BOOK PASSAGE CLASSES
Spring 2024 Classes
Book Passage is offering new classes for all areas of interest in 2024!
Please click on any category below or scroll down to browse the catalog.
Any questions, email classes@bookpassage.com.
To view the classes by date, please click here for a calendar view .
ART HISTORY
From Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela, discover the fantastic art and architecture of this diverse and captivating area. Explore Picasso, Gehry, Gaudi and much more! READ MORE |
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Writer and professional book group facilitator Jennifer Carson will lead this group in reading recent literary fiction with exceptional promise. With a diverse selection of inspiring of voices, Jennifer aims to facilitate stimulating, engaged, and elevated discussions that bring forth fresh insights about each month’s book. READ MORE |
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In reading four novels published from the past four years, we'll ask: what makes a novel "contemporary," "Jewish" or "American" today? Writer and educator Alex Ullman will guide this dive into the contemporary Jewish novel, exploring identity, assimilation, language, history, and also the ways all these themes are challenged by current literary voices. READ MORE |
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Interested in reading novels by the freshest new voices? Join our first Editions Club and the Book Discussion Group too. Already a First Editions member? Register here to join us for the discussion! Register for each meeting monthly. READ MORE |
Third Monday of the Month |
There is no better way to learn about a country than to explore the parts that are hidden from most tourists - the hidden streets and alleyways where crimes occur, following the investigators unique to each locale. Join editor Luisa Smith on a thrilling tour of the world through crime fiction. READ MORE |
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Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 9, Apr 13 |
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Personal Growth This book group tackles personal growth from four distinct perspectives: holistic (and lighthearted), cerebral, physiological, and spiritual—finding joy! Writer and certified life coach Matthew Felix will lead participants on a journey of self-discovery through an exploration of how to live a more intentional, engaged, and fulfilling life. READ MORE |
Mar 30, May 4, Jun 8, Jul 6 |
Join Valentina for a fun and communicative introduction to the Italian language. You will start from the basics, learning and practicing in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. READ MORE |
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For students continuing from Beginner 1. Join Valentina for a fun and communicative introduction to the Italian language. READ MORE |
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For students continuing from Beginner 3. Join Valentina for a fun and communicative introduction to the Italian language. READ MORE |
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For students who have completed all beginner classes (through Beginner 4) at Book Passage, or for new students with previous basic grammar knowledge of the Italian language. READ MORE |
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Join teacher Wendy Walsh for a seven-week online course aimed at intermediate students. READ MORE |
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Join teacher Wendy Walsh for for a seven-week online course aimed at advanced students. READ MORE |
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Spanish: Continuing Beginner Join Victoria Einhorn for a continuing introduction to Spanish, for new and former students. You will learn the basics of the language through reading, writing, addressing grammar and responding to written text. READ MORE |
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Spanish: Advanced Beginner Join Victoria Einhorn for a continuing introduction to Spanish, for new and former students. Advanced beginners have a solid grasp of Spanish sentence structure and will learn the basics of the language through reading, writing, addressing grammar and responding to written text. READ MORE |
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Spanish: Advanced Intermediate Join Victoria for a Spanish class for those with experience and comfort with the language. Students will work towards fluency by reading, writing, addressing grammar and responding to written text. This class includes lot of conversation opportunities! READ MORE |
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Want to become a pro with your smartphone camera? This hands-on workshop will set you on that path. Combining discussion and demonstration with the iPhone Camera, Susan and Neil Silverman will share their photography experience with you. READ MORE |
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Learn to create and solder a stunning sterling silver ring from dozens of designs and gemstones. No prior experience necessary. You will leave with a new piece of jewelry and a customized, leather bookmark, a special offering for Book Passage book lovers! READ MORE |
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WRITING
Your voice is the essence of your writing, the key to making words come alive, and the signature that sets you apart. Authentic voices connect us. This class is a haven for anyone seeking to unearth and refine their genuine writer's voice, take creative risks, and witness their writer’s soul flourish. This is not just a workshop; it’s discovery and growth. READ MORE |
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: Storytelling Workshop with the Host of "The Moth" Author and Storyteller Corey Rosen (host of The Moth, BATS Improv, Author of "Your Story, Well Told") helps you to uncover your best stories, develop them in a safe and supportive environment, and then perform them in a free LIVE showcase for friends and family. READ MORE |
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In this class, you will learn some of the rules for writing a picture book for publication today. You will also be encouraged to play around with those rules, unleashing your own unique creativity. READ MORE |
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Building a Story: Plot Wondering how to organize the events in your narrative and build tension in a story? In this two-day workshop, students will explore a different approach to plot each session: the causation plot and braided or episodic plot structure. READ MORE |
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The more we bring an analytic eye to others’ work, the more possibilities open up in our own. In this course, we’ll closely read the classic novel by James Baldwin, Giovanni's Room. READ MORE |
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Dive into the world of flash fiction, where the power of storytelling meets the art of brevity and every word matters, every sentence packs a punch. Whether you aspire to craft standalone micro-stories or use this form to enrich your longer works, this course will equip you with the skills to create concise, impactful narratives that leave a lasting impression. READ MORE |
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Writing Historical Fiction Historical fiction is one of the most popular genres in the book world, and it's really fun to write, too! In this informative and interactive masterclass, best-selling historical novelists Siobhan Curham and Linda Joy Myers will guide you through the key elements of writing gripping historical fiction. READ MORE |
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During this two-hour workshop, Britta will inspire you to stay connected to your creative mind as you work on a new prompt every 10-15 minutes. It's like speed-dating for writers (without the date!) There will be plenty of time for sharing at the end. READ MORE |
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This is Annie’s annual 3 hour workshop on everything she knows about writing, with an emphasis this year on why writing and truth-telling is so vital to each person, the community, and the world. READ MORE |
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PUBLISHING
How to Get Your Book Published This course is to help aspiring authors improve their chance of getting their memoir, novel, or non-fiction book considered for publication by a reputable literary agent, acquisitions editor, or published. READ MORE |
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Questions about Book Passage classes? Contact: classes@bookpassage.com