Pathway: Gather & Socialize
Gather & Socialize Offerings
Writing and reading don't have to be solitary—this pathway centers connection, conversation, and community. Join fellow writers and readers for casual meetups, celebrations, and shared creative energy.
Diversifying Writers Mixer and Open Mic | August 26
Join us as we celebrate our writing community! During this social/writing hour, we encourage current and prospective friends of the Loft to come write with us for the first hour and half at Open Book, expand your network, and join us for the Diversifying Writers Open Mic Reading afterwards.
Friend Fête (September 2026) | Sep 16
Come together as one big friend group at our end of summer gathering for Friends of the Loft! Meet fellow wordsmiths and bibliophiles, enjoy some refreshments, and participate in the open mic at this free donor social.
NEW! The Loft Writing Network
Find connections, build your network—The Loft's new Writing Network has lots of space and resources to help writers connect.
Gather & Socialize Classes
Gather & Socialize
Online
6 Week
Date
Sep 23, 2026 - Oct 28, 2026
Time
Wednesday, 1 p.m. - Wednesday, 3 p.m.
Price
$222.00
$199.80 (Friend)
Gather & Socialize
In-Person
8 Week
Date
Oct 1, 2026 - Nov 19, 2026
Time
Thursday, 6 p.m. - Thursday, 8 p.m.
Price
$296.00
$266.40 (Friend)
Gather & Socialize
In-Person
8 Week
Date
Oct 6, 2026 - Dec 1, 2026
Time
Tuesday, 12 p.m. - Tuesday, 2 p.m.
Price
$296.00
$266.40 (Friend)
Gather & Socialize
Online
Single Session
Gather & Socialize
Online
8 Week
Date
Oct 21, 2026 - Dec 16, 2026
Time
Wednesday, 6 p.m. - Wednesday, 8 p.m.
Price
$296.00
$266.40 (Friend)
Gather & Socialize
Online
Single Session
