Women Writing for (a) Change - Cincinnati - April 2022 Newsletter |
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Women Writing for (a) Change
Celebrates National Poetry Month
with Two Free, In-Person Events
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A Night of Interactive Performance
April 23rd, 6:30-9:00 pm
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This special evening features both solo and group performances by local poets and performers Desirae "The Silent Poet" Hosley, Camille Jones and Lauren White, in addition to the invitation for community co-creation with the audience.
Free, In-Person -- Registration Required
Covid-19 Protocol for this event:
No proof of vaccination required. Masks optional.
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"I Have a Confession" with
Guest Artist Ajanae Dawkins
April 23rd, 11:00 am-1:00 pm
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Join Duncanson Artist-in-Residence, Ajanae Dawkins for a workshop which explores authenticity in writing. Participants learn how writing can act as a distorted mirror and how their work might have the capacity to hold them accountable to be more radically honest. Open to Ages 15+.
Free, In-Person -- Registration Required
Covid-19 Protocol for this workshop:
Proof of vaccination required. Masks optional.
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Programs made possible in part by a grant from the Harris Family Fund
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Tell Us Your Story!
Week-Long, In-Person Camps
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Write, create, and share in a safe, comfortable space, while building your skills in creative self-expression this summer.
Be a Good Relative
Following the Moon & Stars
Creating Joy Under These Conditions
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Monday through Friday | 10am-4pm
Open to Young Women, Non-Binary, and Trans Youth of All Genders
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What's Different This Summer?
More Flexibility!
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We've staggered start dates of the classes, offered an In-Person Thursday morning class, and added a Thursday evening class -- all to provide the most flexible options to our community of writers.
We've also got Free Virtual Samplers:
and a Free In-Person Sampler:
Spend some time with us this summer!
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Writing Tour Inspired by Cincinnati Art Museum Exhibits |
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Participants will engage in a docent-led tour of two current exhibits: David Driskell: Icons of Nature and History and Working Together: The Photographers of the Kamoinge Workshop, followed by a writing circle for all to reflect on their experience with the art. Facilitator Annette Januzzi Wick will guide participants through intentional writing, listening, and sharing. New and experienced writers are welcome.
Saturday, April 30th, 1-3:30pm (arrive by 12:45pm)
Sliding Scale Tuition $35 or $15 (includes admission to both exhibits)
Open to All Genders 16+
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Healing, Support and Insights |
The current state of our world with the Covid pandemic, racial injustice, natural disasters, war, and division has brought with it grief at a personal and collective level. The intuitive process of SoulCollage® can offer healing, support and insights through times of distress, transition, and sadness. Come find what IS and envision a way forward.
In-Person Class | 10am - 2pm
("Bring Your Own Lunch" break)
Facilitated by Pam Temple
$55 | Supplies will be provided
Open to All Genders 16+
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An Enduring Gift
Your legacy can support what you love, long into the future. Share what matters deeply: this community of writers who encourage and support the inner voice, in circles that inspire and transform.
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"Women Writing for (a) Change has been a foundational part of my life and the friendships that have evolved continue to feed and bless me.
"I trust this organization to use resources responsibly and with the utmost of care. I give as often as I can and have Women Writing for (a) Change named in my will."
~Barbra Druffel
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Deepest gratitude to Barbra and to each of you who remember Women Writing for (a) Change in your will, trust, or beneficiary designation. You make a difference into the future! |
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Image Attributions: Reignite the Fire: Camille Jones photo design by Flyshotent; Summer Camps: 8926 via Pixabay; Summer Term Core: David Travis via Unsplash; Cincinnati Art Museum: David Driskell Art:
David C. Driskell (American, 1931–2020), Ghetto Wall #2, 1970, oil, acrylic, and collage on linen, Portland Museum of Art, Maine; Museum purchase with support from the Friends of the Collection, including Anonymous (2), Charlton and Eleanor Ames, Eileen Gillespie and Timothy Fahey, Cyrus Hagge, Patricia Hille Dodd Hagge, Alison and Horace Hildreth, Douglas and Sharyn Howell, Harry W. Konkel, Judy and Leonard Lauder, Marian Hoyt Morgan and Christopher Hawley Corbett, Anne and Vince Oliviero, D. Suzi Osher, Christina F. Petra, Karen and Stuart Watson, Michael and Nina Zilkha, and with support from the Freddie and Regina Homburger Endowment for Acquisitions, and the Emily Eaton Moore and Family Fund for the Collection, 2019.16, © Estate of David C. Driskell, Photograph by Luc Demers; Kamoinge Workshop Photo:
Ming Smith (American), America seen through Stars and Stripes, New York City, New York, printed ca. 1976, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Adolph D. and Wilkins C. Williams Fund, 2016.241 © Ming Smith; SoulCollage®: Vera Gorbunuva via Unsplash
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Upcoming Classes
The delivery method for Summer programming will vary. Please check our website for information regarding virtual and in-person programming.
Confessional Poetry Workshop
REIGNITE THE FIRE Event
Week-Long In-Person
June 2, 8, 18, 21
begin June & July
April 30
May 14
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Support WWf(a)C
When You Shop
Thanks to all who support WWf(a)C through
the rewards programs at Kroger, Remke and Amazon Smile. If you are not already registered to support, please click the links above and help out when you shop. We appreciate it!
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Women Writing for (a) Change®
womenwriting.org
513-272-1171
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