This is a Council led event.

03/07/2026 - Clive James Library and Service Centre, Kogarah

Are you an aspiring or practised writer interested in engaging with and improving your craft? This new monthly program is designed to light your creative spark and help you develop consistent writing habits in a supportive and collaborative environment, facilitated by award-winning creative writing instructor Aylish Dowsett.

Drop in to Clive James Library, Kogarah on the first Friday of each month to discuss writing with other aspiring writers, participate in interesting and inspiring writing activities, challenge yourself to meet a monthly writing goal, share your ideas and discuss your works, and connect with like-minded people in our writing community.

This event is suitable for ages 16 and over, and everyone is welcome! No previous experience is necessary. Please bring a writing implement and notebook to participate in any activities, and ideas about your writing you would like to discuss.

About the Facilitator: 
Aylish Dowsett is an award-winning writer, tutor, and copywriter. She teaches creative writing at The Writers’ Studio, The Writing Quarter, Creative Writing Ink, and St George and Sutherland Community College. Her work has been published in Mythrill Fiction, Collider, Honi Soit, Grapeshot, The Quarry, and many others. She loves cats and all things weird and British. 

 

Friday 3 July 2026

 

Address

Clive James Library and Service Centre, Kogarah
Kogarah Town Square, Belgrave Street, Kogarah.
 

Time

6.00pm - 7.00pm.
 

Cost

Free.
 

Bookings

Spaces are limited, so bookings are essential. Book your place now using the button below.

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More information

• If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time and there are people in the standby queue, your ticket may be allocated to the standby queue.

• If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration at least 3 hours prior to the event. As Library Programs have limited spaces, repeated failure to notify staff of cancellations may result in bookings being refused in the future.

• The library does not endorse or promote any products which may be used in the workshop.

​Accessibility Information: 
Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. Please email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au or note down your requirements or support needs in your event registration. 

Georges River Libraries offer a range of programs to support early literacy and foster community connection, please visit our library Programs and Events webpage. 

For further information, please contact us on (02) 9330 6111 or email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au.