Voices of Clark County: Poetry Reading & Workshop with Susan Dingle

Join us for an evening of inspiration and creativity at the Fourth Plain Community Commons. We are honored to host Clark County Poet Laureate Susan Dingle for a special two-part event that celebrates the power of words to connect and heal our community.

The Evening’s Schedule:
6:00 PM – 6:45 PM | Featured Reading: Susan will share selections from her acclaimed work, reflecting on her journey as a poet, social worker, and advocate for the Clark County arts scene.
6:45 PM – 8:00 PM | Generative Workshop: Pick up a pen and join a guided writing session. Susan will lead us through prompts designed to unlock your creative voice using image and metaphor. No previous writing experience is required—just a willingness to explore!

About the Venue: This event takes place in the heart of Vancouver at the Fourth Plain Community Commons, a space dedicated to fostering local culture, celebration, and community growth.

Date and Time
Friday, March 20, 2026 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM PDT
Location
Fourth Plain Community Commons 3101 E Fourth Plain Blvd, Suite 101 Vancouver, WA 98661

Parking Instructions:
Columbia Bank Lot: Attendees are welcome to park in the Columbia Bank parking lot adjacent to the building.

Street Parking: Additional free parking is available on the surrounding streets.
Please allow an extra 5-10 minutes to park and make your way into Suite 101 before the 6:00 PM start time.

About the Poet Laureate
Susan Dingle is the 2024–2027 Clark County Poet Laureate. An MFA graduate from Pacific University and a licensed clinical social worker, Susan believes that “poetry is for everyone.” Her work is centered on making poetry accessible, helping people of all backgrounds find their voices through her “Poetry Street” initiatives and community-wide workshops.

About StorySpark Collective
StorySpark Collective is where narrative meets social justice. We know that stories have the power to do more than just entertain—they educate, inspire, and build inclusive communities from the ground up.

Whether we are hosting a community workshop or consulting with organizations on equitable communication, our goal is the same: Empowering you to speak your truth. Our events are designed to be safe, brave spaces where every voice has the power to spark a flame of change.