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SUMMARY:Happy Hour Draft Exchange
DESCRIPTION:The Fireside Ink Draft Exchange has moved to a new location! Check www.firesideinkwriters.org for more information. \nOur once-a-month draft exchange is for writers of all genres who are interested in taking their drafts to the next level and joining a community of writers in the spirit of support and accountability. Less rigorous than a workshop\, these exchanges offer the opportunity to share a short piece of writing in real time and receive immediate feedback\, as well as guidance on the multitude of paths to publication. Whether you have specific questions or just need a little encouragement\, join us for this relaxed gathering facilitated by seasoned writers\, Brenda Kahn and/or Loie Rawding. First Thursday of every month\, 5:00-7:00pm. Suggested donation: $20. Limit of 8 Registrants Per Session.
URL:https://staging.thedairy.org/event/happy-hour-draft-exchange/2025-09-04/
LOCATION:CO
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SUMMARY:Memoir Writing with Brenda Kahn: 6 Weeks
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS \nTransform your personal experiences into stories with universal appeal. Through engaging discussions\, writing exercises\, readings and sharing our written work\, we’ll explore the art of writing memoir. Discussions include: truth-telling\, memory\, first-person narration\, and the balance between showing and telling. Sessions are designed to uncover the deeper meaning in your story while fostering a supportive and encouraging community of writers. \nClass is limited to 8 participants and welcomes writers at any stage of their journey. \nInstructor: Brenda Kahn\nBrenda Kahn is a Boulder-based artist\, celebrated for her poignant\, lyric-driven music that blends personal narratives with broader social commentaries. She gained acclaim in the ’90s with her punk-folk music\, leading to a deal with Columbia Records and praise for her album “Epiphany in Brooklyn.” She toured with musical greats Bob Dylan and Jeff Buckley and authored “Ode to Chores\,” a humorous take on motherhood in verse. Her 2024 single “Alright OK” is available on YouTube and Spotify. Kahn’s memoir\, set to explore the transformative power of music and writing against the backdrop of the East Village music scene in the ’90s\, is forthcoming.
URL:https://staging.thedairy.org/event/memoir-writing-with-brenda-kahn-6-weeks/2025-07-07/
LOCATION:The Vandeveer Workshop (Rm. 220)\, Walnut Street\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writing Workshops
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SUMMARY:Lunch Break Drop-In Writing Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Join Fireside Ink Writers Workshop at The Dairy Arts Center for a lunchtime writing session where we will generate new work with the support and accountability of other emerging writers. Sessions will be facilitated by Fireside founders\, Brenda Kahn and Loie Rawding. This weekly meet-up is open to all genres and experience levels. Free!
URL:https://staging.thedairy.org/event/drop-in-writing-sessions/2025-06-25/
LOCATION:Dairy Arts Center\, Walnut Street\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writing Workshops
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SUMMARY:Poetry as Inspiration Workshop: Transforming Words into Visual Art
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS \nWords give rise to worlds… \nJoin us for an immersive and exploratory workshop that bridges the power of poetry and visual expression. In this special event with artist Veronica Love\, we will explore how poetry\, prose\, haikus\, sonnets\, or verses can serve as a springboard for your creative journey. \nThrough deep listening and sensing\, we will tap into the transformative potential of words\, allowing them to ignite your imagination and fuel new artistic possibilities. We’ll investigate how the rhythm and cadence of poetic lines can influence your brushstrokes and how the tone and quality of language can guide your color palette choices—whether it’s the warmth of a deep red\, the coolness of a blue\, or the vibrancy of a hue. \nYou’ll experiment with how your mark-making\, textures\, and edges can be directly shaped by the poetic language that resonates with you. Whether drawn to the elegance of a sonnet or the raw simplicity of a haiku\, we will explore ways to express that language visually\, deepening your connection to your own artistic expression. \nIn this workshop\, you will: \n– Use poetry as a creative springboard to ignite your artistic process \n– Experiment with translating poetic language into visual form \n– Deepen your connection to self-expression through the synergy and interplay between words and visual art \nWhat to Bring: \n– Poems: 2-3 of your favorite poems \n– Medium: Your medium of choice (Acrylic\, watercolor\, colored pencils\, pastels\, charcoal) \n– Canvas/Paper: Bring at least two different sizes (5×7\, 8×10\, 9×12\, or 11×14) \n– Tools: A range of brushes and tools \nWhat’s Provided: \n– Acrylic paint\, colored pencils\, assorted art materials \n– Brushes\, sponges\, and painting tools \n– Painting paper \nAbout Veronica Love: \nVeronica Love is a Boulder-based artist originally from Argentina. With over 20 years of experience in oil painting\, mixed media\, and clay\, Veronica has showcased her work at notable venues like The Longmont Firehouse\, The Arvada Center\, Core Art Space\, and The Dairy Center. Most recently\, she was honored with the Artistic Achievement Award at the Louisville Art Association National Fine Art Show. In addition to her artistic pursuits\, Veronica is also the CEO of the Newfield Network\, a coaching organization dedicated to the art of “human bettering.”
URL:https://staging.thedairy.org/event/poetry-as-inspiration-workshop-transforming-words-into-visual-art/
LOCATION:The Vandeveer Workshop (Rm. 220)\, Walnut Street\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Ekphrastic Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:CANCELED \nMcMahon Gallery at the Dairy Arts Center\nCocktails available at the Polk Café \nJoin us for an evening of ekphrastic writing – a creative experience where art sparks the written word. Whether you’re a poet\, fiction writer\, memoirist\, or simply curious\, all genres are welcome. You’ll spend time exploring the current gallery exhibition\, choosing a piece that speaks to you\, and using it as the jumping-off point for your own writing. \nEkphrastic writing is the practice of responding to visual art through language – interpreting\, imagining\, and engaging in a creative dialogue across mediums. Prompts and light guidance will be provided\, along with time to write\, share (if you’d like)\, and connect with fellow writers in a relaxed and inspiring setting. \nCocktails and refreshments will be available at the Polk Café throughout the evening. \nNo experience necessary. Bring a notebook\, your favorite pen\, and a spirit of curiosity.
URL:https://staging.thedairy.org/event/ekphrastic-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:Dairy Arts Center\, Walnut Street\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writing Workshops
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SUMMARY:How To Submit Your Writing: Agents\, Contests\, Magazines and More
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS \nJoin Loie Rawding of Fireside Ink Writers Workshop as she explores the vast and often confusing world of submission. Whether querying an agent\, submitting to a contest\, or applying for a writing residency\, this two-hour workshop will provide tips and tricks to get the results you’re looking for. We will discuss the current trends of the publishing industry\, look at examples of successful queries\, and workshop our own submission materials for immediate and helpful feedback. All genres welcome\, sharing is completely voluntary. \nInstructor: Loie Rawding\nLoie Rawding is the author of the hybrid novel\, Tight Little Vocal Cords (KERNPUNKT)\, a Finalist for the Big Other Book Awards and one of Lambda Literary’s Most Anticipated Books of 2020. She is an editor\, creative mentor\, and teaching artist with The Porch Writers Collective among other arts organizations. Loie grew up on an island off the coast of Maine. She studied theater in Boston and worked in publishing in New York\, before earning an MFA at the University of Colorado. After seven years in Nashville\, TN\, Loie recently returned to Boulder with her family and is currently at work on her third novel. Say hello at: www.loierawding.com
URL:https://staging.thedairy.org/event/how-to-submit-your-writing-agents-contests-magazines-and-more/
LOCATION:The Vandeveer Workshop (Rm. 220)\, Walnut Street\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
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SUMMARY:Memoir Writing with Brenda Kahn: 6 Weeks
DESCRIPTION:  \n Register\nTransform your personal experiences into stories with universal appeal. Through engaging discussions\, writing exercises\, readings and sharing our written work\, we’ll explore the art of writing memoir. Discussions include: truth-telling\, memory\, first-person narration\, and the balance between showing and telling. Sessions are designed to uncover the deeper meaning in your story while fostering a supportive and encouraging community of writers. \nClass is limited to 8 participants and welcomes writers at any stage of their journey. \nInstructor: Brenda Kahn\nBrenda Kahn is a Boulder-based artist\, celebrated for her poignant\, lyric-driven music that blends personal narratives with broader social commentaries. She gained acclaim in the ’90s with her punk-folk music\, leading to a deal with Columbia Records and praise for her album “Epiphany in Brooklyn.” She’s toured with musical greats Bob Dylan and Jeff Buckley and authored “Ode to Chores\,” a humorous take on motherhood in verse. Her 2024 single “Alright OK” is available on YouTube and Spotify. Kahn’s memoir\, set to explore the transformative power of music and writing against the backdrop of the East Village music scene in the ’90s\, is forthcoming. \nWednesdays 10AM – 12PM\nDates: Apr 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 & May 7 \n 
URL:https://staging.thedairy.org/event/memoir-april/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:Dairy Arts Center\, Walnut Street\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Ed,Workshops,Writing Workshops
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SUMMARY:Revision Workshop with Loie Rawding
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS\nTake your writing to the next level in this four-week workshop dedicated to the art of revision. Led by Loie Rawding\, this class offers tools and strategies to refine and polish your work. Through peer feedback and targeted exercises\, you’ll learn to identify your strengths\, fix structural issues\, and bring your stories closer to publication. Perfect for writers with a finished draft ready to take a deeper dive into their craft. \nInstructor: Loie Rawding\nLoie Rawding is the author of the hybrid novel\, Tight Little Vocal Cords (KERNPUNKT)\, a Finalist for the Big Other Book Awards and one of Lambda Literary’s Most Anticipated Books of 2020. She is an editor\, creative mentor\, and teaching artist with The Porch Writers Collective among other arts organizations. Loie grew up on an island off the coast of Maine. She studied theater in Boston and worked in publishing in New York\, before earning an MFA at the University of Colorado. After seven years in Nashville\, TN\, Loie recently returned to Boulder with her family and is currently at work on her third novel. Say hello at: www.loierawding.com
URL:https://staging.thedairy.org/event/revision-workshop-with-loie-rawding/2025-04-26/
LOCATION:Dairy Arts Center\, Walnut Street\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Writing Workshops
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