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Writing Workshops at SLCC's Community Writing Center


Salt Lake Community College will host the following workshops at the SLCC Library Square Center's Community Writing Center, 231 East 400 South, Salt Lake City:


Race Perspectives Workshop
2-part workshop
November 4 and 11, 6-8 p.m.
As part of the Utah Race Perspectives Project, writers explore micro-stories, poems, and essays about race, ethnicity, and cultural identity. Writers can submit their work to the Race Perspectives website. Cost: Free. Registration is required.

NaNoWriMo: Write a Novel in a Month
4-part workshop
November 7, 14, 21 and 28, 1-3 p.m.
November is National Novel Writing Month! Join us for this fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants approach to novel writing. We’ll explore techniques for writing 50,000 words in 30 days and attempt to end the month with a finished product. Don’t worry about mistakes; that’s part of the process. Coaching sessions will also be available during the week. Cost: $60. Registration is required.

Small Writing Treasures for the Holidays
1-part workshop
December 9, 6-8 p.m.
Are you looking for a small yet meaningful gift for a friend, loved one or family member? Make it personal—get creative for this years’ holiday where we will start with pieces of paper to create a nice gift for that special someone. Join us at the CWC where we will create a fun keepsake with memorable writing for you to share! Cost: $15. All materials will be provided. Registration is required.

For more information visit http://www.slcc.edu/cwc/index.aspx, call 801-957-2192 or email cwc@slcc.edu.

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