Creative Writing Workshop by Tish Knapp

Write what you always thought you wanted to write at a 6-week creative writing workshop designed for writers of all genres at Orcas Senior Center! Tish Knapp will lead a group of six to discuss what makes writing interesting and where good ideas come beginning Tuesday, Sep. 6, 2-3 p.m. The workshop will consist of fast writes and peer critiques. You will be encouraged to put your words onto paper along with some guidance about what makes people want to read what you write! The cost for the entire workshop is $20 made payable to Tish Knapp. To reserve your spot, contact Tish Knapp directly at tishkn@gmail.com or 360-376-4579.

Knapp retired from teaching 12 years ago and is the author of “Home by Dark” and “13 Bones.”

Qigong with Joan Roulac

Quiet the mind and strengthen the body with Joan Roulac’s Ease Please four-week Qigong series. These 15-minute sessions will gently loosen muscles, strengthen immunity, build balance, and increase energy. The virtual series begins Wednesday, Sept. 7 at 9 a.m. Fee is $40 for the session.

Relax the body with T’ai Chi Chih and return to a state of health and harmony. This gentle form of exercise can help maintain strength, flexibility, and balance. Designed for people interested in trying T’ai Chi for the first time, this class moves slowly. This four-week class meets virtually, Tuesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m, beginning Tuesday, Sept. 13. Fee is $75 for the session.

For inquiries and registration, please contact Joan Roulac directly at 360-298-2789 or joan@MountaintopMusings.com.