Spiritual Journaling Weekend

Trusting God during Difficult CircumstancesSome of our times are harder than others. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, health issues, financial worries or even positive changes like starting a […]

Women Writers Retreat

Women will gather in mid-July to immerse themselves in writing and nature. Two daily classes are followed by free time in the afternoon and readings in the evening. Class choices […]

From Page to Stage: Turning Poets into Performers

Giving voice to written work adds layers of meaning while clarifying our intention and charging the words on the page with emotional and intellectual substance.Participants will learn to hone the […]

Let’s Write Together Generative Workshop

Writing with other people keeps you honest.” — Natalie GoldbergGive yourself the present of time to write before all the holiday craziness kicks in! Inspired by Natalie Goldman’s recent book […]

2023 Year in Review

The Hudson Valley Writers Guild is proud to present the 2023 Year in Review at MochaLisa’s Caffè in Clifton Park!Mary Panza hosts the Year in Review, highlighting the ups and […]

Friends Book Talk: Gene Damm

Gene Damm, former journalist, former president of FAPL, & current board member of FFAPL presents Dream Town: Shaker Heights and the Quest for Racial Equity by Laura Meckler at the Washington […]

Vernon Benjamin at Standing Rock Book Release

A book launch for “Crossing Divides: My Journey to Standing Rock” by Vernon Benjamin with guest speakers, book readings, and videos of the 2016 anti-pipeline protests.Speakers will include Wes Gillingham […]

Caffe Lena Poetry Open Mic Featuring James Schlett

Caffe Lena 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, United States

The first Wednesday of every month is Poetry Night at Caffe Lena. Hosted by Carol Graser, this event includes an open mic reading and a featured poet. The doors open […]

From Page to Stage: Turning Poets into Performers

Giving voice to written work adds layers of meaning while clarifying our intention and charging the words on the page with emotional and intellectual substance.Participants will learn to hone the […]

Judy Staber reading at Stockbridge Library

Judy (White) Staber will read from her recent biographical-memoir “Rise Above It, Darling the story of Joan White actor, director, teacher, producer and (sometimes) mother.” published 2022.Judy Staber, who was […]