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Free Writers Programs This Summer

Free Writers Programs This Summer

Writers in the Grove and the Forest Grove City Library are co-sponsoring free programs for writers this summer at the library.

Open Mic sessions invite writers, ages 8-88+, to read their poetry, short story, or essay on Wednesdays, 6-8pm, June 30, July 28, and August 25 in the library meeting room. Time limit for each reader is 5 minutes. Open Mic programs are family friendly and the public is welcome to come and hear the readings. Light refreshments served at intermission.

Writing workshops will be held Saturdays, 10:30 am- 12 Noon July 17 and August 21. Workshops focus on writing from prompts, critiquing, and editing for submission.

All programs will be held at the Forest Grove City Library 2114 Pacific Ave. Forest Grove, OR. Contact Shannon Romtvedt for questions by phone (503) 992-3337 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .