Creativity Connects Westport
What fuels a vibrant, connected and creative community? What makes people feel good about living in Westport?
When locals share the creativity that they uncover in the nooks and crannies of their community it brings about connectivity and makes us all feel good. Believe it or not, you discover creativity every day as you walk, shop, work, and play in Westport?
Creativity connects us.
Meet Liz Matthews, Executive Director of Westport Writer’s Workshop.
Is there a person or organization using creativity to provoke change in Westport?
I feel inspired when I drive over the bridge in town and see the high schoolers protesting for climate change and more recently people advocating for and speaking out about racial injustice. They hold creative, colorful signs - as a writer, we look for inspiration in our environments!
Finish this sentence: When I think of creativity in town I think of...
When I found Westport Writers Workshop four years ago, I felt like I had finally found my people. I love being surrounded by creative people who have made writing a priority in their lives. As a student, first, then an instructor, and now the Director of this wonderful organization, I can honestly say that when I think of creativity in Westport, I think of WWW.
Is there an organization in town that makes you feel good?
As American novelist Flannery O'Connor said, "I write to discover what I know”. We're so grateful that even during times like this, we can continue to provide a space for all writers to continue to explore their self-exploration and creativity.
As a nonprofit, we are most proud of our ability to continue to offer our free service workshops to underserved populations, including our new workshop for Essential Workers we offered this summer.
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