What we’re about
Shut Up & Write! is a global community that empowers writers to overcome procrastination, silence their inner critic, and make consistent progress on their projects. Our events provide a structured and focused environment where writers can come together, set aside distractions, and achieve their writing goals.
What to Expect
Our events use our proven formula: a few minutes of introductions, a period of focused writing, and a final check-in to share our progress. Once you arrive, our host will lead introductions, and then everyone will write for a quiet, focused period of time. Afterward, we’ll have an optional time to chat and get to know each other. Our events are a safe space for writers to work on their craft. No one will read or critique your writing.
For more information about our organization, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Shut up and Write + Coffee, East Bay (Monthly)RSVP, Walnut Creek, CA
(MONTHLY, FIRST FRIDAYS)
* More dates to be added if there's interest.
Welcome! Let's write in a quiet space.
Instructions
- COST: Free! RSVP required to reserve seat and for waitlist. Small group and reserved room.
- Exact location will be emailed to confirmed attendees.
- NO: meals and phone calls inside meeting room, walk-ins, no-shows. Thanks.
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Meet: Registered guests, meet on 2nd Floor.
Please change your RSVP if you need to cancel!
What
Join other writers for an hour of focused writing.
"Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice." Come and get it done.
Schedule
2:15 PM Get coffee. Meet on second floor.
2:30 Quick intros (names, writing projects)
2:45 Timer starts. Write for one hour.
3:45 The end. Chat (outside), take off, or keep writing.
*Meeting room reserved until 4 PM. Please leave rooms areas clean and organized for our host. Before/after meeting: Feel free to work in the common area until 7 pm close! Hours.
Guidelines
• Wi-Fi available
• Amenities: common open space (for eating, phone calls, more space), coffee and tea for sale. Please buy your food/drink here to thank our host!
• BART: Walnut Creek. Free shuttle from the the WC BART station. More on public transportation.
• Parking garage: 1300 S Main St. More info.
First three hours are FREE. Entrance on Main St. is one block south of venue.• Bring headphones if you want to reduce outside noise distraction.
• Socializing (optional, outside of room) happens at the end. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is encouraged.
• RSVP only if you can make it, and update ASAP if your plans change.
• Running late? Join us quietly and start writing!
This is your practice and focus time, so I hope to see you there.
Happy Writing!
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Notes
• See our "About Us" link, above left, for SUAW meeting tips and etiquette.
• This meet is also posted on the Coworking for creatives Meetup site.
• Locations and times change according to availability.
• By joining, you agree to workspace rules and agree to leaving space in same condition as it was found.
• Photo: Capital One bank and cafe, https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/8/7/b/highres_488627227.jpeg
• THANK YOU TO OUR VENUE SPONSOR: Capital One cafe and bank, Walnut Creek, who supports non-profits through providing venues.
Posted by: Rosanna, volunteer organizer
- Shut Up & Write!® in NORTH BEACHCaffe Capriccio, San Francisco, CA
PLEASE NOTE: if there are no RSVPs by 24 hours before the event on Saturday (i.e. by Friday 11 am) the MeetUp will be CANCELLED for lack of interest.
=================================================================Want to write in a café on a Saturday afternoon in the company of other writers?
We’re doing just that, every week. Come and be inspired to complete your work!
Here’s how it works:
10:45 AM Show up at Caffe Capriccio, feeling productive and energized! We meet in the main cafe area, across from the counter. We’ll have Shut Up and Write signs on the tables, so we’re easy to find. Brace yourself for an hour of writing in focused silence.
- *RSVP and please arrive by 10:45 am in order to get settled in, get set up, order food. We will introduce ourselves briefly and start promptly at 11:00 am.
- 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM: we shut up and write!
12:30 PM: Post-writing chat! More writing if you like! Or break and head out to get a jump on your other weekend activities.
Sound good?! Join us!
* * * If you are new to the "Shut Up & Write" concept...
Shut Up & Write hosts free in-person and online writing events for writers all over the world. Our goal is to ensure that every writer, regardless of genre or skill level, has access to the community, accountability, and resources they need to be successful in their personal writing goals. Our events use our proven formula: a few minutes of introductions, an hour of focused writing, and a final check-in to share the hour's progress.
What to Expect
*** RSVP and please arrive 10–15 minutes early to get settled at an in-person event.*** Our host will lead introductions and then everyone will write for a quiet, focused period of time.
Afterward, we’ll have an optional time to chat and get to know each other. Members often talk about their successes and challenges as writers. Our events are a safe space for writers to work on their craft. No one will read or critique your writing.
For more information about our events, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
Being Late is Okay: Just show up and get settled, without interrupting other writers who may be in the zone :-) Check in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write sign.)
**If you RSVP that you will attend, and your plans change, PLEASE change your RSVP to indicate you will NOT be attending! (**That saves your host from trying to save seats/table space)
This is a cozy cafe and can get busy on the weekend -- if it gets crowded, please be considerate and allow room for other patrons by sharing your table with writers in our group.
What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s ambient music or the occasional conversation by other patrons.
Other Important Details:
VENUE WIFI NAME/PASSWORD:
- Capriccio-Guest/ Mason2200
TRAVEL / PARKING:
- The #8/#30/#45 buses + the Powell/Mason Cable Car all pass by within a couple of blocks. Street parking.
GUIDELINES: Please support a local business and thank our hosts by purchasing something.
- Shut Up & Write!® in the Mission (Rise & Grind Coffeehouse)2598 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA
Coworking for writers in your area!
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome, and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area.When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused hour of writing.
Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries!
A note about the format
We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing.For our full event schedule, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
Other Important Details:
WIFI NAME/PASSWORD: CBICI-9388 / canvas3356baked
TRAVEL / PARKING: A few blocks from the 24th & Mission BART
SEATING INFORMATION: We'll grab the table upstairs. It's like our own private writing space!
Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.
