Please join Benicia Literary Arts for an evening of focused writing time at the Benicia Library. All genres and experience levels are encouraged, and don't worry, no one will see what you've written! This is about getting your writing done and meeting other local writers.
We'll begin at 6:30 by leading a quick round of introductions, then start quiet writing time at 6:45. At 8:15, we'll wrap up and take some more time to get to know each other, share challenges and successes as writers, etc. Again, there will be no obligation to share your work! Feel free to take breaks as needed throughout the event.
Location: Benicia Library - Doña Benicia Room
Shut up and write is from 6:30pm-8:30pm at the library, every other Monday.
When: Thursday, July 9, 2026 11am - noon. Come at 10:30am if you want to get coffee/breakfast and enjoy casual conversation.
Where: The Cafe at the Inn at Benicia Bay located at 145 East D St in Benicia
What: "The Manipulation of Time in Writing,” such as time travel, foreshadowing, flashbacks/flash forwards, stream of consciousness, etc.
Who: Facilitated by members of our Board
Why: Because you will enjoy the discussions!
Happy Hour at Bookshop Benicia
6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, July 12th
Cosponsored by Benicia Literary Arts
Cost $20
Local writers, authors, aspiring authors, poets, memoirists, essayists, and storytellers are invited to a first ever Happy Hour at Bookshop Benicia, 636 First St. in Benicia. The event will be a casual mixer with light structure, refreshments, nametags, writing prompts and veteran authors available for questions.
Writing can be a lonely task. This is an opportunity to meet other word lovers and share your experiences or ask questions of experienced writers.
If you do plan to come and have written and published books, articles, poems, or essays, and are willing to take questions from others, please send an email to Lois@requist.com. Also contact Lois with any questions.
