Writers Workshop
July 9 – August 13
Thursdays, 6:30pm–8pm
Whether you're a first-time writer or a seasoned wordsmith looking to refresh your writing practice, our free writing workshops have something for everyone. Led by experienced writing teachers, each session is designed to sharpen your skills, spark new ideas, and help you build a sustainable writing routine, no experience necessary. Paper and pens provided, but feel free to bring your own!
Produced in partnership with Gotham Writers
July 9: Poetry Writing with Mary Donnelly
July 16: Creative Writing 101 with Arlaina Tibensky
July 23: Screenwriting with C.C. Webster
July 30: Fiction Writing with Susan Breen
August 6: Humor Writing with Alexander Steele
August 13: Essay & Opinion Writing with Kelly Caldwell
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- It's one of Bryant Park’s most historic amenities. It originally began in 1935 during the Great Depression as a public service, and was revived by Bryant Park Corporation in 2003.
- It's a casual, family-friendly, open-air space for readers of all ages!
- It hosts literary events and writers workshops all summer long.
- It provides free-to-read periodicals and books for visitors every day from 11am-7pm.
- It's award-winning! The Reading Room has received numerous awards for demonstrating excellence, partnership, and creativity in enhancing New York City's quality of life.
Look for the yellow umbrellas on the north side of the park near the 42nd Street plaza.
Open daily, April to September, 11am-7pm to lend books, magazines, and newspapers for reading in the park.
Reading Room is open to all ages, and kids are welcome!
Find reading material for kids in their own colorful rack or join us for StoryTime.
Follow @bryantparknyc for day-of event updates
Visit our calendar or scroll to the bottom of this page for all upcoming events, including author talks, history panels, writers workshops, and much more!
