You’re never bored if you have the desire to write. The writer’s curse is that even in solitude, no matter its duration, he never grows lonely or bored. – Criss Jami By Jerod Santek, Founding & Artistic Director, Write On Door County July is full on monthly observations one might expect: National Blueberry Month, National […]
Coming Out as a Writer
It is not our differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences. –Audre Lorde Recently, a member of one of our writing groups said, “You know, it was hard coming out as gay. It’s been just as hard — maybe even harder — to come out as a […]
Writing as Medicine: Mental Health Awareness Month
Writing is medicine. It is an appropriate antidote to injury. It is an appropriate companion for any difficult change. –Julia Cameron May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We often talk about how difficult it is to write, how satisfying it is to have written. We don’t talk as often as we should about the health benefits […]
Celebrate National Poetry Month at Write On, Door County
“Painting is silent poetry, and poetry is painting that speaks” —Plutarch Juddville, Wis. (April 7, 2023) – Of all the quotes about poetry, Plutarch’s seemed the most appropriate as we explore the many ways poetry intersects with other art forms this month. This month, Write On, Door County is excited to present their first-ever reading for Art/Speaks. […]
Registration Now Open for Kids WOW! Summer Day Camp
Juddville, Wis. (March 1, 2023) – One Write On, Door County’s most popular programs in 2022, Kids Wow! is back for 2023. This year, Kids WOW!, Write On’s week-long creative camp for young writers runs July 10 – 14. We’ve added a second section for older students featuring two teaching artists with individual course plans […]
2024 Write On, Door County Writer/Reader Retreats
Juddville, Wis. (December 29, 2022) – Does your writing group need a getaway to inspire creativity? Could your book club use a retreat to determine your next line-up of readings? At various times of the year, the Write On residence is available to writers and readers outside of the residency program. This arrangement is ideal […]
Your Support Makes Write On’s Mission a Reality: Inspiring Writers and Readers of All Ages
Juddville, Wis. (December 6, 2022) – At this time of year filled with celebrations and gift giving, we find ourselves experiencing a deep sense of gratitude for the support and participation that has allowed Write On to continue to grow and reach an ever-widening audience in meaningful ways. This year has brought new staff, new […]
Jill Stukenberg Reading at Write On, Door County
Sturgeon Bay Native Reads from her Debut Novel Juddville, Wis. (November 7, 2022) – Write On, Door County will host a reading by Sturgeon Bay native Jill Stukenberg from her debut novel News of the Air on Saturday, November 12, 1 pm. The free event will take place at Write On, 4210 Juddville Rd., Fish Creek. All […]
2nd Annual Door County Author & Book Fair on Oct. 1
More Than Two Dozen Writers with Ties to Door County Showcased at Write On, Door County Write On, Door County will host the second annual Door County Author and Book Fair, Saturday, October 1, 10 am – 3 pm. The event is free and open to the public and is family friendly. The fair will […]
Write On Names New Executive Director
Juddville, Wis. (September 13, 2022) – Door County’s home for storytellers has a new Executive Director. Write On, Door County has selected Al DeGenova to lead the organization in the next phase of its evolution. DeGenova is a writer, poet, teacher and marketing professional from the Chicago area. He has written four books, founded After Hours […]
