Primary – February 9

The first sitting president of the United States to have his photograph taken, William Henry Harrison, was born on this date in 1773. If you could be the first person to take a picture of someone or...

Literary – February 8

“The only greatness for man is immortality.” -James Dean, born this date in 1931. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your protagonist reveals what s/he would like to be remembered...

Journaling + Writing – Februar...

“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak, it’s also what it takes to sit down and listen.”Winston Churchill Journal prompt: Reflect on your previous journal entries and spend at least 20 minutes...

Big Questions – February 8

When was the last time you yelled at another person? Journaling prompt: Spend 15-20 minutes writing your answer in the spirit of exploring yourself and the world around you. If you can answer with a simple...

Romance – February 8

Kate Chopin, considered by many the earliest feminist author, was born on this date in 1850. When her husband died after 12 years of marriage, he left her at age 32 with six children and more than a...

Mystery – February 8

“Every time I read about Tom Sawyer, I’d go out and do something low-level naughty, just like him.”- John Grisham, born this date in 1955. Writing prompt: Write the scene of the first time...

SciFi/Fantasy – February 8

“Liberty is worth paying for.” -Jules Verne, born this date in 1828. Writing prompt: Write a scene in which your protagonist must pay dearly for some form of freedom.