Memoir Writing Workshop: Monthly Memoirs
Sorry to report that Monthly Memoirs classes are all full!
Do you have a heart full of stories?
This class is for folks who want to escape the grind, nourish their creative souls, and write some of their amazing life stories. We’ll use short writing exercises, inspiring examples of autobiographical work, supportive feedback, and lots of sharing to shake away our blocks, find our writing voices, and record our lives. And of course we’ll laugh, support each other, and eat delicious snacks all the way along.
Here’s how it works:
This class has two main tools: “Inspiration Packs” that are mailed to your door every month, and monthly in-person meetings. Inspiration packs are real-life envelopes full of guidance to help you write one life story. Each pack has a 20-ish page booklet with a theme to write about, a smattering of ideas about how to start, and a writing tip that you can take or leave. You’ll have four weeks to scribble your heart out then bring your work in to our monthly gathering to share it with other’s for warm and supportive feedback.
This class is ideal for people who:
~ Want to write about their lives but aren’t sure where to begin.
~ Want to integrate writing more deeply into their lives. (Unlike in “Keep Your Pen Moving”, most of your writing for this class happens at home.)
~ Love the idea of a monthly creative date with themselves.
~ Are too busy to commit to a weekly class.
~ Are motivated by the idea of sharing their writing in a small, supportive group.
~ Loved this class before and are excited about the new inspiration packs we’ve been making.
You can expect to walk away with:
~ At least seven finished stories about your life, with more pieces started.
~ Writing tools and practices to carry you forward.
~ Writing tricks and warmups you can use anytime.
~ Countless ideas about where your writing might go next.
~ A clear sense of the story you want to write and the voice you want to write it in.
~ Creative momentum.
This class won’t be a perfect fit for people who:
~ Don’t want to share their writing with others.
~ Have already sketched out a manuscript and want to remain very focused on that one project.
~ Think their writing needs a harshly critical environment in order to thrive.
Details:
Option #1: This Class is Full!
Eight Tuesday evenings, 7-9:45pm
The fourth Tuesday of every month
September 22 – April 26
6 participants
This workshop will be taught by the wonderful Danette Relic at Firefly’s west end outpost in The Junction.
Option #2: This Class is Full!
Eight Tuesday evenings, 7-9:45pm
The third Tuesday of every month
September 15 – April 19
6 participants
This workshop will be taught by the amazing Britt Smith at Firefly Headquarters, a short walk from Pape and Danforth.
Option #3: This Class is Full!
Eight Tuesday evenings, 7-9:45pm
The Third Tuesday of every month except the first class on Sept 29th
September 29 – April 19
6 participants
This workshop will be taught by the wonderful Danette Relic at Firefly’s west end outpost in The Junction.
Moulah:
The total fee for the in-house class is $395, plus a $40 mail and materials fee. When you sign up you’ll be asked for a $150 deposit to confirm your spot. The balance will be due one week before class starts. You’ll also have the option of breaking your balance into four monthly credit card payments. There’s no extra fee for this service; we just like being able to offer it. To see our financial policies, click here.
Registration:
Sorry to report that our Monthly Memoirs classes are all full. Please click here to get on the wait list or sign up for an early bird nudge when this class is offered next.
Questions?
Click here to read the Q & A about Toronto classes. If you’re still unsure, drop the lovely Bree a line and she’ll very happily answer all your questions.
More class options?
Take a peek at our other our Online Writing Classes or our Coaching Services.
What people are saying:
 | I happened upon an ad for Firefly Creative Writing just as I was thinking about trying to find a writing course. What timing! The space Chris created was welcoming, warm, encouraging and fun! When I began I was self conscious about sharing my work, especially writing that was very personal, but the environment Chris created was one that allowed me to take more risks and to feel confident as I found my voice. Thank you! ~ Stephanie Moeser Social Worker, Mom |
 | After taking Monthly Memoirs, I had the courage to finally tackle a task I had long held in my heart - writing a memoir about a difficult time in my life. I left each class feeling optimistic, excited and encouraged about my writing. It was a gift to feel safe enough to take some risks and grow as a writer with the caring support of Chris and the community of women around the writing table. ~ Evelyn Steinberg Writer, Editor, Career Coach, Retired Principal |
 | Writing was such an important part of my identity, but somehow it got lost in the fray of life. As the years passed, I started to notice that I didn’t just give up a potential career – I gave up my best coping mechanism. When I realized that I wanted to bring it back into my life, I got in touch with Firefly. I took the Memoirs class and over time, with great advice and inspiration, I started to write, and then I started to understand. Writing came back into my life as a tool for healing, and knowing. I'm so, so glad it's back. ~ Emmanuelle Pantin Co-Director, Community Story Strategies |