2026 Class Schedule
“Generous in praise, incisive in criticism, and always exquisitely attuned to what each student needs, Hermine Meinhard is the rarest of teachers. Arrive with any background or no background at all; Hermine will meet you where you are and take you with her – joyfully – to the next level and the one beyond that. She is a wizard. Her classroom is a magical place.”
— Laura G., NYC
PERSONAL TUTORING
for any writing project, creative or expository
(no project too large or small!)
Hourly rate: $100/hr
or fee to be discussed per project
Private Winter Poetry
Group Class via Zoom
Wednesdays, 4 sessions
Jan. 28 - Feb. 18, 2026; 7 - 9:30 p.m
Cost $150
Celebrate the senses, beauty, the aliveness of language on these four winter nights. Read a different poet every week and draw on art, music, objects, memory and evocative language to write your new poems.
Sorry, this class is full.
Private Early Spring Poetry
Group Class via Zoom
Wednesdays, 4 sessions
Mar. 11 - Apr. 8, 2026; 7 - 9:30 p.m (no class April 1)
Cost $150
Celebrate the senses, beauty, the aliveness of language on these four early spring nights. Read a different poet every week and draw on art, music, objects, memory and evocative language to write your new poems.
Free Poetry Workshop
Wednesday, Apr. 16, 2026; 7 - 9:00 p.m.
Cost: free
To get a taste of my teaching, take a free one-evening class: Images: A Free Poetry Workshop
Discover images from your life that matter to you. From these you will write a poem.
boxoffice@mmjccm.org or 646-505-5708
Write New Poems!
In-Person group Class
Wednesdays, 8 sessions
Apr. 29, 2026 - Jun. 17, 2026; 7 - 9:00 p.m.
Cost $400
Write a new poem every week in my new in-person class at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan. Through unexpected exercises, let’s deep-dive into your life, utilizing sensory objects, movement and art. Study elements of craft—line, image and rhythm—to build your understanding of form. The class includes a one-hour private conference with me. Beginners to experienced writers welcome.
boxoffice@mmjccm.org or 646-505-5708
One-on-One Private Classes via Zoom
Individual one-hour class, $150
Package of five 1-hour classes: $500
Feel free to reach out to me with questions, to schedule a class or for payment options.
An excellent way to focus with me on writing new poems, revising, or developing a group of related poems or a chapbook.
“I have had the privilege of studying with Hermine in both her group classes and privately for almost ten years. Hermine teaches with grace, humility and soul. She listens deeply. Her patience and encouragement have helped me to develop and have confidence in my poetic voice. In her classes, she subtly creates an environment where the imagination thrives, becomes alert and fresh. I have benefited tremendously from studying with Hermine. I consider time with her a gift.”
— Anne D., NY
2025 Classes
Private Spring Poetry Group Class via Zoom
Wednesdays, 4 sessions
May 28 - June 18, 2025; 7 - 9:30 p.m
Cost $150
Celebrate the senses, beauty, the aliveness of language on these four spring nights. Read a different poet every week and draw on art, music, objects, memory, and evocative language to write new poems.
Private Summer Poetry
Group Class via Zoom
Wednesdays, 4 sessions
July 9 - 30, 2025; 7 - 9:30 p.m
Cost $150
Celebrate the senses, beauty, the aliveness of language on these four summer nights. Read a different poet every week and draw on art, music, objects, memory, and evocative language to write new poems.
Private Fall Poetry
Group Class via Zoom
Wednesdays, 4 sessions
September 3 - September 24, 2025; 7 - 9:30 p.m
Cost $150
Celebrate the senses, beauty, the aliveness of language on these four fall nights. Read a different poet every week and draw on art, music, objects, memory, and evocative language to write new poems.
Private Autumn Poetry Group Class via Zoom
Wednesdays, 6 sessions
October 15 - November 19, 2025; 7 - 9:30 p.m
Cost $225
Celebrate the senses, beauty, the aliveness of language on these six autumn nights. Read a different poet every week and draw on art, music, objects, memory, and evocative language to write new poems.