Susan Oringel, a local writer and psychologist will be reading from her first full-length book of poetry, Carnevale, at the Book House in Stuyvesant Plaza in Albany on Saturday, April 6 at 3 p.m.Carnevale is a journey in poetry through the lives and deaths of her parents–who both grew up in Coney Island in the […]
Come out and celebrate National Poetry Month! Saratoga Springs Poet Laureate Joe Bruchac will read and perform, followed by poet Lance Henson.Mr. Henson is a member of the Southern Cheyenne Nation, a cultural activist, teacher, and author of several books of poems. In addition to being a widely published poet, Dr. Bruchac is a storyteller, musician, and member of the […]
Straw Dog Writers Guild members who would like to spend some time writing together can join a Zoom session. We will spend 15 minutes on introductions, a 45 minute writing session, have a 15 minute discussion, then write for a second 45 minute period of time. Afterwards, the Zoom room will remain open for a […]
Haiku, Senryu and Tanka are terse poetic forms adapted to English from the Japanese poetic tradition. Their seeming simplicity can unmask breathtaking insights, universal truths and unanswerable questions. This generative workshop will offer poets a delightful opportunity to play with the forms’ themes and structures to craft much from little. All experience levels welcome.
Novel Ideas Book ClubJoin us for lively discussions on current novels while sipping on delicious cocktails. Our group is all about embracing fresh perspectives, exploring new voices, and having a blast while doing it. Come expand your literary horizons and make some new book-loving friends along the way. No stuffy dress code required, just bring […]
Alice McDermott, one of the leading novelists of her generation, is the author of the New York Times bestseller, Absolution (2023), about the lives of American women on the margins of the Vietnam War. Wives have appeared as minor characters in Vietnam War fiction, but in Absolution they take center stage.Alice McDermott Thursday, April 11 […]
Featuring Poet/Writer Rhonda Rosenheck, Author of The Five Books of Limericks, Sin No More! A Biblical Sea Shanty, Looking, and Yiddische Yoga: OYsanas for Every GenerationRSVP by calling (518) 584-1621. Light refreshments will be served. Suggested donation: $5 Please join us for the Senior Center’s poetry/storytelling open mic! Each open mic participant may read 2 short poems or 1 longer one. The Saratoga Senior […]
Our minds are full of ordinary and extraordinary events. Join poet and contemplative arts teacher Ellen White Rook for a morning of sitting meditation, walking meditation (and perhaps a little gentle stretching or yoga,) and writing sessions. Optional writing prompts will be offered. Suitable for new and experienced writers. Meditation instruction will be provided.
Join Stephentown Art Guild co-founder and professional author Robin Catalano for Just Do It: A Creative Writing Workshop, where we’ll focus on experimenting with writing prompts. We’ll complete a series of short exercises aimed at letting the creative mind wander and tamping down the inner critic. Work can be shared—or not!—and all exercises will be […]
In celebration of National Poetry Month, we’ll read examples of haiku, pay homage to the natural world, and try our hand at the three-line form. Start a writing habit you can stick with and enjoy in this fun, supportive workshop and take away easy prompts for future inspiration. All adults are welcome to attend. Please […]
For National Poetry Month Woodstock Poetry Society and the Woodstock Library will host “Unbroken Circle,” An afternoon in both the spirit of childhood and in recognition of those poets no longer with us. A special event focused on our young poets and our past poets1 pm – 2 pm: Poetry Workshops for Kids (ages 7+) (Cookies, […]
Don’t you deserve at least one day to write?Write 4 a Day is a series of monthly one-day writing retreats in upstate New York. There is: no workshop no agenda no required activities no assignments no schedule no WiFi! Unplug. Write. Don’t write. Think. Daydream. Doodle. Outline. Come for the whole day or just for part […]
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.
