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In Person Events & Classes
Online Events & Classes
Hybrid Events & Classes
Visual Journaling: Cleaning the Slate for the New Year
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, NorfolkCreative Nonfiction and Memoir 3: Deeper into Revision and Exploring Publication (Mornings)
Online or at The MuseCreative Nonfiction and Memoir 2: Diving into Style and Forms
Online or at The MuseThe Thing at the Naro Theater
Naro Expanded Cinema (1507 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, United States)Week of Events
Explorations of rurality & rural voices
A Page in the Life Memoir Group
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 4-6pm. Virtual & In-Person! To join virtually, register here! For questions about this event,…
Visual Journaling: Cleaning the Slate for the New Year
Visual Journaling: Cleaning the Slate for the New Year
Start the new year with a clear mind and a fresh perspective! In this workshop, we’ll take a break from structured writing to explore a blend of words and visual elements, creating space to release the old and make room for the new. Using simple art techniques, we’ll engage in stream-of-consciousness exercises and examine other…
The Not Ready For Workshop Writers
The Not Ready For Workshop Writers
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.
The Poetry Studio (Tuesday Evenings)
The Poetry Studio (Tuesday Evenings)
A workshop for advanced writers with workshop experience
Screenwriting 2: Getting Your Script on Its Feet
Creative Nonfiction and Memoir 3: Deeper into Revision and Exploring Publication (Mornings)
Creative Nonfiction and Memoir 3: Deeper into Revision and Exploring Publication (Mornings)
Returning 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 opportunities focusing on revision. We will also explore publication preparation and research for those writers are interested in taking that next step. Use code cohort2024…
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 Screenwriting Workshop
Screenwriting 3: Refining & Pitching Your Script
Screenwriting 3: Refining & Pitching Your Script
The level three screenwriting class of three
Fiction 2: Deeper into Character & Story (Mornings)
Creative Nonfiction and Memoir 2: Diving into Style and Forms
Creative Nonfiction and Memoir 2: Diving into Style and Forms
The level two nonfiction class of three
Fiction 2: Deeper into Character & Story (Evenings)
The Thing at the Naro Theater
The Thing at the Naro Theater
The Thing comes to the Naro big screen for Flashback Friday on Friday, January 24, 2025. 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…
Explore Calligraphy: The Art of Elegant Handwriting
Explore Calligraphy: The Art of Elegant Handwriting
Explore calligraphy, the art of elegant handwriting. Students will be introduced to italic letterforms using square-nibbed felt tip pens as writing tools. This seminar will provide a foundation for developing your own personal style of italic handwriting. A materials list and suggested places to purchase materials will be provided by the teacher.