Summer Wellness Writing Workshop This writing workshop aims to provide people with a compassionate space to explore positive self-healing and introspective themes. Informed by research by experts like Nicholas Mazza, John Fox, Arleen McCarty Hynes, and Dr. Mary Hynes-Berry, the workshop uses themes like empathy and mindfulness to help people better express themselves. This workshop is NOT a substitute for mental health treatment—instead it is a supplemental tool to help improve your long-term quality of life. Hosted by Parma Poet Laureate Jeremy Jusek and author Lynne Marie Three workshops will be held, all at 6:30-8:30 PM at the Powers Blvd Library
Online Playwriting Workshop Learn scriptwriting techniques and practice time-tested exercises with Jason Half, a veteran Ohio playwright, author, and workshop leader. This free workshop will be held on Zoom. Taught by Jason Half Mid-August (specific time TBA)
Poetry Boot Camp This four-class seminar will cover poetry's fundamentals. This course is designed to assist both new and established writers engage review the basics of writing, giving and receiving feedback, viewing poetry with a critical eye, and getting your poetry published. Taught by Parma Poet Laureate Jeremy Jusek
October 3 / Poetic Craft: Structure
October 10 / Poetic Craft: Image, Metaphor, and Layered Meaning
October 17 / Poetic Publication: How to Submit Work
October 24 / Poetic Critique: How to Engage with Poetry, and Poets, Effectively
Hosted by the Flamingo Writers Guild and the Cuyahoga County Public Library. All classes are free and do not require registration. Check out the library's listing here!
Parma Author Meet, Greet, and Grilling Meet up to chat with literary talent spanning Parma and Parma Heights! As a part of a new display hosted by the Prama Gallery & Artspace, this event will offer food, games, writing workshops, and a chance to mingle with our city's linguistically talented artists. This event is a part of the Parma Author Project, and is partially made possible by a generous grant from the Skyline Writers' Group. Time and Date TBA - September 2022 5411 Pearl Rd Parma, OH 44129
Past events, workshops and readings can be viewed on our Youtube Channel. Also look out for more upcoming events, including a playwriting workshop, performative reading workshop, a children's writing workshop, and more!
