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SUMMARY:Intro to the Novel
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help you understand the process of writing a novel so you can get started putting pen to paper. The workshop will focus on everything from generating ideas to developing characters to establishing point of view. Participants will discuss many elements of fiction (dialogue\, scene\, etc.) but the emphasis will be on discovering the writing process that works best for each writer.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/intro-to-novel/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T153000
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
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SUMMARY:Teen Open Mic @ The Writer's Center
DESCRIPTION:A special Open Mic to uplift the voices and work of the teenagers in our community. \nProse\, poetry\, and spoken word Open Mic @ The Writer’s Center! All writers are welcome to come and share 4-5 minutes of their latest work. \n\nSign-up starts at 1:45pm\, and readings begin promptly at 2pm.\nLimited to 20 readers\, so arrive early if you plan to read.\n\nSponsored by Poet Lore\, America’s oldest poetry magazine. \nFREE and open to the public.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/teen-open-mic-writers-center/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T160000
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SUMMARY:Caroline Bock Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:The Writer’s Center welcomes novelist Caroline Bock for a reading and a wide-ranging discussion of the writing life and publishing journeys\, as she celebrates the publication of her first novel for adults\, The Other Beautiful People. Caroline is in conversation with Writer’s Center Executive & Artistic Director Zach Powers\, who will also share from his new novel\, The Migraine Diaries. A wine and cheese reception will follow for all\, along with book signings. \nFree and open to all. RSVP here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/caroline-bock-book-launch/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260527T155718Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Book Club with Brittany Rogers
DESCRIPTION:Poet Lore\, America’s oldest poetry journal and The Writer’s Center welcomes poet Brittany Rogers to our monthly Virtual Poetry Book Club for a discussion of her collection\, Good Dress. Brittany is joined by Book Club Host\, Hannah Grieco. \nWe encourage you to order a copy of the book from your local\, independent bookseller or online » \nFREE & open to the public. RSVP here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/poetry-book-club-with-brittany-rogers/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T210000
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260527T155619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T155619Z
UID:10001861-1781118000-1781125200@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Open Mic @ The Writer's Center
DESCRIPTION:Prose\, poetry\, and spoken word Open Mic @ The Writer’s Center! All writers are welcome to come and share 4-5 minutes of their latest work. \n\nSign-up starts at 6:45pm\, and readings begin promptly at 7pm.\nLimited to 20 readers\, so arrive early if you plan to read.\n\nSponsored by Poet Lore\, America’s oldest poetry magazine. \nFREE and open to the public. Please note that we no longer offer advance sign-up.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/open-mic-writers-center/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260527T160501Z
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SUMMARY:Book Launch for Handbook of Foams/Manual de espumas
DESCRIPTION:Join Francisco Aragón and a constellation of DC-area poets to celebrate Handbook of Foams/Manual de espumas by Gerardo Diego\, translated by Francisco Aragón. \nGerardo Diego was arguably the least known of Spain’s “generation of 27\,” which included Federico Garcia Lorca. \nWritten in 1922 when the poet was 26\, Handbook of Foams was one of the most important eruptions in the early phase of the 20th century Spanish avant-garde. Aragón’s rendering is the first English translation. \nFREE & open to the public\, RSVP required here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/book-launch-for-handbook-of-foams-manual-de-espumas/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260512T155516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T155516Z
UID:10001807-1781222400-1781308799@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Intro to the Novel
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help you understand the process of writing a novel so you can get started putting pen to paper. The workshop will focus on everything from generating ideas to developing characters to establishing point of view. Participants will discuss many elements of fiction (dialogue\, scene\, etc.) but the emphasis will be on discovering the writing process that works best for each writer.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/intro-to-novel/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T194141Z
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SUMMARY:Book Launch for Writer Abby Reid
DESCRIPTION:The Writer’s Center welcomes writer Abby Reid for a reading from her new book\, How to Write Like a Human: Writing for Work\, School\, and Life—Without AI.  \nFREE & open to the public. RSVP here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/book-launch-for-writer-abby-reid/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T193000
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CREATED:20260527T194303Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Writers Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Are you a writer who identifies as LGBTQ+? Let’s hang out and talk writing! Come join us for an informal gathering at The Writer’s Center. Please bring a drink or an appetizer that serves six. You’re welcome to bring a friend\, too. \nFREE & open to all DMV writers who identify as LGBTQ+. RSVP required here. \nAttending? We encourage you to become a member of The Writer’s Center for only $65/year »
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/lgbtq-writers-mixer-2/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260512T155516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T155516Z
UID:10001808-1781827200-1781913599@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Intro to the Novel
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help you understand the process of writing a novel so you can get started putting pen to paper. The workshop will focus on everything from generating ideas to developing characters to establishing point of view. Participants will discuss many elements of fiction (dialogue\, scene\, etc.) but the emphasis will be on discovering the writing process that works best for each writer.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/intro-to-novel/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260527T194439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T194449Z
UID:10001867-1782050400-1782054000@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Fiction Book Club with Lauren D. Woods
DESCRIPTION:The Writer’s Center welcomes author Lauren D. Woods\, to our monthly Fiction Book Club for a discussion of her most recent novel\, The Great Grown-Up Game of Make-Believe\, at The Writer’s Center! Zach is joined by Book Club Host\, Hannah Grieco. \nWe encourage you to order a copy of the book from your local\, independent bookseller or online directly from the publisher» \n***The above link will give you a 22% discount and free shipping*** \nFREE & open to the public. RSVP here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/fiction-book-club-with-lauren-d-woods/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T210000
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260527T194551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T194551Z
UID:10001868-1782327600-1782334800@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Open Mic @ The Writer's Center
DESCRIPTION:Prose\, poetry\, and spoken word Open Mic @ The Writer’s Center! All writers are welcome to come and share 4-5 minutes of their latest work. \n\nSign-up starts at 6:45pm\, and readings begin promptly at 7pm.\nLimited to 20 readers\, so arrive early if you plan to read.\n\nSponsored by Poet Lore\, America’s oldest poetry magazine. \nFREE and open to the public. Please note that we no longer offer advance sign-up.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/open-mic-writers-center/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260512T155516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T155516Z
UID:10001809-1782432000-1782518399@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Intro to the Novel
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help you understand the process of writing a novel so you can get started putting pen to paper. The workshop will focus on everything from generating ideas to developing characters to establishing point of view. Participants will discuss many elements of fiction (dialogue\, scene\, etc.) but the emphasis will be on discovering the writing process that works best for each writer.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/intro-to-novel/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T153000
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260527T194800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T194800Z
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SUMMARY:Melanie McCabe & Brad Barkley Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:The Writer’s Center welcomes writers Melanie McCabe and Brad Barkley for a reading from their respective novels\, Road Longer Than Memory and The Reel Life of Zara Kegg. \nFREE & open to the public. RSVP here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/melanie-mccabe-brad-barkley-book-launch/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T180000
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260527T194943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T194943Z
UID:10001871-1782640800-1782669600@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Washington Writers' Publishing House Capital Love LitFest
DESCRIPTION:The Capital Love LitFest is an 8-hour literary salon of writing workshops\, deep-dive literary discussions\, and poetry and prose readings from the new WWPH pocket-sized anthology\, Capital Love. The Capital Love LitFest\, and our anthology\, are dedicated to all those who believe love is the antidote to hate\, and that love is action\, intent\, healing\, and hope. \nThis event is a pay-as-you-can literary event designed to inspire and generate your writing\, deepen your craft\, introduce you to your Washington Writers’ Publishing House’s community\, and raise up our collective voices in literary solidarity. Attendance will be limited to 120 people\, which is the capacity for the theater at The Writer’s Center\, so reserve your seat now.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/washington-writers-publishing-house-capital-love-litfest/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260512T155516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T155516Z
UID:10001810-1783036800-1783123199@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Intro to the Novel
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help you understand the process of writing a novel so you can get started putting pen to paper. The workshop will focus on everything from generating ideas to developing characters to establishing point of view. Participants will discuss many elements of fiction (dialogue\, scene\, etc.) but the emphasis will be on discovering the writing process that works best for each writer.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/intro-to-novel/2026-07-03/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T184500
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260520T155013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T155013Z
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SUMMARY:The Magic Duel Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:Two rival magicians battle it out — you choose the challenges and the winner!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/magic-duel-comedy-show/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T184500
DTSTAMP:20260601T025134
CREATED:20260520T155013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T155013Z
UID:10001830-1788022800-1788029100@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:The Magic Duel Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:Two rival magicians battle it out — you choose the challenges and the winner!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/magic-duel-comedy-show/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Performance
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