June 9, 2016
Writopia Lab Open House for Kids and Teens
One More Page Books in Arlington hosts the fun this Sun., June 12, at 5PM
Writopia Lab is hosting an open house and free workshop for kids and teens! They'll introduce their programs through a brief information session and an extended workshop, featuring Writopia games and exercises, curated by novelist, essayist, and Writopia instructor Kathleen McCleary. Bring your writing, ideas, and love for writing! Parents and families welcome! Activities will be followed by a Writopia raffle of over $100 in prizes!
At One More Page Books, 2200 N. Westmoreland St., Arlington, VA. Click here for info.
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