Intensive Workshops

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  Sat, Jan 10

  Clarity Through Creativity: A Workshop for Crossroads, Questions, & New Direction with Jan Greenfield (In-Person) / 

  Sleepy Hollow

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  Jan 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

  Sleepy Hollow, 300 Riverside Dr, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591, USA

  Inspired by the Painting Your Personal Mythology method, we’ll use intuitive prompts, visual storytelling, and journaling to bypass the inner critic and tap into the quiet clarity waiting beneath the noise.
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  Sun, Jan 11

  Invisible Kith: Writing Poems About Unexpected Loss with Joan Kwon Glass (Zoom)  / 

  Zoom

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  Jan 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

  Zoom

  In this single session, generative workshop, we will read & write grief poems about loss to suicide, addiction, violence, accidents, etc. How might we convey the distinct grief experiences of sudden loss?
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  Sat, Jan 17

  It’s All About Me: Finding Your Place in the World and the Poem: A Poetry Workshop with Alexis Sears (Zoom)  / 

  Zoom

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  Jan 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

  Zoom

  In this single-session workshop, we’ll explore the art of writing the self without falling into cliché, diary-entry confessionalism.
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  Sat, Jan 17

  The Rhythm of Return: Pantoum Poetry Workshop with Phylisha Villanueva (In-Person) / 

  Sleepy Hollow

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  Jan 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

  Sleepy Hollow, 300 Riverside Dr, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591, USA

  Participants will leave with a draft of their own pantoum and a renewed understanding of poetry’s power to honor the richness and complexity of human experience.
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  Sun, Jan 25

  A Deep Dive Into Small Press Publishing with Diane Goettel (Zoom) / 

  Zoom

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  Jan 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

  Zoom

  We will discuss the publishing landscape at large, the current state of affairs in small press publishing, small press editing and management, and more. This workshop will be useful for first-time authors and those interested in publishing with small presses.
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  Sat, Jan 31

  Assemble Your Poetry Manuscript with Jennifer Perrine (Zoom) / 

  Zoom

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  Jan 31, 2026, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM

  Zoom

  This class will offer methods for assembling a poetry collection, including exercises to help you identify themes, experiment with sequence and structure, and recognize opportunities for further development.
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  Sun, Feb 01

  Love Poems: A Generative Workshop with Kim Addonizio (via Zoom)  / 

  Zoom

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  Feb 01, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

  Zoom

  Be ready to write, and maybe draft a poem or three for a special someone in time for Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re drowning in love or searching for it, come and share your memories and observations about this essential human emotion.
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  Thu, Feb 05

  Conversations in Craft with Mahogany L. Browne: NEW DATE (Zoom)  / 

  Zoom

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  Feb 05, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM

  Zoom

  The Hudson Valley Writers Center is proud to present a monthly craft series featuring four award-winning writers & beloved teachers.