What we’re about
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Life piles up — work stress, family responsibilities, unspoken worries. Too often, men are expected to carry it all in silence. Men with Pens is a weekly gathering where we put pen to paper and let some of that weight go.
This isn’t about being a “good writer” or producing polished essays. It’s about writing to release, reflect, and connect. Each week, we’ll spend an hour together in a local Hayward coffee shop:
A short writing prompt to get words flowing
Time to write freely and honestly (for your eyes only, unless you choose to share)
Space to read aloud, listen, and support one another
No judgment. No pressure. Just men giving themselves permission to slow down, be heard, and build community.
Whether you journal regularly or haven’t written since high school, you’re welcome here. Bring a notebook, a pen, and an open mind.
📍 Meets weekly in Hayward (coffee shop location TBD)
⏰ About an hour
💬 Open to men of all ages and backgrounds
Come as you are. Leave a little lighter.