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Wed, Jul 2, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
First Reformed United Church of Christ
Wed, Jul 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Danville Critique group meets at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 301 W. 2nd St. Berwick, PA on the first and third Wednesdays. All meetings at 7PM. Contact Dave Freas with any questions.
Wed, Jul 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM
They meet by Zoom on the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. People interested can contact Sandra Skowron and she will send the link. They critique up to 20 double-spaced pages at each meeting.
Thu, Jul 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Jul 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Jul 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Jul 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Jul 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Jul 5, 2025 at 12:00 PM
1st Saturday of each month, MVP (Meadville Vicinity Pennwriters), Meets at Saegertown Area Library and on Zoom.
Leader: Janet Wells
Sun, Jul 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Jul 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Jul 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Mon, Jul 7, 2025 at 7:30 PM
A critique group of various genres meets on Zoom the first Monday of the month except for on holidays. Contact Terry Friedman for more information.
Tue, Jul 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Jul 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Jul 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
This intensive 4-week screenwriting course is designed for writers transitioning from prose to screenplays. It focuses on crafting compelling action descriptions, mastering pacing, and developing strong characters within the unique constraints of the screenplay format. Participants will learn to create vivid, cinematic scenes through carefully chosen words and will develop the first act of their screenplay. The course combines on-demand lectures, asynchronous writing exercises, and weekly workshops to provide a comprehensive learning experience.
Wed, Jul 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Jul 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Jul 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Jul 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Jul 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Jul 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Jul 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM
2nd Saturday of each month, EVP (Erie Vicinity Pennwriters), Meets at the Erie Library Millcreek Branch –Suite 280, 1-4 PM. Leader: Todd Main
Sun, Jul 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Jul 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Jul 14, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Mon, Jul 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Writers at Work is a monthly writing group meeting in the North Hills. It is an assignment-based group mostly focusing on flash fiction, facilitated for over 16 years by Hanna Haatainen-Caye. They meet the second Monday of the month from 7-9 p.m. in Ross Township. The group is open to writers of all levels. Contact Hana at hcayek@comcast.net or 412-364-0877.
Tue, Jul 15, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
York County Critique Group
Contact Hermina Boyle
Monthly, usually the third Tuesday of the month
Online only: Contact coordinator for instructions and link
Tue, Jul 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Jul 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
This group will meet the third Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Panera Bread in Lime Spring Square, 130 Rohrerstown Rd.
Mystery/thriller writers who are published or aspiring to be published are welcome.
How it Works:
Each month, group members can submit up to 10 pages (1-inch margins, double-spaced, 12 pt font) of a work in progress for critique. Submissions should be made by the second Tuesday of the month, allowing group members enough time to read submissions and prepare thoughtful critiques.
Interested writers should contact group organizer Jennifer Ericson at jericson@ezsolution.com.
Tue, Jul 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM
This intensive 4-week screenwriting course is designed for writers transitioning from prose to screenplays. It focuses on crafting compelling action descriptions, mastering pacing, and developing strong characters within the unique constraints of the screenplay format. Participants will learn to create vivid, cinematic scenes through carefully chosen words and will develop the first act of their screenplay. The course combines on-demand lectures, asynchronous writing exercises, and weekly workshops to provide a comprehensive learning experience.
Wed, Jul 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
First Reformed United Church of Christ
Wed, Jul 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Danville Critique group meets at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 301 W. 2nd St. Berwick, PA on the first and third Wednesdays. All meetings at 7PM. Contact Dave Freas with any questions.
Thu, Jul 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Jul 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Jul 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Jul 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Jul 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Jul 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM
3rd Saturday of each month, SVP (Shenango Valley Pennwriters), Currently meeting online. Leader: Catherine E. McLean
Sun, Jul 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Jul 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Jul 21, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Jul 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Jul 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Jul 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM
This intensive 4-week screenwriting course is designed for writers transitioning from prose to screenplays. It focuses on crafting compelling action descriptions, mastering pacing, and developing strong characters within the unique constraints of the screenplay format. Participants will learn to create vivid, cinematic scenes through carefully chosen words and will develop the first act of their screenplay. The course combines on-demand lectures, asynchronous writing exercises, and weekly workshops to provide a comprehensive learning experience.
Wed, Jul 23, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Fourth Wednesday Critique Group Online
Contact Amy Gunarich
Monthly exchange and review via Google Docs
Online only: Contact coordinator for instructions and link
New Cumberland Library’s back annex
Wed, Jul 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM
4th Wednesday Write‘s Group In-Person
Bring 10 copies of up to 5 pages, double-spaced. All genres welcome.
Contact Tina Crone
Meets 4th Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. at the New Cumberland Library’s back annex
(1 Benjamin Plaza, New Cumberland). Please note: the group only meets based upon monthly need. Please email Tina if you plan to attend on a given month
Thu, Jul 24, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Jul 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Jul 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Jul 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Jul 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Jul 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM
4th Saturday of each month, EVP, Barnes & Noble (Peach Street, Erie), 1-4 PM. Leader: Todd Main
Sun, Jul 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Jul 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Jul 28, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Jul 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Jul 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Jul 29, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Jul 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM
This intensive 4-week screenwriting course is designed for writers transitioning from prose to screenplays. It focuses on crafting compelling action descriptions, mastering pacing, and developing strong characters within the unique constraints of the screenplay format. Participants will learn to create vivid, cinematic scenes through carefully chosen words and will develop the first act of their screenplay. The course combines on-demand lectures, asynchronous writing exercises, and weekly workshops to provide a comprehensive learning experience.
Wed, Jul 30, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Jul 31, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Jul 31, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Last Thursday of the Month Coffee and Conversation at the Barnes & Noble Café at Settlers Ridge. Join us to have a cup of coffee and open conversation about anything writing or publishing related. As always, weather can be an issue this time of year, so email Annette Dashofy at annettedashofy@gmail.com if the roads are questionable that morning.
Thu, Jul 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Jul 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Aug 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Aug 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Aug 2, 2025 at 12:00 PM
1st Saturday of each month, MVP (Meadville Vicinity Pennwriters), Meets at Saegertown Area Library and on Zoom.
Leader: Janet Wells
Sun, Aug 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Aug 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Aug 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Mon, Aug 4, 2025 at 7:30 PM
A critique group of various genres meets on Zoom the first Monday of the month except for on holidays. Contact Terry Friedman for more information.
Tue, Aug 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Aug 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Wed, Aug 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Wed, Aug 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM
This unique and transformative online four-week course immerses writers in the art of storytelling itself, helping them understand how to captivate readers, evoke emotion, and craft narratives that linger long after the final sentence.
Through a series of dynamic sessions, you’ll explore the core principles of storytelling, focusing on how to create impactful and memorable short stories.
In four interactive 90-minute sessions, you’ll delve into everything from plot creation and character development to the art of editing and rewriting. By the end of the course, you’ll have the tools to confidently craft compelling narratives and take your storytelling skills to the next level.
First Reformed United Church of Christ
Wed, Aug 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Danville Critique group meets at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 301 W. 2nd St. Berwick, PA on the first and third Wednesdays. All meetings at 7PM. Contact Dave Freas with any questions.
Wed, Aug 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM
They meet by Zoom on the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. People interested can contact Sandra Skowron and she will send the link. They critique up to 20 double-spaced pages at each meeting.
Thu, Aug 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Aug 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Aug 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Aug 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Aug 9, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Aug 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM
2nd Saturday of each month, EVP (Erie Vicinity Pennwriters), Meets at the Erie Library Millcreek Branch –Suite 280, 1-4 PM. Leader: Todd Main
Sun, Aug 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Aug 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Aug 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Mon, Aug 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Writers at Work is a monthly writing group meeting in the North Hills. It is an assignment-based group mostly focusing on flash fiction, facilitated for over 16 years by Hanna Haatainen-Caye. They meet the second Monday of the month from 7-9 p.m. in Ross Township. The group is open to writers of all levels. Contact Hana at hcayek@comcast.net or 412-364-0877.
Tue, Aug 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Aug 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Wed, Aug 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Wed, Aug 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
This unique and transformative online four-week course immerses writers in the art of storytelling itself, helping them understand how to captivate readers, evoke emotion, and craft narratives that linger long after the final sentence.
Through a series of dynamic sessions, you’ll explore the core principles of storytelling, focusing on how to create impactful and memorable short stories.
In four interactive 90-minute sessions, you’ll delve into everything from plot creation and character development to the art of editing and rewriting. By the end of the course, you’ll have the tools to confidently craft compelling narratives and take your storytelling skills to the next level.
Thu, Aug 14, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Aug 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Aug 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Aug 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Aug 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Aug 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM
3rd Saturday of each month, SVP (Shenango Valley Pennwriters), Currently meeting online. Leader: Catherine E. McLean
Sun, Aug 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Aug 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Aug 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Aug 19, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
York County Critique Group
Contact Hermina Boyle
Monthly, usually the third Tuesday of the month
Online only: Contact coordinator for instructions and link
Tue, Aug 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Aug 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
This group will meet the third Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Panera Bread in Lime Spring Square, 130 Rohrerstown Rd.
Mystery/thriller writers who are published or aspiring to be published are welcome.
How it Works:
Each month, group members can submit up to 10 pages (1-inch margins, double-spaced, 12 pt font) of a work in progress for critique. Submissions should be made by the second Tuesday of the month, allowing group members enough time to read submissions and prepare thoughtful critiques.
Interested writers should contact group organizer Jennifer Ericson at jericson@ezsolution.com.
Wed, Aug 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Wed, Aug 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM
This unique and transformative online four-week course immerses writers in the art of storytelling itself, helping them understand how to captivate readers, evoke emotion, and craft narratives that linger long after the final sentence.
Through a series of dynamic sessions, you’ll explore the core principles of storytelling, focusing on how to create impactful and memorable short stories.
In four interactive 90-minute sessions, you’ll delve into everything from plot creation and character development to the art of editing and rewriting. By the end of the course, you’ll have the tools to confidently craft compelling narratives and take your storytelling skills to the next level.
First Reformed United Church of Christ
Wed, Aug 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Danville Critique group meets at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 301 W. 2nd St. Berwick, PA on the first and third Wednesdays. All meetings at 7PM. Contact Dave Freas with any questions.
Thu, Aug 21, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Aug 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Aug 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Aug 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Aug 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Aug 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
4th Saturday of each month, EVP, Barnes & Noble (Peach Street, Erie), 1-4 PM. Leader: Todd Main
Sun, Aug 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Aug 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Aug 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Aug 26, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Aug 26, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Aug 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Wed, Aug 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Fourth Wednesday Critique Group Online
Contact Amy Gunarich
Monthly exchange and review via Google Docs
Online only: Contact coordinator for instructions and link
New Cumberland Library’s back annex
Wed, Aug 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM
4th Wednesday Write‘s Group In-Person
Bring 10 copies of up to 5 pages, double-spaced. All genres welcome.
Contact Tina Crone
Meets 4th Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. at the New Cumberland Library’s back annex
(1 Benjamin Plaza, New Cumberland). Please note: the group only meets based upon monthly need. Please email Tina if you plan to attend on a given month
Wed, Aug 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM
This unique and transformative online four-week course immerses writers in the art of storytelling itself, helping them understand how to captivate readers, evoke emotion, and craft narratives that linger long after the final sentence.
Through a series of dynamic sessions, you’ll explore the core principles of storytelling, focusing on how to create impactful and memorable short stories.
In four interactive 90-minute sessions, you’ll delve into everything from plot creation and character development to the art of editing and rewriting. By the end of the course, you’ll have the tools to confidently craft compelling narratives and take your storytelling skills to the next level.
Thu, Aug 28, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Aug 28, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Last Thursday of the Month Coffee and Conversation at the Barnes & Noble Café at Settlers Ridge. Join us to have a cup of coffee and open conversation about anything writing or publishing related. As always, weather can be an issue this time of year, so email Annette Dashofy at annettedashofy@gmail.com if the roads are questionable that morning.
Thu, Aug 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Aug 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Aug 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Aug 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Aug 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Aug 31, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Sep 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Mon, Sep 1, 2025 at 7:30 PM
A critique group of various genres meets on Zoom the first Monday of the month except for on holidays. Contact Terry Friedman for more information.
Tue, Sep 2, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Sep 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Sep 2, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Flash fiction is a writer‘s playground, and a useful training ground. You can experiment with a style, while committing to only a page or two. You can learn, through concentrated effort, what is, and what isn‘t, story. And as you practice, there are markets waiting for the product. This workshop will define several types of flash fiction and how they are structured, and let you try your hand. More importantly, it will teach you how to define other types, and turn the definitions into action plans. Students will be encouraged to focus on facing their weaknesses: by inventing stories that will exercise those specific, flabby writing muscles. And the instructor will give private critiques of at least three flash pieces.
Wed, Sep 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
First Reformed United Church of Christ
Wed, Sep 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Danville Critique group meets at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 301 W. 2nd St. Berwick, PA on the first and third Wednesdays. All meetings at 7PM. Contact Dave Freas with any questions.
Wed, Sep 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM
They meet by Zoom on the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. People interested can contact Sandra Skowron and she will send the link. They critique up to 20 double-spaced pages at each meeting.
Thu, Sep 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Sep 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Sep 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Sep 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Sep 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Sep 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM
1st Saturday of each month, MVP (Meadville Vicinity Pennwriters), Meets at Saegertown Area Library and on Zoom.
Leader: Janet Wells
Sun, Sep 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Sep 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Sep 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Mon, Sep 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Writers at Work is a monthly writing group meeting in the North Hills. It is an assignment-based group mostly focusing on flash fiction, facilitated for over 16 years by Hanna Haatainen-Caye. They meet the second Monday of the month from 7-9 p.m. in Ross Township. The group is open to writers of all levels. Contact Hana at hcayek@comcast.net or 412-364-0877.
Tue, Sep 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Sep 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Sep 9, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Flash fiction is a writer‘s playground, and a useful training ground. You can experiment with a style, while committing to only a page or two. You can learn, through concentrated effort, what is, and what isn‘t, story. And as you practice, there are markets waiting for the product. This workshop will define several types of flash fiction and how they are structured, and let you try your hand. More importantly, it will teach you how to define other types, and turn the definitions into action plans. Students will be encouraged to focus on facing their weaknesses: by inventing stories that will exercise those specific, flabby writing muscles. And the instructor will give private critiques of at least three flash pieces.
Wed, Sep 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Sep 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Sep 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Sep 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Sep 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Sep 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Sep 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM
2nd Saturday of each month, EVP (Erie Vicinity Pennwriters), Meets at the Erie Library Millcreek Branch –Suite 280, 1-4 PM. Leader: Todd Main
Sun, Sep 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Sep 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Sep 15, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Sep 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
York County Critique Group
Contact Hermina Boyle
Monthly, usually the third Tuesday of the month
Online only: Contact coordinator for instructions and link
Tue, Sep 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Sep 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
This group will meet the third Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Panera Bread in Lime Spring Square, 130 Rohrerstown Rd.
Mystery/thriller writers who are published or aspiring to be published are welcome.
How it Works:
Each month, group members can submit up to 10 pages (1-inch margins, double-spaced, 12 pt font) of a work in progress for critique. Submissions should be made by the second Tuesday of the month, allowing group members enough time to read submissions and prepare thoughtful critiques.
Interested writers should contact group organizer Jennifer Ericson at jericson@ezsolution.com.
Tue, Sep 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Flash fiction is a writer‘s playground, and a useful training ground. You can experiment with a style, while committing to only a page or two. You can learn, through concentrated effort, what is, and what isn‘t, story. And as you practice, there are markets waiting for the product. This workshop will define several types of flash fiction and how they are structured, and let you try your hand. More importantly, it will teach you how to define other types, and turn the definitions into action plans. Students will be encouraged to focus on facing their weaknesses: by inventing stories that will exercise those specific, flabby writing muscles. And the instructor will give private critiques of at least three flash pieces.
Wed, Sep 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
First Reformed United Church of Christ
Wed, Sep 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Danville Critique group meets at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 301 W. 2nd St. Berwick, PA on the first and third Wednesdays. All meetings at 7PM. Contact Dave Freas with any questions.
Thu, Sep 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Sep 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Sep 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Sep 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Sep 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Sep 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM
3rd Saturday of each month, SVP (Shenango Valley Pennwriters), Currently meeting online. Leader: Catherine E. McLean
Sun, Sep 21, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Sep 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Sep 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Sep 23, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Sep 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Sep 23, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Flash fiction is a writer‘s playground, and a useful training ground. You can experiment with a style, while committing to only a page or two. You can learn, through concentrated effort, what is, and what isn‘t, story. And as you practice, there are markets waiting for the product. This workshop will define several types of flash fiction and how they are structured, and let you try your hand. More importantly, it will teach you how to define other types, and turn the definitions into action plans. Students will be encouraged to focus on facing their weaknesses: by inventing stories that will exercise those specific, flabby writing muscles. And the instructor will give private critiques of at least three flash pieces.
Wed, Sep 24, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Fourth Wednesday Critique Group Online
Contact Amy Gunarich
Monthly exchange and review via Google Docs
Online only: Contact coordinator for instructions and link
New Cumberland Library’s back annex
Wed, Sep 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
4th Wednesday Write‘s Group In-Person
Bring 10 copies of up to 5 pages, double-spaced. All genres welcome.
Contact Tina Crone
Meets 4th Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. at the New Cumberland Library’s back annex
(1 Benjamin Plaza, New Cumberland). Please note: the group only meets based upon monthly need. Please email Tina if you plan to attend on a given month
Thu, Sep 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Sep 25, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Last Thursday of the Month Coffee and Conversation at the Barnes & Noble Café at Settlers Ridge. Join us to have a cup of coffee and open conversation about anything writing or publishing related. As always, weather can be an issue this time of year, so email Annette Dashofy at annettedashofy@gmail.com if the roads are questionable that morning.
Thu, Sep 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Sep 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Sep 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Sep 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Sep 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM
4th Saturday of each month, EVP, Barnes & Noble (Peach Street, Erie), 1-4 PM. Leader: Todd Main
Sun, Sep 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Sep 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Sep 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Sep 30, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Sep 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Sep 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Wed, Oct 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Wed, Oct 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM
They meet by Zoom on the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. People interested can contact Sandra Skowron and she will send the link. They critique up to 20 double-spaced pages at each meeting.
First Reformed United Church of Christ
Wed, Oct 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Danville Critique group meets at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 301 W. 2nd St. Berwick, PA on the first and third Wednesdays. All meetings at 7PM. Contact Dave Freas with any questions.
Thu, Oct 2, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Oct 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Oct 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Join Pennwriters Area 1 for 18 Workshops, two editors for pitching (Wild Rose Press and Tree Shadow Press), included lunch, books from the presenters, and a writing contest. An entire day of writing networking and information.
Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM
1st Saturday of each month, MVP (Meadville Vicinity Pennwriters), Meets at Saegertown Area Library and on Zoom.
Leader: Janet Wells
Sun, Oct 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Oct 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Oct 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Mon, Oct 6, 2025 at 7:30 PM
A critique group of various genres meets on Zoom the first Monday of the month except for on holidays. Contact Terry Friedman for more information.
Tue, Oct 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Oct 7, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Oct 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Writers who are ready to start writing a book (fiction or non-fiction) that they intend to publish. As well as, writers who want to learn the basics of book marketing to begin a successful career as a published author.
Wed, Oct 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Oct 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Oct 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Oct 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Oct 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Oct 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Oct 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM
2nd Saturday of each month, EVP (Erie Vicinity Pennwriters), Meets at the Erie Library Millcreek Branch –Suite 280, 1-4 PM. Leader: Todd Main
Sun, Oct 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Oct 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Oct 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Mon, Oct 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Writers at Work is a monthly writing group meeting in the North Hills. It is an assignment-based group mostly focusing on flash fiction, facilitated for over 16 years by Hanna Haatainen-Caye. They meet the second Monday of the month from 7-9 p.m. in Ross Township. The group is open to writers of all levels. Contact Hana at hcayek@comcast.net or 412-364-0877.
Tue, Oct 14, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Oct 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Oct 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Writers who are ready to start writing a book (fiction or non-fiction) that they intend to publish. As well as, writers who want to learn the basics of book marketing to begin a successful career as a published author.
Wed, Oct 15, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
First Reformed United Church of Christ
Wed, Oct 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Danville Critique group meets at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 301 W. 2nd St. Berwick, PA on the first and third Wednesdays. All meetings at 7PM. Contact Dave Freas with any questions.
Thu, Oct 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Oct 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Oct 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Oct 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Oct 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Oct 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
3rd Saturday of each month, SVP (Shenango Valley Pennwriters), Currently meeting online. Leader: Catherine E. McLean
Sun, Oct 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Oct 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Oct 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Oct 21, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
York County Critique Group
Contact Hermina Boyle
Monthly, usually the third Tuesday of the month
Online only: Contact coordinator for instructions and link
Tue, Oct 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Oct 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
This group will meet the third Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Panera Bread in Lime Spring Square, 130 Rohrerstown Rd.
Mystery/thriller writers who are published or aspiring to be published are welcome.
How it Works:
Each month, group members can submit up to 10 pages (1-inch margins, double-spaced, 12 pt font) of a work in progress for critique. Submissions should be made by the second Tuesday of the month, allowing group members enough time to read submissions and prepare thoughtful critiques.
Interested writers should contact group organizer Jennifer Ericson at jericson@ezsolution.com.
Tue, Oct 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Writers who are ready to start writing a book (fiction or non-fiction) that they intend to publish. As well as, writers who want to learn the basics of book marketing to begin a successful career as a published author.
Wed, Oct 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Fourth Wednesday Critique Group Online
Contact Amy Gunarich
Monthly exchange and review via Google Docs
Online only: Contact coordinator for instructions and link
New Cumberland Library’s back annex
Wed, Oct 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
4th Wednesday Write‘s Group In-Person
Bring 10 copies of up to 5 pages, double-spaced. All genres welcome.
Contact Tina Crone
Meets 4th Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. at the New Cumberland Library’s back annex
(1 Benjamin Plaza, New Cumberland). Please note: the group only meets based upon monthly need. Please email Tina if you plan to attend on a given month
Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Oct 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Oct 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Oct 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
4th Saturday of each month, EVP, Barnes & Noble (Peach Street, Erie), 1-4 PM. Leader: Todd Main
Sun, Oct 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Oct 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Oct 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Oct 28, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Oct 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Oct 28, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Oct 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Writers who are ready to start writing a book (fiction or non-fiction) that they intend to publish. As well as, writers who want to learn the basics of book marketing to begin a successful career as a published author.
Wed, Oct 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Oct 30, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Oct 30, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Last Thursday of the Month Coffee and Conversation at the Barnes & Noble Café at Settlers Ridge. Join us to have a cup of coffee and open conversation about anything writing or publishing related. As always, weather can be an issue this time of year, so email Annette Dashofy at annettedashofy@gmail.com if the roads are questionable that morning.
Thu, Oct 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Oct 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Oct 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Nov 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Nov 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM
1st Saturday of each month, MVP (Meadville Vicinity Pennwriters), Meets at Saegertown Area Library and on Zoom.
Leader: Janet Wells
Sun, Nov 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Nov 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Nov 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Mon, Nov 3, 2025 at 7:30 PM
A critique group of various genres meets on Zoom the first Monday of the month except for on holidays. Contact Terry Friedman for more information.
Tue, Nov 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Nov 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Nov 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM
In this immersive four-week course, writers will explore the power of settings and props to enhance characterization, evoke emotion, and add depth to their stories. Through a series of interactive exercises and guided discussions, participants will learn how to create vivid,
purposeful settings and symbolic props that reflect and shape their characters‘ inner journeys.
Throughout the course, students will explore examples from literature and film, such as James Michener‘s “Shogun”, Michael Connelly‘s “Lincoln Lawyer,” “Rosaline Palmer Takes the
Cake,” and Tim O‘Brien‘s “The Things They Carried” to understand how masterful writers employ settings and props to deepen characterization and create immersive, emotionally resonant
stories.
By the end of the course, students will have developed a comprehensive toolkit for crafting purposeful, evocative settings and props that elevate their storytelling and engage readers on a profound level. This course is designed to benefit fiction writers of all levels of experience and is not specific to any particular genre or medium.
Wed, Nov 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
First Reformed United Church of Christ
Wed, Nov 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Danville Critique group meets at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 301 W. 2nd St. Berwick, PA on the first and third Wednesdays. All meetings at 7PM. Contact Dave Freas with any questions.
Wed, Nov 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM
They meet by Zoom on the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. People interested can contact Sandra Skowron and she will send the link. They critique up to 20 double-spaced pages at each meeting.
Thu, Nov 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Nov 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Nov 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Nov 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Nov 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Nov 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM
2nd Saturday of each month, EVP (Erie Vicinity Pennwriters), Meets at the Erie Library Millcreek Branch –Suite 280, 1-4 PM. Leader: Todd Main
Sun, Nov 9, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Nov 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Nov 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Mon, Nov 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Writers at Work is a monthly writing group meeting in the North Hills. It is an assignment-based group mostly focusing on flash fiction, facilitated for over 16 years by Hanna Haatainen-Caye. They meet the second Monday of the month from 7-9 p.m. in Ross Township. The group is open to writers of all levels. Contact Hana at hcayek@comcast.net or 412-364-0877.
Tue, Nov 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Nov 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Nov 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM
In this immersive four-week course, writers will explore the power of settings and props to enhance characterization, evoke emotion, and add depth to their stories. Through a series of interactive exercises and guided discussions, participants will learn how to create vivid,
purposeful settings and symbolic props that reflect and shape their characters‘ inner journeys.
Throughout the course, students will explore examples from literature and film, such as James Michener‘s “Shogun”, Michael Connelly‘s “Lincoln Lawyer,” “Rosaline Palmer Takes the
Cake,” and Tim O‘Brien‘s “The Things They Carried” to understand how masterful writers employ settings and props to deepen characterization and create immersive, emotionally resonant
stories.
By the end of the course, students will have developed a comprehensive toolkit for crafting purposeful, evocative settings and props that elevate their storytelling and engage readers on a profound level. This course is designed to benefit fiction writers of all levels of experience and is not specific to any particular genre or medium.
Wed, Nov 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Nov 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Nov 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Nov 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Nov 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Nov 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Nov 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM
3rd Saturday of each month, SVP (Shenango Valley Pennwriters), Currently meeting online. Leader: Catherine E. McLean
Sun, Nov 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Nov 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Nov 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Nov 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
York County Critique Group
Contact Hermina Boyle
Monthly, usually the third Tuesday of the month
Online only: Contact coordinator for instructions and link
Tue, Nov 18, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Nov 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM
This group will meet the third Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Panera Bread in Lime Spring Square, 130 Rohrerstown Rd.
Mystery/thriller writers who are published or aspiring to be published are welcome.
How it Works:
Each month, group members can submit up to 10 pages (1-inch margins, double-spaced, 12 pt font) of a work in progress for critique. Submissions should be made by the second Tuesday of the month, allowing group members enough time to read submissions and prepare thoughtful critiques.
Interested writers should contact group organizer Jennifer Ericson at jericson@ezsolution.com.
Tue, Nov 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
In this immersive four-week course, writers will explore the power of settings and props to enhance characterization, evoke emotion, and add depth to their stories. Through a series of interactive exercises and guided discussions, participants will learn how to create vivid,
purposeful settings and symbolic props that reflect and shape their characters‘ inner journeys.
Throughout the course, students will explore examples from literature and film, such as James Michener‘s “Shogun”, Michael Connelly‘s “Lincoln Lawyer,” “Rosaline Palmer Takes the
Cake,” and Tim O‘Brien‘s “The Things They Carried” to understand how masterful writers employ settings and props to deepen characterization and create immersive, emotionally resonant
stories.
By the end of the course, students will have developed a comprehensive toolkit for crafting purposeful, evocative settings and props that elevate their storytelling and engage readers on a profound level. This course is designed to benefit fiction writers of all levels of experience and is not specific to any particular genre or medium.
Wed, Nov 19, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
First Reformed United Church of Christ
Wed, Nov 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Danville Critique group meets at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 301 W. 2nd St. Berwick, PA on the first and third Wednesdays. All meetings at 7PM. Contact Dave Freas with any questions.
Thu, Nov 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Nov 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Nov 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Nov 21, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Nov 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sat, Nov 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM
4th Saturday of each month, EVP, Barnes & Noble (Peach Street, Erie), 1-4 PM. Leader: Todd Main
Sun, Nov 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Nov 23, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Nov 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Nov 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Nov 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Nov 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM
In this immersive four-week course, writers will explore the power of settings and props to enhance characterization, evoke emotion, and add depth to their stories. Through a series of interactive exercises and guided discussions, participants will learn how to create vivid,
purposeful settings and symbolic props that reflect and shape their characters‘ inner journeys.
Throughout the course, students will explore examples from literature and film, such as James Michener‘s “Shogun”, Michael Connelly‘s “Lincoln Lawyer,” “Rosaline Palmer Takes the
Cake,” and Tim O‘Brien‘s “The Things They Carried” to understand how masterful writers employ settings and props to deepen characterization and create immersive, emotionally resonant
stories.
By the end of the course, students will have developed a comprehensive toolkit for crafting purposeful, evocative settings and props that elevate their storytelling and engage readers on a profound level. This course is designed to benefit fiction writers of all levels of experience and is not specific to any particular genre or medium.
Wed, Nov 26, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Fourth Wednesday Critique Group Online
Contact Amy Gunarich
Monthly exchange and review via Google Docs
Online only: Contact coordinator for instructions and link
New Cumberland Library’s back annex
Wed, Nov 26, 2025 at 6:00 PM
4th Wednesday Write‘s Group In-Person
Bring 10 copies of up to 5 pages, double-spaced. All genres welcome.
Contact Tina Crone
Meets 4th Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. at the New Cumberland Library’s back annex
(1 Benjamin Plaza, New Cumberland). Please note: the group only meets based upon monthly need. Please email Tina if you plan to attend on a given month
Thu, Nov 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Nov 27, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Last Thursday of the Month Coffee and Conversation at the Barnes & Noble Café at Settlers Ridge. Join us to have a cup of coffee and open conversation about anything writing or publishing related. As always, weather can be an issue this time of year, so email Annette Dashofy at annettedashofy@gmail.com if the roads are questionable that morning.
Thu, Nov 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Nov 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Nov 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Nov 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Nov 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Deborah Sale-Butler hosts this write-in Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Deborah at debsalebutler@gmail.com for details and Zoom link.
Sun, Nov 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Dec 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Mon, Dec 1, 2025 at 7:30 PM
A critique group of various genres meets on Zoom the first Monday of the month except for on holidays. Contact Terry Friedman for more information.
Tue, Dec 2, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Dec 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Wed, Dec 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Wed, Dec 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM
They meet by Zoom on the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. People interested can contact Sandra Skowron and she will send the link. They critique up to 20 double-spaced pages at each meeting.
First Reformed United Church of Christ
Wed, Dec 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Danville Critique group meets at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 301 W. 2nd St. Berwick, PA on the first and third Wednesdays. All meetings at 7PM. Contact Dave Freas with any questions.
Thu, Dec 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Dec 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Dec 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Dec 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Dec 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM
1st Saturday of each month, MVP (Meadville Vicinity Pennwriters), Meets at Saegertown Area Library and on Zoom.
Leader: Janet Wells
Sun, Dec 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Dec 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Mon, Dec 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Writers at Work is a monthly writing group meeting in the North Hills. It is an assignment-based group mostly focusing on flash fiction, facilitated for over 16 years by Hanna Haatainen-Caye. They meet the second Monday of the month from 7-9 p.m. in Ross Township. The group is open to writers of all levels. Contact Hana at hcayek@comcast.net or 412-364-0877.
Tue, Dec 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Dec 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Wed, Dec 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Dec 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Dec 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Dec 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Dec 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Dec 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM
2nd Saturday of each month, EVP (Erie Vicinity Pennwriters), Meets at the Erie Library Millcreek Branch –Suite 280, 1-4 PM. Leader: Todd Main
Sun, Dec 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Dec 15, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Dec 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
York County Critique Group
Contact Hermina Boyle
Monthly, usually the third Tuesday of the month
Online only: Contact coordinator for instructions and link
Tue, Dec 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Dec 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
This group will meet the third Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Panera Bread in Lime Spring Square, 130 Rohrerstown Rd.
Mystery/thriller writers who are published or aspiring to be published are welcome.
How it Works:
Each month, group members can submit up to 10 pages (1-inch margins, double-spaced, 12 pt font) of a work in progress for critique. Submissions should be made by the second Tuesday of the month, allowing group members enough time to read submissions and prepare thoughtful critiques.
Interested writers should contact group organizer Jennifer Ericson at jericson@ezsolution.com.
Wed, Dec 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
First Reformed United Church of Christ
Wed, Dec 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Danville Critique group meets at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 301 W. 2nd St. Berwick, PA on the first and third Wednesdays. All meetings at 7PM. Contact Dave Freas with any questions.
Thu, Dec 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Dec 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Dec 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Dec 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Dec 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM
3rd Saturday of each month, SVP (Shenango Valley Pennwriters), Currently meeting online. Leader: Catherine E. McLean
Sun, Dec 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Dec 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Dec 23, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Dec 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Wed, Dec 24, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Fourth Wednesday Critique Group Online
Contact Amy Gunarich
Monthly exchange and review via Google Docs
Online only: Contact coordinator for instructions and link
New Cumberland Library’s back annex
Wed, Dec 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
4th Wednesday Write‘s Group In-Person
Bring 10 copies of up to 5 pages, double-spaced. All genres welcome.
Contact Tina Crone
Meets 4th Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. at the New Cumberland Library’s back annex
(1 Benjamin Plaza, New Cumberland). Please note: the group only meets based upon monthly need. Please email Tina if you plan to attend on a given month
Thu, Dec 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Thu, Dec 25, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Last Thursday of the Month Coffee and Conversation at the Barnes & Noble Café at Settlers Ridge. Join us to have a cup of coffee and open conversation about anything writing or publishing related. As always, weather can be an issue this time of year, so email Annette Dashofy at annettedashofy@gmail.com if the roads are questionable that morning.
Thu, Dec 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Meets from 2-4 p.m. on Thursdays via Zoom. Work-in progress up to 12 pages must be emailed ahead. Contact Janet Pierce for information.
Thu, Dec 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Every Thursday evening, Fellowship Of The Quill (FOTQ) is currently meeting on Zoom, starting at 6PM Leader: Todd Main
Fri, Dec 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Mindful Writers meet every Friday for a write-in at Panera‘s, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Fox Chapel), from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the backroom. The meeting is opened with a short mindful CD selection, after which people write silently. You can come and leave at any point during this meeting that many Pennwriters attend. Contact Larry Ivkovich at inkfish1@verizon.net for more information.
Sat, Dec 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM
4th Saturday of each month, EVP, Barnes & Noble (Peach Street, Erie), 1-4 PM. Leader: Todd Main
Sun, Dec 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sunday Night Write-in on Zoom 7PM to 9PM contact Leader Fritze Roberts.
NOTE: Goal of night is to encourage each other to get words on the page and help silence our “inner” editor.
Mon, Dec 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Dec 30, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Dec 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Murrysville Panera‘s Group meets every Tuesday at 9 a.m. to work on their current projects and critique work. Contact Carol Silvis at carolsilvis@yahoo.com or drop in if you are interested.
Tue, Dec 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Wed, Dec 31, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Timons Esaias hosts this write-in Monday thru Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact Timons at himself@timonsesaias.com for details. This is an opportunity to get in some writing time with fellow Pennwriters.
Tue, Jan 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Feb 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Mar 31, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Apr 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, May 26, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Jun 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Jul 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Aug 25, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Sep 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Oct 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Nov 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Dec 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Jan 26, 2027 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com
Tue, Feb 23, 2027 at 4:00 PM
The Wellsboro group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 4pm, exact location determined in advance each month. For more info, contact Lori Duffy Foster at lori@loriduffyfoster.com