Sep
12
If you’re interested in writing and have reached that golden age, this is the group for you! Participants can expect cross-genre writing prompts; feedback for family stories, memoir, poetry, and […]
Sep
13
In flash fiction, the whole is a part and the part is a whole. The form forces the writer to question each word and move a story forward by hints […]
Sep
15
This workshop class is designed to motivate and inspire writers of kids’ books by exploring plot and craft techniques through discussion, peer-sharing, and writing exercises. Come with a work-in-progress–or at […]
Sep
16
These three Japanese poetic forms are perfect for contemporary poets of all levels of experience, offering varying degrees of structure and freedom. In three weekly sessions, we’ll learn the histories […]
Sep
17
This seven-week series is designed for writers of all levels who want to study the craft of creative nonfiction writing. Class members will write original, true stories, which we will […]
Sep
17
GRADES 4–5: In this class students will improve their reading skills by practicing reading together in a fun setting. Students are encouraged to explore the Arnow Reading Room on the […]
Sep
18
Spanish Level 2 builds upon the foundation established in Spanish Level 1. This course aims to reinforce and refine all grammatical structures to facilitate accurate communication in Spanish. Furthermore, new […]
Sep
18
** The print newsletter has incorrect dates for this class. This class will now meet on Thursdays. ** Come join fellow screenwriters and film fans from around the state and […]
Sep
20
Good dialogue brings characters to life and reveals their motives, advances the plot and increases the tension in the story, conveys information and gives a sense of the setting, and […]
Sep
23
In this course we will review and discuss several different gaming systems and how to run them effectively for different groups of players both at home games and online. Examples […]
Sep
25
Do you dream of seeing your words brought to life on a stage? In this welcoming Zoom workshop, playwrights of all experience levels will connect with other writers and master […]
Sep
25
In this workshop, participants will consider the powerful poetic device of lineation in some of its various forms – specifically line length, enjambment, and end stops. By reviewing and discussing […]
Sep
26
This writing experience offers attendees the opportunity to engage in a creative and communicative loop without judgment. We write from a variety of prompts designed to release the inner censor […]
Sep
28
August 31 & September 28 book: Un verdor terrible by Benjamin Labatut November 2 book: Elena sabe by Claudia Piñeiro November 23 book: Aura by Carlos Fuentes Join us for a […]
Sep
29
The Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative continues the popular Black & Lit Book Club celebrating Black Kentucky writers’ recent books. This book group is open to KBWC members and anyone who […]
Oct
1
Through instruction, examples, and in-class writing, this class will help writers build the foundation they need to write their novel. From pre-writing to plotting to character arcs, students will learn […]
Oct
2
Students will learn basic Spanish grammar, vocabulary, common expressions, greetings, and survival phrases, and discuss some cultural aspects of Spanish-speaking countries. Open to beginners and students who would like to […]
Oct
6
Students will learn to develop, outline, and learn professional formatting of screenwriting. During the course, students will learn why and how screenwriting form came into being, as they develop their […]
Oct
6
This Spanish Level 1 course is designed to introduce students to a new language, covering grammatical concepts, situational and functional vocabulary, expressions, phrases, and pronunciation. At the end of the […]
Oct
8
Continue learning how to speak conversational Italian and appreciate Italian culture. In this course, you’ll build on the fundamentals of the language through exercises, poems, songs, and practice. This class […]
Oct
8
Spanish Level 2 builds upon the foundation established in Spanish Level 1. This course aims to reinforce and refine all grammatical structures to facilitate accurate communication in Spanish. Furthermore, new […]
Oct
9
Join Jeremy Paden, author of how to recognize god’s chosen, for an exploration of poetry as spiritual practice. Both song and prayer are, perhaps, our earliest forms of poetry, and […]
Oct
14
This generative writing class focuses on writing several forms of poetry that encourage interaction with other poems and poets, such as centos, golden shovels, contrapuntals, and other forms that require […]
Oct
15
This is a beginner’s class for anyone with little or no prior knowledge of German who is looking to build a strong foundation within the German language. We will focus […]
Oct
15
Spanish 3 is an intermediate-level course designed for students wishing to build upon the fundamentals acquired in Carmen Butera’s Spanish Levels 1 and 2, or elsewhere. Students are expected to […]
Oct
18
Two bestselling authors tackle myths and misconceptions about publishing. What does BookTok and social media get wrong about publishing? (Lots.) Are there any shortcuts? (A few.) Do I need an […]
Oct
18
The purpose of this circle is to offer a safer space (because there is no truly safe space) for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) womxn to write and […]
Oct
21
Writing a novel has been compared to months of pregnancy, running a marathon, climbing a mountain, or even going to war. And it can feel like all those things in […]
Oct
21
GRADES 2–3: In this interactive class, we aim to promote a love for learning through enjoyable and engaging hands-on activities. Reading enrichment will expand and deepen a student’s reading experience […]
Oct
22
GRADES 4–7: OWL class makes creative writing fun for kids. Using “neon words,” and images based on all the five senses, young minds will come alive. Your kids will write […]
Oct
23
GRADES 6–9: Join us for an adventure in learning! This class uses the fantasy role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons to show kids how fun critical thinking, teamwork, and math can […]
Oct
28
Material for poems is everywhere – including in personal and historical archives. In this workshop, we’ll discuss how other voices — drawn from testimonies, transcripts, letters and other “found” materials […]
Nov
1
When it comes to book publicity, outlets like “The Today Show” and NPR sound impressive, but an article in the Lexington Herald-Leader might be better. That’s because the best PR […]
Nov
1
Saturday, November 1, 10:30 AM–1:00 PM Sunday, November 2, 1:00 PM–3:30 PM Saturday, November 8, 10:30 AM–12:00 PM Saturday, November 15, 10:30 AM–12:00 PM Saturday, November 22, 10:30 AM–12:00 PM […]
Nov
4
Getting started as a freelance writer is more than watching a few YouTube videos and hooking up your laptop. In this class, you’ll learn how to pitch stories, how to […]
Nov
6
Ready to transform your ideas into a complete full-length play? In this welcoming Zoom workshop, playwrights of all experience levels will connect with other writers and master the fundamentals of […]
Nov
8
One of Kentucky’s finest poets, author of the award-winning collection Last Will, Last Testament will share with us his way of harnessing the energies of grief, trauma and pain to […]
Nov
11
Learn writing techniques, hone your craft, and get words on the page for your work-in-progress by joining this lively discussion group focusing on a writing craft book. Classes include discussion […]
Nov
12
This class builds on Italian Levels 1 and 2 with Andrea Branchini. Andrea Branchini has lived and worked in five countries and has a philosophy degree from the University of […]
Nov
17
Whether you aspire to be a blogger, op-ed writer or the author of a “big thinker” book that spurs social change, the key lies in getting your reader to see […]
Nov
18
Take a creative pause from the chaos of life and reconnect with yourself through art journaling, memory keeping, and mindful self-expression. In this playful and healing class, express yourself through […]
Nov
19
This will be an interactive course building on the skills taught in Jazz Cole’s German Level 1. It will expose students to how German is actually spoken with cultural insights […]
Nov
22
Thinking about self-publishing your book and don’t know where to start? This class will help you determine whether self-publishing is the right route for you, what is the best route […]
Dec
6
This session provides everything you need to launch your Substack publication. We’ll breakdown the platform’s many features, share strategies to sustain your publication, and start drafting your first post. The […]
Dec
13
Legendary filmmaker Billy Wilder said, “If you have a problem in the third act, the real problem is in the first act.” This class offers best practices for crafting a […]
Dec
31
Writing a grant (or learning where to find one) can be daunting, but it doesn’t need to be. Learn the basics about grant research, how to write a grant, what […]
Apr
30
This class is offered as a pre-recorded webinar. The link to the video and accompanying materials will be automatically emailed to you after registering. This class includes a slide deck. […]
Jun
10
This is a recording of a live class held on April 5, 2025. The link to the video and accompanying materials will be automatically emailed to you after registering. This class […]
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