Poetry and Writing Group 

The Poetry and Writing group has been meeting monthly for over two years. It consists of its leader, Harriet Wolman, and a small group of regular attendees who love poetry. There is no requirement for participants to be poets themselves although several of them have written and presented beautiful and original poems. Here is what two participants think about their Poetry Group experience:

Barbara Thal-Hodes says: I am grateful to have a chance to tell other people how much I have gained from being part of the Group. I am awed by how comforting it can be when we read poetry to each other and react to each other’s work. We are closer to each other at the end of every meeting.

Glenda Bocknek says: Under Harriet’s guidance, a group of acquaintances has become friends. We have learned empathy and found insight into the world around us as we discuss poetry we have read or written. Sharing our thoughts and feelings has created a circle of friendship that begins and ends with our love of poetry.

And I say: Leading this group has been a rewarding experience for me. We have had some very special guests at our meetings, including Rabbi McCarroll and poet Adam Sol. Although we are certainly not professionals in the field, we have new knowledge and appreciation through our monthly presentations and discussions. New members are always welcome – so try it.