Writing Workshops

Make friends and play games! The evening begins at 19:45 where participants will meet, sign in, and grab a beverage. At 20:00, we will have a focused, 1-hour workshop on one aspect of improvisation (e.g. characters, cooperation, physicality). We'll then have a short break followed by an improv jam at 21:15. No experience is necessary to play in the jam and it's okay to just watch. Don't mind the attendance numbers. Our regular attendees just show up and don't RSVP here. Usual attendance is 8-10 for the workshop and 10-15 for the jam. Come for the workshop or the jam, all are welcome on this island of misfit toys. Both events are donation based.

Te sumergirás en la magia de la improvisación a través de juegos y ejercicios dinámicos. Aprenderás a afinar tu atención y mejorar tu capacidad de escucha, desarrollarás la habilidad de crear y aceptar propuestas, y dominarás la creación de espacios y personajes. Conocerás el emocionante mundo del Match de Improvisación y los juegos de impro, un formato que ofrece infinitas posibilidades para aprender mientras te diviertes. Un escenario donde la espontaneidad y la creatividad se combinan para crear momentos teatrales inolvidables. ***No es necesaria experiencia previa, todos los niveles son bienvenidos.*** No os preocupéis si no hay muchos inscritos al evento, trabajamos con otras plataformas desde nos llegan también mas inscripciones. **ATENCION!!!** para poder asistir al evento tenemos que haberos confirmado vuestra asistencia por privado.

Join us for a fun afterwork hangout at Wild Rover Bar where you can socialize, make new friends, and enjoy a great time with like-minded individuals. Whether you're a sports fan looking to catch the game with fellow enthusiasts, or if you simply want to unwind after a long day at work, this event is perfect for you. Connect with international friends, network with others in a relaxed atmosphere, and create lasting memories while enjoying good food and drinks. Let's make this evening a memorable one filled with laughter, friendly conversations, and a vibrant social ambiance. Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm to 10pm! p.s. don’t forget about the happy hours! 2 pints of estrella 8€ 2 glasses of vine 8€ 2 mix drinks 12€

🚀 **Ready to Master Your Public Speaking and Communication Skills?** Join **Success Toastmasters Barcelona** and become part of a vibrant, supportive community where you'll gain the confidence to speak clearly, think on your feet, and connect with any person or audience! 🎤 **Why Join Us?** * **Master Public Speaking:** Learn to craft and deliver powerful speeches with confidence and clarity. Each session is developed through prepared speeches, which are later evaluated, giving you constructive feedback to improve your skills. * **Think Fast & Speak Smart:** Practice responding to unexpected, challenging or even awkward questions with ease and confidence. **Ever been asked something like…** *"What made you decide to share that embarrassing story?"* *"What are your weaknesses?"* *"Who made you think that way?"* *"Why do you believe your approach is the right one?"* *"What is the greatest challenge of your life?"* *"Can you explain why your last project failed?"* *"Do you think everyone should agree with your opinion?"* These questions can be uncomfortable because they touch on sensitive topics or make you feel judged. At **Success Toastmasters Barcelona**, **you’ll build the confidence to handle tough questions and respond to unexpected challenges with poise and clarity**. * **Talk About Anything and with Anyone:** Develop the skills to speak confidently on any topic, planned or impromptu. Join us for impromptu speeches and fun dynamics, where everyone can participate from the very first day! * **Build Leadership Skills:** Gain leadership experience by organizing meetings, mentoring others, and managing projects. * **Step Out of Your Comfort Zone:** Overcome shyness and embrace bold, authentic self-expression. We are thrilled to feature **exceptional speakers** who embody confidence and the unique ability to turn any topic into an opportunity. Their journey and expertise **will inspire you to approach every conversation with self-assurance and use your voice to your advantage**. This is your chance **to learn firsthand how to communicate persuasively and transform challenges into strengths!** 🌍 **Inclusive, Diverse & Supportive Community** * **Open to everyone - no prior experience needed!** * **Hybrid Format:** In person in the heart of **Barcelona** or online from anywhere in the world. * 🌍 Our meetings are held **in English!** * 💲**Visiting a meeting as a guest Is totally FREE!** * There is no fee for guests requested by the Success club, but the **Hotel requests one compulsory drink (Wine, Beer or Soft drink) per person (7€)**. * It Would be a pleasure to meet you and accept you in our club. Step up to the challenge and join us! * **No pressure!** Simply come and watch if you’re not ready to participate yet. 📅 **When?** 🕕 **Time: 19:00** 📍 **Location:** ICON BCN, Carrer de Roger de Llúria, 21, L'Eixample, 08010 Barcelona (ask for more info if you are interested \*\*[success.toastmasters107@gmail.com**!](http://success.toastmasters107@gmail.com%2A%2A!/)) 📩 **Interested?** **Click ATTEND** button or just send us an email at \*\*[success.toastmasters107@gmail.com**](http://success.toastmasters107@gmail.com%2A%2A/) and our **Vice President of Membership** will get back to you with all the details. ✨ **Step up. Speak out. Succeed.** Join **Success Toastmasters Barcelona** and discover the speaker and leader within you! Join our What's app group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Im5u5Cmf1hx6nbJH0tYt70](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Im5u5Cmf1hx6nbJH0tYt70) LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/34658490/admin/dashboard/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/34658490/admin/dashboard/) Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/successtoastmasters/](https://www.instagram.com/successtoastmasters/)

**Hello Everyone!** To celebrate **World Health Day**, I am offering **one-to-one free spinal assessments** at *The Chiro Clinic, Barcelona* for anyone interested in checking their spine health and posture. ### **How it will run** Sessions are **20 minutes** and will include: * A full spinal assessment * Discussion of findings * Personalised advice and care As there are **only 6 available slots**, times are as follows: 🕑 14:00 🕑 14:20 🕑 14:40 🕒 15:00 🕒 15:20 🕒 15:40 **Please send me a message to confirm your preferred time before booking on Meetup.** A small **€5 deposit** is required to secure your slot on meetup, which will be **returned upon arrival at your appointment**. This helps ensure all spaces are filled and respected. Spaces are limited, so if you would like a specific time, please **book promptly!** 📅 **Date:** Monday 6th and Wednesday 8th of April, 14:00–16:00 📍 **Location:** The Chiro Clinic, Carrer de Sant Màrius, 19, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08022 Barcelona 📲 **WhatsApp:** +34 611 864 568

**🇬🇧 The Language Exchange Meetup in Barcelona 🌍** Are you ready for an evening filled with language practice, new friendships, and tons of fun? Join our vibrant community in Barcelona where language enthusiasts gather to enhance their proficiency in various languages and expand their social circles. Embark on a linguistic adventure with us! Our language exchange sessions take place in the heart of the city, within the unique atmosphere of Space Cowboy 🤠 🗓️ **When**: Every Monday at 7pm 📍 **Where**: Space Cowboy: 31 Carders street (5 minutes from Jaume I or 8 minutes from Arc de Triomf station) 🆓 **Admission: Free**, with a friendly request to support the venue by ordering a minimum drink (€4). Please, remember that SIGNING UP IS MANDATORY for all the events, thus we can bring enough stickers for everyone. This inclusive event welcomes everyone, so come and mingle with us! (Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.) 📸 We'll seek your permission before capturing any moments on camera. Agreeing to be in a photo means you're okay with us sharing it on social media. 🗣 A friendly host will hand you a sticker with your name, native language, and the language you're eager to practice. Feel free to stick to your mother tongue if you prefer. Let's make language learning a joyous journey! 😊 Our events are published on various platforms so there are always more attendees than those confirmed. **Stay Connected**: 📸 Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/barcelonalanguageexchange/)! 👍 Like our [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/thefridaylanguageexchange) to see all the albums! 🌐 Discover more about us on [our website](https://speakquick.es). 📱 **Connect on WhatsApp**: [Join the group here](https://chat.whatsapp.com/D3UQm1CAFECGyE5RknlvXQ) See you there for an evening of laughter, language, and lasting friendships. **Come alone, leave with friends!** 🌍🗣️ \-\-\- 🇪🇸 **¡El Intercambio de Idiomas de Barcelona!** 🌍 ¿Estás listo para una velada llena de práctica de idiomas, nuevas amistades y mucha diversión? Únete a nuestra animada comunidad en Barcelona, donde entusiastas de los idiomas se reúnen para mejorar su nivel y ampliar sus círculos sociales. ¡Embárcate en una aventura lingüística con nosotros! Nuestras sesiones de intercambio de idiomas tienen lugar en el corazón de la ciudad, en el ambiente único de Space Cowboy 🤠 🗓️ **Cuándo**: Todos los lunes a las 19h. 📍 **Dónde**: Space Cowboy: calle Carders 31 (a 5 minutos del metros Jaume I o a 8 min de Arc de Triomf) 🆓 **Entrada Gratuita**, solo te pedimos que tomes una consumición mínima (4€). Por favor, recuerda que LA INSCRIPCIÓN ES OBLIGATORIA para todos los eventos, para que podamos llevar suficientes pegatinas para todos. Este evento inclusivo da la bienvenida a todos, así que ¡ven y únete a nosotros! (Los participantes menores de 18 años deben ir acompañados por un adulto.) 📸 Pediremos tu permiso antes de capturar cualquier momento en cámara. Al aceptar estar en una foto, nos permites compartirla en las redes sociales. 🗣 Un anfitrión te entregará una pegatina con tu nombre, idioma nativo y el idioma que deseas practicar. Siéntete libre de hablar en tu lengua materna si lo prefieres. ¡Hagamos del aprendizaje de idiomas un viaje lleno de alegría! 😊 Nuestros eventos se publican en varias plataformas por lo que siempre hay más asistentes que los que aparecen confirmados. **Mantente Conectado**: 📸 ¡Síguenos en [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/barcelonalanguageexchange/)! 👍 ¡Dale 'me gusta' a nuestra [página de Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/thefridaylanguageexchange), para ver todos los álbumes! 🌐 Descubre más sobre nosotros en [nuestra web](https://speakquick.es). 📱 **Conéctate en WhatsApp**: [Únete al grupo aquí](https://chat.whatsapp.com/D3UQm1CAFECGyE5RknlvXQ) Nos vemos para una tarde de risas, idiomas y amistades duraderas. **¡Ven solo, márchate con amigos!** 🌍🗣️

**Join our Spanish Conversation Meetup at Ciutadella Park!** Want to improve your Spanish in a relaxed and natural setting? This event is for you! We’ll meet at the beautiful Viena Café, where you can practice your Spanish with a diverse group of people, guided by a certified teacher. **Event Details:** 📅 **Date:** Monday 🕓 **Time:** 18h 📍 **Meeting point:** Viena Café, in passeig sant joan 26. If you can't find us I can send you the exact location by whatsapp, my number is +34 669979928. **Contribution:** We kindly ask for a **minimum contribution of €5** to help cover the event costs and keep these meetups going. Thank you for your support! What can you expect? * Spanish conversation practice in a relaxed, outdoor environment. * Diverse topics, suitable for all language levels. * Guidance from a certified teacher to help improve your fluency and confidence. **What to bring?** Just bring your enthusiasm to learn and share, something to take notes (if you’d like), and enjoy a fun day outdoors! This event is perfect for anyone looking to improve their Spanish while enjoying the park and meeting new friends. **About the teacher:** Alberto is a certified Spanish teacher with more than 11 years experience in language instruction. He has worked with well-known companies like **Booking.com, TravelPerk, and Kantox**, helping professionals improve their Spanish for business communication. In addition, he has taught at **two language schools and one business school**, where he developed engaging and practical methods for learners of all levels. With a strong background in both corporate and educational settings, he brings a well-rounded approach to teaching, ensuring that students feel confident and supported in their learning journey. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **¡Únete a nuestro Meetup de conversación en español en el Parque de la Ciutadella!** ¿Quieres mejorar tu nivel de español en un ambiente relajado y natural? ¡Este evento es para ti! Nos reuniremos en el hermoso Viena Café, donde podrás practicar tu español junto a un grupo de personas de diferentes niveles, guiados por un profesor titulado. **Detalles del evento:** 📅 **Fecha:** Lunes 🕓 **Hora:** 18h 📍 **Ubicación:** Viena Café, in passeig sant joan 26. Si no nos encuentras te puedo enviar la ubicación exacta por whatsapp, mi número es +34 669979928 **Aportación:** Para participar, pedimos una **aportación mínima de 5€** que nos ayudará a cubrir los gastos y continuar ofreciendo estos encuentros. ¡Gracias por tu apoyo! ¿Qué puedes esperar? * Práctica de conversación en español en un entorno relajado. * Temas diversos y adaptados a todos los niveles. * Orientación de un profesor titulado, que te ayudará a mejorar tu fluidez y confianza. **¿Qué necesitas?** Solo trae ganas de aprender y compartir, algo para tomar apuntes (si lo deseas), ¡y disfruta de un día al aire libre! Este es un evento ideal para todos los que buscan mejorar su español mientras disfrutan del parque y hacen nuevos amigos. **Acerca del profesor:** Alberto es profesor de español certificado con más de 11 años de experiencia en la enseñanza de idiomas. Ha trabajado con empresas reconocidas como Booking.com, TravelPerk y Kantox, ayudando a profesionales a mejorar su español para la comunicación empresarial. Además, ha enseñado en dos escuelas de idiomas y una escuela de negocios, donde desarrolló métodos atractivos y prácticos para estudiantes de todos los niveles. Con una sólida experiencia tanto en entornos corporativos como educativos, aporta un enfoque integral a la enseñanza, asegurando que los estudiantes se sientan seguros y apoyados en su camino de aprendizaje.

✨📖 **Writing Through the Year** is a monthly gathering for journal-keepers, poetry lovers, and anyone craving a gentle, reflective, creative ritual 🖊️🌿 In each session, we read a small selection of modern poems and let them guide us into reflective writing with curated journaling prompts. These gatherings are not about writing “well” or analysing poetry, but about noticing what moves us and giving ourselves space to explore it on the page. 💭📓 No writing experience is needed, just curiosity and a pen and notebook. Each edition has its own theme. Past sessions have included **Burning the Old Year** (January), **Love Letters to Friends** (February), and **Everyday Joy** (March). Together, they invite us to pause, reflect, and connect more deeply with ourselves and the world around us. **Come and spend an evening with poetry, reflection, and gentle creativity**, and discover new dimensions of your life along the way ✨

NEW MEMBERS: REMEMBER TO SEND US YOUR EMAIL TO BARCELONAWRITERS@GMAIL.COM IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY DONE SO!! You need to read the submissions! Working on a novel or short story? Get feedback from other writers, find motivation to meet your deadlines, and bemoan the difficulties of the writer's life with like-minded people. We will discuss up to two submissions of 3,000 words at this event. Submissions will be sent out a few days in advance. Please come with the pieces read. New here? Wonderful! But come to a session before you submit, to see what we're all about and how we do things. Please email submissions (3,000 words max.) to barcelonawriters@gmail.com

Yo no soy poeta (y no hace falta) Taller de poesía en taller / galería de arte Si escribes relatos, diarios o pensamientos sueltos… este taller es para ti. Durante la sesión exploraremos la poesía como una forma de mirar y de sentir. Trabajaremos con ejercicios prácticos que conectan palabra y arte: Transformar un texto narrativo en poema. Escribir a partir de imágenes y obras del espacio. Experimentar con ritmo y musicalidad sin reglas rígidas. No es un taller teórico. Es un espacio para escribir, probar y descubrir nuevas posibilidades dentro de tu propia voz. El encuentro se realiza en Drapaire Art, un taller / galería donde conviven pintura, ilustración y creación literaria. El entorno artístico forma parte de la experiencia. 📍 Calle Enric Morera 65, L’Hospitalet 🚆 FFCC Ildefons Cerdà A pocos minutos de Gran Vía 2 y Ciudad de la Justicia Conduce: Rita Gar Promueve: BCN Escribe La poesía no es un género. Es una forma de mirar. Plazas limitadas. Precio: aportación voluntaria en forma de taquilla inversa.

Делаем ПИСАНКИ на Пасху! **Українська \| Español \| Русский \| English** Робимо ПИСАНКИ до Великодня! Ласкаво просимо до нашої атмосферної великодньої майстерні! Напередодні Великодня запрошуємо вас доторкнутися до давньої традиції. Розпис писанок, крапанок, дряпанок і крашанок у давнину робили не лише на Великдень, а й як оберіг для багатьох важливих подій у житті. Тому символіка орнаментів має глибокий архаїчний зміст, про який ви дізнаєтеся під час майстер-класу, а також створите власний унікальний дизайн. Цієї суботи о 16:00 ми запрошуємо вас посидіти при свічках і медитативно розписати кілька яєць у цій багатовіковій техніці. Розпис виконується на сирих яйцях, а після завершення майстер-класу вміст яйця видувається, щоб ваш дизайн залишився з вами надовго як декоративний елемент. Усі матеріали **ВКЛЮЧЕНІ**. **25 євро з людини.** **Делаем ПИСАНКИ на Пасху!** Добро пожаловать в нашу атмосферную пасхальную мастерскую! Наконуне Пасхи приглашаем вас прикоснуться к древней традиции. Роспись писанок, крапанок, дряпонок и крашенок в древности делалась не только на пасху, но и в качестве оберега на многие важные события в жизни. Поэтому символика росписи несет в себе глубокий архаичный смысл, о котором вы узнаете во время мастер-класса и создадите свой собственный уникальный дизайн. В эту субботу в 16 часов мы приглашаем вас посидеть при свечах и медитативно расписать несколько яиц в этой многовековой технике. Роспись производится по сырым яйцам, и по окончании содержимое яйца выдувается так, чтобы дизайн остался с вами надолго в качестве декоративного элемента. Все материалы ВКЛЮЧЕНЫ. 25 евро с человека. **Let's make PYSANKY for Easter!** Welcome to our atmospheric Easter workshop! On the eve of Easter, we invite you to experience an ancient tradition. The decoration of **pysanky, krapanky, dryapanky, and krashanky** was historically done not only for Easter but also as protective symbols for important moments in life. The symbolism of these patterns carries deep, ancient meaning, which you will learn about during the workshop while creating your own unique design. This Saturday at 16:00 we invite you to sit together by candlelight and slowly, meditatively decorate several eggs using this centuries-old technique. The designs are made on **raw eggs**, and at the end of the workshop the contents of the egg will be carefully blown out so that your decorated egg can remain with you for a long time as a decorative object. **All materials are included.** **25 euros per person.** **Hagamos PYSANKY para Pascua!** ¡Bienvenidos a nuestro taller de Pascua lleno de ambiente! En la víspera de Pascua les invitamos a acercarse a una tradición antigua. La decoración de **pysanky, krapanky, dryapanky y krashanky** no se hacía antiguamente solo para la Pascua, sino también como amuletos protectores para muchos momentos importantes de la vida. La simbología de estos ornamentos tiene un profundo significado arcaico, sobre el cual aprenderán durante el taller mientras crean su propio diseño único. Este sábado a las 16:00 les invitamos a sentarse a la luz de las velas y decorar de manera tranquila y meditativa varios huevos utilizando esta técnica centenaria. La decoración se realiza sobre **huevos crudos**, y al finalizar el taller el contenido del huevo se sopla cuidadosamente para que su diseño permanezca con ustedes durante mucho tiempo como elemento decorativo. **Todos los materiales están INCLUIDOS.** **25 euros por persona.**

What’s that sound? A new kind of Creativity Lab. ***Bluff Lab*** *is free to attend, with advance RSVP requested at* ***[bluffeducation.org](bluffeducation.org).*** Bluff Lab is an interdisciplinary creative workshop blending improvisation, writing, and sound-play. The lab explores *bluffing* not as deception, but as a creative tool: pretending, testing, and moving forward with or without certainty. Through structured prompts and playful constraints, participants are invited to loosen habits, bypass overthinking, and access new ways of making and collaborating. We begin with an open workshop focused on presence, listening, and creative risk-taking in a supportive group setting. In the second half of the evening, participants can join or observe a playful, guided jam using material generated during the workshop. Participation is always optional. **What to expect** • Guided exercises using voice, text, movement, and sound • Individual and group-based prompts • A relaxed, process-driven environment with optional sharing • No prior experience required **Who it’s for** Creatives and “*non-creatives*,” students, professionals, performers, musicians, and anyone curious about creative process. Open to all levels and backgrounds. **Details** Language: English (instructor also fluent in Castellano; participants are welcome to write and share in any language they choose) Format: Open session / drop-in Entry: Please RSVP at [bluffeducation.org](bluffeducation.org) Cost: Free; optional pay-what-you-will donation Bring: Notebook, pen or pencil, curiosity **Doors & bar:** 18:30 **Workshop:** 19:00 – 20:20 **Jam:** 20:30 – 21:30 **Location:** The BCN Studio C/ d’Elkano 26, 01A Poble Sec, Barcelona

**Silent Writing - Cállate y Escribe - Sabadell** **English** 🇬🇧 Do you have a story to tell but struggle to find the time? Stop procrastinating and join us for a focused session of pure productivity. No networking, no small talk—just you and your words. \* When: on Tuedays, 19:30 – 20:30. \* Where: SandwiCheZ, Sabadell. \* The Rule: We write in total silence for 60 minutes. You can use a pen or your laptop, but please keep your phone away to avoid distractions. \* Etiquette: As we are using the café space, please be kind and order at least a tea or coffee. Come turn your "someday" into "today." See you there! **Español** 🇪🇸 ¿Tienes un proyecto entre manos pero siempre encuentras una excusa para no avanzar? Se acabó la procrastinación. "Cállate y Escribe" es un espacio diseñado para dedicarle tiempo real a la escritura, sin distracciones ni interrupciones. \* Cuándo: Martes, de 19:30 a 20:30. \* Dónde: SandwiChez - Carrer de Gràcia 1, Sabadell \* La Regla: Escribimos en silencio total durante una hora. Puedes usar papel o portátil, siempre que el móvil se quede guardado para no romper la concentración. \* Cortesía: Ya que el local nos acoge, se ruega pedir al menos un té o un café. Menos excusas, más palabras. ¡Te esperamos! **FAQ & Rules / Preguntas Frecuentes y Reglas** 1\. Can I write anything? / ¿Puedo escribir lo que quiera? \* EN: Yes! Novels, poetry, thesis, journals, or even work emails. The goal is the act of writing. \* ES: ¡Sí! Novelas, poesía, tesis, diario personal o correos de trabajo. El objetivo es el acto de escribir. 2\. What if I’m late? / ¿Qué pasa si llego tarde? \* EN: Please enter quietly and start writing immediately without greeting the group to maintain the flow. \* ES: Por favor, entra en silencio y empieza a escribir directamente sin saludar al grupo para no romper la concentración. 3\. Digital or Analog? / ¿Digital o analógico? \* EN: Both are welcome. However, if you use a laptop, please make sure your keyboard isn't excessively loud and your phone is on silent/flight mode. \* ES: Ambos son bienvenidos. Si usas portátil, asegúrate de chequear que el teclado non sea ruidoso y mantén el móvil en silencio o modo avión. 4\. Socializing / Socializar \* EN: We save the chat for after 20:30! Once the session ends, feel free to stay and talk with fellow writers. \* ES: ¡Dejamos la charla para después de las 20:30! Una vez terminada la sesión, eres libre de quedarte y charlar con otros escritores.

En Barcelona Escribe fomentamos la escritura, y realizamos encuentros literarios dos domingos al mes para realizar críticas sobre nuestros relatos escritos en casa. Escribe con total libertad desde tu perspectiva y conocimientos. Usa tu imaginación y ejercita tu creatividad ... Nos vemos el 12 de abril a las 11.30h te prometo que la pasaremos genial, y aprenderemos mucho

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!

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!

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.

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!

**We are expanding our creative programming opportunities with Queer Quills, a quiet writing and sharing space. Queer Quills features some prompts, supplies and friendly faces to help get some inspiration or feedback for your writing. Hope to see you there!**