2012-10-26 22:44:46 - Milwaukee, WI, October 26, 2012 – Alfons Gallery is continuing the long-term commitment of the School Sisters of St. Francis to the arts by hosting “Poetry Quest,” a poetry reading presented in cooperation with the Greenleaf Writers, on November 2 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Milwaukee, WI, October 26, 2012 – Alfons Gallery is continuing the long-term commitment of the School Sisters of St. Francis to the arts by hosting “Poetry Quest a poetry reading presented in cooperation with the Greenleaf Writers, on November 2 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The reading coincides with the gallery’s current exhibit, “Drawn Meditations: Recent Work by Sister Janet Petersen

��Poetry Quest’ provides an opportunity to experience another aspect of Sister Janet’s personal expression says Alfons Gallery Director and Curator Valerie J. Christell. “It expands on her drawn meditations while providing a setting for others to not only listen but join in. Additional events that expand on exhibits’ concepts are what I plan to present for each show at the Gallery

The poetry reading will be led by Sister Janet and Sister Irene Zimmerman, both of whom have published their poetry. It will also include readings by Greenleaf Writers and is open to readings by other poets as well as anyone who would like to read a favorite poem. Refreshments will be served.

“Drawn Meditations” runs through November 25, 2012.

About Alfons Gallery
Alfons Gallery’s mission reflects the local and global work of the School Sisters of St. Francis who house it at their St. Joseph Center on Milwaukee’s south side. Exhibitions celebrate cultural diversity and advocate for social justice and peace through the visions of area artists. Multidisciplinary offerings aim to both educate and inspire viewers about our world and the impact every individual makes in it.

Alfons Gallery exhibits are free and open to the public Wednesday-Friday 12-3 p.m., Sunday from 1-3 p.m., and by appointment.

Alfons Gallery is located at St. Joseph Center, 1501 S. Layton Blvd. (27th and Greenfield) in Milwaukee. Free parking is available in the lot at 29th and Orchard (Alexia Circle entrance).

Alfons Gallery’s Cultural Gift Shop
The Cultural Gift Shop’s mission is to expand cultural awareness and support artisans working in our global missions as well as fine craft artists working locally and nationally.

For more information on Alfons Gallery, please email vchristell@sssf.org, call 414-385-5273, or visit the Gallery’s website at www.sssf.org/gallery.