Fall 2008 Workshops at Writers & Books

Special Topics

Storytelling: Leading Change Through Narrative

FA9-T01
3 Thursdays, 4:30–6:30 p.m.
Oct. 23 through Nov. 6
$62 W&B members / $65 general public
Instructor: Leah Ruekberg, with guest presentations by Mary Harrisand Ann Leonard

Effective storytelling is a powerful tool in organizational change and influence. In this workshop, you’ll learn: 1) what storytelling means for organizations; 2) the six types of stories that serve to persuade, motivate, and inspire; 3) how to craft an authenticstory that works for your organization. We will draw on many sources in the growing area of organizational storytelling, with particular emphasis on the book The Story Factorby Annette Simmons (recommended but not required for the workshop). This workshop is appropriate for anyone in a formal or informal leadership position who wishes to explore a creative way to bring about positive change in organizations.

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Writing the Labyrinth

FA9-T02
1 Saturday, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Nov. 1
$39 W&B members / $43 general public
Instructor: Karen vanMeenen

A leading labyrinth researcher writes, “A walker leaving the labyrinth is not the same person who entered it, but has been born again into a new phase or level of existence.” Join us for a brief introduction to the labyrinth as an ancient tool for healing and creativity and a walk (or two) on a canvas six-circuit Cretan labyrinth. After the walk, participants will have the opportunity to respond to writing prompts about this experience and to share their reactions and writings with the group.

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Bicycling Literary Rochester

FA9-T03
One Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sept. 20
$49 W&B members / $55 general public
Facilitators: George McDade and Steven Huff

Here’s a chance to investigate the little-known corners of literary Rochester. See where Shirley Jackson, Adelaide Crapsey, Emma Goldman and others lived. Visit the grave site of the man who was the model for Kurt Vonnegut’s hero Billy Pilgrim. And much more. We’ll ride at a safe and leisurely pace. The price of the class will include a rest stop lunch at Writers & Books. Each participant must have a bicycle, helmet, and lock, and must convene at Writers & Books at 10 a.m. Wear clothing appropriate to the weather. Rain date: Sept. 27. Limit 12 participants. We ask that registrations be made no later than Sept. 15.

Course Canceled

Lives & Legacies: Searching for the Feminine Story, a Workshop & Dialogue for Women

FA9-T04
2 Saturdays, 10 a.m.–noon
Oct. 4 through 11
$49 W&B members / $55 general public
Instructor: Almeta Whitis

The universal truths found in stories encompass class, race, gender, religious, ethnicity, economic, political, geographic and social constraints. Stories effectively connect people in profound and valuable ways. Storytelling is about connection, helping people to take a risk and reveal something about themselves. In this workshop, participants will explore a woman’s life story in order to discover the lessons found there. Using story, we will recreate and explore the tradition of honoring elder women as the nurturers and educators for younger women, as well as their historic role as the supporters of the mental, spiritual and emotional\ health of the community.

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Writing Aerobics

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