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Writing for Children
Writing for Children
This seminar is for writers who want an introduction to writing for children. The class will begin with an overview of recently published children’s books, including picture books, early readers, chapter books, middle grade books, and graphic novels for children. Drawing on her experience as an agented and traditionally-published children’s book author, the instructor will…
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Writers Zoom Meet-Up
Writers Zoom Meet-Up
Join The Muse on the first Tuesday of each month* for our monthly Writers Zoom Meet-Up, an informal get-together where writers from anywhere in the world enjoy conversation, camaraderie, and discussion about what we're working on. Breakout rooms by genre will be available. Let's get together and build connections with other writers and learn more…
Poetry 3: Going Deeper with Revision & Workshop
Poetry 3: Going Deeper with Revision & Workshop
You've been crafting poetry and you've successfully made use of several forms and styles. It's time to take a more critical look at what makes a poem appeal to a greater audience, and to consider what makes a poem a contender for publication. In Poetry Level 3, you'll have the opportunity for a more immersive…
The Advanced Screenwriting Workshop
The Advanced Screenwriting Workshop
The Advanced workshop will focus on the all-important revision process in screenwriting, with members sharing the successes and difficulties encountered in the scripting process for feature-length, short, or TV scripts. We will watch films and clips, read professional scripts and critique each other’s work in a spirit of encouragement and camaraderie. The Advanced section is…
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Memoir, Magical Art, and Mental Well-being
Memoir, Magical Art, and Mental Well-being
What are the brief moments that make us who we are? Magical art returns us to a time of uninhibited childhood creativity, a time before we censored ourselves or allowed others to tell us what was good or bad about our art creations. Memoir writing is particularly suited for an exploration of a moment, particularly…
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Writers Coffee Break
Writers Coffee Break
Join us for our monthly 1st Friday Writers Coffee Breaks at Cafe Stella in Ghent. At these informal get-togethers, area writers and Muse teachers, students, and friends enjoy conversation and camaraderie over a (perhaps much needed) coffee break. Each month will be hosted by different Muse teachers, who will be available to answer questions from…
PechaKucha Night @ 757 Makerspace Norfolk
PechaKucha Night @ 757 Makerspace Norfolk
Join us at 757 Makerspace Norfolk for PechaKucha Night, one of thousands happening around the globe! This will be an informal and fun gathering where people get together and share their ideas, passions, work, hobbies -- anything, really -- via presentations in the PechaKucha 20x20 format: 20 slides, 20 seconds each. Anyone can sign up…
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CNU Writers Conference 2023
CNU Writers Conference 2023
Virginia is for Writers: Come to the CNU Writers Conference Join The Muse at Christopher Newport University's 41st Annual Writers Conference, Saturday, May 6 at CNU's Freeman Center. Enjoy a keynote address, 11 breakout sessions, a writing contest, pitch sessions, an open mic, and an opportunity to network with fellow writers, publishers, and agents. Featured…
Queer Writers Meet-up @ Eleanor’s NFK
Queer Writers Meet-up @ Eleanor’s NFK
Calling all queer writers! Join us every first Saturday in person at Eleanor's Norfolk from 10-11. This is a space to meet up with other local creatives, meet new friends, and talk all things writing. Looking to get some words on the page? Come to our Rainbow Write-in at the Muse every third Tuesday. Co-hosted…
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Recognizing and Using Mythological Archetypes
Recognizing and Using Mythological Archetypes
Let’s explore the power of mythology and how subconscious tenets based on ancient myth pepper not only the symbols we use, but our plot points and themes. Most writers know mythology, but having a better understanding of its evolution and its sometimes startling connections to today--as well as how to recognize and utilize inherent mythological…
Dr. Liz Groeneveld’s Book Celebration
Dr. Liz Groeneveld’s Book Celebration
Please join us to celebrate the launch of ODU Women's Studies chair, Dr. Liz Groeneveld’s award-winning book, Lesbian Porn Magazines and the Sex Wars: Reimagining Sex, Power, and Identity, co-presented by ODU’s Friends of Women’s Studies and The Muse Writers Center. A festive community gathering, with enriching conversation and a book signing is open to…
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CANCELLED: Student Reading at Plaza del Sol
CANCELLED: Student Reading at Plaza del Sol
Due to various circumstances, we have had to cancel this reading. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please join us for our other two readings at Waters Edge Winery on 5/22 and on Zoom on 5/26.
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Fiction 2: Deeper into Character & Story (Tuesday Mornings)
Fiction 2: Deeper into Character & Story (Tuesday Mornings)
The fiction writing journey continues where Fiction 1 left off. Returning students and writers new to The Muse (who have fiction writing experience) will be encouraged to produce and submit original work for discussion by the group in the workshop format. In addition, participants will take a deeper look at the essential craft elements of…
Kids & Teens Write Now! at Slover Library
Kids & Teens Write Now! at Slover Library
Find The Muse and WRITE NOW! Do you wonder if you can write? Have you always wanted to write a story? Are you looking for a little inspiration? Do you need a little creative motivation? Well, we believe that everyone has a story and everyone can write it. You just need some inspiration and motivation!…
Screenwriting 2: Getting Your Script On Its Feet
Screenwriting 2: Getting Your Script On Its Feet
You’ve taken Screenwriting 1 and now you’re ready to test the waters with your own writing or get feedback on scripts you’ve been working on already. This course is designed as both a Workshop with group review and discussion as well as a continuation of learning screenwriting principles. We will discuss intermediate-level techniques and formatting,…
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Shut Up & Write Drop-in Session (Hybrid)
Shut Up & Write Drop-in Session (Hybrid)
Need a little mid-week motivation to pick up your pen? Join us every second Wednesday online or in person at the Muse for this drop-in writing session. No experience with writing or the Muse necessary! Open to any and all looking for a little slice of time dedicated to writing -- this is a lovely,…
Fiction 2: Deeper into Character & Story (Wednesday Evenings)
Fiction 2: Deeper into Character & Story (Wednesday Evenings)
The fiction writing journey continues where Fiction 1 left off. Returning students and writers new to The Muse (who have fiction writing experience) will be encouraged to produce and submit original work for discussion by the group in the workshop format. In addition, participants will take a deeper look at the essential craft elements of…
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The Muse Neighborhood Jam
The Muse Neighborhood Jam
Join us on the 2nd Friday of each month for an evening where everyone is welcome to make music, sing, read, laugh, or just hang out and listen. This is not an open mic with a sign-up list. The Muse Jam is more fun! We'll alternate between individual-led and collaborative performance and pure unplugged jams.…
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Show & Grow Your Prose
Show & Grow Your Prose
Join us for Show and Grow Your Prose... in-person at Gus and George's in Virginia Beach. Don't miss the chance to get free, professional feedback on your written work. Presenters will read up to ten minutes of their material, which will be followed by another ten minutes of feedback from our guest critiquers Lauran Strait…
Synnika Lofton Book Launch and Q&A
Synnika Lofton Book Launch and Q&A
Join The Muse Writers Center for a reading by Synnika Lofton from his new poetry collection, American Reverie. After the reading, there will be a Q&A and book signing. This event will be held in person at The Muse and copies of the book will be available for purchase. See the Muse's current Covid-19 policies.…
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The Poetry Studio
The Poetry Studio
The studio continues: Members of the group will actively write and revise original poetry, with a special emphasis on the careful review of members' work, the examination of the literary and commercial marketplace, and the submission of work for publication. Work will be submitted in advance of each meeting. All poems submitted will be critiqued…
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Thought Radio at Slover Library
Thought Radio at Slover Library
Join Muse teacher and local musician Skye Zentz for this free online program at Slover Library! Register online here In a busy world of technological connectivity, we are constantly being bombarded with the suggestions and opinions of other people. All the noise of these outside influences can make it hard to navigate our own personal…
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Writers Happy Hour
Writers Happy Hour
Join us for our Third Thursday Writers Happy Hour, an in-person, informal get-together where area writers and Muse teachers, students, and friends enjoy conversation, camaraderie, and drinks. This month's Happy Hour will be hosted by Michael Khandelwal and Diane Fine. Feel free to let us know you’re coming on Facebook. We look forward to seeing…
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The Norfolk Word Art Show: An Open Mic @ The Muse
The Norfolk Word Art Show: An Open Mic @ The Muse
Welcome to the Norfolk Word Art Show! This monthly open mic takes place at The Muse Writers Center every third Friday. Sign up to share any original written words - material from Poets, Songwriters, Comedians, Playwrights. If you can write it, we’d like to hear it. Every month we will also have a featured performer…
The Warriors at The Naro Expanded Cinema
The Warriors at The Naro Expanded Cinema
The Warriors comes to the Naro big screen on Friday, May 19. We’ll have plenty of boozy beverages available, with proceeds benefiting The Muse Writers Center. As always, all alcohol sales are CASH only--please hit the ATM beforehand. We’ll also have plenty of THC goodies, theater snacks, and trivia prizes! Our buddy Greg Steele is…
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“Views of Virginia” Gallery Reception & Poetry Reading
“Views of Virginia” Gallery Reception & Poetry Reading
VIEWS OF VIRGINIA, a reverse-ekphrastic* art and poetry exhibit curated by the Poetry Society of Virginia, is currently on display at The Muse Writers Center through July 31st, 2023. Join us at The Muse for a free reading and gallery reception with the poets and artists featured in the exhibit! Light refreshments will be provided.…
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Melissa Page Book Launch and Q&A
Melissa Page Book Launch and Q&A
Join The Muse Writers Center for a reading by longtime Muse member and friend Melissa Page Deutsch from her latest book, This SLP Life, published by ASHA Press. Following the reading there will be a Q&A; attendees will also be invited to participate in a sample coaching exercise from the book. This event will be…
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Student Reading at Waters Edge Winery
Student Reading at Waters Edge Winery
Join The Muse Writers Center as we celebrate the work of our Winter/Spring 2023 students as they share their writing from the past session! This event will be held in person at Waters Edge Winery. Tables are first-come first-served, so plan to arrive early, order some food and drinks, and enjoy an evening of writing.…
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Write Now! at Slover Library
Write Now! at Slover Library
Find The Muse and WRITE NOW! Do you wonder if you can write? Have you always wanted to write a story? Are you looking for a little inspiration? Do you need a little creative motivation? Well, we believe that everyone has a story and everyone can write it. You just need some inspiration and motivation!…
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Virtual Student Reading
Virtual Student Reading
Join The Muse Writers Center online and help us celebrate the work of our Winter/Spring students as they share their writing from the past session! This event will be held via Zoom webinar. Register to WATCH the reading live Register to PARTICIPATE as a reader (only open to students who have taken a Muse class,…
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VOICES: An Open Mic Dedicated to Mental Health Awareness
VOICES: An Open Mic Dedicated to Mental Health Awareness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Join us at The Muse for an open mic centered on all things mental health; share your poetry, your personal essays, your short stories, your original music — anything that touches on the subject. This will be a moving, vulnerable, caring evening of sharing words and space. Please note:…
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Writers Coffee Break
Writers Coffee Break
Join us for our monthly 1st Friday Writers Coffee Breaks at Cafe Stella in Ghent. At these informal get-togethers, area writers and Muse teachers, students, and friends enjoy conversation and camaraderie over a (perhaps much needed) coffee break. Each month will be hosted by different Muse teachers, who will be available to answer questions from…
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1-Day Creative Writing “Camp” for Adults (Sat. June 3)
1-Day Creative Writing “Camp” for Adults (Sat. June 3)
Note: Completely different July & August Sessions are also available! Each hour in this fun, day-long, creative writing “camp” for adults, we’ll explore different aspects of writing and the writing life. We'll write together, and we'll enjoy 2 camp-wide/keynote sessions and 12 breakout sessions/workshops led by noted teachers and authors to explore craft, professional development,…
Queer Writers Meet-up @ Eleanor’s NFK
Queer Writers Meet-up @ Eleanor’s NFK
Calling all queer writers! Join us every first Saturday in person at Eleanor's Norfolk from 10-11. This is a space to meet up with other local creatives, meet new friends, and talk all things writing. Looking to get some words on the page? Come to our Rainbow Write-in at the Muse every third Tuesday. Co-hosted…
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Writers Happy Hour
Melissa Page Book Launch and Q&A
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Virtual Student Reading
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