Word Play

Haiku and You Workshop

In this generative writing workshop held over Zoom, kids will learn how to write haiku, short poems that capture the essence of a moment. Kids will learn about the haiku form and will practice observing their world and expressing themselves through writing. They will also have a chance to share what they write. Designed for youth ages 8-14, but open to all. Facilitated by Stephanie Cawley.

Beaches, Boardwalks and Beginnings - A Murphy Write-In

In this generative writing workshop held over Zoom, participants write together in response to an inspiring piece of writing and a guided writing prompt that invites them to reflect on their early memories of Atlantic City or other beaches and boardwalks. Participants will also have the chance to share what they wrote. Accessible to all ages and experience levels. Facilitated by Peter E. Murphy.

Mural Writing AC

Mural Writing AC is a creative writing program created with South Jersey Poets Collective, inviting our community to draw writing inspiration from Atlantic City’s murals.

Members of the South Jersey Poets Collective penned writing prompts for the murals found throughout our city’s 48 blocks. These writing prompts are inspired by the mural they accompany, and we hope they inspire you to write something of your own, in a notebook or on your cell phone.

Prompts are accessible at 17 mural sites via QR code. You can also check out the full list of prompts.

U is for Urial - Creating A Book

“U is for Urial” is a children's book written and illustrated by Stephanie Segal Miller. Join Stephanie as she shares the process of creating a book from concept to completion over the last 5-10 years and about and some of the nuts and bolts she learned about of writing and/or illustrating your own book.