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Padraig O Tuama Event Nov 2
Pádraig Ó Tuama (Nov 2)!

SOLD OUT! As we approach a pivotal election, join us for an engaging Lit!Series conversation with renowned Irish poet, author, and host of the acclaimed On Being podcast Poetry Unbound, Pádraig Ó Tuama.

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Lit!Commons—Reach Your Writing Goals

The Loft's innovative new subscription platform provides modular weekly exercises and activities, live sessions with teaching artists, and a community of peers to support you along the way. 

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2025 Year-Long Writing Projects

The Year-Long Writing Projects for 2025 are coming | Registration opens Nov 13 & 14      

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The Loft hosts numerous events throughout the year. Take a look at our upcoming offerings and plan your next visit.

Upcoming Loft Events
Nov
2
2024
A Lit!Series Conversation on Democracy with Pádraig Ó Tuama

Join us for a timely Lit!Series conversation with renowned poet and theologian Pádraig Ó Tuama, moderated by Arleta Little, as they explore the intersection of language, power, and democracy in today’s world. Through poetry and insightful reflection, this conversation will delve into how words can inspire hope, justice, and a more compassionate future.
Nov
21
2024
A Reading featuring the 2023 McKnight Fellows in Creative Prose
Join us in celebrating the 2023 McKnight fellows' in creative prose publications, including Naomi Cohn, Hilal Isler, Gen Del Raye, and Kao Kalia Yang!
Jan
6
2025
2024 Year-Long Creative Nonfiction Writing Project Final Reading (Winter Online Cohort)

Please join us to celebrate the conclusion of the 2024 Year-Long Creative Nonfiction Writing Project. Participants from the Year-Long 2024 Creative Nonfiction Writing Project with Sun Yung Shin will read from their completed manuscripts at this culminating event.
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Lit!Commons subscriber Luke Nolby takes over Allison's column for a special exploration of the relentless momentum and powerful movement in “Our Castle” by Christine Chen.
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Oct. 26
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