FIRST MONDAY, FIRST PERSON, IN PERSON!
Next meeting: October 3, in person at the
Goodman South Madison Library Branch
FREE
Share and critique writing in the first person with like-minded people. Sign up on arrival to read on a first-come, first-served basis, and receive group feedback. Listeners are welcome as well as readers.
When: First Monday of every month, 6-7:45 pm — except Federal Holidays
Where: In-person: Goodman South Madison Library Branch, 2222 South Park Street, Madison. COVID note: attendees in person must be fully vaccinated.
No advance registration is required.
FIRST TUESDAY, FIRST (ZOOM) PERSON
An option for those who prefer online to in-person
Next meeting: October 4
~ 6:00-7:45 pm ~
Join us on the first Tuesday of every month,
online via Zoom.
FREE
Share and critique writing in the first person with like-minded people. Let us know if you have something to read during the check-in round. Read and receive group feedback. Listeners are welcome as well as readers.
When: First Tuesday of every month, 6:00-7:45 pm
Where: Online via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83146852755
No advance registration is required.
Creative Writing
Presented by Madison College
Beginning or advanced writers explore the possibilities of writing for fun and publication by practicing specific writing skills that enhance descriptive language usage, story telling, and exposition, including styles, grammar usage, and imagery.
When: This 8-week workshop meets Tuesday mornings, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Central, from 10/4 through 11/22.
Where: Online
Fee: $165
To register: Click here and follow the link to register for Class #33541, or call 608.258.2301, Option 2.
Guided Autobiography I
You have a wealth of memories and stories. It’s time to capture them in writing.
By using the Guided Autobiography method developed by Dr. James Birren, you will do more than start writing down your memories—you will gain insights into how the events of your life have contributed to the person you are today—and may become tomorrow. Themes include branching points, family history, the role of money, history of one’s life work, health and body, development of sexual identity, ideas about death, spiritual life and values, and changing goals and aspirations. The objective of this course is to produce about 9 thematic autobiographical essays. The emphasis is on self-discovery rather than writing craft. Expressive writing of this nature has been shown to decrease anxiety and isolation and increase self-esteem, energy, and social connection.
Offered through Madison College, 10 weeks starting October 6th
When: This 10-week workshop meets Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Central, from 10/6 to 12/15.
Where: Truax-Protective Services Room 225
Fee: $205
To register: Click here and follow the link to register for Class #33569, or call 608.258.2301, Option 2.
Workshops not for you?
Try individualized memoir coaching
I help you write and share your life stories, coaching you as you write a compelling story from your memories. Throughout, I’m at your side to help you get started and stay motivated. Print-on-demand makes it possible to share your story with just a small circle or offer it to the world.
Intrigued? Got questions? I have answers! Let’s talk.