“For both poets and poetry-lovers, the Utah State Poetry Society offers contests, workshops, critique groups, a yearly Poetry Festival, and a fall Book Concert. They also offer a friendly, supportive group to help members grow as poets. Join them for a book concert honoring the winner of this year’s state poetry contest.” – from the Orem Public Library site (original link HERE).

The main poet speaking will be Duane “Dee” T. Rygh.  His book, My Bright Red Scream is the 2016 UTSPS winner.  Read more about his book and a sample of his poetry on the Utah Poetry Blogspot (link).  Dee will also be presenting in St. George on Oct. 11th.

About the Author

Possessing one of the most mispronounced one-syllable names in history (it is pronounced ‘rigg.’), Duane hails from Marysville, California but now, happily, calls Utah his home.  Duane began writing poetry in high school…

Memories can inspire–and expressing those memories in poetry can help us to remember, save, celebrate, and even heal. A free community poetry writing workshop entitled “Inspired” helps participants create a new poem as a response to a memory using writing prompts and exercises. Offered annually in participation with the Utah Humanities Book Festival by Rock Canyon Poets and Pioneer Book, this workshop will be presented in two sessions, followed by a reception and poetry reading. Participants will be encouraged to submit their poem to be included in a printed anthology and contributors will receive a free copy.

Where

Pioneer Book, 450 West Center Provo, Utah 84601

What to Bring

• Photographs, journals, or other memory reminders (optional)
• Pen and paper to write and/or an electronic device to write on (laptop, etc)
• Drink/snack if you so desire

How to Sign-up

To sign-up, email your name and contact information to rockcanyonpoets@gmail.com…