Poet Laureate Community Projects 

Established in 2021 by a group of former Bucks County Poets Laureate, the PLCP is working to expand writing opportunities for all writers and collaborative artists in Bucks County and the greater Philadelphia region. Since Fall 2022, we have sponsored numerous creative writing workshops facilitated by established authors and open to writers of all levels of experience, as well as Open Mic opportunities for BCCC students, staff, and faculty. Future workshops, events, and opportunities are always in the works!

Mission

To inspire artistic growth, welcome new voices and collaborations, and honor rich literary traditions.

Vision

Volta Center for Writing Arts creates a space and provides opportunities for poetry, writing, and collaborative arts to flourish.

Volta offers readings, discussions, performances, and workshops featuring community-based and nationally recognized writers and artists. We house a library of poetry, fiction, drama, and creative nonfiction where the community can come together to further the tradition of literary arts.

Values and Philosophy

Volta was founded on the belief that the writing arts deepen our understanding of ourselves and our connections to one another as human beings. We believe that poetry and the arts are key to discovering and strengthening connections within our communities.

We invite writers at all stages of artistic development to bring individual works and collaborations to life as they develop and hone their craft. We encourage playful and courageous experimentation in a community that welcomes all voices.