Pathway: Discover & Explore
Discover & Explore Offerings
Perfect for beginners or the creatively curious, this pathway offers a welcoming space to build confidence, uncover new interests, and connect with other curious readers and writers.
Summer Samplers
Not sure which class to take this summer? Try out a sampler. Meet the teaching artist, fellow students, and dive into a quick lesson and see if you want to explore more deeply.
The Loft's New Writing Network
Get to know the Loft better, find connections with other writers, and even sign up for peer feedback and peer accountability sessions.
Loft Connect Live | Aug 19
Celebrate some of the Loft's most vibrant new voices. Join us to discover fresh perspectives, hear compelling live excerpts, and connect in conversation. We'll be joined by New York Times health columnist Alexandra Sifferlin, MPR's Emily Bright, and award-winning writers Anika Fajardo and Ty Chapman.
Discover & Explore Classes
Discover & Explore
In-Person
4 Week
Date
Jun 18, 2026 - Jul 16, 2026
Time
Thursday, 6 p.m. - Thursday, 8 p.m.
Price
$148.00
$133.20 (Friend)
Discover & Explore
Online
Single Session
Discover & Explore
Online
Single Session
Discover & Explore
Online
6 Week
Date
Jul 8, 2026 - Aug 12, 2026
Time
Wednesday, 6 p.m. - Wednesday, 8:30 p.m.
Price
$277.50
$249.75 (Friend)
Discover & Explore
In-Person
4 Week
Date
Jul 15, 2026 - Aug 5, 2026
Time
Wednesday, 6 p.m. - Wednesday, 8 p.m.
Price
$148.00
$133.20 (Friend)
Discover & Explore
Online
Double Session
Date
Jul 18, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026
Time
Saturday, 9 a.m. - Saturday, 12 p.m.
Price
$111.00
$99.90 (Friend)
Discover & Explore
Online
Single Session
Discover & Explore
In-Person
Single Session
Discover & Explore
Online
Double Session
Date
Aug 8, 2026 - Aug 15, 2026
Time
Saturday, 10 a.m. - Saturday, 12 p.m.
Price
$74.00
$66.60 (Friend)
