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SUMMARY:PAINT & SIP: Lazy River
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 16 •  5 – 7 pm \n(Adults only) \nBring your choice of beverage and a friend as we paint together! Using acrylic painting techniques\, artist Karen Mazzoline will guide you through the process of creating your very own lazy riverbed! Learn how to layer and blend colors of lush blues and greens while enjoying a night out with friends! No experience is necessary and all materials will be provided. \nTo register\, call 906-484-1333 or register online.  \nClass Fee: $40.00 \n 
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/paint-sip-lazy-river/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Writers Programs
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SUMMARY:WRITER'S WORKSHOP: Development of a Novel from the Fearless Standpoint
DESCRIPTION:WRITER’S WORKSHOP: Development of a Novel from the Fearless Standpoint with author/educator Joseph D. Haske\nOctober 1-3\, 2026\n9:30 AM – 4:00 PM each day\n\nJoin acclaimed author and educator Joseph D. Haske for an immersive 3-day writers workshop designed to help you break through creative barriers and develop your novel with fearless clarity. Whether you’re at the beginning of your writing journey\, tangled in the middle\, or polishing a final draft\, this workshop offers the tools and inspiration to take your novel to the next level.\n\nWhat’s Included:\n\nThree Full Days of in-depth instruction and guidance from Joseph D. Haske\, a respected novelist and educator.\nHands-on sessions covering narrative structure\, character development\, plotting\, writing routines\, revisions\, and the path to publication\nA welcoming space to connect with fellow writers and share your journey\nLunch/snacks provided each day\n\n\n$300 per person.\n\nClass size is limited to allow for maximum attention to the individuals attending.\n\nTO REGISTER: Call the Hessel School House at 906-484-1333 or register online\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=31251&action=ticket&action_ticket=57160
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/writers-workshop-development-of-a-novel-from-the-fearless-standpoint-2/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
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SUMMARY:Write Across Generations: A Prose and Poetry Workshop Rooted in Memory
DESCRIPTION:WRITE ACROSS GENERATIONS: A PROSE & POETRY WORKSHOP ROOTED IN MEMORY \nSet in the quiet beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula\, this workshop invites writers to explore how memory shapes our creative lives. Join Helen Raica-Klotz and Ellen Lord for a day of prose and poetry inspired by the stories we inherit\, the places that hold us\, and the moments that stay. \nHelen will guide participants through prose exercises that transform lived experience into vivid narrative. Ellen will lead a poetry session focused on emotional truth\, sensory recall\, and the deep-rooted landscapes of personal history. \nThis generational workshop welcomes writers of all ages and experience levels. Come ready to remember\, reflect\, and write. \nThe schedule could be as follows: \n10 am: coffee and introductions \n10:30 am – 12 pm: Workshop One: Poetry with Ellen \n12 – 1 pm: lunch and author panel discussion/reading \n1 – 2:30 pm: Workshop Two: Prose with Helen \n2:30 – 3 pm: readings from participants \nWorkshop Fee: $60 Per person\, includes coffee/water\, lunch and materials. \nTo Register: Call 906-484-1333 or REGISTER ONLINE \nHelen Raica-Klotz\nEllen Lord
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/write-across-generations-a-prose-and-poetry-workshop-rooted-in-memory/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
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SUMMARY:Flash Fiction Workshop with Chad V. Broughman
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 30\, 2027\n1:00 – 4:00 PM\n\nFlash Fiction Workshop with Chad V. Broughman\n\nBig stories can come in small packages! Discover the art of telling a compelling story in just a few hundred words during this engaging Flash Fiction Workshop with award-winning author Chad V. Broughman. \nFlash fiction is a unique form of creative writing that packs an entire story—complete with memorable characters\, emotion\, and a satisfying ending—into a remarkably short space\, often 1\,000 words or less. Every word counts\, making it a fun and rewarding way to spark creativity\, sharpen your writing skills\, and explore the power of storytelling. \nWhether you’re an experienced writer or simply curious about putting pen to paper\, this three-hour workshop offers an opportunity to explore the craft of short-form fiction\, experiment with new ideas\, and discover how even the smallest stories can leave a lasting impression. \n\nJoin us at Hessel School House for an inspiring afternoon of creativity\, imagination\, and storytelling. You might be surprised by just how much you can say in so few words! \nClass Fee: $60.00 \n\nTO REGISTER: Call Hessel School House at 906-484-1333 or register online at  https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=36041&action=ticket&action_ticket=69464\n  \nAbout the Instructor \nChad V. Broughman is an accomplished author\, educator\, and award-winning fiction writer. His novel\, The Fall of Bellwether\, has earned numerous literary honors\, including the Hawthorne Prize\, Best Historical Fiction Novel of 2024\, and the 2025 Reader Views Silver Award for Classic-Historical Fiction. \nHe is also the author of two acclaimed short story collections\, The Forsaken and Slighted\, published by Etchings Press. His short fiction has appeared in literary journals and anthologies around the world\, earning recognition that includes Best of the Net and Pushcart Prize nominations. \nBroughman holds an MFA from Spalding University and teaches English and Creative Writing at both the secondary and college levels. A northern Michigan resident\, he enjoys fishing\, family life\, and spending time outdoors when he’s not writing.
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/flash-fiction-workshop-with-chad-v-broughman/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
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