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SUMMARY:Narrative Power & The Futures We Create: A Community Symposium
DESCRIPTION:In uncertain times\, the power of language to shape both the current moment and the world we move into. Narrative Power & The Futures We Create is a community-centered gathering that elevates the ideas\, voices\, and conversations shaping the literary ecosystem and culture in Dallas and beyond. The symposium will feature a series of short spotlights talks by a handful of writers\, thinkers and leaders already hard at work creating the city we’ll share for decades to come\, followed by a panel addressing how connection is key to facing the challenges and the opportunities that await.\nGet tickets to Narrative Power & The Futures We Create \nSymposium Presenters\nTexas native Eva Arreguin is the proud daughter of Mexican immigrants. She graduated from the UNT for Media Arts in 2016. By early 2017\, she became Founding Executive Director of De Colores Collective\, an arts based organization focused on connecting with people and celebrating the culture. Eva served as its award-winning podcast host\, De Colores Radio. Her work quickly became a hit through her intentionally powerful conversations\, innovative approaches\, and contagious energy. Her areas of proficiency include: pop culture\, anti-racism\, community care\, media representation\, social justice\, and fat liberation. She hopes to inspire femmes of color to follow their dreams. \n  \n  \nMaya Golden Bethany is an Associated Press-winning\, Emmy-nominated journalist. She founded the 1 in 3 Foundation\, supporting low-income survivors of sexual trauma. Her memoir\, The Return Trip\, was re-released in hardcover in 2025 by Rising Action Publishing and Simon & Schuster. Her debut political thriller\, The Senator\, followed in April 2025. Maya has written for outlets including Newsweek\, Salon\, and Insider. A Parent Writer Fellow at the Martha’s Vineyard Institute for Creative Writing\, she is a Texas A&M graduate and a member of the Writers’ League of Texas. \n  \n  \nDra. CarolLaine García is a Dominican-American childfree woman with a PhD in organizational psychology who left corporate consulting to teach embodied decolonial leadership while living off assets she built myself with no husband\, no inheritance\, no venture capital. She is one of one\, and teaches from a framework that integrates mind\, body\, heart\, and spirit. \n  \n  \n  \nLisa Huffaker integrates poetry\, visual art\, and performance in hybrid forms. Her writing appears in The Iowa Review\, Georgia Review\, Pleiades\, Cincinnati Review\, Sixth Finch\, and many other journals. Pegasus Contemporary Ballet choreographed a new dance work built on her poetry as a live score\, and Pierce Planetarium featured her hybrid of poetry\, full-dome art projections\, and music. In collaboration with the Writer’s Garret\, she creates community-engaged writing projects\, including Poetry In Place\, an ongoing public workshop held along the Trinity River. \n  \n  \nBiviana Marín McAfee is a bilingual writer and educator with a passion for language and culture. Before moving to the States\, she worked as a reporter in Colombia. She later began a 17 year career with Dallas ISD as a bilingual teacher. After earning a Master’s degree in Spanish Language and Culture\, she co-founded Español\, la Lengua Amiga\, an educational project dedicated to creating engaging content for students learning Spanish as a foreign language. Biviana is the author of seven bilingual books designed for language learners: six illustrated books inspired by the natural world and one exploring the customs and traditions of Spanish-speaking countries. \n  \n  \nBahar Momeni is an award-winning writer\, graphic novelist\, and creative writing instructor\, born and raised in Iran and now based in Dallas. She recently earned her PhD in Literature from the University of Texas at Dallas. Writing in both Farsi and English\, she has published across literary and cultural platforms in Iran\, Europe\, and the United States. Her forthcoming graphic novel\, The Trees We Carry\, explores identity\, displacement\, memory\, and resistance\, bringing together her scholarly interests and creative practice through literary and visual storytelling. \n  \n  \nJaivia Monea is a Dallas-based spoken word artist\, author\, spiritual guide\, and host of the podcast Echos of the Void. She is the author of Walk Between Worlds (2025) and co-founder of Youniversal Services — a platform dedicated to giving artists space to express themselves. Her talks blend poetry\, philosophy\, and lived experience into soul remembrances that audiences carry long after the room goes quiet. She doesn’t just deliver a message. She offers a moment. \n  \n  \nPanelists\nBlack Ceasar is a poet\, author\, teacher\, filmmaker\, and artist\, and the newly appointed Dallas Poet Laureate\, the third person to hold the post. A Mississippi native\, he is now based in Dallas\, Texas\, having performed with the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers\, and having received special recognition from Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson. He holds a degree in Education from Texas A&M University at Commerce\, and is actively involved in the Gifted & Talented program at Paul Quinn College\, an historically black college and university (HBCU) located in Dallas. \n  \nDr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew\, CFRE\, is a Network Weaver who believes relationships are the key to our personal\, professional\, and organizational growth. She has been quoted/featured in Forbes\, Ozy\, Bustle\, Huffington Post\, Modern Luxury\, and other media outlets around the globe. As the President and CEO of Soulstice Consultancy\, providing philanthropic guidance\, community engagement strategies\, leadership coaching\, and organizational culture support. \nBooker-Drew is an adjunct faculty member in the Master of Public Administration programs at Point Loma Nazarene University and Tulane University and a research affiliate in the Leadership and Change program at Antioch University having taught at University of Texas at Arlington\, the University of North Texas at Dallas\, Capital Seminary\, and Jarvis Christian College. Froswa’ five books include the award-winning\, Empowering Charity: A New Narrative of Philanthropy\, which has received the silver Nautilus Book Award and the gold Illumination Book Award. Her latest book\, Front Porch Wisdom: Navigating Leadership Pressures and Barriers as a Woman of Color\, was released in June 2025 by InterVarsity Press\, reached the top ten in three categories on Amazon\, and was awarded 2026 Outstanding Book of the Year by Illumination Book Awards and the ECPA Top Shelf Book Cover Award. \nDr. Froswa’ is the co-founder of HERitage Giving Circle\, one of the first Black Women Giving Circles in the state of Texas\, and co-founder of the South Dallas Employment Project\, a collaborative of 200+ organizations to address those impacted by incarceration\, and was co-chair of the Sponsoring Committee for the DFW Urban League. She is the recipient of several honors\, including the Gertrude Shellburne Humanitarian Award by Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas\, the 2025 Spirit of SVP (Dallas Social Venture Partners)\, 2025 Making Democracy Work awardee by the League of Women Voters\, 2024 Black Women Give Back Award\, and 2023 Texas Women’s Foundation Maura Women Helping Women Awards.  She serves on several boards\, including the Board of Governors for the Antioch University System\, Vice Chair of ACLU Texas\, and as Co-Chair of the Board of For Oak Cliff.  She is the mother of one adult daughter and has a rambunctious grandcat. \n  \n 
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/narrative-power-community-symposium/
LOCATION:Bishop Arts Theatre Center\, 215 S. Tyler St.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208\, United States
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SUMMARY:Late Night Lit: Vibez N Verzuz 2026
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Late Night Lit: Vibez N Verzuz\, where the vibes are lit and the poets definitely come out to spit.\nThe Dallas Is Lit! poetry slam is back\, and the show will be even more lit this year. 10 poets will take to the stage and throw down in a 2-round competition\, with the top 3 poets taking home $500 in cash prizes and and the winner walking away with the title of Dallas Is Lit Poetry Slam Champ 2026.\nCome get lit on the late night tip! This event is for 18+\nGet tickets to Late Night Lit 26
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/late-night-lit-vibez-n-verzuz-2026/
LOCATION:Bishop Arts Theatre Center\, 215 S. Tyler St.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dallas Is Lit! 2026 Book & Author Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Dallas Is Lit! Book & Author Fair is back! Join us for a family-friendly day at Arts Mission Oak Cliff\, featuring over a dozen vendors selling books and literary-adjacent crafts\, plus meet and greet with over 20 authors throughout the day. \nStay tuned for a list of vendors and authors!
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/dallas-is-lit-2026-book-author-fair/
LOCATION:Arts Mission Oak Cliff\, 410 S. Windomere Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208\, United States
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SUMMARY:How To Write Genre Fiction: A Dallas Is Lit Panel
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 11am at the Dallas Is Lit Book & Author Fair for a FREE panel on writing genre fiction with Shaun Hamill\, Kate Khavari and Bonnie Jo Stufflebeam\, moderated by Alex Temblador. Come find out about character creation\, world building and genre conventions from three acclaimed authors! Plus\, stick around after to talk with the authors and get your books signed. \nRSVP to join us!\n \nShaun Hamill earned his bachelor’s in English from the University of Texas at Arlington\, and his MFA from the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. He is the author of four novels\, including A COSMOLOGY OF MONSTERS\, as well as ALIEN: PERFECT ORGANISMS and THE DISSONANCE. He is also the host of The 616 Files\, an podcast chronicling the history of Marvel comics. He lives\, works\, and writes in Fort Worth\, Texas. \n  \n  \n \nKate Khavari is the USA Today bestselling author of fiction ranging from historical mysteries to high fantasy epics. She has her parents to thank for her fascination for historical mysteries\, as she spent the majority of her childhood memorizing Sherlock Holmes’s and Poirot’s greatest quips. She lives in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas with her husband\, two children\, and a lovely garden that contains absolutely no poisonous plants. \n  \n  \nBonnie Jo Stufflebeam is the author of the horror novel Grim Root (Dark Matter Ink\, 2024)\, the short story collection Where You Linger & Other Stories (Vernacular/Lethe\, 2022)\, and the horror novella Glorious Fiends (Underland\, 2022). Her short fiction and poetry has appeared in over 90 publications such as Popular Science\, Lightspeed\, and LeVar Burton Reads\, as well as in six languages. By night\, she’s a two-time finalist for the Nebula Award. By day\, she makes games. She lives in Texas with her partner and a mysterious number of cats. \n  \n  \n  \nAlex Temblador (moderator) is the award-winning author of a writing craft book\, Writing An Identity Not Your Own\, and two magical realism novels\, Half Outlaw and Secrets of the Casa Rosada. In addition to receiving her MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Central Oklahoma\, Alex’s creative work has been published in literary outlets like PALABRITAS\, D Magazine\, Colorado Review\, as well as two anthologies — Living Beyond Borders: Growing Up Mexican in America and Speculative Fiction for Dreamers: A Latinx Anthology. Alex has taught creative writing seminars\, workshops\, and classes with WritingWorkshops.com\, the Women’s Fiction Writers Association\, the Writer’s League of Texas\, StoryStudio Chicago\, WorldShift: The Speculative Fiction Writer’s Summit\, Texas Book Festival\, Macmillan Publishers\, Abydos Learning Conference\, and more. When she’s not writing her next book\, Alex is working as an award-winning journalist\, traveling\, gardening\, or exploring her home base of Dallas with friends.
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/genre-fiction-book-fair/
LOCATION:Arts Mission Oak Cliff\, 410 S. Windomere Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Common Language Project: Time Reading
DESCRIPTION:The Dallas Is Lit! Literary Festival closes out with the reading by contributors to the Common Language Project: Time.\n\nRSVP for the Common Language Project Reading
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/common-language-time-reading/
LOCATION:Bishop Arts Theatre Center\, 215 S. Tyler St.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lyceum Series: L. A. Johnson - Time & Poetic Structure
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the lyceum. These free\, monthly workshops are held on the third Saturday of the month\, and offer writers of every genre and skill level an opportunity to learn\, experiment and develop their craft. We hope you’ll join us!\nPoems are concerned with time­—the recounting of events and experience—but are also outside of time\, existing in a place beyond the limits of linear time. Our lives are made up both by what is happening in the moment\, what has happened in the past\, and what will happen in the future\, but how do we write poems that capture this experience of time? In this workshop\, we will explore how to layer multiple times or scenes within a poem\, and how a poem can capture nonlinear time. This workshop will be a mix of lecture\, guided close readings of poems\, and generative writing. In considering time\, we will focus on poetic structure\, considering the many ways the container of the poem can capture at once the past\, present\, and future. Although geared towards poets\, this workshop will be useful for writers of all genres who aim to grapple with the complexities of time in their work. \nL. A. Johnson is the author ofLost Music(Milkweed Editions\, forthcoming 2027) and an Associate Editor of Swirl & Vortex: Collected Poems of Larry Levis (Graywolf Press\, 2026). She holds a PhD from University of Southern California\, where through academic years 2023-25 she was a Mellon Humanities and University of the Future Postdoctoral Fellow. The winner of the 2022 Mississippi Review Poetry Prize\, the 2022 Greensboro Review Poetry Prize\, and the 2021 Arts & Letters Rumi Poetry Prize\, her poems appear in The Atlantic\, Poetry Magazine\, Ploughshares\, and elsewhere. She is currently a Hughes Fellow at Southern Methodist University. Find her online at http://www.la-johnson.com \n  \nRSVP for the Lyceum Series
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/lyceum-series-l-a-johnson/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Garret\, 215 S. Tyler St.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208\, United States
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SUMMARY:May First Draughts Prose Writer Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:It’s time again for First Draughts\, the monthly meetup for prose writers! \nMeet us in the backyard at The Wild Detectives on the third Tuesdays of each month to grab a book and a beverage\, chat with other writers\, share your postcard fiction on the month’s prompt\, and catch up on the latest local literary news. There’ll be a monthly drink special\, plus book and gift card giveaways\, so RSVP to join us. \nPOSTCARD FICTION\nEach month\, we’ll post a short prompt for a piece of fiction of no more than 500 words. At First Draughts\, we’ll make an opportunity for anyone who’s written in response to share their work. The prompt this month’s Postcard Fiction piece is:\nSomething unexpected happens in a bookstore. \nIf you have cards\, bookmarks or info to get the word out about your work\, bring them with you to share with the folks you talk with. \nSign up to RSVP for First Draughts
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/may-first-draughts/
LOCATION:The Wild Detectives\, 314 W 8th St\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208\, United States
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SUMMARY:May Poetry In Place
DESCRIPTION:Poetry In Place is a project documenting the relationship of residents of Dallas with the Trinity River\, one of the main geographical features motiving the placement of the city when it was founded. In monthly workshops\, attendees will explore the river and record their experience based on prompts by Teaching Artists Lisa Huffaker and Joe Milazzo\, with additional insight provided by a guest contributor. In May\, we welcome poet and writer April Sojourner Truth Walker!\nRead more about the project here\nMay’s workshop will be held at Trinity Forest Trail\, meeting in the parking lot off of 6500 S. Great Trinity Forest Way.\nPoetry In Place is free\, but an RSVP is required\n\nSign Up For Poetry In Place\n \nPoetry In Place is made possible by the City of Dallas Office of Arts & Culture.
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/may-poetry-in-place/
LOCATION:TX
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SUMMARY:June Tap The Mic: The Cider Sessions Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:The Writer’s Garret is proud to partner with Trinity Cider to host Tap The Mic: The Cider Sessions\, a monthly open mic showcasing the vibrant literary and performing talents of DFW! Whether you’re a veteran poet looking to try some new material\, a microfictionalist with a story burning in your pocket\, or you’re brand new to writing and are looking for a place to share what you’ve written with an audience\, Tap The Mic is the place to do it. In June\, our spotlight poet is Ressy. \nHosted by Lyrik Hunter at Trinity Cider in Deep Ellum\, Tap The Mic features open mic drink specials\, good vibes and great community. Attendance and participation is FREE\, so RSVP below to join us in June! Doors at 7; event starts at 7:30. \nWant to get on the mic? A limited number of pre-registration spots are available\, so sign up now. \nNote: IDs required; must be 21 to purchase alcohol. \nSign up to RSVP for Tap The Mic
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/jun26-tap-the-mic/
LOCATION:Trinity Cider\, 2721 Main St.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75226\, United States
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SUMMARY:June First Draughts Prose Writers Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:It’s time again for First Draughts\, the monthly meetup for prose writers! \nMeet us in the backyard at The Wild Detectives on the third Tuesdays of each month to grab a book and a beverage\, chat with other writers\, share your postcard fiction on the month’s prompt\, and catch up on the latest local literary news. There’ll be a monthly drink special\, plus book and gift card giveaways\, so RSVP to join us. \nPOSTCARD FICTION\nEach month\, we’ll post a short prompt for a piece of fiction of no more than 500 words. At First Draughts\, we’ll make an opportunity for anyone who’s written in response to share their work. The prompt for June’s Postcard Fiction piece is:\nA debt is assumed or paid. \nIf you have cards\, bookmarks or info to get the word out about your work\, bring them with you to share with the folks you talk with. \nSign up to RSVP for First Draughts
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/june26-first-draughts/
LOCATION:The Wild Detectives\, 314 W 8th St\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208\, United States
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SUMMARY:June Lyceum Series: Samantha Strong Murphey - Reading As A Writing Tool: How to Read With Intentionality to Enhance Your Craft
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the lyceum. These free\, monthly workshops are held on the third Saturday of the month\, and offer writers of every genre and skill level an opportunity to learn\, experiment and develop their craft. We hope you’ll join us!\nAdrienne Rich said “You must write\, and read\, as if your life depended on it\,” but so often\, writers (who became such because of an initial love of reading) forget to lean on that second pillar. The best writers are first and foremost great readers\, toggling between the two modes with great fluidity. Like all things\, becoming a more intentional close reader is a skill that can be developed. We’ll talk about purposeful book curation\, embracing imitation as process\, and using vocal costuming to broaden your poetic range. A little bit theoretical\, a lot practical. Lots of discussion! And a little experimentation\, so bring a notebook.\nJustin Hackworth \nSamantha Strong Murphey (she/her) has an MFA in poetry from NYU and has been supported by Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference and Vermont Studio Center. Sam taught writing at UT-Dallas and is a reader for Sontag Mag. Her work has been published by Rattle\, Crab Creek Review\, and North American Review and is forthcoming in The Missouri Review\, RADAR\, MER and SWWIM. Her manuscript “Bad Prophet” was a finalist for the Trio Award from Trio House Press.\n  \nRSVP for the Lyceum Series
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/june-lyceum-series-samantha-strong-murphey/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Garret\, 215 S. Tyler St.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T153000
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SUMMARY:Rail Writers The Dallas Beat Summer Youth Writing Camp
DESCRIPTION:The Dallas Beat: Rail Writers Summer Camp \nGrab your notebook and hop on board—this 5 day camp is journalism in motion. In this one-of-a-kind adventure\, students traverse Dallas via the DART light rail\, uncovering real stories at every stop. \nThroughout the journey\, participants explore how to think and write like reporters\, and how to find stories that matter. Whether they’re documenting a specific neighborhood\, a cultural event\, or the broader DFW landscape\, there is always a fresh new perspective to find on the city they call home. Lunch is on us—just bring your curiosity! \nCamp Philosophy \n\nLearning through exploration: the city is a living laboratory where stories hide in plain sight\nCreativity at the center: journalism is not only about reporting facts but about the way stories are shaped to reflect lived experiences\nCommunity and belonging: Activities build confidence\, collaboration\, and help students discover their city\nCuriosity-driven: Questions guide the experience—participants ask\, observe\, and connect\n\nAge Level / Eligibility \n\n\nAges: 11-14\nMaximum of 15 campers accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis\nRegistration closes  May 29\, 2026\n\nCamp Dates & Schedules \n\nDates: June 22-26\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM\, Monday–Friday (Drop-off begins at 8:30 AM; pick-up by 4:00 PM)\nDrop Off & Pick Up Location: East Dock Dallas – 900 E. Clarendon Dr. Dallas\, TX 75203 \nActivities Include: \n\nUsing journalistic principles to write news-style pieces about camp activities\nField trips to Oak Cliff\, Dallas City Hall\, and the 6th-floor museum\nStreetcar and DART Light Rail rides for city exploration\nGroup discussions\, reflections\, and storytelling\nCreation of Dallas Beat news magazine from student writing\n\nContact Information \nFor questions or more information\, please contact:\nSharon Mansfield\nprogram@writersgarret.org\n214-828-1715 \nRegister For Rail Writers The Dallas Beat
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/rail-writers-the-dallas-beat/
LOCATION:East Dock Dallas\, 900 E. Clarendon Dr.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75203\, United States
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SUMMARY:June Poetry In Place
DESCRIPTION:Poetry In Place is a project documenting the relationship of residents of Dallas with the Trinity River\, one of the main geographical features motiving the placement of the city when it was founded. In monthly workshops\, attendees will explore the river and record their experience based on prompts by Teaching Artists Lisa Huffaker and Joe Milazzo\, with additional insight provided by a guest contributor. In June\, we welcome Emmy Piercy\, poet and master naturalist!\nRead more about the project here\nOnce we’ve confirmed the location\, we’ll share it here.\nPoetry In Place is free\, but an RSVP is required\nSign Up For Poetry In Place
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/june26-poetry-in-place/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T213000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183345
CREATED:20260521T024646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T024646Z
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SUMMARY:July Tap The Mic: The Cider Sessions Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:The Writer’s Garret is proud to partner with Trinity Cider to host Tap The Mic: The Cider Sessions\, a monthly open mic showcasing the vibrant literary and performing talents of DFW! Whether you’re a veteran poet looking to try some new material\, a microfictionalist with a story burning in your pocket\, or you’re brand new to writing and are looking for a place to share what you’ve written with an audience\, Tap The Mic is the place to do it. \nHosted by Lyrik Hunter at Trinity Cider in Deep Ellum\, Tap The Mic features open mic drink specials\, good vibes and great community. Attendance and participation is FREE\, so RSVP below to join us in July! Doors at 7; event starts at 7:30. \nWant to get on the mic? A limited number of pre-registration spots are available\, so come back the week before to sign up. \nNote: IDs required; must be 21 to purchase alcohol. \nSign up to RSVP for Tap The Mic
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/july26-tap-the-mic/
LOCATION:Trinity Cider\, 2721 Main St.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75226\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writersgarret.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/TTM-July26-Pres.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260717T153000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183345
CREATED:20260420T175630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T160312Z
UID:16815-1783933200-1784302200@writersgarret.org
SUMMARY:Rail Writers Art Quest Summer Youth Writing Camp
DESCRIPTION:Art Quest: Rail Writers Summer Camp \nIF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR AUGUST DATES\, CLICK HERE \nJoin us for a weeklong adventure where art and writing collide! Students travel through the city\, visiting inspiring spots like the Dallas Museum of Art and the Nasher Sculpture Center\, exploring works that spark imagination and curiosity. Along the way\, campers learn how images can inspire words—and how words can bring art to life. Through hands-on projects and guided exercises\, students create poems\, stories\, and original artwork\, discovering the exciting connection between seeing and writing. Lunch will be provided each day. \nCamp Philosophy \n\nLearning through exploration: Participants will travel through the city\, discovering how visual art sparks ideas and imagination\nCreativity at the center: Participants will engage in hands-on activities that merge visual and written art.\nCommunity and belonging: small group activities and collaborative projects help campers connect and share their voices\nCuriosity-driven: Questions guide the experience — participants follow their questions and ideas to explore and create art\n\n\nAge Level / Eligibility \n\nAges: 11-14\nMaximum of 15 campers accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis\nRegistration closes  May 29\, 2026\n\n\nCamp Dates & Schedules \nDates: July 13-17\, 2026 (if you want to sign up for August 3-7\, click here)\nTime: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM\, Monday–Friday (Drop-off begins at 8:30 AM; pick-up by 4:00 PM)\nDrop Off & Pick Up Location: East Dock Dallas – 900 E. Clarendon Dr. Dallas\, TX 75203 \nActivities Include: \n\nCreative activities that combine visual art with writing\nField trips to area art museums including the Dallas Museum of Art and the Amon Carter Museum\nStreetcar and DART Light Rail rides for city exploration\nGroup discussions\, and reflections\n\nContact Information \nFor questions or more information\, please contact:\nSharon Mansfield\nprogram@writersgarret.org\n214-828-1715 \nRegister For Rail Writers Art Quest
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/rail-writers-art-quest/
LOCATION:East Dock Dallas\, 900 E. Clarendon Dr.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75203\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writersgarret.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Rail-Writers-Art-Quest-Pres.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183345
CREATED:20260521T044500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T044500Z
UID:16939-1784656800-1784662200@writersgarret.org
SUMMARY:July First Draughts Prose Writers Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:It’s time again for First Draughts\, the monthly meetup for prose writers! \nMeet us in the backyard at The Wild Detectives on the third Tuesdays of each month to grab a book and a beverage\, chat with other writers\, share your postcard fiction on the month’s prompt\, and catch up on the latest local literary news. There’ll be a monthly drink special\, plus book and gift card giveaways\, so RSVP to join us. \nPOSTCARD FICTION\nEach month\, we’ll post a short prompt for a piece of fiction of no more than 500 words. At First Draughts\, we’ll make an opportunity for anyone who’s written in response to share their work. The prompt for July’s Postcard Fiction piece is:\nThe action happens during a major event of American history.  \nIf you have cards\, bookmarks or info to get the word out about your work\, bring them with you to share with the folks you talk with. \n \nSign up to RSVP for First Draughts
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/july26-first-draughts/
LOCATION:The Wild Detectives\, 314 W 8th St\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writersgarret.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/FD-July26-169.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183345
CREATED:20260521T033614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T033643Z
UID:16930-1784970000-1784980800@writersgarret.org
SUMMARY:July Poetry In Place
DESCRIPTION:Poetry In Place is a project documenting the relationship of residents of Dallas with the Trinity River\, one of the main geographical features motiving the placement of the city when it was founded. In monthly workshops\, attendees will explore the river and record their experience based on prompts by Teaching Artists Lisa Huffaker and Joe Milazzo\, with additional insight provided by a guest contributor. In June\, we welcome Angel Faz!\nRead more about the project here\nThe July meeting will take place along Sylvan Bridge.\nPoetry In Place is free\, but an RSVP is required
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/july26-poetry-in-place/
LOCATION:TX
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writersgarret.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Poetry-In-Place-July26-Pres.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T153000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183345
CREATED:20260521T015435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T015435Z
UID:16914-1785747600-1786116600@writersgarret.org
SUMMARY:August Art Quest: Rail Writers Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Art Quest: Rail Writers Summer Camp \nJoin us for a weeklong adventure where art and writing collide! Students travel through the city\, visiting inspiring spots like the Dallas Museum of Art and the Nasher Sculpture Center\, exploring works that spark imagination and curiosity. Along the way\, campers learn how images can inspire words—and how words can bring art to life. Through hands-on projects and guided exercises\, students create poems\, stories\, and original artwork\, discovering the exciting connection between seeing and writing. Lunch will be provided each day. \nCamp Philosophy \n\nLearning through exploration: Participants will travel through the city\, discovering how visual art sparks ideas and imagination\nCreativity at the center: Participants will engage in hands-on activities that merge visual and written art.\nCommunity and belonging: small group activities and collaborative projects help campers connect and share their voices\nCuriosity-driven: Questions guide the experience — participants follow their questions and ideas to explore and create art\n\n\nAge Level / Eligibility \n\nAges: 11-14\nMaximum of 15 campers accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis\nRegistration closes July 1\, 2026\n\n\nCamp Dates & Schedules \nDates: August 3-7\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM\, Monday–Friday (Drop-off begins at 8:30 AM; pick-up by 4:00 PM)\nDrop Off & Pick Up Location: East Dock Dallas – 900 E. Clarendon Dr. Dallas\, TX 75203 \nActivities Include: \n\nCreative activities that combine visual art with writing\nField trips to area art museums including the Dallas Museum of Art and the Amon Carter Museum\nStreetcar and DART Light Rail rides for city exploration\nGroup discussions\, and reflections\n\nContact Information \nFor questions or more information\, please contact:\nSharon Mansfield\nprogram@writersgarret.org\n214-828-1715 \n\nRegister For August’s Rail Writers Art Quest
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/august-art-quest/
LOCATION:East Dock Dallas\, 900 E. Clarendon Dr.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75203\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writersgarret.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Rail-Writers-Art-Quest-Pres-Aug.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T213000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183345
CREATED:20260521T024926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T024926Z
UID:16924-1785871800-1785879000@writersgarret.org
SUMMARY:August Tap The Mic: The Cider Sessions Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:The Writer’s Garret is proud to partner with Trinity Cider to host Tap The Mic: The Cider Sessions\, a monthly open mic showcasing the vibrant literary and performing talents of DFW! Whether you’re a veteran poet looking to try some new material\, a microfictionalist with a story burning in your pocket\, or you’re brand new to writing and are looking for a place to share what you’ve written with an audience\, Tap The Mic is the place to do it. \nHosted by Lyrik Hunter at Trinity Cider in Deep Ellum\, Tap The Mic features open mic drink specials\, good vibes and great community. Attendance and participation is FREE\, so RSVP below to join us in August! Doors at 7; event starts at 7:30. \nWant to get on the mic? A limited number of pre-registration spots are available\, so come back the week before to sign up. \nNote: IDs required; must be 21 to purchase alcohol. \nSign up to RSVP for Tap The Mic
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/august26-tap-the-mic/
LOCATION:Trinity Cider\, 2721 Main St.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75226\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writersgarret.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/TTM-Aug26-Pres.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183345
CREATED:20260521T045802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T045802Z
UID:16942-1787076000-1787081400@writersgarret.org
SUMMARY:August First Draughts Prose Writers Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:It’s time again for First Draughts\, the monthly meetup for prose writers! \nMeet us in the backyard at The Wild Detectives on the third Tuesdays of each month to grab a book and a beverage\, chat with other writers\, share your postcard fiction on the month’s prompt\, and catch up on the latest local literary news. There’ll be a monthly drink special\, plus book and gift card giveaways\, so RSVP to join us. \nPOSTCARD FICTION\nEach month\, we’ll post a short prompt for a piece of fiction of no more than 500 words. At First Draughts\, we’ll make an opportunity for anyone who’s written in response to share their work. The prompt for August’s Postcard Fiction piece is:\nThe protagonist is midway on an important journey. \nIf you have cards\, bookmarks or info to get the word out about your work\, bring them with you to share with the folks you talk with. \n \nSign up to RSVP for First Draughts
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/august26-first-draughts/
LOCATION:The Wild Detectives\, 314 W 8th St\, Dallas\, TX\, 75208\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writersgarret.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/FD-Aug26-169.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183345
CREATED:20260521T035014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T035014Z
UID:16933-1787389200-1787400000@writersgarret.org
SUMMARY:August Poetry In Place
DESCRIPTION:Poetry In Place is a project documenting the relationship of residents of Dallas with the Trinity River\, one of the main geographical features motiving the placement of the city when it was founded. In monthly workshops\, attendees will explore the river and record their experience based on prompts by Teaching Artists Lisa Huffaker and Joe Milazzo\, with additional insight provided by a guest contributor. In August \, we welcome David Marquis.\nRead more about the project here\nOnce we’ve confirmed the location\, we’ll share it here.\nPoetry In Place is free\, but an RSVP is required\nSign Up For Poetry In Place
URL:https://writersgarret.org/event/aug26-poetry-in-place/
LOCATION:TX
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writersgarret.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Poetry-In-Place-Aug26-Pres-TBA.jpg
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