Events
Through community writing, Communal Pen showcases stories to explore the dynamic and ever-changing state of South Carolina. We connect unheard voices through writing workshops, curated publications, and a digital platform.
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Spark! Workshop – Aiken
In the Communal Pen workshop, we will write to celebrate and explore our connections to place and community. The writing process can help us awaken and preserve thoughts and traditions, offering insight, understanding, and respect to present and future generations. This four-hour writing workshop draws inspiration from the Smithsonian exhibit Spark! Places of Innovation is a springboard…
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Spark! Workshop – Bennettsville (Marlboro County)
In the Communal Pen workshop, we will write to celebrate and explore our connections to place and community. The writing process can help us awaken and preserve thoughts and traditions, offering insight, understanding, and respect to present and future generations. This four-hour writing workshop draws inspiration from the Smithsonian exhibit Spark! Places of Innovation is a springboard…
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Spark Workshop – Greenwood
In the Communal Pen workshop, we will write to celebrate and explore our connections to place and community. The writing process can help us awaken and preserve thoughts and traditions, offering insight, understanding, and respect to present and future generations. This four-hour writing workshop draws inspiration from the Smithsonian exhibit Spark! Places of Innovation is…
Past Events
While our process is still evolving, the Communal Pen initiative has created an amazing array of events, workshops, and pop-ups. While these events are in the past, you can still explore the stories and activities associated with them. If you’d be interested in attending or hosting a similar event or one on a related topic, please reach out to us to get involved.
