Upcoming Workshops & Events
Join a Write Around Portland creative writing class! All the creative writing classes, events, and workshops listed on this page are open to the public unless otherwise noted. Our programs are designed to be supportive, encouraging, and fulfilling for writers at every level.
Whether you’re new to writing or have an extensive background in it, we welcome you and we’re sure you’ll have a great time!
Resonate: Virtual BIPOC Writing Circle
Creative Writing Class
Thursday, March 12, 4:00 – 5:30 PM PST
Hosted on Zoom
Facilitated by Briseida Pagador
FREE
Led by a Write Around Portland facilitator of color, Resonate consists of writing, sharing, and giving strengths-based feedback to each other. No preparation or experience in writing is required! Resonate is a great way to unlock your creativity, build or maintain a writing practice, and get some writing done! Learn more here.
Please note that this program is an affinity space exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. However, all writers are invited to join us at Freewrite or Prompt!
Resonate BIPOC Writing Circle: In-Person at Hillsboro Brookwood Library
Creative Writing Class
Thursday, March 19, 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Facilitated by Tyler McCray
FREE
Led by a Write Around Portland facilitator of color, Resonate consists of writing, sharing, and giving strengths-based feedback to each other. No preparation or experience in writing is required! Resonate is a great way to unlock your creativity, build or maintain a writing practice, and get some writing done! Learn more here.
Please note that this program is an affinity space exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. However, all writers are invited to join us at Freewrite or Prompt!
Resonate: Virtual BIPOC Writing Circle
Creative Writing Class
Thursday, March 26, 4:00 – 5:30 PM PST
Hosted on Zoom
Facilitated by Juliana Posada
FREE
Led by a Write Around Portland facilitator of color, Resonate consists of writing, sharing, and giving strengths-based feedback to each other. No preparation or experience in writing is required! Resonate is a great way to unlock your creativity, build or maintain a writing practice, and get some writing done! Learn more here.
Please note that this program is an affinity space exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. However, all writers are invited to join us at Freewrite or Prompt!
Prompt at Powell’s City of Books
8 Session Creative Writing Class
Wednesdays, April 8 – May 27, 6:00 – 8:00 PM PST
In-person
Facilitated by TBD
$295
Prompt is an 8-week writing group full of freewriting, listening, and strengths-based feedback, hosted behind-the-scenes at Powell’s City of Books! With accountability and community built in – as well as a huge selection of books for inspiration – you’ll be sure to come away with tons of new ideas.
Resonate: Virtual BIPOC Writing Circle
Creative Writing Class
Thursday, April 9, 4:00 – 5:30 PM PST
Hosted on Zoom
FREE
Led by a Write Around Portland facilitator of color, Resonate consists of writing, sharing, and giving strengths-based feedback to each other. No preparation or experience in writing is required! Resonate is a great way to unlock your creativity, build or maintain a writing practice, and get some writing done! Learn more here.
Please note that this program is an affinity space exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. However, all writers are invited to join us at Freewrite or Prompt!
Resonate BIPOC Writing Circle: In-Person at Beaverton City Library
Creative Writing Class
Thursday, April 16, 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Facilitated by TBA
FREE
Led by a Write Around Portland facilitator of color, Resonate consists of writing, sharing, and giving strengths-based feedback to each other. No preparation or experience in writing is required! Resonate is a great way to unlock your creativity, build or maintain a writing practice, and get some writing done! Learn more here.
Please note that this program is an affinity space exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. However, all writers are invited to join us at Freewrite or Prompt!
National Poetry Month! Freewrite: In-Person Writing Circle
Creative Writing
Wednesday, April 22, 6:00 – 8:00 PM PST
Hosted by Dovetail Cellars
Facilitated by TBA
Sliding Scale Ticketing
Create and share poetry in this all-levels writing circle during National Poetry Month!
Enjoy guided prompts and strengths-based feedback in the relaxed atmosphere of Dovetail Cellars.
Charcuterie, wine, and nonalcoholic drinks will be available for purchase! View menu here.
Interested in other workshops? Learn more about Freewrite or Prompt!
Resonate: Virtual BIPOC Writing Circle
Creative Writing Class
Thursday, April 23, 4:00 – 5:30 PM PST
Hosted on Zoom
Facilitated by Juliana Posada
FREE
Led by a Write Around Portland facilitator of color, Resonate consists of writing, sharing, and giving strengths-based feedback to each other. No preparation or experience in writing is required! Resonate is a great way to unlock your creativity, build or maintain a writing practice, and get some writing done! Learn more here.
Please note that this program is an affinity space exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. However, all writers are invited to join us at Freewrite or Prompt!
Resonate BIPOC Writing Circle: In-Person at Clackamas – Gladstone Library
Creative Writing Class
Thursday, April 30, 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Facilitated by TBA
FREE
Led by a Write Around Portland facilitator of color, Resonate consists of writing, sharing, and giving strengths-based feedback to each other. No preparation or experience in writing is required! Resonate is a great way to unlock your creativity, build or maintain a writing practice, and get some writing done! Learn more here.
Please note that this program is an affinity space exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. However, all writers are invited to join us at Freewrite or Prompt!
Resonate BIPOC Writing Circle: In-Person at Clackamas – Gladstone Library
Creative Writing Class
Thursday, May 7, 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Facilitated by TBA
FREE
Led by a Write Around Portland facilitator of color, Resonate consists of writing, sharing, and giving strengths-based feedback to each other. No preparation or experience in writing is required! Resonate is a great way to unlock your creativity, build or maintain a writing practice, and get some writing done! Learn more here.
Please note that this program is an affinity space exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. However, all writers are invited to join us at Freewrite or Prompt!
Resonate: Virtual BIPOC Writing Circle
Creative Writing Class
Thursday, May 14, 4:00 – 5:30 PM PST
Hosted on Zoom
Facilitated by Briseida Pagador
FREE
Led by a Write Around Portland facilitator of color, Resonate consists of writing, sharing, and giving strengths-based feedback to each other. No preparation or experience in writing is required! Resonate is a great way to unlock your creativity, build or maintain a writing practice, and get some writing done! Learn more here.
Please note that this program is an affinity space exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. However, all writers are invited to join us at Freewrite or Prompt!
Collage and Freewrite: In-Person Writing and Crafting Circle
Crafts and Creative Writing
Saturday, May 16, 1:00 – 3:00 PM PST
Hosted by BOLD Coffee and Books
Facilitated by Kirk Read
Sliding Scale Ticketing
Create small collages from a collection of provided images, paper, and assorted media! Start each collage process with a moment of generative writing to get you thinking about the colors, textures, and scenes you’ll be handling for your artwork. Flex your skills in sensation and imagery by trying something tactile and new!
This 2 hour session is balanced in both art and (literary) craft. Enter a creative flow (and stay in it!) as each activity you do seamlessly leads to the next.
All supplies and materials are provided
Interested in other workshops? Learn more about Freewrite or Prompt!
Resonate BIPOC Writing Circle Celebration! In-Person at Albina Library
Thursday, May 21, 3:00 – 6:00 PM
FREE
This event is all about celebrating YOU! Enjoy some snacks and light writing activities as you meet with new and returning BIPOC Resonate writers and facilitators. Drop in for a few minutes or stay for the three hours. Whether you’ve attended 20 Resonate groups or none, everyone is welcome!
Please note that this program is an affinity space exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. However, all writers are invited to join us at Freewrite or Prompt!
Tributaries Writing Retreat
Creative Writing Retreat
Thursday, May 28 – Sunday, May 31
Hosted at Menucha Retreat and Conference Center in the Columbia River Gorge
Fees are inclusive of 3 nights of lodging, 8 meals, and instruction
Facilitated by Chris McDonald
Led by our Executive Director Chris McDonald, this transformative experience taps into the healing energy of the Menucha Retreat setting, allowing participants to explore personal growth through writing in community. No writing experience is required – only a desire to put pen to paper, allowing the words to tell a story, describe the beauty of your surroundings, or process your thoughts.
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