Category: Workshops

Grief Writing Workshop at Camp Ray of Hope

5/19/2023

I will be volunteering at Camp Ray of Hope this year, and I'll be offering a "Writing through Grief" workshop as part of the programming. Writing and journaling can be incredibly helpful tools when we are living through the loss of a loved one, and this workshop is designed to help participants explore different writing techniques.

Camp Ray of Hope is a weekend retreat for individuals and families from Maine who are grieving the death of a loved one. Childcare and scholarships are available.

Writing through Caregiving: May 19

4/7/2023

The Southern Maine Agency on Aging has invited me back to teach another "Writing through Caregiving" workshop at their Biddeford location. The workshop is FREE to participate in, everyone gets to bring home a journal, and it's a great way to connect with other caregivers. This workshop will take place on Friday, May 19, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Register here.

The Red Eft: September/October 2022

11/3/2022

The latest issue of my newsletter, The Red Eft, is here. It feature's Todd Nelson's new book, the best blueberry breakfast cake recipe ever, some new publications, and a snow leopard fact from Zoe, among other delights. You can read the issue here.

Writing Through Caregiving Workshop: Nov 4

10/14/2022

"Writing through Grief" Workshop - August 3

7/7/2022

I'm teaming up with the Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area to offer a "Writing through Grief" workshop on the evening of August 3, 2022. Details below!

The Red Eft: May/June 2022

7/2/2022

The latest issue of my newsletter, The Red Eft, is here! It features writer Nick Regiacorte and his new book of poems, American Massif, some writing and volunteer updates, reading recommendations, a handful of rhubarb recipes, and some goat facts from Zoe. You can read the newsletter here.

March/April 2021 Newsletter

4/22/2021

My March/April Newsletter recently out, and you can find it here. It has some publication updates, reading recommendations, grief writing workshop news, and Robin Clifford Wood and her new book, The Field House: A Writer's Life Lost and Found on an Island in Maine, are featured. Zoe's science/nature fact is about baby pandas as well!

April 27: Writing Through Grief Workshop

4/9/2021

I really enjoy volunteering with the Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area, so I'm partnering with them to offer another virtual workshop on writing through grief. The workshop is free, designed to be really low key, no writing experience at all is necessary, and, because it's virtual, folks don't have to be in the Waterville area (or even in Maine) to participate. The information covered in the workshop is helpful for any stage of grief, too, whether it's anticipatory grief, a recent loss, or helping to process grief a long time after a loved one has died.

Virtual Grief Writing Workshop Happening 9/28/20

9/21/2020

Grief Writing Workshop: September 28, 2020

9/9/2020

Writing Through Grief

Please join Sarah Kilch Gaffney for “Writing through Grief,” a virtual workshop and discussion through the Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area, on September 28, 2020, at 6 pm. We will talk about different ways of writing as a way to help us navigate grief, as well as the benefits of keeping a journal. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to take home some writing prompts, discuss books on grief and loss, and connect with others who are experiencing grief. Any level of participation is welcome, even if you just want to sit and listen, and no writing experience is necessary. To register, email jroy@hvwa.org or call 873-3615 ext.19.