Newsletter - July 9, 2014   
An Invitation to Write
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How would you describe your current phase of life?

In This Issue
  
Gifts, Memorials and Tributes

In memory of
Antonia Glosby

Save the Date:
Author Appreciation Day

Evening of Female Comics

Woman in Comedy
by Eileen Tull

Spotlight on: YW Facilitators

Farewell, Jenny Stanton

Writing Retreats

Saturday Salons

FREE Book Discussion Group

Upcoming Classes

Quick Links

 

Program Flyer

 

 

Make a Gift

 

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Antonia Glosby
1947-2014

It is with great sadness, that we announce the passing of long-time WWf(a)C writer and community member, Antonia Glosby.  Her wonderful spirit will truly be missed, but her voice and stories will stay with us always.  Please watch for an upcoming special edition of our e-newsletter to honor our dear writing sister, Antonia.  
Antonia at the 2012 WWf(a)C Anniversary Gala 
Save the Date
 
Author Appreciation Day
    A celebration in support of our published writers!

Saturday, September 13 
Noon - 4 pm
at WWf(a)C

Writers will read excerpts from their books on the first floor,  Speakers and Workshops take place on the second floor.

More details about this special, FREE event will be coming soon!

Farewell to Jenny!
 
A gathering was held at WWf(a)C on June 30 to wish our dear friend, Jenny Stanton, a fond farewell before her move to Pennsylvania.  Friends shared a meal and a writing circle which included prompts such as: "How would you describe your phase of life?" and "How does Jenny's move, her choices, any other woman's choices affect yours?"

Jenny is a long-time writer in our community and also served as a valued leader on the WWf(a)C Podcast Edition.  Here, she guided podcast volunteers with wisdom and grace as they learned their roles as hosts for the show. She treated hosts, interviewees and all with whom she shared a writing circle, as family.

Best of luck to you, Jenny! 
We will miss your kind presence and of course,
your words!
    
Book Discussion Group
 
Our book discussion group,
Fiction and Memoir for Writers, follows WWf(a)C processes to offer an intentional circle using both writing and conversation to broaden and deepen our understanding of each chosen  book.  This is a FREE offering. 

Upcoming Selection:

Innocence
by Karen Novak
*Author in attendance!
Sunday, August 3
3 pm - 5 pm
Salons at WWf(a)C 
Sponsored by
Women's Way of OH/KY

"At Womens Way of Ohio-Kentucky we try to bring pieces of work that you may not see otherwise. Join us for these unique events!"

Salons take place at the WWf(a)C building, unless otherwise noted.
 
 Saturday, July 12, 6:30pm  
"Precious Memories": a new musical by Si Kahn, featuring Sue Massek

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Saturday, Aug. 30, 6:30pm  
"An Evening with our Best Friends - Raison D'Etre"

Learn More 

  Kroger Rewards Program
Please Enroll!

 

Even if you have signed up in the past, all members must

re-enroll in the Kroger Rewards Program to continue supporting WWf(a)C.

 

Click HERE for simple   instructions.   

  

 

Thank you to all

 who have joined so far. Your efforts are making a

real difference!

 

 

 

 

 

 
Many Thanks 
You Truly Make the Difference!
Gifts, Memorials and Tributes 
 
It is with great appreciation that we recognize those who have made first and second quarter contributions in support of Women Writing for (a) Change and those who are honored or remembered with these gifts. Thank you!

Don't Miss the Fun 
An Evening of Female Comics 
Presented for the benefit of  
Women Writing for (a) Change
 
Tuesday, July 29,  8:00pm; doors open at 7


 
Purchase tickets at
$18.00 advance tickets, $20 at the door

Meet the Comics - Info Here
Woman in Comedy
by Eileen Tull 

Eileen Tull will once again be taking the stage for the popular upcoming event "Evening of Female Comics."  She has also participated in a recent VDay event at WWf(a)C by delivering a well-received spoken word performance.  In the attached essay, Eileen reflects on her roles as a comic and performer as well as explores how feminism is taking center stage in her own life through these experiences.

Who's Who
at Women Writing for (a) Change 

Spotlight on:  Avery Smith and Meg Stentz

Avery and Meg
This summer we welcomed back two of our Young Women's facilitators to lead the summer camps for girls and teens.  Both Avery Smith and Meg Stentz began their time at YWWf(a)C as students in the girls' classes.  In 2007, they attended the YWWf(a)C Feminist Leadership Academy where they developed skills to facilitate those same classes.  In 2013, Avery and Meg successfully co-facilitated the YWFLA program for six courageous young women leaders.

Learn More
Writing Retreats for Women
"Give yourself the gift of time"
 
Sunday, August 3 - Friday, August 8, 2014    Registration deadline extended!
Join Women Writing for (a) Change facilitators Katherine Meyer and Diane Debevec for a spacious week of writing, rest and renewal at the Transfiguration Spirituality Center in lovely Glendale, Ohio. Our week will follow a pattern of structured and free time, alone and together, with mornings for individual writing, afternoons for small groups and evenings for large group activities and readings.  

We will allow ample space for writing, walking, art-making, dreaming, resting. This is an opportunity to go deep with a project, or to start something you've been imagining anew.

Download the  Brochure or Register On-line 
 
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Wed, November 5 - Sun, November 9, 2014
WWf(a)C, Bloomington is pleased to offer a writing retreat at Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu, New Mexico!

This retreat will include writing circles as well as mindfulness-based body-centered explorations. We'll have opportunities to integrate our somatic discoveries with our writer's voice. Daily (optional) Yoga will be offered, as well small group writing practice. All physical activities are adaptable for individual fitness levels. We'll leave plenty of space for quiet contemplation, hiking, and personal writing as well. 
 
Download the Brochure or Register On-line   
 

UPCOMING CLASSES 

*Please click the class name for details and to register.  Many courses run several weeks.

         

Featured Class
Poetry Matters: A Mini Series on the Art and Craft of Poetry

Thursdays, July 24, 31 and August 7, 6:30-9pm

Poet and teacher Pauletta Hansel will lead this three-part workshop on writing and revising poetry.  Activities include creating and working with first draft material, revising poems and deepening your craft.  Both novice and experienced poets are welcome.

For women aged 15 and up.

  

Summer 2014

FREE Core Class Samplers 

 

Writing Into Wellness:  Sharing Our Stories
Writing Into Wellness:  Authentic Community
 

 Write Around the Corner:  Taft Museum (Co-Ed) 

 

Maintain Your Writer's Shape - Drop-In   

 

   

FALL 2014

 

Fall Core Classes - 8 or 15 week Semesters 

 

Creating a Healthy Lifestyle with Journaling 


Fall Soul Collage Circle - FULL - waiting list available  

 

 

 

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