Fall 2009 Writing Workshops
Workshops will start the the week of September 7th and run for 10 weeks, 2 hours per week. These free workshops are open to the populations described below. Writing journals, pens, light snacks and all materials are provided. Ask about transportation and childcare when you register.
Please note:
- Pre-registration is required, and it must be done by phone (NOT by email) - 503.796.9224.
- Workshops fill up quickly, so register early.
- If you are not able to call us during normal business hours, please leave a voicemail message and we will call you back to confirm your registration.
- Priority registration will be given to people who have not previously participated in a Write Around Portland workshop.
- The workshop list below may change. Call us for details.
- See "Events" page of our website for more information about the Prompt workshop at Powell's books and our Third Thursday writing workshops at HOTLIPS pizza
Fall workshops by agency/population:
Pettigrove Girls and Boys Aid - girls in residential living facility under Oregeon Youth Authority
Rahab’s Sisters - women receiving services through Rahab’s Sisters
Housing Authority of Portland Dahlke Manor - HAP residents
Community Partners for Affordable Housing, Inc. - Watershed Apartments residents and other seniors 55 and older who are living on a low income
Cascade AIDS Project - adults living with or affected by HIV/AIDS,
Family of Veterans and Veterans
Sexual Assault Resource Center - Women in SARC's Latina Program (workshop will be held in Spanish)
Legacy Good Samaritan Burn Center - burn, wound and trauma survivors
Clark County Juvenile Justice - youth in Juvenile Justice System,
The Jeffrey, Cascadia Housing - residents who are living on low income and who have experienced homelessness
Volunteers of America Men’s & Women’s Residential Centers - men and women in drug & alcohol treatment
Quest Center for Integrative Health - all Quest clients
Timberlake Job Corps - youth receiving job skills and GED
We also have workshops for adults who are "Returning Writers" in our program:
Seasoned Writers - participant-facilitated group for those who have completed Write On
"Write Around Portland has changed my life in so many ways. I've learned to trust people and write feelings...everyone gave me great encouragement. I was even afraid to ride the Max, and now I ride the Max alone and look forward to every day...I want to write forever."
-Leah R., Write Around Portland Participant
