Poetry & Language Club Paris - Reading, Sharing & Creating (FR / EN)

# 📚 Poetry & Language Club, First Gathering

Read. Write. Speak. Feel language.
Welcome to the first session of the Poetry & Language Club in Paris.
This is a relaxed space for people who love poetry, literature and languages.
Together we explore words through reading, conversation and short writing exercises.
No academic pressure, no performance, just curiosity and the pleasure of language.

### Theme: “Élévation” by Charles Baudelaire

For our first gathering, we will explore the poem “Élévation” by Charles Baudelaire.
A poem about rising above the noise of the world and reconnecting with a higher state of mind.
Together we will read the poem, reflect on its imagery, and use it as inspiration for writing and conversation.

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## 🌿 What we will do

1️⃣ Poetry reading
We read Élévation together (in French and English translation).
2️⃣ Discussion
We explore themes of the poem:

• elevation of the mind
• nature and imagination
• escaping the noise of the world

Conversation can happen in French, English or Italian.
3️⃣ Creative writing
Short writing prompt inspired by the poem.
Example:
“If your mind could rise above the city, what would you see?”
4️⃣ Optional sharing
Participants can read their text if they wish.

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## 🌍 Languages

French / English / Italian
No need to speak perfectly — the goal is to enjoy language and expression.

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## 👥 Who this event is for

• lovers of poetry and literature
• language enthusiasts
• writers and creative minds
• curious people who enjoy thoughtful conversations
No experience required.

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## ⏰ Duration

1h15

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## ✨ What to bring

• a notebook
• a pen
• curiosity

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## ☕ Atmosphere

A small circle of people exploring language, poetry and ideas together.

First event is free, you just need to pay your drink in the café ;)