East Side Youth Poetry Reading

Art in the cafe...

Dottie and Josie Brand (Two Peas in a Pod)


"Summer Magic"


June 2026



We are self-taught artists who create work inspired by healing, nature, travel, and personal experiences. Growing up, art became a way for us to process emotions, express ourselves, and create spaces that felt meaningful and comforting. Our first “gallery” was our college apartment, which we transformed with our own artwork and nature-inspired design and the power of the feminine. Sharing our space and work with others encouraged us to continue creating and exploring art more seriously. Inspired by our Latin culture, color, emotion, and everyday moments, our work reflects themes of connection, growth,...
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Thursday, April 26, 2007

Featuring poets and spoken word performers from LaFollette, East, and Shabazz high schools, as well as any other teen who wants to read their own work. This is a feel-good celebration of poetry, not a slam. Please arrive at least fifteen minutes early to sign up.

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