The Griot is an 8-Week Journey in Non-Fiction Storytelling developed and taught by Bobbi Johnson.
Come tap into your inner griot on this eight-week exploration of the technical and spiritual sides of nonfiction writing. Whether you're finally ready to complete that long-awaited memoir, looking for a safe space to share your story for the first time, or facing a chapter from your past you’d rather not walk through alone—this class was created with you in mind.
The Griot welcomes both journal lovers and seasoned writers. Through a gentle blend of writing prompts, guided meditation, somatic movement, and oral storytelling, we’ll support the healing of old wounds and the release of shame that may still live in your voice.
This is an invitation to come home to your story—to tell it fully, freely, and without apology. To reclaim the moments that shaped you. To write them down not just as memories, but as acts of courage, clarity, and transformation.
We are honored to walk alongside you, to support your voice, and to witness the beauty of your becoming.
Your story matters.
Let’s write it together.
Dates:
Wednesday, October 15th, 7pm - 10pm
Wednesday, October 22nd, 7pm - 10pm
Wednesday, October 29th, 7pm -10pm
Wednesday, November 5th, 7pm- 10pm
Wednesday, November 12th, 7pm - 10pm
Wednesday, November 19th, 7pm - 10pm
Wednesday, December 3rd, 7pm - 10pm
Wednesday, December 10th, 7pm - 10pm
Place:
The Grit Gallery, 115 Broadway c/o, Newburgh, NY 12550
*Location Subject to change within the Newburgh/Beacon Area*
Price: $250 pp
About the Instructor:
Bobbi Johnson is an actress, writer, teacher, and spiritual practitioner from Bowie, Maryland. She’s an NYU Tisch graduate, a decorated poet, co-founder of True North Sanctuary, and creator of The Blessed Mess Mindset.
As a child of two southern Baptist preachers, she learned the power of the spoken word, the importance of sacred practice, and the healing potency of nature and community at a young age. Her work sits at the axis of radical artistic expression, community activism, and ancient spiritual practice. It’s her mission to empower others in the true articulation of their highest self and to reinstate artists as the spiritual practitioners and social thermometers of the collective consciousness.
For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Hamp Fluker at hampfluker@fableandsow.com
Ethical Pricing Clause:
At Fable & Sow, we prioritize Ethical Leadership and Ethical Pricing in everything we do. For all of our offerings, including the Summer workshops, we are open to adjusting the price based on each artist's circumstances. If the listed price of any offering is beyond your budget, please reach out to hampfluker@fableandsow.com so we can discuss a suitable price point for you, as well as potential payment plans.
Must be 18+ to register.
The Griot is an 8-Week Journey in Non-Fiction Storytelling developed and taught by Bobbi Johnson.
Come tap into your inner griot on this eight-week exploration of the technical and spiritual sides of nonfiction writing. Whether you're finally ready to complete that long-awaited memoir, looking for a safe space to share your story for the first time, or facing a chapter from your past you’d rather not walk through alone—this class was created with you in mind.
The Griot welcomes both journal lovers and seasoned writers. Through a gentle blend of writing prompts, guided meditation, somatic movement, and oral storytelling, we’ll support the healing of old wounds and the release of shame that may still live in your voice.
This is an invitation to come home to your story—to tell it fully, freely, and without apology. To reclaim the moments that shaped you. To write them down not just as memories, but as acts of courage, clarity, and transformation.
We are honored to walk alongside you, to support your voice, and to witness the beauty of your becoming.
Your story matters.
Let’s write it together.
Dates:
Wednesday, October 15th, 7pm - 10pm
Wednesday, October 22nd, 7pm - 10pm
Wednesday, October 29th, 7pm -10pm
Wednesday, November 5th, 7pm- 10pm
Wednesday, November 12th, 7pm - 10pm
Wednesday, November 19th, 7pm - 10pm
Wednesday, December 3rd, 7pm - 10pm
Wednesday, December 10th, 7pm - 10pm
Place:
The Grit Gallery, 115 Broadway c/o, Newburgh, NY 12550
*Location Subject to change within the Newburgh/Beacon Area*
Price: $250 pp
About the Instructor:
Bobbi Johnson is an actress, writer, teacher, and spiritual practitioner from Bowie, Maryland. She’s an NYU Tisch graduate, a decorated poet, co-founder of True North Sanctuary, and creator of The Blessed Mess Mindset.
As a child of two southern Baptist preachers, she learned the power of the spoken word, the importance of sacred practice, and the healing potency of nature and community at a young age. Her work sits at the axis of radical artistic expression, community activism, and ancient spiritual practice. It’s her mission to empower others in the true articulation of their highest self and to reinstate artists as the spiritual practitioners and social thermometers of the collective consciousness.
For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Hamp Fluker at hampfluker@fableandsow.com
Ethical Pricing Clause:
At Fable & Sow, we prioritize Ethical Leadership and Ethical Pricing in everything we do. For all of our offerings, including the Summer workshops, we are open to adjusting the price based on each artist's circumstances. If the listed price of any offering is beyond your budget, please reach out to hampfluker@fableandsow.com so we can discuss a suitable price point for you, as well as potential payment plans.
Must be 18+ to register.
