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Introducing Renga Roadtrip: A Summer Haiku Adventure

This summer, we're trading screens for sidewalks, rushing for reflection, and ordinary outings for poetic discovery.

Join Kara and Shannon for a three-part journey through Cincinnati as we explore rivers, butterflies, gardens, architecture, and trails through the art of haiku. Along the way we'll walk, observe, write, share, and connect with fellow readers and writers.

📍 June 12: River Walk
🦋 July 10: Butterflies & Foliage
🌿 September 3: Haiku Trail at Hueston Woods

Whether you're an experienced writer or simply curious about slowing down and paying attention, Renga Roadtrip is an invitation to see our city with fresh eyes.

The journey concludes with a collaborative zine featuring participants' poems, photographs, and reflections from the summer.

Because poetry isn't something far away. It's waiting wherever we choose to pay attention.

Presented by The Mercantile Library
Sponsored by Cathy Willis
In memory of Peggy Willis Lyles

Spots are VERY limited rsvp: Introducing Renga Roadtrip: A Summer Haiku Adventure

This summer, we're trading screens for sidewalks, rushing for reflection, and ordinary outings for poetic discovery.

Join Kara and Shannon for a three-part journey through Cincinnati as we explore rivers, butterflies, gardens, architecture, and trails through the art of haiku. Along the way we'll walk, observe, write, share, and connect with fellow readers and writers.

📍 June 12: River Walk
🦋 July 10: Butterflies & Foliage
🌿 September 3: Haiku Trail at Hueston Woods

Whether you're an experienced writer or simply curious about slowing down and paying attention, Renga Roadtrip is an invitation to see our city with fresh eyes.

The journey concludes with a collaborative zine featuring participants' poems, photographs, and reflections from the summer.

Because poetry isn't something far away. It's waiting wherever we choose to pay attention.

Presented by The Mercantile Library
Sponsored by Cathy Willis
In memory of Peggy Willis Lyles

Spots are VERY limited attend one session or all three: https://www.mercantilelibrary.com/events/calendar/2026/06/12/renga-road-trip

Breaking (Egg) Alert! We had our first peregrine falcon hatchling in the Mercantile Library's peregrine falcon nestbox on Mother's Day, with a second appearing this morning: https://www.youtube.com/live/qQ3P2q2N_h0?si=AuV1dZA06tq36gen

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