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Milwaukee native, Shelly Conley, is Milwaukee\u2019s newest Poet Laureate. She has always had a Love for words. Her writing is reflective, forgiving and creates a call to action for the listeners. Shelly is a 7 time member of Milwaukee\u2019s National Poetry Slam Team. Her talent has led her to numerous shows, panels, documentaries and musical collaborations with local and national talent. <\/span>She recently released REWIND-A CATHARTIC AUTOBIOGRAPHY, a magical blend of childhood journal pages, poetry, an amazing soundtrack and more, available at shellyconley.com. With more than 20 years of experience working with youth and young adults in various capacities, Shelly encourages individuals to be honest and introspective in their writing, to forgive themselves and others, and to operate from a space of Love\u2013 especially when it\u2019s difficult. Since 2014, Shelly has served as Program Director and Co-facilitator for My Sista\u2019s KeepHer (MSK).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Reception in MLK Lounge<\/span><\/p>\n

6:00 pm – 6:45 pm – Creative Writing Workshop (Union 119)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

REWIND: A Reflection in Rhyme\u00a0 Step away from filters, titles, and the pressure to perform. In this immersive workshop, you\u2019ll be invited to REWIND\u2014back to your core, back to your voice, back to the truth you\u2019ve been carrying all along. Through guided journaling, poetry, and creative reflection, we\u2019ll explore the difference between writing for the world and writing for yourself.Inspired by Shelly Conley\u2019s REWIND \u2013 A Cathartic Autobiography, this session blends storytelling, music, and memory to help you uncover what\u2019s hiding beneath the surface. Whether you\u2019re a poet, a scribbler, or someone just learning to listen inwardly, this is a space to be raw, reflective, and real.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Open Mic & Feature Performance (Union Fireside Lounge)<\/span><\/p>\n

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