Roots 2 Wings Year-Long Writers Workshop

Join us for a transformative year-long creative journey with Roots to Wings: A Year of Creative Growth. This immersive writers workshop series is designed to guide participants through the stages of growth, from embracing discomfort to flourishing and leaving a lasting legacy.

Each quarter explores a unique theme:

• The Chrysalis Stage (Jan-Mar): Transformation and growth through change.
• The Bloom (Apr-Jun): Flourishing in community and creativity.
• The Horizon (Jul-Sep): Vision and expansion into the future.
• The Legacy (Oct-Dec): Reflection and creating impact through storytelling.

Whether you’re an experienced writer or taking your first steps into creative expression, Roots to Wings offers a welcoming space for you to explore, connect, and grow. Each workshop includes thought-provoking prompts, collaborative activities, and opportunities to share your work with a supportive community of writers.

• What to Expect:
• Engaging writing prompts tailored to each theme.
• Safe and inspiring space to create and share.
• Opportunities to connect with fellow creatives.

• Who Should Attend:
  Writers, poets, and creatives of all levels looking for inspiration, community, and growth.

• When:
  Every other Saturday, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (See individual workshop dates)

• Where:
  Aub’s Lounge - Gourmet Banana Bread & Poetry, 710 George Washington Way, Suite AA-BB, Richland, Wa 99352.

• Cost: $20 per person
• How to Register: Pay Online or in-person at Aub's Lounge

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot early! Let your words take flight in this transformative year-long journey.

Info: This quarter’s theme, The Chrysalis Stage, explores the powerful intersection of discomfort, transformation, and growth through writing. Dates and Themes: January 11th – Breaking Open: The Power of Transformation. Dive into the role discomfort plays in breaking free and beginning the journey of change.


January 25th – Unfolding Wings: Writing Through Change Discover resilience and the beauty in the process of transformation.


February 8th – Roots to Reach: Nurturing Growth. Explore how discomfort can act as a foundation for growth and stability.


February 22nd – Reaching Up: Growth in Action. Embrace the upward movement of growth, taking risks, and realizing your potential.


March 8th – The Bloom: Celebrating Your Journey. Reflect on how transformation and growth lead to flourishing and self-discovery.


March 22nd – Legacy in Bloom: Writing Your Impact. Turn your journey into a story that inspires others.

Info: This second quarter of our Roots to Wings series takes us into The Bloom—a celebration of flourishing, connection, and creative expression. Let’s nurture our growth and explore how community and creativity intertwine.


✨ Dates and Themes: April 5th – Roots Revisited: Staying Grounded in Growth. Reflect on what keeps us rooted as we flourish.


April 19th – The Garden of Voices: Writing in Community. Discover the beauty of co-creating with fellow writers.


May 3rd – The Fruit of the Journey: Sharing Our Creative Harvest. Focus on storytelling techniques and sharing completed works.


May 17th – Season of Growth: Cultivating New Ideas. Expand creativity and explore innovative writing approaches.


June 7th – Flourishing Together: A Celebration of Community. A showcase event highlighting collaborative and individual works.


June 21st – Poetry as Connection: Bridging Worlds Through Words. Explore the role of poetry in creating deeper connections and empathy

Info: In the third quarter of Roots to Wings, we focus on The Horizon, envisioning new possibilities and expanding our creative perspectives. Let’s journey into the future with words that dream, connect, and inspire.


✨ Dates and Themes: July 5th – Eyes on the Horizon: Dreaming Big Through Poetry. Set your sights on the future and envision new possibilities.


July 19th – Anchoring Dreams: Writing with Purpose. Ground your dreams into actionable, meaningful stories.


August 2nd – Bridges and Boundaries: Exploring Relationships in Writing. Dive into the intersections of personal and interpersonal narratives.


August 16th – Poetry in Motion: Telling Stories Through Time. Explore narratives that weave past, present, and future.


September 6th – The Road Ahead: Writing Your Future Self. Envision and craft the future through words.


September 20th – Carrying the Light: Inspiration as Legacy. Reflect on the impact of your words and create lasting inspiration.

Info: In the final quarter of Roots to Wings, we focus on The Legacy, exploring how our words and stories create lasting impact. Reflect on the journey and prepare to close the year with purpose.


✨ Dates and Themes: October 4th – Seeds of the Past: Writing From Memory. Discover how past experiences shape your voice.


October 18th – Transforming Shadows: Writing Through Challenges. Embrace the creative potential in overcoming difficulties.


November 1st – A Season of Gratitude: Honoring the Journey. Reflect on growth and express gratitude for the creative process.


November 15th – Harvest of Words: Celebrating Your Creative Impact. A showcase event celebrating participants’ progress and transformation.


? December 6th – Legacy in Bloom: Closing the Year With Purpose. Reflect on the year and plan future creative endeavors.


December 20th – New Seeds: Setting Intentions for the Year Ahead. Plant the seeds for your next creative journey.

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