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It's Time for The Word!
As time goes on, we will move more events online. Check out what's coming up:
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This open mic will be held online in a free livestream. Sharing will held strictly to 5 mins limited to 15 spots. If you are interested in sharing, please email sibel.galindez@thez.org to put your name on the list and you will receive the ZOOM link for that night. Those who will be watching, will watch on The Z's Facebook Page LIVE. 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 platform for writers to share their work while fostering a comfortable, laid-back, and encouraging atmosphere. This is your chance to take the mic! Read your own work or share a favorite.
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This Week's Online Classes at The Muse
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We have 25+ great creative writing seminars, classes, and workshops happening this April and May online. Once you register, your teacher will contact you with information on how to join the online classroom. To participate, students must have a stable internet connection with a computer or device with a webcam and microphone. See classes broken down by genre or in a searchable calendar. Tuition assistance and flexibility is always available. Visit the website or email us at muse@the-muse.org for more information.
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Poetry
- Speak for the Trees: Ecopoetics: Saturday, April 25, 1-3:30 p.m. Instructor: Wendi White. More information
Writers Craft
- The Art of Writing Fighting: Saturday, April 25, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Instructor: Zachary Piggott. More information
Writers Professional Development
- The Nuts and Bolts of Scrivener: Saturday, April 25, 1-3:30 p.m. Instructor: Chris De Matteo. More information
- Sensitivity Reader Training: How to Become a Sensitivity Reader: Saturday, April 25, 1-3:30 p.m. Instructor: Nathaniel Glanzman. More information
Writers Life & Creativity
- Creative Block Breakers: Fun Recipes for Spontaneous Inspiration: Saturday, April 25, 10 a,m,-12:30 p.m. Instructor: Skye Zentz. More information
- Metaphysical Secrets: Sunday, April 26, 1-3:30 p.m. Instructor: Fran Ward. More information
Songwriting & Ukulele
- Ukulele Performance Workshop: 4 sessions, beginning Thursday, April 23, 7-8:30 p.m. Instructor: Skye Zentz. More information
Fiction
- The Flash Fiction Short Workshop: 4 sessions, beginning Wednesday, April 29, 7-9:30 p.m. Instructor: Abi Putnam. More information
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Stay Connected and Join The Writers Reservoir on Facebook
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Visit facebook.com/groups/WritersReservoir and connect with other writers and share articles, essays and personal experiences about being a writer in the world today as well as information about places to submit, contests, conferences, and more. The Writers Reservoir is more than a writers’ resource, it is a writers’ community! It is a place where writers can share, learn, connect and find that often elusive creative spark. The Writers Reservoir is a Facebook group. All writers are welcome to join and send invitations to join.
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Join The Muse: Become a Member
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We invite you to become an annual Sustaining Member of The Muse Writers Center: With your support, we are able to strengthen our programs and outreach. All members will receive a discount on Muse classes, discounts at local businesses, and their own author page on this website. Library check-out privileges and other thank you gifts will come as soon as it's possible.
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State of The Muse
While The Muse Writers Center’s physical space will remain closed to the public during the coronavirus pandemic, our operations will not come to a halt, and our current session is not cancelled!
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We have adapted most of our spring classes to resume online:
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- See our class schedule and register for an online class today.
- We are working on a way to have virtual office hours as well as online events.
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The Muse Writers Center’s projects, classes, and events are made possible in part through sponsorship by the City of Norfolk Commission on the Arts and Humanities, Queen of Virginia Skill & Entertainment, the Business Consortium for Arts Support, the Virginia Commission for the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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