Since 1991, Susan Windle has led Writing Circles in her Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood. The Circles are groups of four to twelve people who gather to support one another by writing and listening. With poetry from many sources to inspire and delight, Susan leads a carefully structured and richly textured experience, surprising every time, and yet perfectly predictable in its form.

The Circles are for anyone needing slowed down time and communal support for life’s challenges. The only requirement is a willingness to write in the company of others and to listen as words are shared. Sharing is encouraged and always optional. Some have used Susan’s circles to move through writing blocks or to further work on particular projects. The structure of the Circles adapts well to the needs of the participants.

Susan offers Writing Circles seasonally, with special attention to the time of year. Some circles meet in the Wissahickon Park, a deep, wooded valley and meandering creek in the northwest section of Philadelphia. Meeting for three to eight week cycles, the  Wissahickon Writing Circles gather in various locations at the north end of the park. As weather permits, group members spend time outdoors to hear the songs and garner the wisdom of this special place. Inquire about the next cycle of Wissahickon Writing Groups, and see Susan’s post in her Musings/Events blog.

Susan leads Writing Circles by request.  Read more about custom crafted groups here.