As always, all genres and experience levels are welcome and admission is free. If you can, show up early to purchase a snack or beverage (or a book!) in support of our generous hosts at ZU Gallery!
being born is the easy part, yes
it is this staying here that’s difficult
this walking for the heart without being certain
exactly why, threading a path through the city
as though i could gather these streets
and bridges to me, hold them in this moment
shining, unassailable
– Catherine Hunter
Workshop Description:
For this workshop, essayist and poet Kirbie Bennett will discuss his writing journey and share his insight on using poetry in the personal essay. As an Indigenous person rooted in the Southwest, Kirbie’s writing covers a range of topics, including memoir, Indigenous history, resistance art, and reflections on his favorite punk bands. Not bound to any genre, but bound to the Southwest and eager to share his obsessions through storytelling, join us for this memorable presentation and reading from Kirbie Bennett.
Kirbie Bennett is an essayist, poet and audio producer. His work has appeared in various publications, including High Country News, KSUT Public Radio, 68-to-oh5, Chapter House Journal and the print anthology Four Corners Voices. He is also part of the creative team behind The Magic City of the Southwest, a regional history podcast. Kirbie is from the Navajo Nation and Durango, Colorado is another place he calls home.