River Heron Writing Workshops

River Heron offers writers opportunities to further enhance their writing skills through our structured and generative workshops. Our sessions are facilitated by experienced writers and editors who share a passion for writing. Our workshops follow the Amherst Writers and Artists model which stresses positive reinforcement and the uniqueness of each writer’s voice. Our emphasis is on helping you evolve as a writer.

Clicking on an image will link you to the specific workshop page which includes the full description, facilitator bio, dates, time, cost, and a link to register.

For indicated workshops (*), sign up for the waitlist for the next series of workshops. You will be notified as soon as an opening or registration becomes available.

Fall Workshop Schedule

Artful Writing: An Ekphrastic Workshop

Managing Your Muse: Creative Writing Experience

Poetry Boost: From Title to Publication

Dreamworlds: Writing to Surrealist Art

Leaping Language: Exploring the Dynamics of Simile and Metaphor

Poetry as a Coping Tool

Second Sunday Book Club

The Hybrid Poem: What, Why, How?

Braiding Poetry, Art, and Reflection: A Generative Workshop

For the Writer in Your Life

Choose a workshop for your favorite writer. It’s the perfect all-occasion gift. We will create a printable gift certificate for you to give. Workshops are exchangeable for a different choice.