RODMAN SLOUGH – Youth Writes recently concluded its warmup venues around Lake County. The participants are now ready to join together and perform their original poetry at Lake County Land Trust’s Art and Nature Show.

This annual event will be held on Saturday, May 3, at the Rodman Slough Preserve.

The Youth Writes poets will take the stage at 11 a.m. Following the performance there will a youth poetry “open mic” open to anyone under the age of 22.

During April, the Youth Writes poets read at local coffee shops, bookstores and community centers throughout Lake County. While some of the poets had participated last year in Youth Writes, for others it was their first time to share their poetry out loud.

Youth Writes provides opportunities for local students ages 7 through 18 to share their poetry with others. While the poets are gaining valuable experience in front of an audience, the audience is given a rare glimpse into the hearts and minds of today’s youth.

Last year’s Youth Writes poets that will be returning include Sarah, Morgen, Arthur and Rachael. Sarah, age 12, is a published poet. In her poetry, Sarah shares her Native American roots from the point of view of a young person growing up in present day America.

Morgen has been appearing at open mics and has been honing her performance skills and discovering the power of the spoken word. Morgen is enrolled in both high school and college. She is learning to speak French and enjoys performing improvisational theater with her friends.

Since his appearance at the Art and Nature Show last year, Arthur, age 10, also a published poet, has spent countless hours volunteering with the Lucerne chapter of Friends of Locally Owned Water and Lucerne Community Water Organization. He has competed successfully in Lake County spelling bees. Arthur enjoys both reading and writing poetry.

 

Rachael is a gifted writer and loves to perform her poetry for an audience. Through her poetry Rachael conveys a deep respect for nature, truth and courage. This year Rachael was chosen to represent Lake County in the National Poetry Out Loud competition in Sacramento. Her poetry can be found on the Lake County Art Council Web site.

 

The Youth Writes hour of poetry promises to be an insightful and uplifting experience. Rodman Slough Preserve is visible as you exit Highway 29 at the Nice-Lucerne cut-off.

For more information contact Lorna at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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