THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 30, 2026 Page 3 Creative Malden offers a poetry & story-writing class with instructor CD Collins G et ready to unleash your creativity at the “Words Move Mountains” four-session writing workshop, led by Malden’s poet laureate, CD Collins. “Words Move Mountains” is a virtual poetry and story-writing class for Malden community members. The four sessions will take place over Zoom on Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.: on March 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2026. Using generative techniques, class participants will articulate their visions through poetry and story in a safe environment where all participant voices are welcome. The instructor is skilled at creating an environment that invites creativity, along with connection, empathy and community. Each session will involve learning, writing and sharing. Following the four sessions, the instructor will work individually with participants to choose a poem or story to revise, polish and prepare for public presentation. A list of poetry open mics in the area will be provided, so students can choose to perform their material. Creative writing experience is not required. You must be a resident or have a connection to “WORDS MOVE MOUNTAINS” A POETRY & STORY-WRITING CLASS DATES: March 10, 17, 24, 31, 2026 7:00 – 8:30 PM VIA ZOOM Fee: $50 Join us for a transformative journey through words as we explore the power of writing stories and poetry together! Register through Eventbrite ABOUT THE WORKSHOP Using generative techniques, class participants will articulate their visions through poetry and story in a safe environment where all participant voices are welcome. Sharing and listening creates connections, empathy and gathers us in community. Each session will involve learning, writing and sharing. Following the four sessions, CD will work individually with participants to choose a poem or story to revise, polish, and prepare for public presentation. Writing experience not required. Must be a resident or have connection to Malden. Must commit to attending all four sessions Workshop Fee (total for all 4 sessions): $50 ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR CD Collins was born and raised in Kentucky and transplanted herself to the soil of Greater Boston decades ago. She is a riveting storyteller who threads her Southern roots and perspective with all that she has come to know, understand and embody here in the Northeast. CD is a poet, novelist, spoken word performance artist, and a gifted instructor. She was selected as Malden’s fi rst poet laureate in 2022. Check her out at cdcollins.com. Questions about this workshop? Email anne@artfulwebs.com SPONSORED IN PART : Creative MALDEN ART MUSIC DANCE STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP PLEASANT ST. TAX 175 Pleasant Street, Malden Specializing in Personal Income Tax Preparation Starting at $90. Call: (781) 324-6195 • Computerized Paint Matching (State of the Art Spray Booth) • Computerized Frame Machines • P.P.G. Refinishing System • R134 + 1234yf A/C Machines Fully Insured -RS2415 Insurance Company Approval ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED! TONY BARTOLO Owner 46 Years Let Us Handle Your Next Insurance Claim. Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available Malden and must commit to attending all four sessions. The fee for the entire four-session workshop is $50. Register by scanning the QR Code on the flyer. About the instructor: CD Collins was born and raised in Kentucky and transplanted herself to the soil of Greater Boston decades ago. She is a riveting storyteller who threads her Southern roots and perspective with all that she has come to know, understand and embody here in the Northeast. CD is a poet, novelist, spoken word performance artist and gifted instructor. She was selected as Malden’s first poet laureate in 2022. Check her out at cdcollins.com. About the host organization: This workshop is hosted by Creative Malden, a nonprofit organization in Malden, Massachusetts, that supports and promotes the work of local artists. For more information contact Creative Malden at creativemalden22@gmail. com. This workshop is funded in part through a grant from the Malden Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported through the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. If We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! There is a difference between the rest and the BEST! Celebrating 46 Years In Business! TONY’S AUTO BODY REGISTER HERE: a Call or Visit 781-321-0032 34 Sharon Street Malden, MA 02148 TONYSAUTOBODYLLC.COM COME VISIT OUR
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