Learn Literature, Get Centered
Classes in poetry as contemplation
Upcoming Poetry and Writing Classes Online
Rest in Poetry (as Resistance)
Resisting the myth of nonstop production through the contemplation of poetry
Wednesdays July 8 – Aug. 5 on Zoom
11 a.m. PDT / running 1.5 hours
$255 / pay-what-you-can available
Summer Drop-in Writing Refreshment
A space for creative renewal and community inspiration
Join us for: a centering meditation; quiet writing time (prompt given or work on your own projects); and refreshing conversation: ~20 min. poem discussion, Q & A, craft talk, or group sharing
Fridays July 10 – Aug. 28 on Zoom @ 11 a.m. PDT / running 1 hour
$12 each session / Buy all 8 for $80 or 4 for $40
** Free for “Rest in Poetry” participants **
Sign up here for link & info – Pay now or later per session!
Previous Poetry Classes
Courage: Acting with Heart in Poetry and Life
Poetry as practice of seeing, listening, feeling truth
2026
Poetry as Nourishment: Embodied Reading
A half-day retreat to nourish body, heart, and mind through poetry and community
April 2026
Poetry as Portal: Embodiment, Nature, Metaphor, Mystery
Collaboration with Marigold and Spring Creek Project at Oregon State University
April/May 2025
About
Studying literature isn’t just academic. Though I have studied and taught in many institutions, I know as a poet that the creation of poetry taps me into a greater mystery.
I wanted to create a space where adults can continue learning beyond their last school literature class. Where we can engage with stories and poems while reflecting on and enriching our life experience. We need more spaces of kindness, where every part of the human experience is allowed — the grief, joy, confusion, surprise, wonder, questions.
Here, I teach reading and writing poetry as a practice of full body, heart, and mind awareness. LitCenter is a supportive and kind place where you can learn, experiment with artful expression, connect with others, and reflect on life for more awareness, growth, healing, and aliveness.
-Kristi
“You cannot transform yourself, and you certainly cannot transform … anybody else. All you can do is create a space for transformation to happen.”
Eckhart Tolle
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Feel free to reach out now with your interest. We can discuss your needs, whether individual lessons or group class.
I also work with organizations to offer workshops and retreats in reading poetry or creative writing as grief work, healing, connection, meditation, and life reflection.
Let’s talk more about how I can help you find an offering that lights you up.
