After a spring semester when this course was done in a Zoom format, this semester we will return to in-person meetings (and after that alternate between the two formats). 

For each of the three sessions, participants write a 1- or 2-page piece about some event in their past or something else that they would like to record – in any form that they want. Most will take the customary one of a memoir. But someone might want to put it in verse, or song, or speech, or a playlet. Each person brings copies to pass out to everyone and then reads it aloud. After that, class members make comments, pointing out what works well in the writing and how it might be improved. 

What to expect:  This is all done in an atmosphere of warmth and support, where we all try to help each other.   Class enrollment is strictly limited to six in order to provide enough time for each person’s presentation and reviews. So if you wish to reserve a spot, you should sign up as early as you can.                        

Feedback from Forest’s past courses:

“Although meeting interesting people and hearing their stories is a good enough reason to attend, I continue to marvel at the amount I learn as well.  I appreciate all the helpful comments from Forest and the others in the class. It keeps me writing and that is a good thing.”

“Forest was working with a group of sophisticated and well-educated students, however, he was able to spotlight problems and recommend revisions and major improvements in their writings. He did so with wit, charm, and intelligence, making each session an exciting learning experience.”

“I received valuable feedback and felt like I had made new friends through the experience.”