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Youngstown Writers' Guild meets this month from 10am-2pm at POP! Art Books & Culture (6949 Market St, Boardman, OH 44512). Gather in a safe, judgment-free space with other local writers. Our members provide gentle, constructive feedback during critique hour from 12pm-1pm to keep you excited about writing. Stay the whole time or drop in for a few minutes. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Children under the age of 13 should be accompanied by an adult. Can't

Writing can help us process what words often struggle to express. If you’re navigating grief, join us for Writing Through Grief, a free, supportive workshop series for adults that explores loss through poetry, reflection, and community. Each session will include group poetry readings centered on grief, peer led discussion, thought-provoking writing prompts and optional opportunities to share your work. New and experienced writers are welcome and all supplies are provided. The

Back by popular demand! Session leader Alex Abruzzi welcomes past Lit Youngstown workshop participants and new faces alike to this informal writing workshop. The group will discuss the work of other writers, share their own work and receive gentle feedback. The group will meet the first Thursday of every month from 6-7pm at the Girard Free Library (105 E Prospect St, Girard) through December of 2026. Meeting dates are: September 3, October 1, November 5, December 3. This work

Grief can be difficult to put into words, but writing can offer a gentle space to process loss, remember, reflect, and express what may be hard to say aloud. In this supportive workshop, participants will explore poetry and writing prompts designed to help them navigate grief. No previous writing experience is necessary, and there is no expectation to share anything you write. Come as you are, write at your own pace, and discover how putting words on the page can create space

This writing workshop is a safe space for individuals experiencing chronic illness to build community and express themselves through writing. No prior experience is required. This six week workshop will meet in-person Tuesday evenings at 6pm (Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27 and Nov. 3, and 10) at LOOP Arts & Culture Center (805 Mahoning Avenue). This venue is ADA accessible. This workshop is open to the public but registration ($45) is required. Details on how to complete payment will be

Gather in a safe space with other writers. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Any children under 13 should be accompanied by an adult. Socialize, share tips, experience, and events. Become part of a community that understands both the joys and the struggles of the writing life. We will meet from 10:00a.m. to 2:00pm. at POP! Art Books Culture (6949 Market St.). Critique hour will take place from 12-1pm. If you would like feedback on a short work or excerpt f

This workshop welcomes writers new to the Mahoning Valley who have built lives across cultures and languages to document and share their experience through writing. Whether participants are documenting family histories, reflecting on journeys and transitions, celebrating cultural traditions, or simply exploring creativity, the workshop provides a supportive community where every voice is respected and every story has value. The workshop will meet on Tuesday evenings at 6pm (A

This workshop will provide a supportive and creative space for individuals to explore self-expression through writing. Whether participants are seeking a new creative outlet, looking to build a regular writing practice, or simply interested in exploring their voice, this workshop offers an opportunity to build community. The group will meet in-person Thursday evenings (August 6, 13, 20, 27, Sept. 3, 10) from 6-7pm at LOOP Arts & Culture Center (805 Mahoning Avenue). This work

Registration for this workshop is now closed. This workshop is a welcoming and engaging space for older adults to explore creativity, share experiences, and connect through the written word. Through guided discussion, prompts, and optional sharing opportunities, participants can reflect on life experiences, preserve memories, explore new ideas, and develop their unique voices. Whether participants are writing about family, work, travel, community, personal milestones, or ever

Gather in a safe space with other writers. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Any children under 13 should be accompanied by an adult. Socialize, share tips, experience, and events. Become part of a community that understands both the joys and the struggles of the writing life. We will meet from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00pm. at the Boardman Library . Critique hour will take place from 11:00am - 12:00pm. If you would like feedback on a short work or excerpt from a l

This writing workshop is designed for adults experiencing grief. Sessions will include group poetry readings, peer-led discussion, thought-provoking prompts, and the opportunity to share work. All poems selected for group readings are indirectly related to grief. The group will meet in-person on Tuesday evenings at 6pm April 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26, and June 2 at the Youngstown Main Library (305 Wick Ave). This workshop is free and open to the public. Seating is limited and reg

Gather in a safe space with other writers. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Any children under 13 should be accompanied by an adult. Socialize, share tips, experience, and events. Become part of a community that understands both the joys and the struggles of the writing life. We will meet from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00pm. at POP! Art Books Culture (6949 Market St, Boardman, OH 44512) . Critique hour will take place from 11:00am - 12:00pm. If you would like feedb

𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘: The February meeting will be held at the 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆, located at 7680 Glenwood Ave, Boardman, OH 44512. Gather in a safe space with other writers. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Any children under 13 should be accompanied by an adult. Socialize, share tips, experience, and events. Become part of a community that understands both the joys and the struggles of the writing life. We will meet from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00pm. at PO

Gather in a safe space with other writers. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Any children under 13 should be...

Gather in a safe space with other writers. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Any children under 13 should be...

Gather in a safe space with other writers. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Any children under 13 should be...

Gather in a safe space with other writers. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Any children under 13 should be...

Gather in a safe space with other writers. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Any children under 13 should be...

Gather in a safe space with other writers. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Any children under 13 should be...

Gather in a safe space with other writers. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Any children under 13 should be...