A free and open writing workshop for those interested in writing and reading about chronic illness, Friday, Feb. 28, 11 am-2 pm, Northeast Library, 2200 Central Ave. NE. Info and RSVP: MplsWritingWorkshops@gmail.com.
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Fall Writing Class, “Great Works in Progress”
Fall Writing Class at Fridley Community Education, 6085 7th St NE, Fridley. In “Great Works in Progress,” you will learn what it takes to put a story together. By the end of the class, you will have written a complete short story. Learn how to make it happen: plot, characters, theme, and conflict. Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., Sept. 14- Oct. 12, five weeks, $49. Instructor, Gail Olson. To register, go to http://fridley.feepay.com, call 763-502-5100, or e-mail Stephen.Keeler@fridley.k12.mn.us.
Fall Writing Class, “Write Your Memoirs”
Fall Writing Class at Fridley Community Education, 6085 7th St NE, Fridley. “Write Your Memoirs,” meets Tuesday mornings, 10-11:30 a.m., starting Tuesday, Sept. 13-Oct. 11, five weeks, $49. Time to dust off those memoirs and get them rolling again, or come for the camaraderie if you’ve already been hard at work. They will be sharing stories and ideas in a positive, supportive environment. Instructor, Gail Olson. To register, go to http://fridley.feepay.com, call 763-502-5100, or e-mail Stephen.Keeler@fridley.k12.mn.us.
TransFabulous at Sumner Library
Sumner Library, 611 Van White Memorial Blvd, will be hosting a series of six free art workshops for adults, led by artists who identify as transgender or gender nonconforming, celebrating all gender identities and expressions through art. There are only seven slots remaining. Register at www.hclib.org/events or call Sumner Library at 612-543-6875. The TransFabulous event will be held Saturdays, July 9 – August 13, 1-3:00 p.m. Join artist Grey Doolin to create and share your personal narrative through writing and photography, materials provided. This event is presented in collaboration with Transforming Families, funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.