Meet Madeline Miller!

Friends, students, colleagues,   Blue Stoop has opened class proposals for the fall semester! We're seeking skilled instructors with a passion for the craft and business of writing, and a deliberate anti-oppressive pedagogy. We prioritize hiring teachers in the Greater Philadelphia Area and are open to those with grassroots, community-based experience as well as those trained in academic settings. In other words, we care more about your expertise in a given topic and your teaching style than we do about degrees. Please submit your proposal by July 31 — We can't wait to read them! SUMMER CLASSES Did you know we offer financial aid for our 3-hour workshops? Aid is income-based and limited to those in the greater Philadelphia area.   Applying is fast and easy: Just fill out our super short one-minute survey, check your email to get the discount code, and then use it to complete your purchase.    The following classes are eligible for financial aid: 7/20: "Found Text Poetry": A Workshop with Savannah Cooper-Ramsey 7/27: "The World of Lit Mags": A Workshop with Andrea A. Firth 8/3: "Rice, Salt, and Water – Recipes for Poetry and Resistance": A Workshop with Gabriel Ramirez & Saskia Kercy (in-person) 8/14: "Query Letters 101": A Workshop with Eric Smith Claim your seat today!    And while you're at it, check out these other upcoming Summer School offerings — they're not part of our financial aid program, but you can save 10% on these sessions with the promo code SUMSCHOOL24      Almost all of our summer classes and workshops will be recorded and available to watch online through the end of summer. Our recorded sessions with Zach Ozma, Asali Solomon, Dilruba Ahmed, and Raena Shirali are available now, starting at just $15. FUNDRAISING UPDATE We're now 35% of the way toward our $20,000 summer fundraising goal. I know it's a big ask, but every dollar donated puts us one step closer to making it a reality. Thank you to everyone who has given so far!   We'll use these donations invest in next semester's classes, replenish our financial aid program, and sustain our operations. If you like Blue Stoop and have a little wiggle room in your coffee (or used book) budget, we humbly welcome your support.   One of the simplest ways you can help Blue Stoop is by setting up a recurring donation. Whether it's $1, $5, or more, having that predictable monthly income will enable us to plan ahead with confidence.    DONATE TO BLUE STOOP ON THE STOOP Thursday, 7/11, 3:30-5:30pm ET:  We are pleased to offer creative co-working while our typical Thursdays on the Stoop sessions are on hiatus. Join Blue Stoop co-director Julian Shendelman for up to 2 hours of quiet time for writing, editing, daydreaming, or whatever's on your plate. These drop-in sessions are free, virtual, and open to all. Thursday, 8/29, 5:00-6:00pm ET: LIVE RAFFLE EVENT! Tune in as we announce the winners of our exciting prizes, which include signed books, literary coaching sessions, artsy sticker packs, and more. Tickets are just $2. Fellowships program: Have you heard about our new fellowship program for woman-identified emerging writers? Established with the generous support of acclaimed author Jennifer Weiner, this fellowship aims to elevate voices that often go unheard in the literary world. Six fellows will receive $5000 to support their creative endeavors, as well as professional mentoring, a supportive cohort, and promotional opportunities. We'll share details on eligibility and deadlines later this summer, so subscribe to this special mailing list to be the first to find out. Stoop merch: It's farmers market season! Consider schlepping your produce home in one of our super sturdy tote bags. They're only $15, with $5 flat rate shipping.   In solidarity,    Julian Shendelman Co-Director   P.S. Looking for literary fun this weekend? Be sure to check out our new community calendar and resource pages. Submissions are very welcome! CLASSIFIEDS Sunday, 7/14, 1:30 – 4:30 pm @ William Way LGBT Community Center: Compostable Arts Collective Presents: Fertile Grounds. Fertile Grounds aims to create a free safe space for Philadelphian queer and BIPOC (and their allies) artists, activists, and those who want to be in creative community, to explore their creative selves and connect with others. This environment is meant to be a “composting space” where we meet people doing the same or wildly different things to learn from one another and our creative/organizing practices. Featuring Guest Artist Alison Lubar with Generative Creative Writing, Sound Healing and Meditation. FREE, snacks and drinks served. Masks required. WANT MORE LOCAL EVENTS? VIEW CALENDAR 1315 Walnut Street, Suite 320 Philadelphia, PA 19107, United States Unsubscribe or Manage Preferences