Texty Tuesdays

Join us for Texty Tuesdays at Artspace!

Get ready to dive into the world of text through creativity and expression. Each Texty Tuesday session includes interactive writing exercises, group discussions, drawing, and other forms of artistic expression. It's also a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow wordsmiths, share ideas, and feel inspired.

This event is all about celebrating the power of words, and we believe that everyone has a story to tell.

Don't worry if you're new to writing or if you're a seasoned pro- everyone is welcome!

So mark your calendars for Texty Tuesdays at Artspace. It's going to be a fun-filled evening of literary delights.

Session Calendar:

March 19th, 6pm-8pm: Expressive Response to bienes importados

Yes, we will write poetry to visual art! Participants will be guided through the exhibition "bienes importados / imported goods" by Anahí González, which explores migration, Mexican labour for/within Canada, Canadian imperialism, and identity with questions relating to commerce, systems of power and the event of photography through installation, photography, and moving images. You will express your response to the exhibition aesthetically in the form of writing, drawing, or both. We will make 'zines or chapbooks to hold your response.

April 16th, 6pm-8pm: National Poetry Month (NaPoMo)

NaPoMo 2024 has the theme of "weather". Join this national movement, and come make your own poetry 'zine or chapbook on the theme. We will read poems about weather, we will write poems about the weather, and produce, on-the-spot, illustrated 'zines and chapbooks.

June 18th, 6pm-8pm: Pride in Poetry, with special guests!

July 16th, 6pm-8pm: TBD

All sessions run from 6-8pm and are FREE to attend

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Accessibility

• Gallery entrance and bathroom are wheelchair accessible
• All workshop tables will be set up to accommodate mobility aids.
• Earplugs available on site

COVID-19

• Masks are welcome and respected, volunteers and instructors will gladly wear their masks if and when needed, except while eating or drinking.
• Maker Space and Gallery equipped with a Hepa filter
• Hand sanitizer provided.