GET the Fall 2019 Newsletter in PDF.
wednesday morning writing workshop series
WRITING FROM MEMORY OR IMAGINATION with Nicole R. Zimmerman Wednesdays, Feb. 26 – April 1, 10am – noon. This workshop series focuses on generative writing with the Amherst Writers & Artists (AWA) method, which uses prompts and positive group reflection to bolster your writing practice. Participants will find a safe environment in which to experiment, learn craft, and develop each unique voice. All genres and experience levels welcome. Nicole is a 2019 recipient of Creative Sonoma’s Discovered Awards for Emerging Literary Artists, has an MFA in Writing, and is certified to lead AWA workshops. $120.00 for the series; no drop-ins. Size is limited to 12. To find out more or to reserve a space: https://www.nicolerzimmerman.com/workshops/.
OUR ANNUAL PUBLICATION IS POSTPONED TO 2020
This year’s anthology takes us into new territory—literally and figuratively. We focus our reading and writing on work by women from other lands and languages. We had fewer contributions than usual, and decided to extend the publication into next year. Keep reading works in translation, and choose one to discuss. We want to cover the globe! We are keeping a world map to mark countries covered by the contributions.
At a loss for ideas? Go to this page:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Lists_of_women_writers_by_nationality
We are even lengthening our usual word limit to two pages!.
Check Publications for details. NEW DEADLINE: April 1, 2020
At a loss for ideas? Go to this page:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Lists_of_women_writers_by_nationality
We are even lengthening our usual word limit to two pages!.
Check Publications for details. NEW DEADLINE: April 1, 2020
WATCH MAYA KHOSLA MOVIE ON REGENERATION AFTER FIRE
Maya read the poem/script for her film at the Sitting Room Birthday Party. You can view the movie and hear her poem again here:
http://creekshade.wixsite.com/mayakhosla/copy-of-films-2
WE HAVE A SMALL LENDING LIBRARY
Think about borrowing a book from our Circulation Shelves, along the entrance hallway. There is an overload of duplicated fiction to tempt you, and to the left, in the renovated closet shelving area, find nonfiction.
We use an honor system, so borrow one and return later. They all have the SR stamp to remind you where their home shelf resides.
If you are really stuck, return the book by mail: The Sitting Room, PO Box 838, Penngrove, 94951.
We use an honor system, so borrow one and return later. They all have the SR stamp to remind you where their home shelf resides.
If you are really stuck, return the book by mail: The Sitting Room, PO Box 838, Penngrove, 94951.
WHEN WE ARE OPEN; HOW TO GET THE ENTRY CODE
Your Sitting Room is open access from 9 am to 5 pm, every day but Sunday. Other times may be requested. If a Workshop is in the living room, enter anyway and enjoy the rest of the space. In all cases, you need the key code, which is given you when you take a brief tour of the premises. To schedule an appointment, email sittingroomlibrary@gmail.com. Check our map for directions and parking rules.
Please, please for safety's sake, never give the entry code to someone else. To ensure proper use of the space, new visitors must go through a tour.
Please, please for safety's sake, never give the entry code to someone else. To ensure proper use of the space, new visitors must go through a tour.
WI-FI AND A LIBRARY CATALOG.
We used to have a computer available. But now everyone has a tablet, smart phone, or lap top. Bring it and use our wifi.
Want to know whether our collection has a book? Check Sappho, our online catalog, at the SR or from home.
Want to know whether our collection has a book? Check Sappho, our online catalog, at the SR or from home.
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