The Hyde Park Creative Connector
Where creativity, arts education, and cultural expression is visible and accessible to all.
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Creative Storytelling Workshops with Amanda Shea
Session 1: Pages from the Past: Memory as Poetry
Each session will include light creative warm-ups, hands-on activities, and opportunities for participants to share, reflect, and celebrate their stories. Max. of 12 participants.
Overview: Participants reflect on a specific moment from their life (e.g., first love, chosen family, protest, joy, survival) and turn that into a short poem or prose piece.
Activities:
- Guided memory prompts from Amanda
- Writing warm-ups + collective brainstorming
- Group poetry share-out in a supportive circle
Takeaway: A personal poem to be printed in a community zine or framed as keepsake.
These storytelling workshops are designed to honor LGBTQ+ elder voices, foster community connections, and create space for personal expression through poetry, visual art, music, and memory. Amanda Shea will guide each session with care, creativity, and intention.
Disclaimer:
The Hyde Park Creative Connector is not the host of this event and assumes no responsibility for its organization or content. Event details are subject to change without notice. Please check the official event page or hosting website for the latest updates.