Following poet and writer Ross Gay’s invitation, the retreat will begin with a “write a delight” exercise, focusing on appreciating the simple joys and wonders around us. We’ll then embark on a journey of exploration through a variety of optional prompts designed to spark gratitude and appreciation for the world we inhabit.The retreat will unfold […]
Next Year’s Words: A New Paltz Literary ForumContact: Susan Chute, curator and host readandlisten@npnextyearswords.org 917.446.0993 POWERFUL POETS WILL PRESENT AT THE FINAL PROGRAM OF OUR 10TH SEASON ON JUNE 12TH! Join us for the final program of our 10th season at Next Year’s Words, a New Paltz Literary Forum, on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at […]
Word Thursdays Online featuring Nicole Tallman & Caridad Moro-Gronlier will broadcast live IN THREE DAYS on Thursday, June 13 at 7 PM EST.To attend the event, please click this link just before 7 PM EST or go to Bright Hill’s Facebook page to view the live stream. Suggested donation is $3, and free to students. Nicole […]
Spencertown, New York–Spencertown Academy Arts Center presents Nature Writing: Poetry and Prose Workshop with Donna Kaz on Saturday, June 15 from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Tuition is $30 for Academy members and $35 for non-members. To register, please see www.spencertownacademy.org.Participants will explore the unique landscape of summer and will be guided through examples of how poets like Mary Oliver and […]
So, you’ve written a terrific short story. That’s great, but what’s next? How do you get it published? Join the next meeting of the Upper Hudson Sisters in Crime Chapter when Jackie Sherbow, editor and author, will talk with Maven’s member and published author Frankie Bailey. They’ll talk about how to submit your short stories […]
Poet Susan Oringel will read from her work at the Social Justice Center, 33 Central Ave., Albany on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 7:30PM, with an open mic for community poets.Susan Oringel is a poet and writer in New York’s Capital District. Publications include: Carnevale (2023), My Coney Island (2019) and work in various journals. She was awarded fellowships by NYSCA and […]
Please join us for the Senior Center’s poetry/storytelling open mic!The Saratoga Senior Center Open Mic is supportive, affirming, and non-threatening. Each open mic participant may read 2 short poems or 1 longer one. This month’s featured poet is Barbara Ungar. Barbara is the author of Naming the Animals, The Origin of the Milky Way, and others. She was […]
Poetry reading by Linda McCauley Freeman, with Q&A and book signing to follow. Linda McCauley Freeman has been widely published, including in a Chinese translation. Lines from her poem “Made in America” are on display at the Civil Rights Museum in Montgomery, Alabama. Linda will be reading selections from her first book, “The Family Plot” […]
Writers Read™ and the New York State Writers Institute present a curated program of personal, 650-word, five-minute Summer Camp stories from talented writers throughout New York’s Capital Region — from Camp Chingachgook south to Coxsackie, and east of Amsterdam to Hoosick Falls!The live event will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 30, at WAMC’s […]
Hello fellow Albany Writers!After much discussion and planning Grace, Rose, and I are ready to announce the next big adventure! On Sunday June 30th at 6PM at the East Greenbush Denny’s we will be having an ‘Out with the Old, and In with the New’ celebration! Out with the Old – Grace, Rose, and myself […]
Presentation and Reading by Linda Mary Wagner from her book Rear-View Reflections on Radical Change: A Green Grandma’s Memoir and Call for Climate Action. At Albany Public Library, 161 Washington Ave, Albany. Sponsored by Friends and Foundation for Albany Public Library. Linda will discuss how her memoir provides lessons for the 2024 elections.
Expect the unexpected as poets, writers, and other creatives from the Hudson area and beyond reveal the inspiration and shadows behind their work.Featuring Bibbe Hansen, Jee Leong Koh, Rik Letendre. Hosted by Jane Ormerod and John K Lawson. Doors at 6:00 pm, show at 7:00 pm. $10 suggested donation to be shared among contributors. Bibbe […]
The Hudson Valley Writers Guild supports the efforts of writers in all genres by sponsoring readings, workshops, and contests and providing a number of valuable resources for the entire literary community.
