Speaking Volumes in Finland\, the New York Public Library with the British Council and at Edinburgh International Book Festival. His writing has been published in The Rialto\, Bare lit Anthology\, 10: Poets of the New Generation Anthology\, Tales of Two Londons Anthology and the forthcoming Safe: On Black British Men Reclaiming Space and edited Voices of London: barking and Dagenham. In 2019 Yomi was awarded one of three Jerwood Compton Poetry Fellowships and in 2020 he delivered the second annual Verve Poetry Performance Lecture. COAT\, Yomi’s first one-man show\, has toured nationally to sold-out audiences and he is currently working is his first poetry collection and second show. \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/the-poetry-review-spring-issue-launch/
LOCATION:The Poetry Café\, 22 Betterton Street\, London\, WC2H 9BX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café,The Poetry Society
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200418T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200418T130000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200306T124143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T111238Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Beginners Modern Calligraphy Nib Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come and join The Modern Calligraphy Co. and learn how to create beautiful lettering in this relaxed and informal class. Modern calligraphy is about lettering that is dynamic and has energy\, so rather than worrying about getting every letter identical\, you can relax and have fun with it. Creating your own style and enjoying the process is what it’s all about. \n18 + only. \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/beginners-modern-calligraphy-nib-workshop-6/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200418T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200418T220000
DTSTAMP:20200330T015930
CREATED:20200211T132022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200323T114102Z
UID:68673-1587236400-1587247200@poetrysociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - artBLAB
DESCRIPTION:Four artists. Four talks. One evening not to miss. Come and listen to four artists talking about art and its whereabouts – from up-and-coming young designers to established poets! \nSuitable for all ages. \n
URL:https://poetrysociety.org.uk/event/artblab-7/2020-04-18/
CATEGORIES:The Poetry Café
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