What we’re about
Shut Up & Write! is a global community that empowers writers to overcome procrastination, silence their inner critic, and make consistent progress on their projects. Our events provide a structured and focused environment where writers can come together, set aside distractions, and achieve their writing goals.
What to Expect
Our events use our proven formula: a few minutes of introductions, a period of focused writing, and a final check-in to share our progress. Once you arrive, our host will lead introductions, and then everyone will write for a quiet, focused period of time. Afterward, we’ll have an optional time to chat and get to know each other. Our events are a safe space for writers to work on their craft. No one will read or critique your writing.
For more information about our organization, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
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Shut up and Write + ☕️, East Bay (weekly)
RSVP (Orinda), for location, Orinda, CA, US*RSVP required. *We need three (3) attendees to make this happen. Max. 8. Waitlist opens once the form is completed. Locations (east bay) may change weekly. Turn on notifications here!
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Welcome! Let's write in a quiet space in the library!
Meet: Registered guests, wait in common area. Host will share specific table location upon arrival, below in comments section (of event page/app.)
Please change your RSVP if you need to cancel!
What
Join other writers for an hour of focused writing.
"Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice." Come and get it done.
Schedule
2:15 PM Arrive. Optional: Order coffee, snacks. Find group. Settle in.
2:30 Quick intros (name and current writing projects
2:45 Timer starts. Write for one hour.
3:45 The end. Chat (outside), take off, or keep writing.
*Table/area held until 4 PM. Before/during/after meeting: Feel free to work in the common area! Hours.
Guidelines
• Wi-Fi available
• Amenities: common open space (for eating, phone calls, more space), coffee and tea for sale on ground floor.
• BART: Orinda station.
• Parking garage: Look for entrance at ground floor of library
First three hours are FREE at garage and on street.
• Bring headphones if you want to reduce outside noise distraction.
• Socializing (optional, outside of room) happens at the end. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is encouraged.
• RSVP only if you can make it, and update ASAP if your plans change.
• Running late? Join us quietly and start writing!
This is your practice and focus time, so I hope to see you there.
Happy Writing!
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Notes
• See "About" for SUAW meeting tips and etiquette.
• Locations and times change according to availability.
• By joining, you agree to workspace rules and agree to leaving space in same condition as it was found.
• Photo: Orinda Public Library by W. Ellerston
Posted by: Rosanna, volunteer organizer3 attendees
Shut Up & Write!® at The Long Haul Info Shop (Berkeley)
3124 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA, USOrganizer does not check Meetup--message @pistachio.55 on Signal for questions
Who:
- You! These events are open to all, no genre or skill level or writing style necessary. Come work on your manuscript, dissertation, daily pages, blog post, journal entry, pen pal emails, fanzine, or any other form of scribbling.
- Free, bring a friend! No RSVP needed (max of ~10 chairs though).
What:
- Coworking for East Bay writers (and beyond)!
- Shut Up & Write hosts free in-person and online writing events for writers all over the world. Our goal is to ensure that every writer, regardless of genre or skill level, has access to the community, accountability, and resources they need to be successful in their personal writing goals. Our events use our proven formula: a few minutes of introductions, an hour of focused writing, and a final check-in to share the hour's progress.
- To see other SU+W events, visit https://shutupwrite.com
When:
- Every Monday from 7pm-8:30pm
- 7pm — Introductions and Check-in
- 7:10pm - 8:10pm — 1 hr of silent writing
- 8:10pm - 8:30pm — Check-ins and chatting (feel free to head home early or stick around late)
- The Long Haul is open 6-9pm—as of now, we are the only official group using the space. Feel free to come by early or stay after until close!
Where:
- The Long Haul is a radical resource center & community space—all are welcome, but if you haven't been before, consider looking them up to see what they're all about! https://thelonghaul.org/
- No purchases necessary (they have a kettle for hot water and a microwave to heat up your own food), but you can always give back by volunteering, donating to the space, and/or buying a book, zine, t-shirt, or patch :-)
- Space has WiFi and a gender-neutral bathroom.
- Travel / Parking info: 5 minute walk from Ashby BART. Free street parking available. Bike racks located outside (you can also bring your bike in).
Why:
- Dedicate some time to your works-in-progress & share space/ build community with local writers :-)
What else should I know?:
- RSVPs (and cancelled RSVPs) appreciated
- Being late is OK! Just come in, get settled in, and the organizer will show you the screen that has the amount of time left to write.
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