Workshops & Events
Workshop Methods
I use two primary methods in my workshops and retreats:
The Amherst Writers & Artists (AWA) method, founded by Pat Schneider, which is a time-tested way to encourage writers to be bold and experimental with their writing.
Journaling, which draws on the pioneering work of Kathleen Adams, founder of the Center for Journal Therapy and the Journal to the Self® method.
I have indicated which method is primary in each of the listings below (although sometimes I do like to mix and match!). For more information about each of these methods, click on the links above.
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All workshops are offered on Zoom in the Eastern time zone unless stated otherwise.
Sun.,
Nov. 24
Digging Deep: A Post-Election Journaling Circle
Sunday, November 24, 6:30 to 8 p.m. EST
Online via Zoom
Whether you were happy with the results of the recent election or not, it is undeniable that the landscape of our lives is about to change. We don’t know what lies ahead, though we carry both fear and hope for the future. In this circle we will write in response to a few gorgeous poems that will help us unearth our truth in this time of change.
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A Zoom link will be sent to registered participants on the afternoon of the event.
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Cost: Donation of any amount, which will be split between the nonpartisan election transparency organization Scrutineers and the American Civil Liberties Union. Register by clicking on the PayPal Donate button above. If you would prefer to donate separately, just send an email to lisa@marketstreetwriters.com to let me know you have done so and I will register you.
Thurs.,
Dec. 5
Online Reading for Unfolding: A Market Street Writers Anthology
Thursday, December 5, 7 to 8 p.m. EST
Online via Zoom
You're invited to an enchanted evening of storytelling as we listen to 15 of the contributors to Unfolding: A Market Street Writers Anthology, read their poems, essays, and stories. We have already celebrated in person with a reading in Leesburg, VA, for local authors. Now you will get to hear authors who live in places farther afield, such as New Mexico, Florida, and New York. Please come and support your fellow writers!
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Cost: FREE. A Zoom link will be emailed to my mailing list the day before, as well as posted here. Feel free to share!
Thurs.,
Jan. 2
Birch Tree Writing Circle
Thursday, January 2, 6:30 to 8 p.m. EST
In person at the Birch Tree Bookstore, 11 W. Market St., Leesburg, VA
In this monthly circle we will write together in response to a variety of writing prompts designed to excavate your memories and fire up your imagination. You are free to write whatever you wish, and to decide whether to read your work aloud. This circle will use the Amherst Writers & Artists workshop method, so all feedback will celebrate what is strong and memorable in your writing; there is no critique of first draft work. For writers who wish to socialize, we will have a half hour at the end to celebrate successes, share resources, and get to know each other. Writers at any level of experience are welcome!
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Cost: $20. To register, visit the Birch Tree Bookstore site here.