Writers in the Mountains Announces its Winter/Spring/Summer 2007 Program of Classes
Writers in the Mountains has announced its upcoming schedule of classes. They encompass a range from journaling to journalism. To find out more about WIM or to register for classes go to the website writersinthemountains.org or call 607 326 7908. Pre registration for all classes is strongly advised.
Due to the popularity of this workshop and special requests for a Saturday class, facilitator , Ev Ellsworth has agreed to run two workshops. Journaling with Ev Ellsworth. Tuesday, January 9 - February 13, 2007 at Fairview Library, Margaretville, 10:00 a.m. - noon. Six sessions $60.00.
Journaling with Ev Ellsworth, Saturday, January 13 - February 17, 2007 at the Roxbury Arts Group, in Roxbury, N.Y. 10;00 a.m. - Noon. Six sessions $60.00.
Participants agree to write several pages weekly, read selections aloud in class, listen to the work of other class members, and join in discussion of the work and the craft of writing. Those who attend the journal writing workshop may expect to be in a safe, supportive environment to explore the value of their writing. Ellsworth taught English in New Jersey for many years.. She has taught writing classes at the Phoenix House in South Kortright , as well as several writing classes for Writers in the Mountains.
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| Ann Epner who will lead a class in Fact into Fiction. Photo by Jill Ribich of Catskill Images. |
Fact Into Fiction with Ann Epner, Tuesday, April 3 - May 8, 2007 at the Roxbury Arts Group, from 6 - 8 p.m. Six sessions $65. This workshop is designed to assist the writer in creating a strong fictional voice while incorporating real people, places or events into their fiction. This workshop is for writers of all experience.
Ann Epner is a founding member of WIM. She has taught creative writing classes and facilitated critical thinking workshops in several contexts including vocational training programs with refugees and women on public assistance, adult basic literacy classes and as a teacher of English as a second language in Italy and Turkey. Her published wok has been featured in a monthly column for the New York Business Women's Newspaper as well as area magazines. Ann currently works for the Roxbury Arts Group as a Community Arts Funding Coordinator.
Writing Feature Articles with Maggie Inge. Thursday, May 10 - June 14, 2007 at the Roxbury Arts Group, 6 - 8 p.m.. Six Sessions $75. This class takes participants through the rigors of writing a news feature for publication. Beginning with the principles of writing news (the W's and H) the class will explore the nature of features and what it takes to get them published in local newspapers and magazines. Each week participants will write a story and have it critiqued by their peers.
Maggie Inge, best known locally for her column, "At Your Service" which has run in the Catskill Mountain News for ten years. In addition to her column, she writes other features for the paper. Her journalism credits extend over 35 years and include articles in numerous national magazines and newspapers. She began her journalism career on the staff of 60 Minutes, where Mike Wallace described her as being "the only person i ever met who can get the full story without ever asking a question."
Critics Corner with Barbara Apoian. Thursday, June 21 - July 26, 2007 at the ERPF Gallery, Arkville, New York. 6 - 8 p.m. Six sessions $65. Participants will be revising, critiquing and editing previously written pieces, or they may also revise and expand earlier pieces of work. Barbara Apoian has been recognized for her ability to critque workshop members' writing in a scrupulous and helpful manner. She can supply the necessary inspiration for each workshop member to carry out his/her aims as a writers. Barbara has worked as a professional travel writer in both London and New York. She has been a member of WIM for nine years and recently co - editied "Out of Our Minds" a published regional writing by WIM participants.
Playwriting and poetry classes are to be scheduled in the Spring -- dates to be announced.
For those who are interested, WIM sponsors The Writers' Circle , an ongoing and informal gathering which meets every second and fourth Tuesday of each month at the Catskill Center, Rt. 28 Arkville, NY at 6:00 p.m. The purpose of this workshop is to give suggestions to both new and experienced writers who seek editorial advice and opinions from other writers. Writers are both critiqued and encouraged by their fellow writers. There is no instructor present. For information please call 845 586 - 2363.