Shut Up & Write!® - Downtown
Timed 60-minute heads-down writing sprints with brief introductions, where writers tackle novels, poems, song lyrics, résumés, or reports in a quiet coffeehouse while a facilitator runs a strict timer.
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Sixty-minute timed writing sprints in a low-key coffeehouse atmosphere, with quick intros and communal accountability for novels, poems, lyrics, resumes, and work reports; arrive early to claim a seat and focus.
Sixty-minute timed writing sprints in a low-key coffeehouse atmosphere, with quick intros and communal accountability for novels, poems, lyrics, resumes, and work reports; arrive early to claim a seat and focus.
Sixty-minute timed writing sprints in a low-key coffeehouse atmosphere, with quick intros and communal accountability for novels, poems, lyrics, resumes, and work reports; arrive early to claim a seat and focus.
Timer-driven, quiet writing sprints in a cozy South Asheville café, punctuated by brief introductions for accountability and local writer networking; all experience levels welcome to bring projects, grab a drink, and write together.
Timer-driven, quiet writing sprints in a cozy South Asheville café, punctuated by brief introductions for accountability and local writer networking; all experience levels welcome to bring projects, grab a drink, and write together.
Timer-driven, quiet writing sprints in a cozy South Asheville café, punctuated by brief introductions for accountability and local writer networking; all experience levels welcome to bring projects, grab a drink, and write together.
Focused evening writing sprints in a cozy coffeeshop, with short social check-ins before and after; bring your current project and a coffee for quiet, nonjudgmental accountability alongside local writers.
Focused evening writing sprints in a cozy coffeeshop, with short social check-ins before and after; bring your current project and a coffee for quiet, nonjudgmental accountability alongside local writers.
Focused evening writing sprints in a cozy coffeeshop, with short social check-ins before and after; bring your current project and a coffee for quiet, nonjudgmental accountability alongside local writers.
Mostly-silent independent writing session with optional light conversation; headphones encouraged and brief introductions at the start to set goals, welcoming writers of all experience levels seeking a focused cafe workspace.
Mostly-silent independent writing session with optional light conversation; headphones encouraged and brief introductions at the start to set goals, welcoming writers of all experience levels seeking a focused cafe workspace.
Mostly-silent independent writing session with optional light conversation; headphones encouraged and brief introductions at the start to set goals, welcoming writers of all experience levels seeking a focused cafe workspace.
Low key afternoon at a cozy coffeehouse for makers, writers, and knitters where attendees sip coffee, work on projects, swap tips, and enjoy quiet conversation hosted by Asheville Introverts.
Low key afternoon at a cozy coffeehouse for makers, writers, and knitters where attendees sip coffee, work on projects, swap tips, and enjoy quiet conversation hosted by Asheville Introverts.
Low key afternoon at a cozy coffeehouse for makers, writers, and knitters where attendees sip coffee, work on projects, swap tips, and enjoy quiet conversation hosted by Asheville Introverts.
Quiet guided meditation and journaling exercises coax out lyric ideas and the 'shy inner voice' for song-focused creativity, with listening practices and writing prompts in a small studio forum for artists.
Quiet guided meditation and journaling exercises coax out lyric ideas and the 'shy inner voice' for song-focused creativity, with listening practices and writing prompts in a small studio forum for artists.
Quiet guided meditation and journaling exercises coax out lyric ideas and the 'shy inner voice' for song-focused creativity, with listening practices and writing prompts in a small studio forum for artists.
Welcoming open stage for poets, comedians, musicians, and first-time performers to try original poetry, jokes, and songs in an intimate, community focused night that prizes creativity, courage, and attentive audience listening.
Welcoming open stage for poets, comedians, musicians, and first-time performers to try original poetry, jokes, and songs in an intimate, community focused night that prizes creativity, courage, and attentive audience listening.
Welcoming open stage for poets, comedians, musicians, and first-time performers to try original poetry, jokes, and songs in an intimate, community focused night that prizes creativity, courage, and attentive audience listening.
Quiet guided meditation followed by reflective journaling using Taoist poems—exploring hidden currents, underlying life-stories, and contemplative insights through prompts and group sharing in an intimate, beginner-friendly writing circle.
Quiet guided meditation followed by reflective journaling using Taoist poems—exploring hidden currents, underlying life-stories, and contemplative insights through prompts and group sharing in an intimate, beginner-friendly writing circle.
Quiet guided meditation followed by reflective journaling using Taoist poems—exploring hidden currents, underlying life-stories, and contemplative insights through prompts and group sharing in an intimate, beginner-friendly writing circle.
Gentle guided journaling and meditation practices for songwriters and artists to drop beneath the busy surface mind, listen for the shy inner voice, and nurture emergent melodies and lyrics in a small group forum.
Gentle guided journaling and meditation practices for songwriters and artists to drop beneath the busy surface mind, listen for the shy inner voice, and nurture emergent melodies and lyrics in a small group forum.
Gentle guided journaling and meditation practices for songwriters and artists to drop beneath the busy surface mind, listen for the shy inner voice, and nurture emergent melodies and lyrics in a small group forum.
Roundtable writers' critique where participants share new pieces and exchange constructive feedback; bring 8–10 printed copies for group reading in a relaxed kava lounge setting.
Roundtable writers' critique where participants share new pieces and exchange constructive feedback; bring 8–10 printed copies for group reading in a relaxed kava lounge setting.
Roundtable writers' critique where participants share new pieces and exchange constructive feedback; bring 8–10 printed copies for group reading in a relaxed kava lounge setting.
Practical four-week creative writing course focusing on storytelling craft, with craft talks, mentor texts, free writing prompts, and peer sharing to mine memories, overcome blocks, and build complex believable characters.
Practical four-week creative writing course focusing on storytelling craft, with craft talks, mentor texts, free writing prompts, and peer sharing to mine memories, overcome blocks, and build complex believable characters.
Practical four-week creative writing course focusing on storytelling craft, with craft talks, mentor texts, free writing prompts, and peer sharing to mine memories, overcome blocks, and build complex believable characters.
Quiet guided meditation paired with reflective journaling to nurture the ‘song within’ and coax shy creative impulses into form. Artists gather in a small studio forum for listening practices, prompts, and gentle songwriting exploration.
Quiet guided meditation paired with reflective journaling to nurture the ‘song within’ and coax shy creative impulses into form. Artists gather in a small studio forum for listening practices, prompts, and gentle songwriting exploration.
Quiet guided meditation paired with reflective journaling to nurture the ‘song within’ and coax shy creative impulses into form. Artists gather in a small studio forum for listening practices, prompts, and gentle songwriting exploration.
Quiet communal reading with beer at The Whale in West Asheville; arrive at 6 for an hour of silent reading (print or headphone audiobooks) with an optional casual discussion afterward.
Quiet communal reading with beer at The Whale in West Asheville; arrive at 6 for an hour of silent reading (print or headphone audiobooks) with an optional casual discussion afterward.
Quiet communal reading with beer at The Whale in West Asheville; arrive at 6 for an hour of silent reading (print or headphone audiobooks) with an optional casual discussion afterward.
Low-lit kava-bar nights of eclectic poetry, spoken word, and performance art, celebrating Asheville’s longest-running open mic; sign-ups begin at 8 p.m. for five- or ten-minute slots welcoming all creative forms.
Low-lit kava-bar nights of eclectic poetry, spoken word, and performance art, celebrating Asheville’s longest-running open mic; sign-ups begin at 8 p.m. for five- or ten-minute slots welcoming all creative forms.
Low-lit kava-bar nights of eclectic poetry, spoken word, and performance art, celebrating Asheville’s longest-running open mic; sign-ups begin at 8 p.m. for five- or ten-minute slots welcoming all creative forms.
Evening signups at 6:30pm lead into a mixed acoustic and spoken-word performance night starting 7:30pm, hosted by Tony Willingham in a casual downtown brewery taproom for musicians and poets.
Evening signups at 6:30pm lead into a mixed acoustic and spoken-word performance night starting 7:30pm, hosted by Tony Willingham in a casual downtown brewery taproom for musicians and poets.
Evening signups at 6:30pm lead into a mixed acoustic and spoken-word performance night starting 7:30pm, hosted by Tony Willingham in a casual downtown brewery taproom for musicians and poets.
Casual coffee conversations among atheists and secular humanists Sunday mornings (10 AM–noon), with book-club meetings twice a month at Standard Pizza and monthly Wednesday meetups at local breweries.
Casual coffee conversations among atheists and secular humanists Sunday mornings (10 AM–noon), with book-club meetings twice a month at Standard Pizza and monthly Wednesday meetups at local breweries.
Casual coffee conversations among atheists and secular humanists Sunday mornings (10 AM–noon), with book-club meetings twice a month at Standard Pizza and monthly Wednesday meetups at local breweries.
Pedal-friendly neighborhood cruise ending at a local café for outdoor coffee and conversation; relaxed pacing and mostly flat, bike-friendly routes suited to riders of all abilities, hosted by Asheville on Bikes.
Pedal-friendly neighborhood cruise ending at a local café for outdoor coffee and conversation; relaxed pacing and mostly flat, bike-friendly routes suited to riders of all abilities, hosted by Asheville on Bikes.
Pedal-friendly neighborhood cruise ending at a local café for outdoor coffee and conversation; relaxed pacing and mostly flat, bike-friendly routes suited to riders of all abilities, hosted by Asheville on Bikes.
Structured weekly Toastmasters sessions with prepared speeches, impromptu Table Topics, and timed evaluations; supportive peer feedback helps beginners and experienced speakers build confidence, public-speaking skills, and professional networking.
Structured weekly Toastmasters sessions with prepared speeches, impromptu Table Topics, and timed evaluations; supportive peer feedback helps beginners and experienced speakers build confidence, public-speaking skills, and professional networking.
Structured weekly Toastmasters sessions with prepared speeches, impromptu Table Topics, and timed evaluations; supportive peer feedback helps beginners and experienced speakers build confidence, public-speaking skills, and professional networking.
City Council Formal Meeting at Asheville City Hall featuring municipal discussions and accessible meeting materials in a shared folder. Community members and stakeholders in local governance and education are welcome.
City Council Formal Meeting at Asheville City Hall featuring municipal discussions and accessible meeting materials in a shared folder. Community members and stakeholders in local governance and education are welcome.
City Council Formal Meeting at Asheville City Hall featuring municipal discussions and accessible meeting materials in a shared folder. Community members and stakeholders in local governance and education are welcome.
Weekly Thursday meetings for structured prepared speeches, impromptu speaking rounds, and peer evaluations focused on leadership development, confidence building, and professional communication practice in a supportive club setting.
Weekly Thursday meetings for structured prepared speeches, impromptu speaking rounds, and peer evaluations focused on leadership development, confidence building, and professional communication practice in a supportive club setting.
Weekly Thursday meetings for structured prepared speeches, impromptu speaking rounds, and peer evaluations focused on leadership development, confidence building, and professional communication practice in a supportive club setting.