The Howl Season 9 is heading to the Waterhole in Saranac Lake. The theme is “Go Your Own Way” — stories of roads less taken, independence, dancing to your own tune, or just plan old getting lost. Think you’ve got a story to share? Sign up on the night and take the stage for five minutes of storytelling glory. … Continue reading Howl Story Slam at the Waterhole
A Workshop for All Creative Practices with Zoë Ruiz This process-oriented workshop focuses on two common creative blocks and offers practical solutions to overcome them, inspired by mindfulness, intersectional thought, and psychology. Through gentle guidance and collaborative exploration, participants will discover personalized strategies to reignite their creative practice. The workshop will include dedicated time for … Continue reading How to Start Writing Again
Poetry on Broadway returns to ACW for a night of electrifying spoken word. We're thrilled to present Mahogany L. Browne, the latest recipient of the Theodore H. Holmes ’51 and Bernice Holmes National Poetry Prize; Noah Arhm Choi, the author of CUT TO BLOOM; and Jive Poetic, co-founder of the Brooklyn Poetry Slam. Come hear … Continue reading Poetry On Broadway
The Howl Season 9 is heading to Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs! The theme is “Go Your Own Way” — stories of roads less taken, independence, dancing to your own tune, or just plain old getting lost. Think you’ve got a story to share? Sign up on the night and take the stage for five minutes of storytelling glory. … Continue reading Howl Story Slam at Caffe Lena
The Howl Season 9 is heading to Raquette River Brewing in Tupper Lake! The theme is “Go Your Own Way” — stories of roads less taken, independence, dancing to your own tune, or just plan old getting lost. Think you’ve got a story to share? Sign up on the night and take the stage for five minutes of storytelling … Continue reading Howl at Raquette River Brewing
Join us at ACW for an open mic featuring Betsy Lynch. Betsy will read from her debut book of poems, Ground Effect After Spin Recovery. "If you think that you have to be a pilot to read and understand Ground Effect After Spin Recovery: Poems by Betsy Lynch, you would be missing her luminous vision … Continue reading Open Mic featuring poet Betsy Lynch
Join us at Hex & Hop Brewing in Bloomingdale for an opportunity for queer readers and writers to read, write, and connect! Participate on your own level. When people arrive, they'll get to choose from three different stickers:GREEN: I'm here mostly to chat with other readers and writers but might spend some time reading or … Continue reading Queer Lit Night
Got mysteries in your family history? In Storylines and Bloodlines, author Suzanne Samuels shows how to turn unanswered questions and missing pieces into fiction. This generative, hands-on workshop invites participants to draw on memory, imagination, and research to bring family lore to life. Through guided prompts and short writing exercises, you’ll explore how stories evolve … Continue reading Storylines & Bloodlines Workshop
Join us at Hex & Hop Brewing in Bloomingdale for an opportunity for queer readers and writers to read, write, and connect! Slumber Party Edition! Come in comfy clothes or pjs, bring blankets, and get cozy! Participate on your own level. When people arrive, they’ll get to choose from three different stickers:GREEN: I’m here mostly … Continue reading Queer Lit Night
Young white men in rural areas are coming of age at the intersection of three major forces: a rapidly warming planet and changing social, economic and political landscapes that unsettle traditional models of masculinity. Join us for a lively conversation with three experts as they draw from ongoing comparative social science and artistic research projects … Continue reading Are The Boys OK? Growing Up White, Rural and Male in a Changing World
Advance ticket sales have ended! Get your tickets at the door. Get ready for the biggest storytelling showdown of the year! We are so excited to announce the Season 9 … Continue reading The Season 9 Howl Grand Slam
**CLASS FULL** Join ACW for an 8-week creative writing workshop for adults ages 55+, led by Elaine Handley. Legacy writing encompasses what we wish for our loved ones to know about us and how we have navigated our lives. Legacy writing preserves our values, stories, opinions, history, and experiences through a creative lens. Students in … Continue reading 8-week Online Legacy Writing Workshop
