Wednesday Wordsmiths!
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesUnlock your creative potential with the Wednesday Wordsmiths at The Muse Writers Center! Join us every Wednesday from 5-7pm for an inspiring and collaborative writing experience. Whether you're a seasoned wordsmith or just starting your literary journey, our group welcomes all. Bring your latest writings to share with fellow enthusiasts, or dive into our engaging…
Shut Up & Write Drop-in Session
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesNeed a little mid-week motivation to pick up your pen? Join us every second Wednesday 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, low-pressure way…
Screenwriting 2: Getting Your Script on Its Feet
Online or at The MuseYou’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,…
Not Ready For Workshop Writers Club
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesWriters will read about six minutes of something they have written, then receive gentle feedback from other members of the club. Ages 18 and up. All levels of writing experience. Writers will meet in the auditorium, at the rear of the the Muse. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83563196776?pwd=EeNmZfhYMH8YSaCIHc4SpuUy6OVlCf.1
The Word: An Open Mic for Poets, Storytellers and Fabulists
The Zeiders American Dream Theater 4509 Commerce St., Virginia Beach, VA, United StatesThe Word is in collaboration with Zeiders American Dream Theater, The Muse Writers Center, and Tidewater Writers. The Word welcomes diverse voices and fans of poetry, spoken word, and all forms of creative writing. We encourage all ages and backgrounds to come together and share in the mutual adoration of words. The Z provides a…
Norfolk Word Art Show
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesWelcome to the Norfolk Word Art Show! This monthly open mic takes place at The Muse Writers Center every third Friday, with a different featured performer each month to kick things off. Sign up to share any original written words - material from poets, songwriters, comedians, and playwrites. If you can write it, we would…
A Page in the Life Memoir Group
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesMemoirists unite once a month at The Muse to spend an hour working on their memoirs. Come to share your life stories or just sit and listen. All are welcome. This club meets on the third Sunday of each month from 4-6pm. Virtual & In-Person! To join virtually, register here! For questions about this event,…
Tunin’ Back In Poetry Club
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesAll ages welcome! For poets of all ages and skill levels interested in giving their thoughts and feelings more room to breathe with support of fellow writers. Come and write with us in person or via zoom!
Scary Stories: Writing Club
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesDo you write scary stories? Things that go bump in the night? Creepy crawlies, paranormal, dark forests, monsters, real life horrors, all are welcome. Come write with fellow horror writers, prompts will be available! Zoom Registration Link
TEARS: Transforming Emotions through Art and Reflective Support
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesThis bereavement arts support group offers a compassionate space for individuals navigating grief to express and process emotions through visual journaling and creative writing. Participants will learn creative techniques that combine art-making with reflective writing, fostering healing, self-discovery, and emotional resilience. Guided by supportive prompts and artistic exploration, TEARS encourages participants to transform pain into…
The Yearlong Fiction Studio with Michele Young-Stone
Complete or revise your book-length manuscript in this intensive, 11-month fiction-writing studio. Led by critically acclaimed novelist Michele Young-Stone (Above Us Only Sky, Lost in the Beehive, and The Handbook for Lightning Strike Survivors), this advanced-level course is tailored for serious writers ready to take their craft to the next level. Meeting twice monthly, participants…
Creative Nonfiction and Memoir 3: Deeper into Revision and Exploring Publication
Online or at The MuseReturning members from Nonfiction 2 and new writers with advanced nonfiction workshop experience complete the final stage of the art of nonfiction muse series of classes with more advanced workshop opportunitites focusing on revision. We will also explore publication preparation and research for those writers are interested in taking that next step.