FEE: FREE and Open to the Public
Artists & Creatives: Join local poet LeAnn Bjerken for Nest & Bloom: A Signs of Spring Workshop, a creative poetry session exploring themes of renewal and growth. We'll be celebrating the magic of spring, through guided writing exercises and shared inspiration from nature!
Whether you’re an experienced poet or just curious to explore, this workshop is open to all. This workshop will take place as part of the Gallery’s *Kaddatz Connect event on April 3rd from 5-7pm.
Kaddatz Connect - Nest & Bloom: A Signs of Spring Workshop!
Featured Artist: LeAnn Bjerken
Free for artists & creative individuals ages 17+ Thursday, April 3, 2025 from 5pm - 7pm Networking 5:00pm - 5:30pm Writing Workshop 5:30pm - 7:00pm
What’s Kaddatz Connect?
*Kaddatz Connect is our artist networking series designed for individuals 17+. It’s an informal happy hour for folks to establish connections with artists across mediums, strengthen our regional network of rural creatives and a chance to meet our organization’s Artistic and Executive Directors. Light refreshments provided; no RSVP necessary (but appreciated)!
About our Featured Artist:
Originally from rural Minnesota, LeAnn Bjerken holds an MFA in creative writing from Eastern Washington University. A former journalist, freelance writer and mermaid performer, she has temporarily traded her fins for legs in order to better keep up with her daughter. Her poetry has appeared in Miracle Magazine, The Pacific Northwest Inlander, Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living Magazine, and online publications including Devilfish Review, The Artistic Muse, The Lake, Fox Adoption Magazine, and Plants & Poetry Journal. When not out seeking inspiration, she can be found at home snuggling with her husband Steve, daughter Eowyn, and cat Tikki.
