Choices for every writer.
Mindful Writing Workshops
$40 | 4-week Series
Join our Mindful Writing Workshops and unlock your creativity! Small group workshops combine guided meditation with writing exercises. Explore themes like authenticity, storytelling, and creative flow. We will lead you through exercises and experiences that spark your imagination while promoting mindfulness. Whether youʼre a beginner or an experienced writer, youʼll leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and ready to share your unique voice.
Wildcrafted Words
$20 | each session
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and let it inspire your creativity. Wildcrafted Words combines mindful nature exploration with uninterrupted writing time, helping you reconnect with your senses and unlock new ideas. These unique sessions are a breath of fresh air for your imagination.
Winds of Change: Writing to Inspire Movements
Harness the power of words to ignite transformation. In Winds of Change: Writing to Inspire Movements, we’ll explore how mindfulness and creativity can fuel impactful writing. Whether you’re passionate about social justice, environmental advocacy, or personal transformation, this workshop will guide you in crafting messages that resonate and inspire action. Join us to write the winds of change. Your voice matters.
Write Here, Write Now
$20 | each session
Discover the magic of writing in short, focused explorations that vary in location. These one-time pop-up sessions dive into specific techniques, genres, creative concepts, places of inspiration, allowing you to experiment and expand your craft. Whether you’re polishing a skill or sparking a new passion, Write Here, Write Now offers a fresh perspective to fuel your creativity.
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January 2025 | Mindful Journaling
Discover the transformative power of journaling through a mindfulness lens in this Four-Week Mindful Journaling workshop designed to help you deepen self-awareness, explore emotions, and find gratitude in everyday moments.
Wednesdays 9:00-11:00 a.m. | January 8, 15, 22, 29
Thursdays 6:00-8:00 p.m. | January 9, 16, 23, 30
February 2025 | Discover Your Story: Memoir Writing
Our Four-Week Memoir Writing Workshop offers a transformative journey to uncover and craft your life story. Guided by a mindfulness lens, this workshop will help you connect deeply with your experiences, find meaning in your memories, and turn them into compelling narratives.
Wednesdays 1:30-3:30 p.m. | February 5, 12, 26, March 5 (note that we skip February 19)
Thursdays 6:00-8:00 p.m. | February 6, 13, 20, 27
March 2025 | Writing Through Emotion
Join our Four-Week Writing Through Emotion workshop, where writers of all levels come together to share their stories. In a supportive environment, you’ll find inspiration to welcome the emotions that shape your story. Through engaging activities and group discussions, you’ll enhance your reflective capacity and improve your writing skills.
Wednesdays 9:00-11:00 a.m. | March 5, 12, 19, 26
Thursdays 6:00-8:00 p.m. | March 6, 13, 20, 27
April 2025 | Writing in Nature
Immerse yourself in Nature Writing, where the beauty of the outdoors fuels your creativity. In this workshop, you’ll explore various landscapes while crafting vivid descriptions and heartfelt poems. Let nature inspire your words as you connect deeply with the environment and your inner writer. Embrace the magic around you!
Wednesdays 1:30-3:30 p.m. | April 2, 9, 16, 23
Thursdays 6:00-8:00 p.m. | April 3, 10, 17, 24
May 2025 | Poetry as Meditation: Rhythm in the Silence
Step into the serene space where poetry and mindfulness meet. This transformative workshop is designed to help you explore the depths of your creativity while embracing the stillness of the present moment. Whether you’re new to poetry or a seasoned writer, this workshop will guide you to create meaningful, meditative work that resonates deeply with your inner self and the world around you.
Fridays 9:00-11:00 a.m. | May 2, 9, 16, 23
Thursdays 6:00-8:00 p.m. | May 1, 8, 15, 22
June, July, August 2025 | Schedule Coming Soon
Preview:
Birdsong & Ballad
Pondside Poetry Circle
Nature Advocacy
Sunrise Meditation & Writing
Evening Glow Writing Sessions
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January 2025
Wildcrafted Words | Writing in Stillness: Snowy Silence
Discover the quiet magic of winter in this mindful two-hour writing workshop. Through meditative prompts and reflective practices, explore the subtle beauty of nature’s stillness and channel its tranquility into your words. Perfect for writers seeking inspiration in silence and connection with the season’s serene energy. Whether you’re journaling, crafting poetry, or writing prose, this workshop offers a peaceful space to create and reflect amidst winter’s calm.
Saturday, January 11, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Winds of Change | Writing to Inspire Movements
Harness the power of words to ignite transformation. In Winds of Change: Writing to Inspire Movements, we’ll explore how mindfulness and creativity can fuel impactful writing. Whether you’re passionate about social justice, environmental advocacy, or personal transformation, this workshop will guide you in crafting messages that resonate and inspire action.
Saturday, January 25, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
February 2025
Wildcrafted Words | Hiking, Hot Cocoa, & Haikus
Step into the serene beauty of winter with our Hiking, Hot Chocolate & Haikus workshop! This two-hour experience combines a peaceful 30-minute hike through (hopefully) snow-dusted trails with warm, steaming cups of hot cocoa and the art of haiku writing.
Saturday, February 8, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Winds of Change | The Pen’s Tool: Writing as a Tool for Social Justice
Discover how your words can become a powerful tool for peaceful resistance and advocacy for equity at Columbus Writers Studio. This two-hour workshop combines mindfulness, thought-provoking readings, and inspiring writing prompts to help you channel your passion for social justice into impactful writing. Together, we’ll explore how writers throughout history have used their voices to inspire change—and how you can too.
Saturday, February 22, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Write Here, Write Now | Birdsong: Writing with the Music of Nature
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of birds through this guided outdoor writing experience. At the serene Touch the Earth Natural Area, you’ll tune into the symphony of spring birdsong while participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count. Through mindfulness, observation, and creative prompts, we’ll craft pieces that capture the beauty, movement, and symbolism of birds in our lives. Perfect for writers of all levels, this workshop will deepen your connection to both nature and your creative spirit.
Sunday, February 23, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
March 2025
Wildcrafted Words | Season of Rebirth: Writing Renewal
Spring is a season of transformation, growth, and hope. Join us for Season of Rebirth: Writing Renewal, a two-hour mindful writing workshop inspired by the beauty and symbolism of spring. Through guided meditations, literary exploration, and creative prompts, you’ll write about renewal in nature, relationships, and life. Perfect for writers of all levels seeking to tap into the spirit of change and possibility.
Saturday, March 8, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Winds of Change | Rise Up, Write Down: The Art of Resistance
Through thought-provoking prompts, inspiring readings from trailblazing writers, and a supportive community, you’ll craft prose and poetry that doesn’t just reflect the world as it is but dares to envision what it could be. Whether you’re writing to amplify marginalized voices, advocate for equity, or simply make sense of the world, this workshop will empower you to use your pen as a force for resistance and transformation.
Saturday, March 29, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Write Here, Write Now | Bridge Reflections: Writing Between the Horizons
Bridge Reflections: Writing Between Horizons
Explore the transformative metaphor of bridges in this two-hour writing workshop. Guided by mindfulness and creative prompts, you’ll craft narratives about transitions, connections, and possibilities. Whether you’re reflecting on personal growth, life changes, or relationships, this workshop will help you find the words to bridge your experiences and imagination. Perfect for writers of all levels.
Sunday, March 30, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
April 2025
Wildcrafted Words | Rainy Reflections
Celebrate the beauty of spring rains in Rainy Reflections, a two-hour mindful writing workshop that draws inspiration from the sights, sounds, and smells of rainfall. Through sensory-driven prompts, literary exploration, and meditative exercises, you’ll craft vivid pieces that capture the essence of renewal and transformation. Perfect for writers of all levels seeking to connect with nature and creativity.
Saturday, April 12, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Winds of Change | Echoes of the Earth: Writing in Defense of Our Planet
The natural world speaks in whispers, rustling leaves, and crashing waves, reminding us of its beauty and fragility. Echoes of the Earth is an invitation to listen deeply and respond through the power of your words. With mindful writing prompts, uplifting readings from nature’s greatest advocates, and the support of a community that shares your passion, you’ll craft pieces that celebrate the earth and call others to protect it.
Saturday, April 26, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Write Here, Write Now | Courthouse Chronicles: Writing at the Heart of History
Step into the grandeur of our historic courthouse and let its architecture, stories, and memorials ignite your creativity. In this two-hour workshop, you’ll craft narratives inspired by the courthouse—whether legal thrillers, historical essays, or personal reflections. Join us for a writing experience that bridges history, memory, and storytelling. Perfect for writers of all levels.
Sunday, April 27, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
May 2025
Wildcrafted Words | Language of Petal: Exploring the Symbolism of Flowers
Discover the profound beauty and symbolism of flowers and plants in The Language of Petals. This two-hour mindful writing workshop invites you to explore themes of resilience, connection, and growth through nature-inspired prompts and literary exploration. Immerse yourself in the language of blooms and transform their quiet wisdom into powerful personal narratives or poetry. Perfect for writers of all levels looking to deepen their connection to nature and creativity.
Saturday, May 10, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Winds of Change | Transformative Tales: Stories for a Just Future
Harness the power of storytelling to envision a better world. In Transformative Tales: Stories for a Just Future, you’ll explore how narrative can inspire solutions to today’s most pressing social and ecological challenges.This workshop blends mindfulness, creativity, and a deep connection to nature. Through guided writing exercises, group discussions, and inspiring prompts, you’ll craft compelling stories that spark change and foster hope.
Saturday, May 24, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Write Here, Write Now | River Reflections: Writing by the Water
Join us at Mill Race Park for a serene two-hour writing workshop by the river. Let the water’s flow inspire meditative or dynamic prose as we explore themes of serenity, transformation, and connection. With mindful observation and thoughtful prompts, you’ll craft pieces that capture the essence of the river and its timeless wisdom. Whether you’re new to writing or a seasoned storyteller, this workshop offers an inspiring space to reflect and create.
Sunday, May 25, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
June, July, August 2025 | Schedule Coming Soon
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