Memoir and Personal Essay at the Dairy Art Center
Join us for a 6-week Memoir and Personal Essay writing workshop at the Dairy Arts Center. Learn how to transform your personal experiences into narratives with universal themes. Using interactive discussions, writing exercises, and assigned readings, we will explore the nuances of truth and memory, techniques for developing a compelling first-person narrator, the balance between showing and telling, and strategies for uncovering the deeper significance within your own life experiences. All group discussions promote the goal of building a community of writers offering support, feedback, and encouragement in a safe space for sharing your work. Sessions will be customized to meet the specific needs and interests of the group.
Open to all adults anywhere in their writing journey. Class is limited to 12 participants
Instructor: Brenda Kahn
Brenda Kahn is a Boulder-based artist, celebrated for her poignant, lyric-driven music that blends personal narratives with broader social commentaries. She gained acclaim in the ’90s with her punk-folk music, leading to a deal with Columbia Records and praise for her album “Epiphany in Brooklyn.” She’s toured with musical greats Bob Dylan and Jeff Buckley and authored “Ode to Chores,” a humorous take on motherhood in verse. Her 2024 single “Alright OK” is available on YouTube and Spotify. Kahn’s memoir, set to explore the transformative power of music and writing against the backdrop of the East Village music scene in the ’90s, is forthcoming.
Teen Creative Writing Workshop
Are you a teen who loves writing? Join our 6-week creative writing workshop for teens aged 14-17. We will explore various writing styles, make new friends, and enjoy free snacks! No strict rules, no grades, just fun, community, and self-expression.
This workshop is ideal for teenagers who:
-want to express themselves without rules
-love to try new things
-want to connect with new friends with similar interests
-are interested in exploring their own lives as writing material
-work well in small groups
-and love to make stuff up!
Limited to 10 participants. $225 (Scholarships available.) Sign up now!
Instructor: Brenda Kahn
Brenda Kahn is a Boulder-based musician, writer, songwriter, and teacher. She gained acclaim in the ’90s with her punk-folk music, touring with musical greats Bob Dylan and Jeff Buckley. Her 2024 single “Alright OK” is available on YouTube and Spotify. Kahn’s memoir, set to explore the transformative power of music and writing against the backdrop of the East Village music scene in the ’90s, is forthcoming. She discovered her love of teaching writing to teens as a high school English and writing teacher at Fusion Academy in White Plains, NY.
The MOM Life Writing Workshop
Based on the Ode to Chores book of poems about being a mom, MOM Life Writing Workshop is a six-week exploration for writerly moms.
Are you wondering if there is more to life than cleaning up after little ones, wrangling pets and picking up socks? Look no further! The MOM Life Writing Workshop is a 6-week exploration designed to help you reclaim your inner artist, build community, and envision your creative path forward.
This workshop is for moms of all stages looking to find their story and reconnect to their power in an open, safe community of creative women through the limitless potential of the written word. We will explore strategies for creating space to write, writing as self-care, and tapping into your muse. All writing levels (no experience necessary).
The Movie of My Life
A 2-hour poetry workshop.
A deep dive into the power of poetry!
· Connect with a creative community
· Read and discuss work by women poets
· Explore poetry writing techniques
· Uncover your personal story
· Find out why the smallest detail has the biggest impact
Showing up for yourself is at the heart of living an authentic life. Mom-life makes this especially challenging because our kids need us – all the time. In this workshop, take some time to reconnect to your inner Sappho, and leave with words that reflect your personal story. All writing levels (no experience necessary).
Writing Workshops for Kids and Teens
Through workshops and school collaborations, I design programs that hold the space for young creatives to find their unique voice through word games, peer review, open mics, and publication. Create a story with a treasure hunt...craft a poem from photographs...story grab bag...metaphor wars....To find out more, or to book Miss Bren to light up your classroom with creativity, email: brenda(AT)brendakahn.com (or contact me HERE)
PAST EVENTS
Wednesday nighT Writing workshop
At Turn the Page, Emmaus, PA
Ongoing writing workshop for middle grade kids (ages 9-12). Kids work on original writing using word games to inspire their personal stories. At the end of class we share our work and talk about our writing. This is not a technical writing class, but we do pick one topic of grammar or technique to use in our writing each week. The focus is on storytelling and creativity. First class is always free. Class runs in six-week sessions. Contact Here for more info.
Middle School Writing Workshop
At Turn the Page, Emmaus, PA
Every Wednesday join us for a writing workshop for middle-grade kids (ages 9-12). Kids work on original writing using word games to inspire their personal stories. At the end of class, we share our work and talk about our writing. This is not a technical writing class, but we do pick one topic of grammar or technique to use in our writing each week. The focus is on storytelling and creativity. The first class is always free. Class runs in six-week sessions.