PORTAL writing
POETRY HOUR
An ongoing creative writing group for formerly incarcerated and/or system-impacted writers, focused on stories (memoir, fiction, and creative nonfiction)
Join us on
Thursday, June 19
to celebrate JUNETEENTH with poet
Däshaun Washington
Stegner Fellow for poetry at Stanford University
(find out more atDashaunWashington.com)
Come hear Däshaun read
with time afterwards for conversation and connection!
Free Event
Open to all who are interested in creative writing, poetry, and community connection.
ABOUT portal
Community
A supportive space for formerly incarcerated and system-impacted writers to connect and grow.
Stories
Focus on memoir, fiction, and creative nonfiction to share experiences and perspectives.
Healing
Using the power of writing and storytelling as tools for healing and transformation.
PORTAL provides an ongoing creative writing group specifically designed for formerly incarcerated and/or system-impacted writers. Our workshops offer a supportive environment where writers can develop their craft, share their experiences, and connect with others who understand their journey.
Celebrating Juneteenth
Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It marks June 19, 1865, when news of the end of slavery reached Texas. This celebration of freedom and African American culture features music, food, and community gatherings, while serving as a time for reflection, education, and action toward equality.
This event is sponsored by
Francesca Bell
Marin County Poet Laureate
Join Us for This Special Event
Space may be limited. Let us know you're coming!
Or email us at portalwriting@gmail.com
