Participants will explore the use of nature in Flash Fiction. Flash, or Sudden Fiction, uses restraint, strong imagery, and a single moment in time to create tiny, powerful stories. We will explore this popular genre using examples from literature and nature themes. Writers of all experience levels - or none - are welcome, and may register for any or all of the sessions. Preregistration is strongly encouraged.

The Arboretum Farmhouse and Welcome Center are undergoing long-needed updates. If the Welcome Center is unavailable for a date, the session may be moved to another Arboretum location, or to Zoom. Zoom will also be available for people who are unable to travel to the Arboretum.

Classes meet on May 26, June 2, 9, and 23 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM (click on the class date to access registration for that date, then scroll down to register using PayPal or a credit card.) To avoid the small processing charge, you can also call the office at 518-875-6935 to register using a credit card, or email Info@landisarboretum.org to get on the registration list and pay at the door. Participation by Zoom will be available. You may register for one or all classes; please complete the registration for each session you wish to attend. Registration is capped at 12.

Instructor: Susannah Risley, fiction and nonfiction author

Location: The Welcome Center

Registration: Members and nonmembers, $5 for each session

This event is funded in part by Poets & Writers with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.