Upcoming Events & Workshops
- Free spring reading and anthology release party - May 23
- Writing workshops in partnership with social agencies
- Prompt writing workshop at Powell's City of Books - register now
- Workshops at HOTLIPS Pizza - 3rd Thursdays & last Sundays
Free Spring Reading & Anthology Release Party
Join us in celebrating the release of our 38th anthology, Roundabout, at a free reading featuring writers in our spring workshops, including seniors in low income housing, alternative school students, people with aphasia, adults who have experiences homelessness and many others.
Wednesday, May 23
6:30 - 8:00pm
First United Methodist Church, 1838 SW Jefferston St. [MAP]
at the Goose Hollow TriMet MAX stop,
in Collins Hall at the back of the church
Free (but limited) parking available.
Free childcare is available. ADA-accessible. Books will be available for purchase. Donations welcome and appreciated. Everyone is welcome! Call 503.796.9224 for more information.
Community Writing Workshops
Our summer workshops start in June. These workshops are free to those who are eligible. Writing journals, pens, snacks, and all materials provided. Ask about childcare and bus tickets when you call.
Pre-registration for these workshops must be done by phone or in person at our office is required (cannot be done by email), and workshops fill quickly. For more information and to register, call 503.796.9224.
We're also holding twice-monthly workshops at HOTLIPS Pizza and our popular Prompt workshop at Powell's City of Books (details below).
Writing Workshop at Powell's City of Books
Write Around Portland offers a special workshop designed for writers and aspiring writers who want to participate in a Write Around workshop and support the communities we traditionally serve.
Prompt is your chance to write in community with others following the acclaimed Write Around model while also providing support to writers who might not otherwise have access to writing and community.
Pre-registration is required and is limited to 12 adults per workshop. IMPORTANT NOTE: Call us to confirm there is space, to register and to discuss payment plan options (503.796.9224).
Click here for more information about the workshop,
including 2012 workshop dates and fee.
3rd Thursday & Last Sunday
Writing Workshops at HOTLIPS Pizza
Join Write Around Portland and HOTLIPS Pizza to experience the transformative power of writing in community. These workshops are perfect for the new and seasoned writer. Start your day with pastries provided by Grand Central Baking, coffee, tea and the written word. Attend one, attend them all.
Thursday Workshops, 9am - 11am:
2012: May 17, (no Thurs workshop in June), July 19, Aug 16, Sept 20, Oct 18, Nov 15, Dec 20
Sunday Workshops, 10am - Noon:
2012: June 24, July 29, Aug 26, Sept 30, Oct 28
(No Sunday workshops in May, Nov or Dec.)
Click here for a flyer with the 2012 workshop dates.
Location: HOTLIPS Pizza, 2211 SE Hawthorne Blvd. [MAP] on the TriMet #14 bus line.
Fee: $10 - $30 sliding scale, per workshop.
Registration: Pre-registration requested.
Email hotlipspizza@writearound.org with your name, phone number and date(s) of workshop(s) you would like to attend.
Please bring a journal, notebook or composition book and a favorite pen.
Seasoned Writers Workshop
Adults who have participated in 2+ of our traditional workshops and our Write On: Returning Writers workshop are eligible for this program. Click here for dates, details and updates.
917 SW Oak St. #406, Portland, OR 97205 503.796.9224 info@writearound.org
"If you haven't been to a Write Around Portland reading, you're missing out on one of the most engaging, amazing literary events in this city."
--Willamette Week
