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• COURSE- Short but Sweet: The Art of Writing Short Stories with Brie McKenzie

  • Start
    21 Sep 2026
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  • End
    2 Nov 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Button Factory Arts, 2nd floor Library
  • Spaces left
    3

  Register

  Mondays, 7 -9 pm. September 21, 28, October 5, 19, 26, November 2 (6 sessions. No class on Thanksgiving Monday).
  

  
  

  $153 Members /$180 non-members

  To learn more about Brie and her work, please visit:

  https://www.buttonfactoryarts.ca/mckenzie

  
  

  Always loved a good short story?  Then why not come and learn how to write one in a friendly and supportive environment?   In the course, we will look at the core elements of a short story and cover all aspects of writing one, including how to generate story ideas, develop strong characters and create a plot that will keep your readers glued to the page. 

  Students are asked to bring their own writing materials, whether electronic or pen and paper. 

  Please note: 

  • Attending the full class term is the responsibility of the student. No refunds or credits are issued for missing classes and educators will not schedule any additional instructor-led make-up classes.
  • Refunds are issued up to two weeks before your class starts.  After this period there are no refunds. 

  • With 2 or more weeks notice, we deduct 10% payment processing servicing fees from the total amount refunded or offer store credit with no deductions. 

  
  

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• COURSE- From Memory to Memoir with Brie McKenzie

  • Start
    26 Sep 2026
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  • End
    7 Nov 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Button Factory Arts, second floor
  • Spaces left
    7

  Register

  Saturdays, 10 am - 12 pm. September 26, October 3, 17, 24, 31, November 7. (6 sessions--No class on Thanksgiving weekend)
  

  

  $153 Members /$180 non-members 

  To learn more about Brie and her work, please visit:

  https://www.buttonfactoryarts.ca/mckenzie

  
  

  Our lives are full of many experiences, many stories.  Have you ever dreamt of sharing these with others in a memoir?

  Join us for our 6 week Memory to Memoir Writing course where we’ll explore how you can turn your personal story into a well crafted memoir.  In a safe and supportive environment we’ll look at a variety of topics, ranging from memoir vs autobiography, to navigating sensitive subjects, to the importance of theme, to creating images in writing, and everything in between. 

  Each week participants will be encouraged to try their hand at small exercises to help them develop their own “writing muscles” and unique style.  

  Please bring pen, paper, laptop, whatever your preference for writing.  

  Please note: 

  • Attending the full class term is the responsibility of the student. No refunds or credits are issued for missing classes and educators will not schedule any additional instructor-led make-up classes.
  • Refunds are issued up to two weeks before your class starts.  After this period there are no refunds. 

  • With 2 or more weeks notice, we deduct 10% payment processing servicing fees from the total amount refunded or offer store credit with no deductions. 

  
  

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• COURSE- From Memory to Memoir with Brie McKenzie

  • Start
    4 Nov 2026
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  • End
    9 Dec 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Button Factory Arts, second floor
  • Spaces left
    7

  Register

  Wednesdays, 1:30 - 3:30 pm. November 4, 11, 18, 25, December 2, 9. (6 weeks)
  

  

  $153 Members /$180 Non-Members 

  To learn more about Brie and her work, please visit:

  https://www.buttonfactoryarts.ca/mckenzie

  
  

  Our lives are full of many experiences, many stories.  Have you ever dreamt of sharing these with others in a memoir?

  Join us for our 6 week Memory to Memoir Writing course where we’ll explore how you can turn your personal story into a well crafted memoir.  In a safe and supportive environment we’ll look at a variety of topics, ranging from memoir vs autobiography, to navigating sensitive subjects, to the importance of theme, to creating images in writing, and everything in between. 

  Each week participants will be encouraged to try their hand at small exercises to help them develop their own “writing muscles” and unique style.  

  Please bring pen, paper, laptop, whatever your preference for writing.  

  Please note: 

  • Attending the full class term is the responsibility of the student. No refunds or credits are issued for missing classes and educators will not schedule any additional instructor-led make-up classes.
  • Refunds are issued up to two weeks before your class starts.  After this period there are no refunds. 

  • With 2 or more weeks notice, we deduct 10% payment processing servicing fees from the total amount refunded or offer store credit with no deductions. 

  
  

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• COURSE- Short but Sweet: The Art of Writing Short Stories with Brie McKenzie

  • Start
    14 Nov 2026
  •  
  • End
    19 Dec 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Button Factory Arts, second floor
  • Spaces left
    10

  Register

  Saturdays, 10 am - 12 pm. November 14, 21, 28, December 5, 12, 19. (6 weeks)
  

  
  

  $153 Members /$180 non-members

  To learn more about Brie and her work, please visit:

  https://www.buttonfactoryarts.ca/mckenzie

  
  

  Always loved a good short story?  Then why not come and learn how to write one in a friendly and supportive environment?   In the course, we will look at the core elements of a short story and cover all aspects of writing one, including how to generate story ideas, develop strong characters and create a plot that will keep your readers glued to the page. 

  Students are asked to bring their own writing materials, whether electronic or pen and paper. 

  Please note: 

  • Attending the full class term is the responsibility of the student. No refunds or credits are issued for missing classes and educators will not schedule any additional instructor-led make-up classes.
  • Refunds are issued up to two weeks before your class starts.  After this period there are no refunds. 

  • With 2 or more weeks notice, we deduct 10% payment processing servicing fees from the total amount refunded or offer store credit with no deductions. 

  
  

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