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SUMMARY:The Craft of Mindful Poetry: Workshop for MPM 2026 Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Bring a pen\, paper\, and an open mind as you join us for a community poetry workshop to nurture your craft! Mindful Poetry Moments is set to release its seventh poetry compilation this summer\, inviting those who participated in our virtual gatherings to submit poems inspired by this year’s selections. \nFor those interested in submitting their poetry to the Mindful Poetry Moments 2026 publication and looking for space to experiment and edit before submitting\, register for this free virtual workshop on Friday\, April 24th\, from 12 – 1:30pm PST / 3–4:30pm EST. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://thewritemagick.com/event/the-craft-of-mindful-poetry-workshop-for-mpm-2026-submissions/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:2026 International Poetry Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:OPENING NIGHT TICKETS: Friday\, April 24th 6pm – 10pm\nOFFICIAL SELECTION TICKETS: Saturday\, April 25th 11am-6pm \nMy poetry film\, “Infertility in Planck Time\,” made in collaboration with video artist Sean McGuirk\, will be featured at the 2026 International Poetry Film Festival in Venice\, CA. The film will be shown on Saturday during Experimental Selections Pt. II — 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM \nThe fifth edition of the International Poetry Film Festival\, Los Angeles\, features screenings of 64 poem-based films from around the world\, including selections from Argentina\, Australia\, Belgium\, Brazil\, Canada\, Egypt\, Germany\, Mexico\, the United Kingdom\, among other countries. Selected by festival director Lynn Holley and Beyond Baroque\, the films will be screened in The Wanda Coleman Theater. \nThe International Poetry Film Festival\, Los Angeles\, kicks off on Friday\, April 24\, with an opening night event celebrating past festival contributors from the Los Angeles area. The evening features a moderated conversation about the creative process and collaborations behind transforming poems into films for the big screen. The panel includes poets Mylo Lam and Rich Ferguson in conversation with filmmaker Vicki Syal. The program will revisit some festival favorites and present an exclusive selection of short poetry films in celebration of the festival’s fifth year. \nThe full lineup of films in the Official Selection will be presented Saturday\, April 25. The schedule for the festival’s program will include a variety of experimental\, narrative\, documentary\, and animated poem-based films. We are thrilled to showcase the work of filmmakers and poets pushing the boundaries of their artistic disciplines to create a whole new experience for lovers of both art forms. \nMore info about selected films\nwww.poetryfimfestival.org
URL:https://thewritemagick.com/event/2026-international-poetry-film-festival/
LOCATION:Beyond Baroque\, 681 Venice Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90291
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Reading
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SUMMARY:The Irish Contemporaries {V} – Opening Reception at 18th Street Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Irish Contemporaries {V} – Opening Reception\nFriday\, May 15th | 1PM – 3PM\n18th Street Arts Center\n1639 18th Street. Santa Monica\, CA 90404\nFree + Open to the Public\nThe Irish Contemporaries {V} – A Celebration of Irish Contemporary Art in Los Angeles\nThe opening reception of The Irish Contemporaries {V}\, a dynamic group exhibition presented with Contemporary Irish Arts Center Los Angeles. Artists: Deirdre Mulrooney & Gearóid O’Dea\,  Sheila McMullin & Sean McGuirk\, Anselm and Joan McClain\, Barbara Lavery\, Bren Holmes\, Katie Thibault\, Mary J Sheridan\, and Robert Fox.
URL:https://thewritemagick.com/event/the-irish-contemporaries-v-opening-reception-at-18th-street-arts-center/
LOCATION:18th Street Arts Center\, 1639 18th St\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90404\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Irish Contemporaries {v} at 18th Street Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:18th Street Arts Center | Opening Friday 15th May @1pm \nRuns: 15th May – June 6th \nCIACLA\, in partnership with MART Gallery & Studios\, 18th Street Arts Center\, and Angels Gate Cultural Center\, proudly presents The Irish Contemporaries {V}\, a dynamic group visual arts exhibition\, celebrating the breadth and innovation of contemporary Irish visual art. This fifth edition brings together a diverse range of practices and perspectives\, offering audiences in Los Angeles an opportunity to experience the vitality of Ireland’s artistic voice today. \nFeatured Artists: Deirdre Mulrooney & Gearóid O’Dea\n\nSpotlight Artists at 18th St Arts Center: Sheila McMullin & Sean McGuirk\, Anselm and Joan McClain\, Barbara Lavery\, Bren Holmes\, Katie Thibault\, Mary J Sheridan\, Robert Fox\, and Sionnan Wood. \nGallery Hours: Monday – Saturday:  12-5pm
URL:https://thewritemagick.com/event/the-irish-contemporaries-v-at-18th-street-arts-center/
LOCATION:18th Street Arts Center\, 1639 18th St\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Reading
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