Shut Up & Write - South Asheville
Quiet, timer-driven coworking with brief introductions and timed writing sprints in a relaxed cafe setting; suitable for writers of all experience levels seeking focused productivity, accountability, and peer connection.
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Timer-driven, quiet writing sprints in a relaxed café setting for writers of all levels, with brief introductions to meet peers before focused solo sessions and optional socializing over coffee.
Timer-driven, quiet writing sprints in a relaxed café setting for writers of all levels, with brief introductions to meet peers before focused solo sessions and optional socializing over coffee.
Timer-driven, quiet writing sprints in a relaxed café setting for writers of all levels, with brief introductions to meet peers before focused solo sessions and optional socializing over coffee.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Quiet candlelit meditation followed by reflective journaling inspired by Taoist poems; participants probe the hidden currents shaping life through prompts drawn from hermit monk texts and contemplative practice.
Quiet candlelit meditation followed by reflective journaling inspired by Taoist poems; participants probe the hidden currents shaping life through prompts drawn from hermit monk texts and contemplative practice.
Quiet candlelit meditation followed by reflective journaling inspired by Taoist poems; participants probe the hidden currents shaping life through prompts drawn from hermit monk texts and contemplative practice.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Conversational Japanese practice with timed all Japanese speaking rounds, live translation support for beginners, and encouraged self introductions; learners and native speakers meet informally for cooperative language exchange.
Conversational Japanese practice with timed all Japanese speaking rounds, live translation support for beginners, and encouraged self introductions; learners and native speakers meet informally for cooperative language exchange.
Conversational Japanese practice with timed all Japanese speaking rounds, live translation support for beginners, and encouraged self introductions; learners and native speakers meet informally for cooperative language exchange.
Casual afternoon coworking for coders of all skill levels in a lively brewery taproom, with developers pair programming, debugging, and contributing to open source projects while networking over craft beer.
Casual afternoon coworking for coders of all skill levels in a lively brewery taproom, with developers pair programming, debugging, and contributing to open source projects while networking over craft beer.
Casual afternoon coworking for coders of all skill levels in a lively brewery taproom, with developers pair programming, debugging, and contributing to open source projects while networking over craft beer.
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.
Low-lit kava lounge hosts an inclusive open mic for poetry, spoken-word, storytelling, and experimental performance; sign-ups at 8 p.m. for 5- or 10-minute slots, sustaining Asheville's longest-running scene.
Low-lit kava lounge hosts an inclusive open mic for poetry, spoken-word, storytelling, and experimental performance; sign-ups at 8 p.m. for 5- or 10-minute slots, sustaining Asheville's longest-running scene.
Low-lit kava lounge hosts an inclusive open mic for poetry, spoken-word, storytelling, and experimental performance; sign-ups at 8 p.m. for 5- or 10-minute slots, sustaining Asheville's longest-running scene.