Workforce Development and Community Education: Fall 2023

47 Textbook Required WRITING & PUBLISHING REMOTE Freelancing for Fun and Profit Local publications are always looking for freelance writers. By adding photography to the mix, writers double their value to editors and publishers. The internet and digital media have multiplied the opportunities and need for writers. Aspiring writers will learn how to apply to the thousands of writing opportunities open to them, while writers already engaged in writing projects can encourage others through networking while finding new outlets for their work. Please email instructor at totrwriter@aol.com for list of optional books. CE-WRITG 2071, 3 Mon., Oct. 2-16, 6:30-8:30 pm, KNC-2, $62. T Riley. #91916 REMOTE Healing Minds and Hearts in Writing Writing is an empowering tool that free minds and hearts. Writing has the power to heal, to create a connection with self and with others through ideas, thoughts and sharing of emotions. The “work-shopping” process invites writing as a recursive process in which writing stamina is built, writing goals are examined, and the process is shared. Writers will engage in experiential writing, set writing goals, and will create shorter structured pieces and a longer piece as a culminating activity. CE-PRSDV 2197VA, 5 Thurs., Sept. 7-Oct. 12 (skip 9/14), 6:00-8:00 pm, $125. E Klein. #91871 REMOTE Hook Your Readers Many agents and editors will only read the opening pages of a manuscript before deciding if they are interested. Award-winning fantasy author and editor Barbara Campbell will share tips to help you hook readers on the first page, prompt them to keep reading, create complex characters and dramatic scenes, and avoid style pitfalls that can weaken the impact of your prose. Students working on a novel or short story should bring the opening scene to class and will receive a handout with course highlights, scene studies, and writing exercises. CE-WRITG 2118, 1 Sat., Nov. 4, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $42. B Campbell. #91922 REMOTE How to Write Fast Crank up the efficiency and get that novel, short story, article, or script DONE. Through exercises, evaluations, tips, and technologies, you can learn to write faster. Discover how to break through blocks, get ideas, develop plots, draft and polish in less time without losing quality. CE-WRITG 2038, 3 Tues., Sept. 5-19, 6:00-8:00 pm, $75. P Andrews. #91907 NEW! REMOTE How to Write a Story Whether your goal is to become a published writer, or you want to write just for the fun of it, this course will give you all the essentials necessary to craft a well-written story that people will want to read. In this course, you’ll learn how to develop great story ideas, write a story outline, develop realistic characters, write effective dialogue, write with action (show, don’t tell), and much more. Students will be given short writing exercises and will have the opportunity to share their work with the class and receive helpful critiques. CE-WRITG 2132, 8 Thurs., Sept. 7-Oct. 26, 7:00-9:00 pm, $200. L Lush. #92155 NEW! IN-PERSON How to Write Your Own Monologue to tell Your Personal Story Monologue writing is an incredible tool to tell your story. In this six-week class participants will learn how to develop character, establish setting, set tone, develop backstory, and create the world of their monologues. The class includes readings, prompts, shared text, group work, and a staged reading. This adult workshop is for writers of all abilities–no experience is necessary. A workbook will be provided. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-THEAT 2047, 6 Thurs., Sept. 21-Oct. 26, 6:30-8:00 pm, KNC-5, $115. S Norr. #92139 REMOTE Let’s Write This is a writing workshop. Each week you will write. You will learn and develop new skills that will improve your writing, help you to overcome writer ’s block, and write stories that will captivate readers. You’ll learn how to write a well-developed story outline, create interesting and complex characters, and to craft backstories that work seamlessly with your plotlines. Each week students will read and critique each other ’s work. The focus of this course will be on short story writing, both fiction and non-fiction. But if you’re currently working on a book, you’re welcome to use that material in class. CE-WRITG 2127, 8 Tues., Oct. 24-Dec. 12, 7:00-9:00 pm, $195. L Lush. #91974 REMOTE Short Story Writing-Part 1 This course will explore the fundamentals of writing a short story, both flash fiction and short story genres. Learn about the characteristics of flash fiction, and how to write flash fiction as well as for longer short stories. Students will be encouraged to write one short piece of fiction per class and read short stories for discussion in class. Students should come prepared to read and write each session. Classes will include short videos and discussion questions will be given each class session to review class material. CE-WRITG 2126, 12 Mon., Sept. 11-Nov. 27, 7:00-8:30 pm, $215 (+ textbook), L Rhodes. #91957 REMOTE Writing Science Fiction is Easy Writing science fiction is easy…you just need to discover the secret! Discuss what you are currently are working on and how to network with others. Learn how to overcome writer ’s block by meeting deadlines. Never discard what you have written, just rework it! Illustration and photography to enhance your books will be discussed. CE-WRITG 2110, 3 Tues., Oct. 3-17, 6:30-8:30 pm, $78. T Riley. #91913 REMOTE Screenwriting (see page 38 for details) HYBRID Play on Words: Playwriting Workshop (see page 35 for details) IN-PERSON Let’s Make a Play for Jr. Playmakers (see page 35 for details)

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