Other Literary Happenings Around Hampton Roads

Muse After Hours Every Wednesday

Join us every Wednesday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Boot (123 W. 21st St., Ghent, Norfolk) for an informal get-together where Muse teachers, students, and friends enjoy conversation and drinks. It's also the Boot's Virginia Beer night, featuring more than 30 Virginia bottled and draft beers for only$3 each. Come and join us!

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WHAT: A POETRY Workshop, entitled "Delivering the Passion." that focuses on the delivery of your poetry/spoken word and is open to everyone who loves poetry and wants to become more adept at its delivery in public.

When: Every Wednesday night from July 14 to August 6, from 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Where: The Venue, 631 35th Street, Norfolk, VA

Who: Workshop conducted by Jerry Sheeley and his wife Tonie.

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James River Writers--JRW serves aspiring and professional writers and passionate readers in all genres through a variety of programs, services, and events, often presented in partnership with other area cultural organizations. JRW offers an annual writers' conference every October.

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MUSE Spotlight: Young Writers Workshop --Saturdays 1-3:30 p.m., a 4 week session beginning June 26

Only 6 seats remain. Visit www.the-muse.org/workshops.html or call 818-9880 to register.

Kids, have fun with your words--out loud and on paper. Bring your imaginary friends to life. Or invent a few! Make yourself laugh with words, words and more words. We'll read stories from across America and around the world. Local poets will share their work selected especially for our workshop. Learn to express yourself in writing in a guided, friendly and supportive environment. Instructor: Tracie Liguid. Open to: writers ages 8-11, of all levels of experience.

Spotlight: Poetry Workshop for Teen Writers --Saturdays 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., a 4 week session beginning July 10

Only 6 seats remain. Visit www.the-muse.org/workshops.html or call 818-9880 to register.

This course will help you write, read, and appreciate poetry, no matter your previous experience. Through in- and out-of-class creative writing exercises, readings, and discussions, we will work toward finding the poetry in our lives and cultivating our craft. We will explore the mechanics, the mystery, and the pleasures of poetry in an inspiring and supportive workshop environment. Instructor: Patti Hinson. Open to: rising 9th-12th graders of all levels and experience.

More Creative Writing Classes --Please see our website: www.the-muse.org/workshops.html for full descriptions, meeting dates, and registration information.

Standup Comedy -- Saturdays, 4-6:30 p.m., an 8 week session beginning June 2. Instructor: Ken Phillips. Open to: all. Seats remaining: 4 (of 12).