Writers Angie Cruz and Lilliam Rivera

Angie Cruz, a major voice in 21st-century American literature, is the author of acclaimed novels that explore the Dominican American experience in New York City’s under-served neighborhoods, including Soledad (2001), Let It Rain Coffee (2005), and Dominicana (2019). Her newest novel is How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water (paperback, 2023), the tale […]

Thematic Routes – Word Weavers Writing Workshop

Amherst Writers & Artist affiliate and Expressive Arts Therapist, Suzanne S. Rancourt guides writers of all genres & skill levels using a variety of engaging writing prompts. This month’s theme inspired prompts explore thematic direction, POV, texture, and tone. AWA practices are reviewed at each workshop so you can start anytime!Suzanne S. Rancourt is a […]

Woodstock Poetry Society featuring Joann Deiudicibus and Thomas Festa

Woodstock Poetry Society is sponsoring the following poetry event as part of the Woodstock “Second Saturdays” Art Events.Poets Joann Deiudicibus and Thomas Festa will be featured followed by an open mic when the Woodstock Poetry Society meets in-person at the Woodstock Library and virtually via Zoom on Saturday, October 12th, 2024 at 2pm (Eastern). WPS […]

Free Your Story Writing Workshop

FREE YOUR STORY – Community Writing WorkshopSunday, October 13, 2024 3:00 – 5:30 pm Inquiring Minds Bookstore 200 Main Street Saugerties, NY “There’s no greater burden than bearing an untold story inside you.” – Maya Angelou FREE YOUR STORY! Break free from self-doubt & writer’s block Find your voice & free your narrative Learn how […]

An Afternoon of Poetry

Poetry is meant to be shared. Join the Poetry Caravan of Columbia County and your friends and neighbors at the Chatham Public Library for an open-mic style poetry event. Bring your favorite poems (yours or someone else’s) to share with the group or just come to listen and enjoy. Light refreshments will be provided. No […]

Third Thursday Poetry Night featuring Francesca Sidoti

Social Justice Center 33 Central Ave., Albany, NY, United States

Local poet Francesca Sidoti will read from her work at the Social Justice Center, 33 Central Ave., Albany, NY on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 7:30PM, with an open mic for community poets.A native and resident of Albany, NY, Francesca J. Sidoti has had work published in Chiron Review, Haight-Ashbury Literary Journal, Viet Nam Generation, South Ash Press, Moonstone Arts Nikki Giovanni Tribute, eunoia review and […]

Poetry Reading featuring David Gonsalves

POETRY READING AT PINE HOLLOW ARBORETUM with feature poet DAVID GONSALVES (with event also including time for poets who wish to read some of their own poems)Sign-up starts at 6:00 PM with Reading beginning at 6:30 PM. Reading held at HQ building at 34 Pine Hollow Road, Slingerlands, NY 12159. David Gonsalves is a dedicated […]

Prepping for a Marathon Month

Writers can find many opportunities and methods to engage in an intense period of writing. One of those is the November Marathon Challenge sponsored by the national Sisters in Crime organization. Learn more about the November Challenge at the Upper Hudson SinC Chapter meeting led by author and writing instructor Ellen Higgins. The meeting is […]

Science In Poetry/Poetry In Science

Physics, biology, astronomy, and poetry all strive to understand life’s mysteries, and both poetry and science are rooted in curiosity and investigation.In this 90-minute program, Barbara Ungar, Sarah Giragosian, Margaret Greaves, and Jackie Craven will read selections from their new books and discuss the ways writers explore science through poetry. Book copies will be available […]

Teen Writing Club

Come write in! Poets, novelists, cartoonists, and more are invited to an hour of writing inspiration and sharing. Work on your existing projects or try a new prompt in a supportive and welcoming atmosphere. New writers are always welcome, and snacks are provided, of course!For teens grades 6th-12th. Registration encouraged, but drop-ins are welcome. Please […]

Lucid Voices Open Mic

Lucid Voices open mic experience continues with another Open Mic featuring Gabriella Rubin!

The Secrets of Writing Mysteries

If you like to attend author events to ask questions and buy autographed books, imagine having several authors in one place!The Upper Hudson Chapter of Sisters in Crime and the Rensselaer Public Library invite you to join several area authors for a discussion on what makes them and their novels tick! Their award-winning novels cover […]