Over two, separate, two-hour sessions we will write to new prompts from rocks, fossils and earth processes to create our individual reflections on our planet. We will read and respond to poems and prose on geological themes. The event is open to all, and no previous writing experience is necessary, just a willingness to participate. The emphasis is on writing in the moment to capture our most vivid thoughts. This is the 4th Geopoetry Day in Canterbury led by Helen and Victoria.
There is a morning (10.30-12.30) and an afternoon (1.30pm-3.30pm) session with different content. You can book for one or both.
Places limited - booking essential
Helen is a Library Volunteer, coordinating Wise Words for Wellbeing, and a Geologist. She was a participant in Earth Lines.
https://www.edinburghgeolsoc.org/earth-lines/
Victoria is a Writer, Researcher and Poetry Therapist and an Associate in the Academy for Sustainable Futures at Canterbury Christ Church University.
www.thepoetrypractice.co.uk
Both Helen and Victoria are Geoambassadors for the UNESCO Cross-Channel Geopark https://geoparktransmanche.org/en/
Entry is by donation (minimum £1) towards Canterbury and East Kent Wise Words for Wellbeing, a community organisation offering free weekly sessions at Canterbury Library at the Beaney. Booking is essential as numbers are limited. We suggest £5 or £10 per session, depending on your means. Helen and Victoria donate their time, and Canterbury Library has offered the room free of charge. All revenue will go towards poetry and wellbeing activities in East Kent.
