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

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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Fall Youth Classes

Calling all young writers for the Loft's fall youth program with classes taking place online and at Open Book, across all genres from October – November 2024.

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Year Long Writing Project Info Sessions 2025
2025 Year-Long Writing Project Info Session

The Year-Long Writing Projects for 2025 are coming | Join us for our second info session on October 22. Registration will open in November.      

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Loft classes are offered online and in-person. All classes are designed to help you reach your goals. Explore our upcoming offerings and find your next chance to learn, connect, and grow.

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Upcoming Loft Events

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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
Oct
16
2024
McKnight Fellowship Application Tutorial and Info Session

Join us for a free online session on how to apply for a McKnight Fellowship for Writers. Program manager of awards, Marion Gómez will give an overview, present and answer some Frequently Asked Questions, and then take questions from the audience. Audience members should be ready to type their questions in the chat section. The session will be recorded and posted online. You must preregister for this event.
Oct
22
2024
The 2025 Novel Writing, Creative Nonfiction, and Memoir Writing Project Information Session 2

If you're curious about the Loft's Year-Long Writing Project in Novel Writing with Peter Geye, Creative Nonfiction with Sun Yung Shin, Memoir with Carolyn Holbrook, or Poetry Apprenticeship with Danez Smith, and which is right for you, come to this informal information session to find out more!

Oct
23
2024
Mentor Series Application Tutorial and Information Session

Join us for a free online session on how to apply for the Mentor Series Fellowship. Program Manager of Awards, Marion Gomez will give an overview, present and answer some Frequently Asked Questions, and then take questions from the audience. Audience members should be ready to type their questions in the chat. The session will be recorded and posted online. You must preregister for this event.
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