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IMPORTANT NOTICE: This group listing has moved to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group pages and RSVP to upcoming events here:
Tuesday events: https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uk3vhh400
Thursday events: https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2vd3e5Y200
If you don't have a Shut Up & Write! account yet, you can sign up here. If you have any questions or would like any help, please contact us here.
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Shut Up & Write! is a global community that empowers writers to overcome procrastination, silence their inner critic, and make consistent progress on their projects. Our events provide a structured and focused environment where writers can come together, set aside distractions, and achieve their writing goals.
What to Expect
Our events use our proven formula: a few minutes of introductions, a period of focused writing, and a final check-in to share our progress. Once you arrive, our host will lead introductions, and then everyone will write for a quiet, focused period of time. Afterward, we’ll have an optional time to chat and get to know each other. Our events are a safe space for writers to work on their craft. No one will read or critique your writing.
For more information about our organization, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
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Shut Up & Write!®
We host free writing events for writers all over the world.
Upcoming events
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Shut Up and Write! on Thursday
State Cinema, 375 Elizabeth St, North Hobart, TA, AUIMPORTANT NOTICE: Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website and this Meetup page will be closing soon.
You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uB3woeA00
If you don't have a Shut Up & Write! account yet, you can sign up here. If you have any questions or would like any help, please contact us here.
Thank you!
The Shut Up & Write! Team---
Join us for an hour or more of writing, and writing experience exchanges at the State Cinema Cafe (we’re all the way in the back behind the stairs)! We've discovered that writing with a group is very helpful: see if it's true for you!
Whatever you're working on, whether it's a novel, poetry, script, essay, dissertation, or simply something for work, you are invited to write with us. Nobody will look at your work or give you unsolicited advice. We're just here to write, together.
SCHEDULE:
- 17:30 - Introductions & inevitable banter
- 17:45 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
- 18:45 - The End: chat, take off, or keep writing
Afterwards, we’ll have an optional time to chat and get to know each other. Members often talk about their successes and challenges as writers. Our events are a safe space for writers to work on their craft.
Being Late is Okay
Just show up and get settled, then check in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write!® sign.) If you are on time, please be willing to make room for any friendly latecomers.What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write! Please make sure your devices are fully charged or bring a powerbank, as the cafe may not have outlets available.
Bring earplugs or headphones if you want to block the cafe’s ambient music or the occasional conversation by other patrons.Other Important Details:
- VENUE WIFI NAME/PASSWORD: The State Cinema does not provide wifi; you will have to either bring your own internet (eg hotspot off your phone), or take it as an opportunity to not be distracted by the internet and simply write!
- TRAVEL / PARKING: There is a small car park attached to the cinema, but it may be easier to find street parking. Many of the side streets off Elizabeth have free, non-timed parking after 6pm.
- GUIDELINES: The State Cafe kitchen closes at 7pm, but drinks are available at the bar until 9pm. Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.
1 attendee
Shut Up and Write! on Thursday
State Cinema, 375 Elizabeth St, North Hobart, TA, AUIMPORTANT NOTICE: Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website and this Meetup page will be closing soon.
You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uB3woeA00
If you don't have a Shut Up & Write! account yet, you can sign up here. If you have any questions or would like any help, please contact us here.
Thank you!
The Shut Up & Write! Team---
Join us for an hour or more of writing, and writing experience exchanges at the State Cinema Cafe (we’re all the way in the back behind the stairs)! We've discovered that writing with a group is very helpful: see if it's true for you!
Whatever you're working on, whether it's a novel, poetry, script, essay, dissertation, or simply something for work, you are invited to write with us. Nobody will look at your work or give you unsolicited advice. We're just here to write, together.
SCHEDULE:
- 17:30 - Introductions & inevitable banter
- 17:45 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
- 18:45 - The End: chat, take off, or keep writing
Afterwards, we’ll have an optional time to chat and get to know each other. Members often talk about their successes and challenges as writers. Our events are a safe space for writers to work on their craft.
Being Late is Okay
Just show up and get settled, then check in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write!® sign.) If you are on time, please be willing to make room for any friendly latecomers.What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write! Please make sure your devices are fully charged or bring a powerbank, as the cafe may not have outlets available.
Bring earplugs or headphones if you want to block the cafe’s ambient music or the occasional conversation by other patrons.Other Important Details:
- VENUE WIFI NAME/PASSWORD: The State Cinema does not provide wifi; you will have to either bring your own internet (eg hotspot off your phone), or take it as an opportunity to not be distracted by the internet and simply write!
- TRAVEL / PARKING: There is a small car park attached to the cinema, but it may be easier to find street parking. Many of the side streets off Elizabeth have free, non-timed parking after 6pm.
- GUIDELINES: The State Cafe kitchen closes at 7pm, but drinks are available at the bar until 9pm. Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.
2 attendees
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Shut Up & Write!®
We host free writing events for writers all over the world.