Writing, Literature, & Film
FREE - Life History Writing: Tuesdays, 10:30a-Noon
Interested in stimulating your memory and preserving the tales of your life for generations to come? Join Life History Writing! Led by Joe and Bubbles Miguel, members of the class meet to write the stories of their lives. Prompts are provided and methods of writing stories are demonstrated. Students write and share a story each week with the class. An annual anthology of members’ writings is produced. Optional one-time fee for guide, please inquire to the Hart Senior Center @ 916-808-5462 for the current fees. No advance reservation required.
FREE - Poetry Writing Group: Wednesdays, 2-3:30p
Join the group for some poetic inspiration and motivation! Facilitated by Norma Kohout and Joyce Odam, meetings provide a workshop sharing of poetry information and discussion, followed by readings and positive commentary on each person’s poem. Select work is published annually in a group anthology. No advance registration required.
FREE – Virtual Books with Hart: First Friday of each month, 10-11:30a
The Center has teamed up with the Sacramento Public Library for a monthly book group. On the first Friday of each month, participants gather online to hold a discussion facilitated by a Sacramento Public Library staff member. Read along, then come share your comments on the book and be part of the conversation! Participate one month at a time or on a regular basis – it’s up to you! Presented in partnership with Sacramento Public Library's Central Library. Space is limited. Email contact@saclibrary.org to inquire about upcoming selections and zoom link to join the group!
FREE - Books with Hart: First Friday of each month, 10-11:30a
The Center has teamed up with the Sacramento Public Library for a monthly book group. Here’s how it works: Copies of the month’s selection will be available for loan at the Center’s front desk. On the first Friday of each month, participants gather to hold a discussion facilitated by a Sacramento Public Library staff member. Read along, then come share your comments on the book and be part of the conversation! Participate one month at a time or on a regular basis – it’s up to you! Presented in partnership with Sacramento Public Library's Central Library. Space is limited. Contact the Center to inquire about upcoming selections and availability.
$ Poetry Appreciation Series led by Marie Taylor: Fourth Friday of each month, 1-2:30p (ON HIATUS)
If you’ve always loved poetry or just been curious to learn more about it, come to Poetry Appreciation! Instructor Marie Taylor designs her Poetry Appreciation Series to allow others the opportunity to connect to literary works. To prepare for the sessions, Marie explores poetry books for common themes, then carefully selects poems and curates curriculum for each class. Students gather to read and share the poetry in a comfortable, open setting. Please inquire to the Hart Senior Center @ 916-808-5462 for the current fees. All materials are provided. Contact the Center to inquire about upcoming selections and to reserve your space.
FREE - Cinema and Conversations Circle: Fourth Friday of each month, 9:45am to 11:45am (ON HIATUS)
It’s nearly impossible to turn on the TV, browse the web, or flip through the newspaper without being confronted by a constant churn of disaster, violence and devastation in the world. While it’s important to remain informed, over time, the overabundance of negative news can become physically and emotionally unhealthy. It’s important to carve out time for comfort and this class is just the ticket! Join us to view uplifting films (shorts or feature length) from independent and international filmmakers that you won’t find in mainstream theaters. These thought-provoking films inspire compassion, warm the heart and connect us with the world around us. Each month, the Cinema and Conversations Circle will view carefully curated selections centered around a theme designed to engage your mind and foster reflection. Following the viewing, the group will either watch a discussion with the film makers and actors or spark our own group conversation about the value of the film. Facilitated by volunteer Latifu Munirah. Sign up in advance by contacting the Center.
$ Annual Life History Writing Conference
The Our Life Stories day-long writing conference held at Cosumnes River College is typically held in April. The conference features keynote speakers, workshops by local poets and writers, and networking opportunities. Life History writing guides are available for sale, please inquire to the Hart Senior Center @ 916-808-5462 for the current fees. Contact the Center to inquire about upcoming conference dates.