1000 Words Asheville Write-In w/Jami Attenberg
An in-person 1000 Words write in led by NYT bestselling author Jami Attenberg, combining focused drafting time with group motivation. Writers gather at Flatiron Writers Room for accountability, craft inspiration, and community connection.
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Quiet, focused group writing time alongside other local writers in a coffee shop, with your own project in hand and caffeine on deck. Brief social mingling before and after keeps it communal without becoming a critique circle.
Quiet, focused group writing time alongside other local writers in a coffee shop, with your own project in hand and caffeine on deck. Brief social mingling before and after keeps it communal without becoming a critique circle.
Quiet, timer-based coworking for writers with quick introductions, then focused, no-sharing writing sprints. Settle in with a drink and writing tools for an afternoon of productivity and meeting local writers of any experience level.
Quiet, timer-based coworking for writers with quick introductions, then focused, no-sharing writing sprints. Settle in with a drink and writing tools for an afternoon of productivity and meeting local writers of any experience level.
Quiet, timer-based coworking for writers with quick introductions, then focused, no-sharing writing sprints. Settle in with a drink and writing tools for an afternoon of productivity and meeting local writers of any experience level.
Quick intros at 6:00 kick off a timed 60 minute heads down writing sprint in a downtown cafe setting. Bring novels, poems, essays, or any project for focused accountability and quiet community co working.
Quick intros at 6:00 kick off a timed 60 minute heads down writing sprint in a downtown cafe setting. Bring novels, poems, essays, or any project for focused accountability and quiet community co working.
Quick intros at 6:00 kick off a timed 60 minute heads down writing sprint in a downtown cafe setting. Bring novels, poems, essays, or any project for focused accountability and quiet community co working.
Weekly writers’ critique circle with group discussion and constructive feedback on new work. Bring 8–10 printed copies to share for read-throughs, revision ideas, and creative inspiration in a relaxed pub setting.
Weekly writers’ critique circle with group discussion and constructive feedback on new work. Bring 8–10 printed copies to share for read-throughs, revision ideas, and creative inspiration in a relaxed pub setting.
Weekly writers’ critique circle with group discussion and constructive feedback on new work. Bring 8–10 printed copies to share for read-throughs, revision ideas, and creative inspiration in a relaxed pub setting.
Prompt-driven morning creative writing sessions for poets and prose writers held on the second Sunday each month at Story Parlor; expect short timed exercises, quiet drafting time, and optional sharing in a cozy parlor setting.
Prompt-driven morning creative writing sessions for poets and prose writers held on the second Sunday each month at Story Parlor; expect short timed exercises, quiet drafting time, and optional sharing in a cozy parlor setting.
Prompt-driven morning creative writing sessions for poets and prose writers held on the second Sunday each month at Story Parlor; expect short timed exercises, quiet drafting time, and optional sharing in a cozy parlor setting.
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Monthly evening salon digs into creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and prompts, with a chance to share works in progress. September’s “Feeding the Muse” session blends narrative arts, peer feedback, and creative momentum in an intimate parlor setting.
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Rapid-fire PechaKucha talks from Asheville locals—20 slides at 20 seconds each—deliver a tight mix of design, culture, and personal storytelling. Post-show hanging out continues in a bar setting with strong nonalcoholic options and a food truck.
Rapid-fire PechaKucha talks from Asheville locals—20 slides at 20 seconds each—deliver a tight mix of design, culture, and personal storytelling. Post-show hanging out continues in a bar setting with strong nonalcoholic options and a food truck.
Evidence-based expressive writing practice centered on therapeutic journaling for stress relief and improved health outcomes. A quiet morning ritual format with guided prompts and peer-style support at a wellness center.
Evidence-based expressive writing practice centered on therapeutic journaling for stress relief and improved health outcomes. A quiet morning ritual format with guided prompts and peer-style support at a wellness center.
Evidence-based expressive writing practice centered on therapeutic journaling for stress relief and improved health outcomes. A quiet morning ritual format with guided prompts and peer-style support at a wellness center.
Monthly narrative-arts salon exploring creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and exercises around creative constraint. Participants can share works in progress for supportive feedback in an intimate workshop setting.
Monthly narrative-arts salon exploring creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and exercises around creative constraint. Participants can share works in progress for supportive feedback in an intimate workshop setting.
Monthly narrative-arts salon exploring creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and exercises around creative constraint. Participants can share works in progress for supportive feedback in an intimate workshop setting.
Interactive author meet and greet with Tracey Greene Washington centered on her #1 international bestselling book The ReSET. Expect conversation, audience Q and A, and personalized book signing in an intimate creative space on Haywood Road.
Interactive author meet and greet with Tracey Greene Washington centered on her #1 international bestselling book The ReSET. Expect conversation, audience Q and A, and personalized book signing in an intimate creative space on Haywood Road.
Interactive author meet and greet with Tracey Greene Washington centered on her #1 international bestselling book The ReSET. Expect conversation, audience Q and A, and personalized book signing in an intimate creative space on Haywood Road.
Late-night spoken-word and poetry readings in a dimly lit barroom, where poets and storytellers share short fiction, essays, and microfiction during a relaxed open-mic for community audiences.
Late-night spoken-word and poetry readings in a dimly lit barroom, where poets and storytellers share short fiction, essays, and microfiction during a relaxed open-mic for community audiences.
Late-night spoken-word and poetry readings in a dimly lit barroom, where poets and storytellers share short fiction, essays, and microfiction during a relaxed open-mic for community audiences.
True five-minute personal stories compete in a lively StorySLAM centered on "AMERICAN DREAMS," where participants sign up to share daring aspirations, failures, and reinventions while the audience cheers and judges decide.
True five-minute personal stories compete in a lively StorySLAM centered on "AMERICAN DREAMS," where participants sign up to share daring aspirations, failures, and reinventions while the audience cheers and judges decide.
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A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources more effectively. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons who want insider tips and discovery.
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Five-minute true personal stories under the "I Got It From My Mama" theme, exploring inherited habits, recipes, and generational quirks—humorous and raw—delivered in an intimate storytelling slam with audience signups.
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A four day creative reset for women centered on slowing down and reconnecting through hands on art making in a supportive retreat environment. Expect restorative pacing, reflection, and guided creativity inside a downtown craft arts space.
A four day creative reset for women centered on slowing down and reconnecting through hands on art making in a supportive retreat environment. Expect restorative pacing, reflection, and guided creativity inside a downtown craft arts space.
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A welcoming, courage-building open stage for original poetry, stand-up bits, and songs, with room for brand-new ideas and first-timers. Come to perform or listen in a supportive community atmosphere.
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Interactive SoulCollage card reading circle with guided methods to consult your handmade deck for inner wisdom. Bring your journal and cards for intuitive pulls, reflection prompts, and supportive group sharing.
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Casual Japanese conversation practice with timed Japanese only segments and live translation so beginners can keep up. Native speakers and learners mingle for introductions, speaking drills, and supportive language exchange in a grocery cafe setting.
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