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2 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Why is mystical poetry so often lacking in mysticism? Why is literature of the sacred so often tepid, or even a drag? In this course, suitable for anyone, we will look at and plunder poetic passages from works by the Rolling Stones, Little Richard, the Doors, Blondie, the Clash, Simone Weil, the Go-Go’s, Bob Dylan,…
$220.00
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
In this focused workshop for writers of all phases and stages, we will explore the brevity and beauty of flash essays. Flash is generally considered under 750 words, and it packs a punch through honed and purposeful prose. In one session, we’ll look closely at the precision of “microscopic” moments, consider the power of titles…
$65.00
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4 events,
The Fiction Studio continues with returning members and new members with professional fiction workshop experience. We will actively write and revise original short stories and chapters of novels as well as consider various aspects of the creative and professional life of the fiction writer. All members of the group will have the opportunity to submit…
$295
Canceled
Muse Writers Workshop: Poetry
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Canceled
Muse Writers Workshop: Poetry
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning poets and new members with poetry writing/workshopping experience. Members of the group will actively write and revise original poems, focusing on elements of craft. All group members will be able to submit material for the workshop. Your instructor will make every effort to tailor the submission schedule to your…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Fiction Workshop continues with returning members and new members who have fiction writing workshop experience. Members of the group will workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of fiction writing. Topics such as POV, scene writing, dialogue and more may be explored through short lectures or study of…
$295.00
Virtual Event
Recurring
Science corroborates that translating events into language can affect brain and immune functions by increasing germ-fighting lymphocytes and lowering stress levels. Writing has been shown to improve overall heart health, brain health and the actual healing of physical wounds. Expressive writing reduces intrusive and avoidant thoughts about negative events and improves working memory. These improvements,…
$220
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2 events,
Featured
Recurring
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…
Hybrid Event
Recurring
This course is designed as both an introduction for students who are new to screenwriting, and as continuity for those who have already started writing a screenplay and wish to further develop their scripts. No matter your level of experience, everyone will benefit from the groups’ members sharing their experiences they encounter. Class activities will…
$295
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5 events,
Featured
Recurring
Unlock 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…
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The Fiction Workshop continues with returning members and new members who have fiction writing workshop experience. Members of the group will workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of fiction writing. Topics such as POV, scene writing, dialogue and more may be explored through short lectures or study of…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Whether you’re brand new to poetry or just need a refresher on the craft of writing poems, this class will focus on the fundamentals of what makes a great poem. With a strong emphasis on how to read a poem as a writer, this class mixes both traditional and formal poetry with modern contemporary examples…
$295
Canceled
Find Your Muse: Essay Exploration
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Canceled
Find Your Muse: Essay Exploration
Rediscover the essay as a versatile and creative medium for expression! In this workshop, we’ll explore various forms of essays—from narrative reflections to op-eds, lyrical musings, and beyond. Through inspiring prompts, examples from diverse writers, and guided discussions, you’ll experiment with blending personal stories and ideas in unique ways. Whether you’re revisiting this familiar form…
$220
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Creative Nonfiction Workshop continues with returning writers and new writers with creative nonfiction writing experience. Members of the group will actively write and workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of writing that polishes the truth. We will focus on the power of the first person and the…
$295
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4 events,
Featured
Recurring
Writers 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 
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Teen Fellowship Craft Class- Open to 2026 Teen Fellows. Check out the Fellowship Page here!
Free
Canceled
The Advanced Fiction Workshop
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Canceled
The Advanced Fiction Workshop
The Advanced Fiction Workshop continues with returning members, writers from The Fiction Workshop level, and new members with advanced fiction workshop experience. Having learned and refined the essential craft elements of fiction writing, it is time to actively write and revise our original short stories and chapters of novels. We will continue to master the…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning members and new members having poetry writing experience. Fresh, intriguing poetry prompts offer group members the opportunity to experiment with various styles, forms, subjects and themes, and in doing so, will clarify their own voices as they actively write and revise original poems. Each workshop will include consideration of…
$295
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1 event,
Featured
Recurring
Join our Caregiver Support Group for Medical Conditions, a welcoming space designed to nurture and uplift those caring for loved ones facing illness. Led by a skilled expressive arts facilitator, this group offers a unique opportunity to explore your caregiving journey through creative expression. Using journaling, art, music, movement, and storytelling, participants will connect, share,… |
7 events,
Featured
Recurring
Creative Writing for Young Writers (ages 8-12) explores the fundamentals of creative writing and encourages each student to find their individual writing voice, no matter the genre (poetry, fiction, comics, songwriting, and screenwriting). Students will explore their creative expression through unique prompts, exercises, in-class writing, and opportunities to share and discuss their work. Popular tops…
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Creative Writing for Teens encourages students to expand their creative writing by challenging them to elevate their creative voices with new writing techniques. During class, students learn literary craft techniques through lessons, exercises, and prompts. Popular topics include villain archetypes, magic system basics, how to write a fight scene, poetry, screenwriting, and more! At the…
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Featured
Recurring
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…
Virtual Event
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Canceled
Developing a Creative Mission
Virtual Event
Canceled
Developing a Creative Mission
For writers and storytellers, a creative mission for our work is a guiding North Star through years of writing, revision, rejection and the continued flexing of our creative muscles. Having a creative mission for our work can be crucial to our longevity as writers. This class will use diary entries, artistic statements and other non-fiction…
$65.00
This course focuses on the music itself—melody, harmony, and structure. While we won't focus on writing lyrics, we will examine how words dictate musical choices and how to make the music support the story. The objective is to build your creative vocabulary. You will leave with strategies to help you find your unique sound and…
$220
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
In this workshop, Suzanne will present proven strategies to help you find your truest poem among the bulk of words in your first draft, as Michaelangelo discovered his David in the heart of the marble. Bring a poem to the workshop that you care about but want to improve. Everyone will have a copy of…
$65.00
Featured
Recurring
Speculative fiction is an umbrella genre of fiction that encompasses all the subgenres that depart from realism, or strictly imitating everyday reality, instead presenting fantastical, supernatural, futuristic, or other imaginative realms. Does this describe your writing? If so, come join us for our monthly speculative fiction writers gathering! A unique blend of craft talk, brain… |
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2 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Why is mystical poetry so often lacking in mysticism? Why is literature of the sacred so often tepid, or even a drag? In this course, suitable for anyone, we will look at and plunder poetic passages from works by the Rolling Stones, Little Richard, the Doors, Blondie, the Clash, Simone Weil, the Go-Go’s, Bob Dylan,…
$220
Virtual Event
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Canceled
Utopian Fiction
Virtual Event
Canceled
Utopian Fiction
Where dystopian fiction explores just how bad the world can get, it’s often ignored sibling, utopian fiction, imagines new vistas for social, ecological, political, and economic possibility. We will look at writers like Ursula K. LeGuin, Octavia Butler, and Cory Doctorow to explore how we can use speculative fiction to imagine utopia, and the path…
$65.00
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2 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
In this workshop, creative nonfiction and memoir writers will explore the genre of flash creative nonfiction (between 500 and 1,000 words). We will discuss and discover the many craft elements that make flash nonfiction an engaging, experimental and exciting genre! Every session we will generate and critique our small memoir and nonfiction stories and essays…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
If you've got a draft you're working on and are looking for a hivemind of fellow writers to help steer your story in the direction you want it to go, then this workshop is for you! We'll be taking an author-first approach, giving supportive feedback that is mindful of each writer's intentions for their own…
$295
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5 events,
Featured
Recurring
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!…
Hybrid Event
Recurring
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…
$295.00
Hybrid Event
Recurring
This course is designed as both an introduction for students who are new to screenwriting, and as continuity for those who have already started writing a screenplay and wish to further develop their scripts. No matter your level of experience, everyone will benefit from the groups’ members sharing their experiences they encounter. Class activities will…
$295
Canceled
Horror Workshop
Virtual Event
Recurring
Canceled
Horror Workshop
Ready to dive deeper into the darkness? Do you have a taste for telling chilling tales? Time to dissect the techniques that make them unforgettable. You'll craft your own spine-tingling narratives, featuring eerie settings, haunted objects, and terrifying characters. Imagine it as an evening by the campfire, where the only thing that bites is your…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
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…
$295.00
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4 events,
Featured
Recurring
Unlock 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… 
Featured
Recurring
Need 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…
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Whether you’re brand new to poetry or just need a refresher on the craft of writing poems, this class will focus on the fundamentals of what makes a great poem. With a strong emphasis on how to read a poem as a writer, this class mixes both traditional and formal poetry with modern contemporary examples…
$295
Canceled
Find Your Muse: Essay Exploration
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Canceled
Find Your Muse: Essay Exploration
Rediscover the essay as a versatile and creative medium for expression! In this workshop, we’ll explore various forms of essays—from narrative reflections to op-eds, lyrical musings, and beyond. Through inspiring prompts, examples from diverse writers, and guided discussions, you’ll experiment with blending personal stories and ideas in unique ways. Whether you’re revisiting this familiar form…
$220
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3 events,
Featured
Recurring
Writers 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
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Do you have a great idea for a TV show? In this class, you'll learn how to develop a strong concept for a TV show, the basics of TV show plotting + formatting, how to write your "Show Bible," and finally you'll begin writing the Pilot episode for your TV series. We'll read and study…
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$295.00
Canceled
Writing About Family Secrets
Virtual Event
Recurring
Canceled
Writing About Family Secrets
Family. Secrets. Each word is fraught with its own complicated dynamics. Merged together, the concept of family secrets is ripe for exploration, particularly when we think about what it means to use our writing to reveal the truths of our lives. Deborah J. Cohan draws on her background as a writer, teacher, sociologist, counselor, and…
$180.00
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3 events,
Featured
Recurring
Have you wanted to try journaling? Have you journaled for years? Bring your supplies and join other journalers for two hours of journaling and socializing. 
Featured
Recurring
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… 
Featured
Recurring
Hey neighbors and music lovers! Get ready to tune up your instruments and warm up your vocal cords—Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this is your chance to connect, collaborate, and create music in a fun, welcoming environment. Hosted by Dan Duke. 🎸 What is Neighborhood Jam? It’s a casual get-together for… |
7 events,
Featured
Recurring
Creative Writing for Young Writers (ages 8-12) explores the fundamentals of creative writing and encourages each student to find their individual writing voice, no matter the genre (poetry, fiction, comics, songwriting, and screenwriting). Students will explore their creative expression through unique prompts, exercises, in-class writing, and opportunities to share and discuss their work. Popular tops…
See below for pricing
Creative Writing for Teens encourages students to expand their creative writing by challenging them to elevate their creative voices with new writing techniques. During class, students learn literary craft techniques through lessons, exercises, and prompts. Popular topics include villain archetypes, magic system basics, how to write a fight scene, poetry, screenwriting, and more! At the…
See below for pricing
Hybrid Event
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Hybrid Event
Writing is evolving. Are you ready to evolve with it, or will you be left behind? There's a lot of noise surrounding Artificial Intelligence, but for the savvy writer, it represents the most powerful tool since the word processor. AI is already the backbone for writing tools like ProWritingAid, Grammarly, and Copilot. So, join us…
Sold Out
$65.00
This course focuses on the music itself—melody, harmony, and structure. While we won't focus on writing lyrics, we will examine how words dictate musical choices and how to make the music support the story. The objective is to build your creative vocabulary. You will leave with strategies to help you find your unique sound and…
$220
Hybrid Event
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Canceled
Animal and Monster Narrators
Hybrid Event
Canceled
Animal and Monster Narrators
This workshop focuses on creating and developing animal, monster and other non-human narrators. Participants will read and discuss examples of non-human narrators from published works and strategize how to develop their own narrators through writing exercises. Whether writing literary fiction, science fiction, fantasy, historical fiction, or other genres, this session will provide tools to explore…
$65.00
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Featured
✨ Writing to Heal, Writing Through Transitions ✨ A Special Author Panel on Creativity, Grief, Growth & Transformation 📅 March 14th ⏰ 2:00–4:00 p.m. Join us for an inspiring and deeply meaningful afternoon as three powerful voices come together to explore how writing can help us move through life’s most difficult transitions. Whether you are… 
Featured
Recurring
The Call is the first step on the Hero’s Journey. Explore fantastic worlds, face terrifying villains, and overcome incredible challenges! Or bring the world in your head to life by stepping behind the Game Master’s screen and create your own amazing adventures. Come join us every second Saturday from 4-8 to play a variety of… |
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6 events,
Featured
Recurring
All 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!
Featured
Recurring
Do 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 
Featured
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Featured
Join us at The Muse Writers Center on Sunday March 15 at 10 a.m. for a nourishing Women’s Drum & Journaling Circle—an inviting space to reconnect with your creative voice in the company of supportive, like hearted women. Whether you're brand new to drumming or journaling or have been doing it for years, you’re welcome…
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Why is mystical poetry so often lacking in mysticism? Why is literature of the sacred so often tepid, or even a drag? In this course, suitable for anyone, we will look at and plunder poetic passages from works by the Rolling Stones, Little Richard, the Doors, Blondie, the Clash, Simone Weil, the Go-Go’s, Bob Dylan,…
$220
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
Horror is personal and rooted not in tropes, but in what unnerves you. This class helps you uncover your own flavor of fear: psychological, atmospheric, uncanny, visceral, or existential. Through guided exercises, you’ll translate your lived experiences, anxieties, obsessions, and curiosities into a horror voice that feels unmistakably yours."
Sold Out
$65.00
Featured
Recurring
Memoirists 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,… |
6 events,
Featured
Recurring
This 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… TEARS--Transforming Emotions through Art and Reflective Support The Muse Writers Center is hosting a compassionate space for individuals navigating grief to express and process emotions through visual journaling and creative writing. Led by Dorothy Edwards, chaplain, and Susan Brockington The Fiction Studio continues with returning members and new members with professional fiction workshop experience. We will actively write and revise original short stories and chapters of novels as well as consider various aspects of the creative and professional life of the fiction writer. All members of the group will have the opportunity to submit…
$295
Canceled
Muse Writers Workshop: Poetry
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Canceled
Muse Writers Workshop: Poetry
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning poets and new members with poetry writing/workshopping experience. Members of the group will actively write and revise original poems, focusing on elements of craft. All group members will be able to submit material for the workshop. Your instructor will make every effort to tailor the submission schedule to your…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
Science corroborates that translating events into language can affect brain and immune functions by increasing germ-fighting lymphocytes and lowering stress levels. Writing has been shown to improve overall heart health, brain health and the actual healing of physical wounds. Expressive writing reduces intrusive and avoidant thoughts about negative events and improves working memory. These improvements,…
$220
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Fiction Workshop continues with returning members and new members who have fiction writing workshop experience. Members of the group will workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of fiction writing. Topics such as POV, scene writing, dialogue and more may be explored through short lectures or study of…
$295
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4 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
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…
$295
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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Hybrid Event
Recurring
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…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
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…
$295
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5 events,
Featured
Recurring
Unlock 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…
Hybrid Event
Recurring
In this advanced course, you’ll focus on rewriting, polishing, and preparing your script for industry submission. Screenwriting 3 offers an immersive workshop environment, where students will focus on revising scripts based on feedback and fine-tuning key elements like exposition, tone, and theme. You’ll explore advanced storytelling techniques, learn how to give and receive constructive feedback,…
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$295.00
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The Fiction Workshop continues with returning members and new members who have fiction writing workshop experience. Members of the group will workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of fiction writing. Topics such as POV, scene writing, dialogue and more may be explored through short lectures or study of…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Whether you’re brand new to poetry or just need a refresher on the craft of writing poems, this class will focus on the fundamentals of what makes a great poem. With a strong emphasis on how to read a poem as a writer, this class mixes both traditional and formal poetry with modern contemporary examples…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Creative Nonfiction Workshop continues with returning writers and new writers with creative nonfiction writing experience. Members of the group will actively write and workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of writing that polishes the truth. We will focus on the power of the first person and the…
$295
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7 events,
Featured
Recurring
Writers 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
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Teen Fellowship Craft Class- Open to 2026 Teen Fellows. Check out the Fellowship Page here!
Free
Featured
Recurring
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. Feel free to let us know you’re coming on Facebook. We look forward to seeing your faces! January 8, 2026: Hosted byDusti Connelley and Michael Khandelwal at Green…
Hybrid Event
Recurring
This exploratory workshop is designed for writers who want to develop their voice and learn more about craft. In each class, we’ll explore different aspects of voice by doing close readings to understand what works and complete exercises to see how we can incorporate this into our writing. This class is open to writers of…
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$180.00
Canceled
The Advanced Fiction Workshop
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Canceled
The Advanced Fiction Workshop
The Advanced Fiction Workshop continues with returning members, writers from The Fiction Workshop level, and new members with advanced fiction workshop experience. Having learned and refined the essential craft elements of fiction writing, it is time to actively write and revise our original short stories and chapters of novels. We will continue to master the…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning members and new members having poetry writing experience. Fresh, intriguing poetry prompts offer group members the opportunity to experiment with various styles, forms, subjects and themes, and in doing so, will clarify their own voices as they actively write and revise original poems. Each workshop will include consideration of…
$295
Canceled
Writing About Family Secrets
Virtual Event
Recurring
Canceled
Writing About Family Secrets
Family. Secrets. Each word is fraught with its own complicated dynamics. Merged together, the concept of family secrets is ripe for exploration, particularly when we think about what it means to use our writing to reveal the truths of our lives. Deborah J. Cohan draws on her background as a writer, teacher, sociologist, counselor, and…
$180
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6 events,
Featured
Recurring
Creative Writing for Young Writers (ages 8-12) explores the fundamentals of creative writing and encourages each student to find their individual writing voice, no matter the genre (poetry, fiction, comics, songwriting, and screenwriting). Students will explore their creative expression through unique prompts, exercises, in-class writing, and opportunities to share and discuss their work. Popular tops…
See below for pricing
Creative Writing for Teens encourages students to expand their creative writing by challenging them to elevate their creative voices with new writing techniques. During class, students learn literary craft techniques through lessons, exercises, and prompts. Popular topics include villain archetypes, magic system basics, how to write a fight scene, poetry, screenwriting, and more! At the…
See below for pricing
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
What is Literary Activism? How does the written word have the power to change the world? And how can your work make an impact? This one-time class will answer all of these questions and more through the exploration of popular works, specific strategies, prompts, and a space to reflect on your power as a writer.
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$65.00
In this intensive 2 session workshop, we will learn the art of delivering a captivating reading by practicing techniques—from maintaining audience engagement to perfecting inflection, pacing, and character voices where applicable. Bring your own material or choose from provided literature to practice during personalized guidance sessions. Whether you're preparing for a book launch, literary event,…
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Hybrid Event
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Hybrid Event
"The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," "Frankenstein," “Kubla Kahn,” the beautiful melody of "Yesterday," and the sewing machine came into existence? They all owe their genesis to dreams. In this seminar, we'll explore techniques to remember your dreams, discuss the various types of dreams and how to interpret them, and most importantly…
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$65.00
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
Who doesn’t love cracking open a fantasy tome and finding a gorgeous, lavishly illustrated map of the novel’s fictional world emblazoned on the end pages? Maps and speculative fiction have long gone hand in hand, but mapmaking offers a unique view of your writing no matter what genre you’re writing in. In this hands-on class,…
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$65.00
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3 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Why is mystical poetry so often lacking in mysticism? Why is literature of the sacred so often tepid, or even a drag? In this course, suitable for anyone, we will look at and plunder poetic passages from works by the Rolling Stones, Little Richard, the Doors, Blondie, the Clash, Simone Weil, the Go-Go’s, Bob Dylan,…
$220
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The world doesn’t change because someone is told they’re wrong—it changes when someone becomes curious enough to see differently. In this two-part workshop, you’ll learn how to craft socially conscious stories that provoke reflection, challenge assumptions, and stir compassion—without preaching or pushing an agenda. Through the lens of the 7 Veils of Ignorance and the…
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$125.00
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
Genre mashups are a hot trend in publishing, but crafting a novel that sits comfortably on two or more shelves is easier said than done. Every genre has specific expectations attached, and your story will disappoint or even anger their fans if you don't meet them. This class will define the characteristics of various genres,…
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$65.00
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4 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
In this workshop, creative nonfiction and memoir writers will explore the genre of flash creative nonfiction (between 500 and 1,000 words). We will discuss and discover the many craft elements that make flash nonfiction an engaging, experimental and exciting genre! Every session we will generate and critique our small memoir and nonfiction stories and essays…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
We all have stories to tell, whether we’ve never written anything before, or we’re dusting off the old writing muscles and getting back in the game. This class is a foundational course to get started or begin writing fiction again. We will learn and explore all of the essential fundamentals of the craft of fiction…
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$295.00
Hybrid Event
Recurring
If you've got a draft you're working on and are looking for a hivemind of fellow writers to help steer your story in the direction you want it to go, then this workshop is for you! We'll be taking an author-first approach, giving supportive feedback that is mindful of each writer's intentions for their own…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
In this class, we will discover the lens(es) through we which we will look at our lives; we will discover ourselves as a character and learn how to write honestly and compassionately. We will draw correlations between repeated/patterned events. We will attempt to more fully understand the actions of others, which will lead us to…
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$220.00
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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…
$295
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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This workshop is for writers who are actively working on a screenplay and ready to hone their craft through feedback and revision. Whether you're developing a feature, short film, or TV pilot script, this class offers a supportive space to share pages, discuss challenges, and refine your work. Writers will have multiple opportunities to submit…
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$295.00
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The truth doesn’t have to be written like a textbook. The truth can be exciting and gut wrenching and exotic. “True Stories Told Well,” is the definition given by Lee Gutkind, the founder and publisher of Creative Nonfiction Magazine of the 4th genre known in some circles as “Creative Nonfiction.” In this class we will…
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$295.00
Hybrid Event
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This course is designed as both an introduction for students who are new to screenwriting, and as continuity for those who have already started writing a screenplay and wish to further develop their scripts. No matter your level of experience, everyone will benefit from the groups’ members sharing their experiences they encounter. Class activities will…
$295
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Horror Workshop
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Horror Workshop
Ready to dive deeper into the darkness? Do you have a taste for telling chilling tales? Time to dissect the techniques that make them unforgettable. You'll craft your own spine-tingling narratives, featuring eerie settings, haunted objects, and terrifying characters. Imagine it as an evening by the campfire, where the only thing that bites is your…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
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…
$295
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3 events,
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Unlock 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…
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In this advanced course, you’ll focus on rewriting, polishing, and preparing your script for industry submission. Screenwriting 3 offers an immersive workshop environment, where students will focus on revising scripts based on feedback and fine-tuning key elements like exposition, tone, and theme. You’ll explore advanced storytelling techniques, learn how to give and receive constructive feedback,…
$295
Hybrid Event
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Discover the endless possibilities of poetic expression. In this workshop, you’ll explore traditional and experimental approaches to poetry, learn techniques to shape your unique voice, and engage with inspiring prompts. From rhythm and sound to visual and lyrical play, we’ll experiment with ways to let our words shine. Perfect for those new to poetry or…
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$220.00
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5 events,
Featured
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Writers 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
Hybrid Event
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This exploratory workshop is designed for writers who want to develop their voice and learn more about craft. In each class, we’ll explore different aspects of voice by doing close readings to understand what works and complete exercises to see how we can incorporate this into our writing. This class is open to writers of…
$180
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Do you have a great idea for a TV show? In this class, you'll learn how to develop a strong concept for a TV show, the basics of TV show plotting + formatting, how to write your "Show Bible," and finally you'll begin writing the Pilot episode for your TV series. We'll read and study…
$295
Virtual Event
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Creative writing is fun! And finding your voice doesn’t have to be hard work. It’s just a matter of letting your words and ideas flow onto the page without tinkering and re-tinkering your way into a creative cul-de-sac. In this class, you’ll write--in the moment--to cues and prompts and then share your work in a…
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$295.00
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Writing About Family Secrets
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Writing About Family Secrets
Family. Secrets. Each word is fraught with its own complicated dynamics. Merged together, the concept of family secrets is ripe for exploration, particularly when we think about what it means to use our writing to reveal the truths of our lives. Deborah J. Cohan draws on her background as a writer, teacher, sociologist, counselor, and…
$180
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1 event,
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Have you wanted to try journaling? Have you journaled for years? Bring your supplies and join other journalers for two hours of journaling and socializing. |
8 events,
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Creative Writing for Young Writers (ages 8-12) explores the fundamentals of creative writing and encourages each student to find their individual writing voice, no matter the genre (poetry, fiction, comics, songwriting, and screenwriting). Students will explore their creative expression through unique prompts, exercises, in-class writing, and opportunities to share and discuss their work. Popular tops…
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Creative Writing for Teens encourages students to expand their creative writing by challenging them to elevate their creative voices with new writing techniques. During class, students learn literary craft techniques through lessons, exercises, and prompts. Popular topics include villain archetypes, magic system basics, how to write a fight scene, poetry, screenwriting, and more! At the…
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Families, come to The Muse Writers Center for Lunch and a creative writing Workshop! Pop in to The Muse for a catered lunch event and a creative writing exercise! Participants have the opportunity to use the written word to explore food, family and culture. This event brings our community (children are welcome!) together to reflect on their cultures through recipes and meals and…
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Hybrid Event
You are finally ready to workshop your writing! You settle into class, and you get a world wind of differing feedback! What do you apply, what do you ignore? What is craft based and what is opinion based? Then, you have to give feedback to other writers! How do you give effective feedback when you…
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$65.00
In this intensive 2 session workshop, we will learn the art of delivering a captivating reading by practicing techniques—from maintaining audience engagement to perfecting inflection, pacing, and character voices where applicable. Bring your own material or choose from provided literature to practice during personalized guidance sessions. Whether you're preparing for a book launch, literary event,…
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Hybrid Event
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Ernest Hemmingway has said “The only kind of writing is rewriting,” and Michael Crichton noted "Books aren't written - they're rewritten." Nearly every professional writer has their own version of this advice, so in this workshop, we'll dive into the rewriting process to help you take your novel to the next level. First, we'll discuss…
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$65.00
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
In this session we will aim to explore the connections among poetry and science (potentially math) with the dual aims of introducing STEM-minded folks to poetry and poets to the different ways of incorporating science into their verse.
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$65.00
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Welcome 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… |
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Hybrid Event
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Is a poem about love only ever about romance and relationship, heartbreak and desire? How does a love poem avoid the "cringe"? We'll read and be guided by a range of exemplary poems (and poets, from Emily Dickinson to Ada Limon) embracing the many expansive, complex, and rewarding forms of thinking and writing about love.…
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$220.00
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The world doesn’t change because someone is told they’re wrong—it changes when someone becomes curious enough to see differently. In this two-part workshop, you’ll learn how to craft socially conscious stories that provoke reflection, challenge assumptions, and stir compassion—without preaching or pushing an agenda. Through the lens of the 7 Veils of Ignorance and the…
$125
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
Elaborate worldbuilding is a hallmark of science fiction and fantasy, but so is the plethora of confusing, unpronounceable, made up words and concepts. With so much information needed to tell your story, it's easy to overwhelm your audience. This class will discuss ways to build a fantastical world and ease readers into it, making it…
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$65.00
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Come join us for the launch party of Daniel Brockington's debut novel, "Fire and Adjust". Refreshments will be served along with a Q&A with the author and an OPEN MIC NIGHT! Following the book launch, we will host an open mic. About the book... YOU CAN FIGHT THE ENEMY. YOU CAN'T FIGHT THE FOREST. I… |
5 events,
The Fiction Studio continues with returning members and new members with professional fiction workshop experience. We will actively write and revise original short stories and chapters of novels as well as consider various aspects of the creative and professional life of the fiction writer. All members of the group will have the opportunity to submit…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
We all have stories to tell, whether we’ve never written anything before, or we’re dusting off the old writing muscles and getting back in the game. This class is a foundational course to get started or begin writing fiction again. We will learn and explore all of the essential fundamentals of the craft of fiction…
$295
Canceled
Muse Writers Workshop: Poetry
Hybrid Event
Recurring
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Muse Writers Workshop: Poetry
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning poets and new members with poetry writing/workshopping experience. Members of the group will actively write and revise original poems, focusing on elements of craft. All group members will be able to submit material for the workshop. Your instructor will make every effort to tailor the submission schedule to your…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
Science corroborates that translating events into language can affect brain and immune functions by increasing germ-fighting lymphocytes and lowering stress levels. Writing has been shown to improve overall heart health, brain health and the actual healing of physical wounds. Expressive writing reduces intrusive and avoidant thoughts about negative events and improves working memory. These improvements,…
$220
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Fiction Workshop continues with returning members and new members who have fiction writing workshop experience. Members of the group will workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of fiction writing. Topics such as POV, scene writing, dialogue and more may be explored through short lectures or study of…
$295
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7 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Building on the fundamentals from Fiction 1 and Fiction 2, Fiction 3 immerses new writers in the revision process to hone their voices and tell compelling stories. The class will follow a workshop format, with students sharing their work and critiquing other students’ work via written feedback and class discussion. We’ll dig into revision on…
Free
Hybrid Event
Recurring
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…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Building on the fundamentals from Fiction 1 and Fiction 2, Fiction 3 immerses new writers in the revision process to hone their voices and tell compelling stories. The class will follow a workshop format, with students sharing their work and critiquing other students’ work via written feedback and class discussion. We’ll dig into revision on…
$295.00
Hybrid Event
Recurring
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…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
The truth doesn’t have to be written like a textbook. The truth can be exciting and gut wrenching and exotic. “True Stories Told Well,” is the definition given by Lee Gutkind, the founder and publisher of Creative Nonfiction Magazine of the 4th genre known in some circles as “Creative Nonfiction.” In this class we will…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
This course is designed as both an introduction for students who are new to screenwriting, and as continuity for those who have already started writing a screenplay and wish to further develop their scripts. No matter your level of experience, everyone will benefit from the groups’ members sharing their experiences they encounter. Class activities will…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
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…
$295
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5 events,
Featured
Recurring
Unlock 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…
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The Fiction Workshop continues with returning members and new members who have fiction writing workshop experience. Members of the group will workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of fiction writing. Topics such as POV, scene writing, dialogue and more may be explored through short lectures or study of…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Discover the endless possibilities of poetic expression. In this workshop, you’ll explore traditional and experimental approaches to poetry, learn techniques to shape your unique voice, and engage with inspiring prompts. From rhythm and sound to visual and lyrical play, we’ll experiment with ways to let our words shine. Perfect for those new to poetry or…
$220
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Braided essays allow us to hold complexity on the page—juxtaposing memory, image, research, metaphor, or cultural commentary to reveal a deeper truth than any one strand could tell alone. The braid invites resonance. In this three-session workshop, we’ll explore how fragmentation, repetition, and juxtaposition can create essays that echo long after they’re read. In the…
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$180.00
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Creative Nonfiction Workshop continues with returning writers and new writers with creative nonfiction writing experience. Members of the group will actively write and workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of writing that polishes the truth. We will focus on the power of the first person and the…
$295
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6 events,
Featured
Recurring
Writers 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
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Teen Fellowship Craft Class- Open to 2026 Teen Fellows. Check out the Fellowship Page here!
Free
Hybrid Event
Recurring
This exploratory workshop is designed for writers who want to develop their voice and learn more about craft. In each class, we’ll explore different aspects of voice by doing close readings to understand what works and complete exercises to see how we can incorporate this into our writing. This class is open to writers of…
$180
Canceled
The Advanced Fiction Workshop
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Canceled
The Advanced Fiction Workshop
The Advanced Fiction Workshop continues with returning members, writers from The Fiction Workshop level, and new members with advanced fiction workshop experience. Having learned and refined the essential craft elements of fiction writing, it is time to actively write and revise our original short stories and chapters of novels. We will continue to master the…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
Creative writing is fun! And finding your voice doesn’t have to be hard work. It’s just a matter of letting your words and ideas flow onto the page without tinkering and re-tinkering your way into a creative cul-de-sac. In this class, you’ll write--in the moment--to cues and prompts and then share your work in a…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning members and new members having poetry writing experience. Fresh, intriguing poetry prompts offer group members the opportunity to experiment with various styles, forms, subjects and themes, and in doing so, will clarify their own voices as they actively write and revise original poems. Each workshop will include consideration of…
$295
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2 events,
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Recurring
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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Join our Caregiver Support Group for Medical Conditions, a welcoming space designed to nurture and uplift those caring for loved ones facing illness. Led by a skilled expressive arts facilitator, this group offers a unique opportunity to explore your caregiving journey through creative expression. Using journaling, art, music, movement, and storytelling, participants will connect, share,… |
2 events,
Featured
Recurring
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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Speculative fiction is an umbrella genre of fiction that encompasses all the subgenres that depart from realism, or strictly imitating everyday reality, instead presenting fantastical, supernatural, futuristic, or other imaginative realms. Does this describe your writing? If so, come join us for our monthly speculative fiction writers gathering! A unique blend of craft talk, brain… |
Caregiver Support Group
Creative Writing for Young Writers (Elementary/Middle School)
Journaling Club
Writers Coffee Break
The Muse Neighborhood Jam
Creative Writing for Young Writers (Elementary/Middle School)
Call to Adventure: TTRPG Club
Tunin’ Back In Poetry Club
Scary Stories: Writing Club
Women’s Drum & Journaling Circle
A Page in the Life Memoir Group
Creative Writing for Young Writers (Elementary/Middle School)
Journaling Club
Creative Writing for Young Writers (Elementary/Middle School)
Food For Thought
Norfolk Word Art Show