Words & Ideas
Starting the Story
Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM · Portland Art Museum, Room 005
Starting the Story is a words & ideas event at Portland Art Museum, Room 005 on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Check the organizer's listing for ticket prices.
- When
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM
- Cost
- See listing
About this event
The short story is a powerful medium of storytelling.This workshop will explore how to get started on writing the short story– thinking through inspirations, exploring ways of writing compelling short story beginnings, and focussing on how to draw the reader in as you move the story forward from the beginning to the end. This is a free drop in class offered at the Portland Book Festival . All attendees must acquire a wristband before entering the class venue. Space is limited.
Listing aggregated from Literary Arts. Details belong to the organizer — check the source before heading out.
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When is Starting the Story?
Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM, at Portland Art Museum, Room 005 in Portland, Oregon.
How much does Starting the Story cost?
Check the organizer's listing for ticket prices. Prices come from Literary Arts; always confirm on the organizer's page before you go.
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