Comedy Writing

This group is for anyone interested in writing in English, whether it be prose or poetry or non-fiction. We get together once a week to listen, critique and support each other in our work. Attendees bring something they have written, six copies, printed out and no longer than seven pages, which they read aloud. They then receive feedback from the rest of the group. The size of the group is limited to 6, so that everyone is able to receive a full 30 minutes of constructive feedback including reading time. If you have nothing to read but would like to come and listen, you are most welcome too. We are an anglophone group and everything is conducted in English, in fact not everyone who comes can speak French. Please bear this in mind if you sign up.

### 🎤 Green Light in Paris - STANDUP COMEDY IN ENGLISH to discover the city of lights 💡 Green Light in Paris offers a **Unique Comedy Show every Tuesday** where the best comedians in Paris delve into **one theme** and fill you in on the Do's and Don'ts of **Parisian life** in the hip and trendy **11th arrondissement** (Near République & Canal-Saint Martin). **THE fun thing to do in Paris** in English! Whether it's a fun date, a night out with friends, or just a chance to meet new people, our standup comedy club has it all. **Since 2021**, Green Mic has featured comedians who have appeared on ***Netflix***\*, Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, BBC, Don't Tell Comedy, The Ringers with Bill Burr, **Fringe Festival,** and other big European festivals.\* **📅 Show Date**: Every Tuesday **at 8:00 PM** (Doors Open at 8:00 PM - Show starts at 8:30 PM) 📍 **Located at : Les Marquises -**[145 Rue Oberkampf](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66defc8355daf:0xcc7f729bf8e010d8?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111 "https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66defc8355daf:0xcc7f729bf8e010d8?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111")**, 75011 Paris** [Short Preview of the show](https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_uZbsNNQyl/) 🎤 **Who are the comedians?** We book **different comedians every show** and the best visiting comedians from **all around the world** (USA, Australia, Canada, Italy, Spain, UK, New Zealand, ... more than 50 countries) -- *We share clips of our comedians on Instagram @GreenMicComedy --* **🌟 What is the show?** A **traditional standup comedy** show with 3 acts, a first act, a middle act and a closing act. Three different comedians with different styles and enough time to experience comedy in a different setting. 🎫 Get your Tickets: [GreenLightParis.eventbrite.fr](https://GreenLightParis.eventbrite.fr "https://GreenLightParis.eventbrite.fr") \#\#\#\# 🎟️Book your tickets now and secure your spot for a night to remember\! 🎟️ #### ABOUT YOUR TICKET :🎫 * You can make a free reservation which is "**first come first served**" for entry, with a donation at the start of the show. RESERVING A FREE TICKET DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY. Please be on time so we can find you a seat before the show starts. *\*\*This show is crowd-funded and our recommended price is 12euros and 7 euros for students.* Follow us on social media for updates and more information! \*\*[@GreenMicComedy ](https://www.instagram.com/greenmiccomedy/ "https://www.instagram.com/greenmiccomedy/")\*\*🎤

Free Songwriting Workshop – Discover Your Songwriting Voice. 🎵 Are you curious about songwriting but not sure where to start? Or maybe you’re looking to level up your skills in a supportive, creative space? Join me a professional songwriter with proven success, for a FREE 2-hour introductory songwriting session in Paris, where you’ll get a taste of my workshop style, meet fellow aspiring songwriters, and explore your creative voice! What to expect: * Fun, hands-on songwriting exercises * Tips to unlock lyrics, melodies, and song ideas * Collaborative mini-workshops to spark creativity * “If you play an instrument, feel free to bring it—but it’s absolutely not required.” Details: 📅 Date: 14th April ⏰ Time: 19:00-21:00 📍 Location: Paris 75010 💬 Language: English (open to all levels!) 🎟 Spots are limited – RSVP now to secure your place! Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience, this session is designed to inspire and give you tools you can use immediately. Reserve your spot today and start your songwriting journey!

The Improvokers have the great honor to welcome Gary Schwartz one of the best improvisers and coaches in the world and part of the academy award film The Quest for Fire (1981) Book your spot: https://www.helloasso.com/associations/the-improvokers/evenements/gary-schwartz-in-paris Join master improv coach **Gary Schwartz** for a two‑day introduction to **Viola Spolin’s Improvisational Theater Games**—the foundation of modern American improvisation and the training system behind the Compass Players, Second City, and countless improv ensembles. Gary is the only teacher endorsed by both **Viola Spolin** and **Paul Sills**, co‑founder and first director of The Second City. His 18‑year association with Spolin shapes his dynamic, intuitive approach to teaching. > “Gary Schwartz is a gifted player and coach. He has a thorough understanding of my work.” — *Viola Spolin* > “He’s the best side coach around, including me.” — *Paul Sills* ### **What You’ll Learn** Spolin’s Theater Games use simple, structured play to: * Strengthen relationships and character work * Increase awareness and confidence * Unlock intuitive, spontaneous creativity These skills apply onstage and in everyday life. And they’re genuinely fun. Open to all levels. *** ## **About Gary Schwartz** Gary Schwartz is a TV and film actor, director, master improv coach, and author. He began performing professionally at age 13 as a mime, touring the Hudson River with Pete Seeger and leading folk artists of the 1960s. His screen work includes numerous film and TV roles, including the Oscar‑winning *Quest for Fire*. As a voice actor, he’s known for iconic video‑game characters such as the Heavy Weapons Guy and Demoman (*Team Fortress 2*), Langus Tuno (*Star Wars: The Old Republic*), and Lich, Sniper, Pugna, and Shadow Shaman (*Dota 2*). He co-starred in and wrote for two children’s TV series—*Zoobilee Zoo* (Bravo Fox) and Disney Channel’s *You and Me, Kid*. Gary was the protégé of **Viola Spolin**, creator of Theater Games, and is dedicated to carrying her work forward with clarity, integrity, and play. His award‑winning middle‑grade novel **The King of Average** earned two gold medals from Children’s Literary Classics and appeared on “Best Of” lists from *Kirkus Reviews* and *Indie Reader*.

###### **Soirée théâtrale « Boulgakov et cetera » : à l’occasion du 135ᵉ anniversaire du grand Maître** Le 14 avril, l’actrice de théâtre et de cinéma, diplômée de l’Institut russe des arts du théâtre — GITIS (faculté d’art dramatique) et de l’École supérieure des arts de la scène G.G.Dadamian (faculté de mise en scène), metteuse en scène et pédagogue à la faculté d’art dramatique du GITIS, Stassia Sokolova-Savostianova, présentera au public de la Maison russe une création originale, hommage à l’art dramatique ancien et au maître bien-aimé de la littérature russe. Dans le bouquet festif de ce monoconcert — des œuvres de Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Richard Wagner, Alfred Schnittke, Mikael Tariverdiev. De la prose de Vissarion Belinski. Des poèmes de Robert Rojdestvenski, Jacques Prévert, Henri Contet, Caroline Pavlova, Novella Matveïeva et d’autres auteurs. Mais avant tout — des pages des œuvres de Mikhaïl Boulgakov, choisies avec une attention et un amour particuliers. Pour Boulgakov, le théâtre n’était pas seulement une profession et une source d’inspiration, mais une part essentielle de sa vie, de sa vision du monde et, surtout, de sa méthode créative. Ses œuvres sont entièrement imprégnées de théâtralité, et son expérience de dramaturge a profondément influencé toute sa prose. En se tournant vers le roman «Le Maître et Marguerite», il est impossible de ne pas remarquer qu’il s’agit d’une œuvre complexe, à plusieurs niveaux — presque une pièce, avec des personnages marquants, une action rapide et des rebondissements dramatiques inattendus. De nombreux épisodes du roman se perçoivent comme des tableaux scéniques achevés — un véritable théâtre au cœur de la prose. Le nom de Mikhaïl Boulgakov résonne de manière particulièrement symbolique ici, en France. Bien que l’écrivain ne soit jamais allé à Paris, dont il connaissait, rêvait et qu’il ressentait à travers la culture, la littérature et le théâtre européens, la tradition française — de Molière à la poésie du XXᵉ siècle — lui était intérieurement proche par son esprit de liberté, d’ironie et de grotesque tragique. Aujourd’hui, ce lien invisible devient presque tangible : en France vit sa petite-nièce, E.Sedakoff-Boulgakov — gardienne de la mémoire familiale, dont la vie semble prolonger ce fil culturel subtil qui relie Boulgakov à ce pays. Le théâtre était pour lui un véritable miroir de la vie, où il explorait la nature humaine, posait des questions éternelles — et y trouvait des réponses. Munissez-vous d’une pièce d’identité. Entrée gratuite sur inscription préalable sur le site la Maison russe à Paris, 61 rue Boissière 75116 Paris 01 44 34 79 79 crsc . fr Annonce relayée GRACIEUSEMENT par Ladies_Gentlemen_Club Florence & Christophe de Barros Conti +33 6 88 88 01 03, vous souhaitent de vivifiantes émotions et de mémorables rencontres Vous aimez votre Club Ladies_Gentlemen ? Nous vous aimons aussi, afin de continuer à vous proposer des évènements édifiants, des activités divertissantes et maintenir l'adhésion au club GRATUITE Participez aux événements payants non remboursable, une petite marge contribue aux frais de l’association faites un don à partir de 1€, vous soutenez une action culturelle bienveillante indépendante 1€ don du coeur, chaque don compte Merci REJOINDRE le CLUB GRATUIT [https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/ladies_gentlemen/events/](https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/ladies_gentlemen/events/) [https://www.instagram.com/ladies_gentlemen_club/](https://www.instagram.com/ladies_gentlemen_club/) [https://www.tiktok.com/@ladies_gentlemen_club](https://www.tiktok.com/@ladies_gentlemen_club) [https://www.youtube.com/@decideagencyflorencedebarr4226/videos](https://www.youtube.com/@decideagencyflorencedebarr4226/videos) [https://www.decide.tv](https://www.decide.tv/) [https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceDeBarrosConti.decideAgencyCannes](https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceDeBarrosConti.decideAgencyCannes)

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The Dissident Salon is a weekly poetry and performance series created as an extension of the DISSIDENT Club’s mission to provide a home for dissenting voices, hosted by Alissa Leeds. Rooted in the tradition of the literary salon, it treats writing and performance as public acts that question power and challenge the systems that shape our lives. Each week features a curated performer, followed by open mic sessions open to all. Work may be presented in English, French, or other languages. Multilingual expression is central to the space and reflects the realities of exile, displacement, and exchange that define the DISSIDENT Club. The Salon is an ongoing forum for people who speak publicly and think critically through art. It exists to build community and support sustained creative work within the broader ecosystem of the DISSIDENT Club. **When:** Every Tuesday, starting January 6th, 2026 **Sign-ups:** 8:00 PM **Sets:** Three 45-minute sessions at 9:00 PM, 10:00 PM, and 11:00 PM **Where:** The DISSIDENT Club, 58 rue Richer, 75009 Bring work that confronts. We offer the microphone.

Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohème Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!*** [Events in Paris, FR](https://www.meetup.com/find/fr--paris/)

ENGLISH STANDUP COMEDY IN PARIS! ### Green Mic Friday Fun Comedy Night \*\*\* English Standup Comedy \*\*\* 🇬🇧 \*\*\* 1 hour show \*\*\* 😂 🎤 \*\*\* Food & Drinks \*\*\* 🍷🍔 🍺🥗 \*\*\* New Lineup every show \*\*\* 🎁🙀 \*\*\* Comedians from all around the world \*\*\* 🗺🌎 **📅 Show Date**: Every Friday **at 8:30 PM** (Doors Open at 8:00 PM - Show starts at 8:30 PM) 📍 Location : Au Soleil de la Butte, [32 Rue Muller, 75018 Paris](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66e5d35241d2d:0x1ad390baa0a06d14?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111 "https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66e5d35241d2d:0x1ad390baa0a06d14?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111") 🚍🚇 Stations : Métro Line 2(Anvers) or Line 4 & Line 12 \- 6 min walk from The **Basilica of Sacré Cœur de Montmartre** 🎫 Get your Tickets on Eventbrite : [GreenFun.EventBrite.fr](https://GreenFun.EventBrite.fr "https://GreenFun.EventBrite.fr") 🎫 **Since 2021**, Green Mic has featured comedians who have appeared on ***Netflix***\*, Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, BBC, Don't Tell Comedy, The Ringers with Bill Burr, **Fringe Festival,** and other big European festivals.\* 🎤 **Who are the comedians?** We book **different comedians every show** and the best visiting comedians from **all around the world** (USA, Australia, Canada, Italy, Spain, UK, New Zealand, ... more than 50 countries) -- *We share clips of our comedians on Instagram @GreenMicComedy --* #### ABOUT YOUR TICKET :🎫 * You can make a free reservation which is "**first come first served**" for entry, with a donation at the start of the show. RESERVING A FREE TICKET DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY. *\*\*This show is crowd-funded and our recommended price is 12euros and 7 euros for students.* Follow us on social media for updates and more information! \*\*[@GreenMicComedy ](https://www.instagram.com/greenmiccomedy/ "https://www.instagram.com/greenmiccomedy/")\*\*🎤 #ComedyInParis #StandupComedy #ParisNights #GreenMicComedy #LaughOutLoud #ParisEvents #ComedyNight #InternationalComedians #FreeComedy #ParisLife #FunInParis #ExpatsParis #LiveComedy #ThingsToDoInParis 🎭

It's cinema... without a script. Each night, the audience's ideas inspire four brand-new "films," performed live on stage. From epic fantasy to wacky westerns and painfully awkward rom-coms... you suggest it, the actors bring it to life! After every round, the audience votes one story off the reel until only one survives... the blockbuster of the night! Fast, funny, and unpredictable, this improv show turns movie magic into comedy mayhem. The chaos is brought to you by Foreign Exchanged, a motley crew of international improvisers from all over the world — India, the US, Russia, Colombia, Lebanon, Moldova, France and beyond — making their way through Paris, one English faux pas at a time. Come for the accents, stay for the laughter. please book here https://www.billetreduc.com/spectacle/spectacle-d-improvisation-en-anglais-381367

## Details Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohème Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!***

ENGLISH STANDUP COMEDY IN PARIS! ## 🎨Color your Sunday with laughter 😆@ Green Mic !!! 💚🎤 Join us at **Green Mic Comedy** where the ***crème de la crème of Parisian comedians*** will illuminate your Sunday night with waves of laughter! **Since 2021**, Green Mic has featured comedians who have appeared on ***Netflix***\*, Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, **BBC**, Don't Tell Comedy, The Ringers with Bill Burr, **Fringe Festival,** and other big European festivals.\* **📅 When ?** * Every **Sunday** * Doors Open at **7:00 PM - 19H00** * Show Starts at **7:30 PM - 19H30** 📍 **Where** : **Ma Cocotte du Faubourg**.- [5 Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009 Paris](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66e3e7d7639ad:0x582be8084e69e46a?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111) 🚇 Easily accessible from * Métro Lines 8 & 9 (Grands Boulevards) * Métro Line 3 (Bourse) 🎤 **Who are the comedians ?** We book **different comedians every week** and the best visiting comedians from **all around the world** (USA, Australia, Canada, Italy, Spain, UK, New zeland, ... more than 50 countries) -- *We share clips of our comedians on Instagram @GreenMicComedy --* 🎤 **Why Green Mic ?** 💚 Our promise is that you'll have a great Sunday night and have Enough laughters for the Week ! **Green Mic is a feel-good show** where you can stay for drinks after the show and hangout at The Frog Pubs. We Also offer **Happy-hours prices** when you **show your tickets at the door**. 🎟️ Secure your spot! Grab your tickets on Eventbrite: GreenMicComedy.eventbrite.fr 🎟️ (Check out more links in our bio 📱) \*\*This show is crowd-funded with a pay-what-you-can price and we recommend 12 euros and 5 euros for students with no obligation to pay. #ComedyInParis #StandupComedy #ParisNights #GreenMicComedy #LaughOutLoud #ParisEvents #ComedyNight #InternationalComedians #FreeComedy #ParisLife #FunInParis #ExpatsParis #LiveComedy #ThingsToDoInParis 🎭

**English stand-up comedy in a historic bar!** Seating is limited so **[CLICK HERE to reserve a place on Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/english-stand-up-comedy-in-paris-friday-night-show-tickets-364336088047?aff=oddtdtcreator)** Join us on **Friday Nights (doors open 8pm, show start 8:30pm)** for an English stand-up comedy show from international comedians in a bar/12th century gothic cellar located in the heart of the Latin Quater. **Entrance** is free with **purchase of a drink** (for the venue). **Exit is pay-what-you-can** for the performers. Suggested 14 euros per person (cash or card accepted) Where: **La Pomme d'Eve**, 1 Rue Laplace, 75005 Paris When: **Doors open at 8pm**, show starts at 8:30pm! Please arrive by 8:15pm to have time to order a drink before the show 🙂 Late arrivals may lose their seat For more events and to see the line-ups [follow us at @coucoucomedy on Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/coucoucomedy/) or **[Check out more events on our website at www.coucoucomedyclub.com!](https://www.coucoucomedyclub.com/)**

Paris Lit Up open mic (PLU) Every Thursday in English (other languages too – when in Rome, speak French) at the historic home of French Slam poetry, Culture Rapide (103 Rue Julien Lacroix, 75020). If you would like to read, dance, sing or otherwise express yourself, sign up is open and free to all, starting at 20.00-ish. We go until we drop or run out of performers! In any language. Or no language at all. No limits, just respect. Plus, each week featured performers from around the world are invited to strut their stuff before our rowdy but respectful audience. For this week's special guest, see: www.facebook.com/ParisLitUp Not in Paris? Join us online at "PLU Live on Zoom"! Every Wednesday from 9pm CET. Just like an open mic, but we chat a bit too. Always the same link, hosts rotate: http://tiny.cc/PLUopenmic

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 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 22 at Streetlight Guild. 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:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you knew Del Close on a personal level, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup** for some fun and games! The idea behind improv is to create entire scenes from scratch based on a suggestion from the audience. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway*, *ComedySportz*, or *Wild 'n Out*; it could also be done to tell stories, like *Middleditch and Schwartz*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and free!) weekly comedy event, brings the games (and occasionally different forms) for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Not only is it a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and make friendships that'll last a lifetime! Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "Yes, And" that you'll have fun!

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do 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 10AM on Saturday mornings. 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: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. 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 were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do 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 10AM on Saturday mornings. 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: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. 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 were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!

The topic for April is "Water" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

Dinner and dancing