Fall 2026 Classes
Memoir
Irish Cultural Center
These writing classes are held at the Irish Cultural Center (ICC). I will help you get started or get back to writing your life stories. Remember, when you write your memoirs, you get the last word!
When: Monday, Sept 14, 21, 28, Oct 5, 19
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Irish Cultural Center, 429 Morgan Road, W. Springfield, MA 01089
Cost: $120 ICC Patron / $135 General
Register: Call the Irish Cultural Center 413-333-4951 x100
Memoir & Personal Essays (Hybrid)
Springfield Museums
Have you ever had an urge to write about your life stories or thought-provoking experiences? What’s stopping you from writing? Many of us are hindered by time. During these five classes, we’ll write and read our stories and offer feedback and support to each other. Whether you're new to writing or have unfinished work, enrolling today and creating a plan can help you start writing.
When: Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: in person at Springfield Museums and on Zoom
REGISTRATION
5-weeks: Sep 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct 6
5-weeks: Oct 13, 27; 11/3, 10, 17 (no class on 10/20)
Call to Register: 413-263-6800, ext. 377
Creative Writing & Memoir (Hybrid)
This 10-week in person class offers a supportive writing space for serious writers of memoirs, personal essays, poetry, short stories, or novels. During our three-hours together, we will write for an hour, share our pieces, and give/receive feedback from the group.
When: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Springfield Museums
REGISTRATION (call to register)
Register Online or call 413-263-6800, ext. 377
10-weeks: Sep 9, 16, 23, 30; Oct 7, 14, 28, 11/4, 11, 18 (no class on 10/21)