What we’re about
Writers collaborating to improve their skills through workshops and learning events...
• WORKSHOPS:
Join with other writers from around the blue planet on Zoom as we discuss and work to perfect our writing every Friday morning, open to any genre: fiction, fantasy, sci-fi, nonfiction, memoir, flash, poetry, or screenplay. Stephen Kastner encourages emerging writers to join the Friday Open Genre Workshop for engaging MFA style discussions with a small, private and select tribe of writers willing to read and review each other's work in a creative test bed. We host the Poetry and Performance workshop with Darlene Witte on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month
• PUBLICATIONS:
The Green Mountain Writers Group (GMWG) publishes a website TO facilitate our workshop events, and an online journal featuring works developed by our workshop participants. In 2023, we released our first print publication, a compilation of GMWB Members' poems, Poetry & Performance – Volume 1.
NOW TWO FLAVORS OF GMWG:
I just acquired the former Burlington Writers Workshop Meetup Group after Peter Bielo recently abandoned it. After more than two years of no activity, I have the chance to rebuild and restore our group. There are 2,734 existing members. I plan to restore live meetings in person, in the city, events we sadly lost when COVID struck three years ago. I changed our Meetup name to Green Mountain Writers Group | Burlington (https://www.meetup.com/burlington-writers).
About the founder: Stephen Kastner:
Since 1997, I have been an independent consultant at DesignWise Studios. I began a visual artist in painting and photography. In the 80s I worked as a professional photo-journalist for the NYT papers in Florida. In 2006, I lived in Yunnan, China and spent 6 months as a filmmaker while designing the curriculum for what was to became the top-rated Chinese Culture Spa on TripAdvisor, the Linden Centre. Now, I employ writing, digital photography, videography, graphic design, and networked media to create all varieties of digital storytelling and I coach authors on self-publishing.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Monday Morning Poetry, Performance and FlowLink visible for attendees
THIS SESSION:
Featured poet Jo Bower...
Her passions encompass unexpected treasures found in the natural world, healing through authentic human connections, and the craggy coasts of Massachusetts and Maine. From her upbringing in a small New England seaside town, to adventures in West Africa, to the vagaries and challenges of intimate relationships, her latest book follows the arc of Bower’s life from childhood to cronehood. Her many insights into the hidden gifts of aging, relationships, and personal growth carry universal wisdom.Unleash your creativity and explore the dynamic relationship between written poetry and spoken word in our biweekly Poetry, Performance, and Flow workshops.
Workshop Details:
- When: Every other Monday morning
- Duration: 2 hours
- Where: [Zoom link provided upon registration]
About the Workshop:
This workshop is designed to bridge the gap between the poetic words on the page and the art of poetry performed aloud. Each session is a vibrant exploration of poetic expression, featuring a variety of engaging activities:
- Featured Poet Readings: Experience the work of a guest poet, followed by a rich discussion that dives into their themes, techniques, and inspirations.
- Open Mic Sessions: Share your own poetry or a piece that resonates with you in a supportive environment, allowing for connection and inspiration among fellow writers.
- Ekphrastic Poetry Exploration: Engage in the unique interplay of art and poetry. Participants will be presented with a visual artwork that serves as a muse. After a 10-minute silent meditation, you’ll have 25 minutes to write a poem inspired by the image, capturing its essence, emotions, and narrative.
- Flow-state Poetry Writing: These sessions are improvisational like Jazz or stage improv, similar to our Friday sessions but for poets.
Why Join?
- Enhance Your Craft: Whether you’re a seasoned poet or just starting out, this workshop provides a nurturing space to hone your skills and experiment with new forms of expression.
- Connect with Others: Meet fellow poetry enthusiasts, share your work, and engage in thoughtful discussions that inspire and motivate.
- Experience the Fusion of Art and Words: Discover how visual art can ignite your creativity and deepen your poetic practice.
Bring your pens, your passion, and your imagination as we embark on this poetic journey together! Join us to celebrate the beauty of language and the power of performance.
Reserve your spot today and let your voice be heard.
