Words on Wednesday - 22nd April 2026
Dear Writers,
As the Swindon Festival of Literature will be taking place in May, please be mindful that some of the Artswords events may not be available.
Please note that we cannot confirm Artswords dates until we receive Artswords Newsletter on the 1st day of each month, so we really appreciate your patience. Just a reminder that the Artswords Writer's Kitchen and Artswords Writer's Cafe now cost £2 per session, but grants are available for those who cannot afford the costs.
Here's your weekly update:
This week's Extra Task:
Continue writing your Sonnets, on a topic of your choice.
Sneaky peek at next Week's Tasks:
If I were: A surprise gift.
Main Task: On this day (Wednesday 29th April), in 1980, Alfred Hitchcock died. TASK: Have a go at creating your own Alfred Hitchcock inspired story. Alternatively: If you haven't already submitted your writing submissions to Swindon Writing IV, please bring them in, or any other writing project you are currently working on.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR THE DIARY:
Write Along Tuesday, (W.A.T) - Central Library, Downstairs
Unfortunately, there will be no Write Along Tuesday in April.
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It won't be long until we are in May - THE 33rd SWINDON FESTIVAL OF LITERATURE. Make sure you put these dates in your diary: Monday 4th May to Sunday 10th May 2026.
Countdown to Swindon Festival of Literature: 10 Days (After today)
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Speaking with Care - This is a women-only event
When: Original start date was Saturday 21st February 2026 onwards, every other Saturday, see dates below.
Where: Ridgeway Rise Care Home, 40 Richardson Road, Blunsdon Saint Andrew, SN25 4DS
Time: 3pm to 4pm
Cost: FREE
A gentle speaking circle where women build confidence at their own pace, while sharing meaningful moments with care home residents. Speaking with Care is a confidence-building speaking circle for women, hosted in partnership with Care Homes. Hosted by the Works 360 Foundation.
The Event is on every other Saturday starting from:
21st February,
7th March,
21st March,
4th April, and so on.
I've added the dates for April, May, and June, please remember to book, otherwise you won't be able to read out.
18th April,
2nd May,
16th May,
30th May,
13th June,
27th June, and so on.
Happy writing everyone!
Regards,
Penni and Sarah
Words on Wednesday Co-Facilitators
