What we’re about
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.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Shut Up & Write!® in [Downtown Beaverton: Binary Brewing Co. & Ava Roasteria]Ava Roasteria, Beaverton, OR
PLEASE NOTE:
We'll only be hosted at Binary Brewing Co. on 4/9 and 4/23;
We'll only be hosted at Ava's Roasteria on Hall Blv on 04/16 & 04/30Coworking for writers in your area! Walk-Ins Welcome!
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area.When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers for 15 minutes. Once everyone’s introduced, I will then set the timer for our 45 minutes of quiet and focused writing session. Followed by 15 minutes of chatting. This repeats till the session is done.
During the 15 minute break, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries!
A note about the format
We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing.For our full event schedule, visit https://shutupwrite.com
Other Important Details:
Directions: 12345 SW Broadway St, Beaverton, OR 97005 [Binary Brewing Co.]
Directions: 4655 SW Hall Blvd, Beaverton, OR 97005 [Avas' Hall Blvd]WiFi name/password: ASK UPON ARRIVAL
Travel / Parking info: Free 2 Hour Street Parking however, Parking is FREE and available in the parking lot of the Beaverton City Libray, The Round as well as paid parking in the Patricia Reser Center Parking Garage. The MAX also drops you off in front of the The Round.
Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing a drink or food.
Venue Highlights: At both locations there's a fire pit outside, At Binary Brewing Co. there are pinball machines, both locations have lots of great food and drinks.
Host: @iamnakiashade Nakia Shade
- Shut Up & Write!® TIGARD Writers' SpaceTigard Public Library, Tigard, OR
Linda / Co- Hosts - Carol,Jessica ,Sebastian.
Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 6:00 pm on Thursday evenings.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.SCHEDULE:
5:45: room is available
6:00: Meet and Greet .
Each week a different host opens the session with a brief icebreaker.6:15 : Write for an hour
7:15 : check in with group ,continue to write , or simply leave
Members often talk about their successes and challenges as writers. Our events are a safe space for writers to work on their craft. No one will read or critique your writing. Some writers do voluntarily share aloud a sample of their work .
7:45 : room availability ends
For more information about our events, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
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!® Tigard Writers' Space sign.) If you are on time, please be willing to make room for any friendly latecomers.
What Should I Bring? ( once monthly we bring snacks for a potluck )
Whatever you need to be able to write!
*** Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the occasional conversation by other patrons or front desk.
Other Important Details:
WIFI NAME/PASSWORD: Simply log on to your computer to access the library's wifi .
TRAVEL / PARKING: available at site
SEATING INFORMATION: We will be in the Library Technology room.
Plugs are available to recharge your laptop or device.
GUIDELINES: Snacks and covered drinks are permitted to bring to the library.
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