Haiku Writing
Welcome!
The monthly Ongoing Haiku Group is a support and sharing group of people interested in writing Haiku and Haibun Poetry. While it is not intended as a basic class in Haiku and Haibun writing it is a place you can share and learn about this unique form of poetry. While no experience is necessary it is recommended that you learn and practice on your own in order to participate in the haiku sharing. For the raw beginner links and free online resources will be provided to educate yourself. For those experienced with Haiku and Haibun poetry this is a safe, supportive place where you can practice, and share. Only positive feedback is permitted.
Over the wintry
Forest, winds howl in rage
With no leaves to blow.
~Natsume Sōseki
This group meets the 3rd Sunday of the month.
Host: Stephen W. Leslie has been writing Haiku for over twenty-five years. His haikus have been published in journals in the United States, Great Britain, Australia, and Japan. In 2009 Stephen placed second in the International Kusamakura Haiku Competition in Kumamoto Japan. Stephen is a retired mental health counselor and hospice chaplain. He has an M.S. from Loyola College and an M.S. from Johns Hopkins University. He has meditated daily for 49 years.
Please note: By signing up or coming to any of our events, you agree to abide by the Code of Conduct.
Meeting: Only registered members of BWW will be given access to non-public events. Membership is free and easy.
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