for writers, readers and fans of the spoken word
May 2020
We are gradually adding our classes back, following state guidelines and strict cleaning protocols. Stay tuned as we add more in the coming months - we are planning our next super-popular party (!) - Saturday Soiree - to be held July 18. Our gift shop is open but we are still offering online sales and optional curbside pickup HERE. We will be back soon with more of our wonderful classes and gallery shows -- stay tuned to our Facebook page for updates or check back here often. Feel free to email our teachers to check on the status of their classes. Teachers' emails can be found HERE.
Class sizes will be limited. We are following all state guidelines for cleaning protocols, class size and distancing.
We are gradually adding our classes back, following state guidelines and strict cleaning protocols. Stay tuned as we add more in the coming months - we are planning our next super-popular party (!) - Saturday Soiree - to be held July 18. Our gift shop is open but we are still offering online sales and optional curbside pickup HERE. We will be back soon with more of our wonderful classes and gallery shows -- stay tuned to our Facebook page for updates or check back here often. Feel free to email our teachers to check on the status of their classes. Teachers' emails can be found HERE.
Class sizes will be limited. We are following all state guidelines for cleaning protocols, class size and distancing.
walton writers
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Walton Writers hosts three on-going events here at MWCA, especially geared toward writers -- from budding writers to published authors. These meetings are free and open to the public. Joining Walton Writers MeetUp group is recommended so you'll get updates and reminders about their meetings.
Hosted by our Literary Arts Chair, Walton Writers founder and published author Barbara Barth. ONLINE WRITING PROMPTS AND CONTESTS: Join this fun Facebook group for creative writing prompts and contests! MONDAY WRITE-IN: We are closed for now on Mondays. We hope to resume Monday Write-In soon. Every Monday from noon to 3 pm. Drop in and stay as long as you like for writing inspiration, encouragement and support! No formal instruction provided in this free creative gathering. Very informal, come as you are, come when you can. Bring something you are working on. Critique groups welcomed. Open to anyone interested in writing. A quiet place to work on your craft. FIRST THURSDAY WALTON WRITERS MEETING: Postponed until further notice eets every first Thursday (of most months) from 6 - 8 pm. Topics and speakers vary from month-to-month. In November and December they will have a different meeting schedule due to city of Monroe events on the usual meeting nights. Email Barbara for more info. Second Saturday Open Mic Night hosted by Walton Writers (comedy, storytelling, music) from 7 – 9 pm. Postposed until further notice Performers wanted: story tellers, spoken word, comics, musicians. Email Barbara if you’re interested. |
online via zoom: short fiction workshop
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Wednesday evenings in May - July from 7:00-8:30pm, online via Zoom.
Starts May 13 Instructor: Jessica Hudgins, Founder & Director, Georgia Writers' Project REGISTER HERE This short fiction workshop is for writers who are currently working on a novel or on a short story collection. Over the course of nine weeks, we'll be looking at Lucia Berlin's short fiction. This workshop will be especially helpful for someone who needs help generating new material. Students should be prepared to participate in in-class activities, discussion, and short lectures, and to complete weekly writing assignments based on our readings of Berlin's work. The class will take place via Zoom. Jessica can help anyone set up that software, if needed! Pre-registration required 24 hours in advance. Per class fee: $12 for members $15 for non-members |
southern sisters in crime
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Southern Sisters in Crime Writers Group generally meets the third Sunday of each month at 3:00
They are members of the National Sisters in Crime. You do not have to be a mystery writer to join, just enjoy the genre. Contact Marlene MsRatWrites@gmail.com if you are interested in attending. |
children's book festival
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Sponsored by The Story Shop,
the Children's Book Festival is a city-wide celebration of stories, imagination and the community that grows out of both. Author events | Panels | Story Times | Storytime 5K | Bounce Houses Cow Train | Farmers Market and MORE! indie authorsWe are excited to host Indie Children's Book Authors!
Download the 2020 Indie Author Application HERE |
book nook
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We have a lovely and relaxing place for you to browse books by local authors, read or log into our WIFI and get a little quiet work done!
Are you a published author? Contact us about carrying your works in our shop. We can also host your book launch or book signings! Visit our Book Nook today! And by the way, if your Book Club would like a free place to meet, contact us! We'd be happy to host your book club meeting during our open hours. |
