Workshop: The Hatchery: Nurturing Creative Writers of Color

Tuesday, 4/13/2021
6:00 - 8:00
Virtual Library
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United States


Free monthly writing workshop providing a safe, supportive space for self-identified writers of color to explore race, class, culture, gender and identity. We welcome all ages and all ranges of writers, from beginning to seasoned professionals, working in any genre. 

Work at your own pace to develop your unique voice and style in a warm, multicultural workshop setting. Bring writing to share, write to prompts or just come and listen.

Guest appearance by Tehmina Khan, south Asian Muslim poet and poetry professor at City College of San Francisco offering readings, writing prompts, sharing  discussion on  "Speaking the Unspeakable: The Poet's Responsibility.”

Moderated by Shizue Seigel, Japanese American writer, artist and editor of the community anthologies Civil Liberties United (2019), Endangered Species, Enduring Values (2018) and Standing Strong! Fillmore & Japantown (2016).

Meets the second Tuesday of the month.


Discover new titles, share inspiring works and participate in challenges and contests. 


This program is sponsored by Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.


Attending Programs

For questions about the program or help registering, contact sfplcpp@sfpl.orgAll programs are drop-in (no registration necessary) unless otherwise noted. All SFPL locations are wheelchair accessible. For accommodations (such as ASL or language interpretation), call (415) 557-4557 or contact accessibility@sfpl.org. Requesting at least 3 business days in advance will help ensure availability.

Notice: This event may be filmed or photographed. By participating in this event, you consent to have your likeness used for the Library’s archival purposes and promotional materials. If you do not want to be photographed, please inform a staff person or the photographer. A sticker will be provided to help identify you so that we can avoid capturing your image.


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