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In Person Events & Classes
Online Events & Classes
Hybrid Events & Classes
The Fiction Studio (Monday Evenings)
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, NorfolkCreative Nonfiction and Memoir 1: The Art of Writing True Stories
Online or at The Muse2024 Summer Fellowship Class
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, NorfolkCreative Writing 101 for Teens: At Mary Pretlow Library
Mary D Pretlow Library 111 W. Ocean View Blvd, NorfolkRocky Horror at The Naro Expanded Cinema
Naro Expanded Cinema (1507 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, United States)Creative Writing for Middle School Youth
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, NorfolkCreative Writing for High School Teens (Hybrid)
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, NorfolkThe Hero’s Journey Falls in Love: Structuring A Romance Novel
Online or at The MuseWeek of Events
Writing “The Thing”
Canceled A Page in the Life Memoir Group
Canceled A Page in the Life Memoir Group
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 2 - 4pm. Virtual & In-Person! To join virtually, register here! For questions about…
The Fiction Studio (Monday Evenings)
The Fiction Studio (Monday Evenings)
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…
Nonfiction in a Flash
Horror Writing Fundamentals
Fiction 2: Deeper into Character & Story (Mornings)
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!…
Fiction 2: Deeper into Character & Story (Evenings)
Essay Exploration
The Poetry Studio (Tuesday Evening)
The Poetry Studio (Tuesday Evening)
An advanced workshop for professional poets
Creative Nonfiction and Memoir 1: The Art of Writing True Stories
Creative Nonfiction and Memoir 1: The Art of Writing True Stories
The level one nonfiction class of three
Wednesday Wordsmiths!
Wednesday Wordsmiths!
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…
The Advanced Fiction Workshop
Screenwriting 1: The Fundamentals of Script & Story
Screenwriting 1: The Fundamentals of Script & Story
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…
Writing For Games
Writing For Games
Dive into the world of storytelling where every choice you make shapes epic adventures in video games, tabletop RPGs, D&D campaigns, board games, and even card games. Led by Rebecca Tigner of the Muse Writers center, students will discover the secrets behind crafting compelling narratives, designing captivating characters, and building immersive interactive worlds for your…
2024 Summer Fellowship Class
Memoir Exploration
Memoir Exploration
A workshop for writers with all levels of experience looking to explore a new genre
The Generative Workshop
Speculative Fiction Studio
Creative Writing 101 for Teens: At Mary Pretlow Library
Creative Writing 101 for Teens: At Mary Pretlow Library
Join us for an introductory creative writing class for older teens, led by a Muse Writer's Center instructor! Learn, write, and share your writing with peers. (Teens, Ages 14-18) To register:https://norfolk.libcal.com/calendar/PretlowYouthPrograms?cid=18713&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=18713&inc=0
Open Mic Night at The Muse!
Open Mic Night at The Muse!
Come share your stories, poetry, songs and more at The Muse's monthly open mic! Hosted by Dusti Connelley and Tina Carey every 4th Friday. 5 minute time slots, sign ups at the door. Come to share or just listen!
Rocky Horror at The Naro Expanded Cinema
Rocky Horror at The Naro Expanded Cinema
Rocky Horror comes to the Naro big screen for Flashback Friday on Friday, July 26, 2024. We’ll have plenty of boozy beverages available, with proceeds benefiting The Muse Writers Center's scholarship funds. As always, all alcohol sales are CASH only--please hit the ATM beforehand. We’ll also have plenty of other goodies, theater snacks, and trivia…
Creative Writing for Middle School Youth
Creative Writing for Middle School Youth
Creative Writing for Middle School Youth (ages 11 to younger 14-year-olds) 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…
Creative Writing for High School Teens (Hybrid)
Creative Writing for High School Teens (Hybrid)
Creative Writing for High School 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!…
Blueprints for Outlining & Revising A Novel
Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of Hampton Roads Meeting
Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of Hampton Roads Meeting
NOW ONLINE! We're speculative fiction writers (science fiction, fantasy and more). We share our experiences and adventures in reading, writing, craft development and publishing with each other, and become better writers through it all. To become a member of this Group visit our Facebook group to find out more and join.
The Hero’s Journey Falls in Love: Structuring A Romance Novel
The Hero’s Journey Falls in Love: Structuring A Romance Novel
A craft seminar in Fiction Writing
757 Comic and Cartoon Creators
757 Comic and Cartoon Creators
757 Comic and Cartoon Creators is a community group for local artists, specifically those interested in creating comics and animation. Currently, we meet every other Saturday from 530pm-830pm. Looking for feedback on your current project? Want to network or maybe collaborate with another creator? Searching for some like-minded creatives to chat with? Need a space…