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DURHAM, NC · SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2026 · LIBRARY

Page & Pen Writing Workshop

Grab your notebook and a pen, and let's write!

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An artist's still-life corner with sketches and brushes, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — North Meeting Room - Full Room, North Regional Library (221 Milton Rd)

About the event

Grab your notebook and a pen, and let's write! The Page & Pen Writing Workshop meets roughly every six weeks and is open to anyone who wants to improve their creative writing skills. Session formats vary and may include writing exercises, discussion about technique and process, sharing ideas for organizing work sessions and workspaces, or exploration of any challenges you may be facing in the struggle to write.

Topic for this session: Library Resources for Writers

Join us for a grand on-screen tour of library resources that can help you with your writing. Books -- yes, of course we have many of those. But also available are e-books and audiobooks on the craft of writing, as well as online instructor-led courses in beginning writing, advanced writing, screenwriting, and genres: romance, mystery, fantasy, young adult, and more. If time permits, we'll take a look at some helpful local and regional websites for writers. Prepare yourself for a Writers' Resource Smorgasbord.

This program is open to anyone at any time: drop in once, attend every session, or show up every once in a while -- no long-term commitment is required. Space is often limited, so please register in advance.

Contact Bob with any questions: rskesler@dconc.gov

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