Join Community Access to the Arts at The Mount for a reading of poetry and prose from the CATA Writers’ Workshop. Through heartfelt, thought-provoking, and humorous work, CATA writers with disabilities express their unique perspectives and reveal common experiences that connect us all. Join us for a fun and free evening of CATA writing!

Space is limited, registration required for this FREE event. CLICK HERE to register.

Accessibility & Parking:

• The performance space and restrooms in the Stable are wheelchair accessible.
• Free parking is available a short distance from the stable (down a loose gravel path). Two additional accessible parking spots are available directly outside the Stable entrance. Visitors are also welcome to drive up to the Stable entrance for easy drop-off.
• ASL interpretation and open captioning will be provided during the reading.
• Braille and large print programs will be available at the door.
• Visit the CATA Accessibility Resource Table at check-in where CATA staff can assist you with braille and large print programs, priority seating for ASL and ease of entrance/exit, and other accommodations.
• A free reception will follow this event from 6:00-7:00pm.

Questions? Contact CATA at 413-528-5485 or email Kelly@CATAarts.org.

About the CATA Writers’ Workshop:

Since 2005, writers with disabilities have explored creative and expressive writing forms through CATA’s weekly Writers’ Workshop, developing their talents in poetry, haiku, autobiography, and short stories. CATA faculty artist Janet Reich Elsbach— a talented local writer as well as a gifted teacher— leads the workshops with an inventive curriculum that helps each CATA writer develop their individual style. Some CATA writers work with “scribes” to help them put their ideas on paper.

Photo: CATA writers Cathy Marden and Scott Thomas (photos by Julie McCarthy courtesy of cataarts.org