Pen Parentis

Pen Parentis is a non-profit that supports writers at every stage of parenthood. The workspace thrives on shared experience, offering peer-led workshops and child-friendly writing time to keep creativity flowing after little ones arrive. Skilled facilitators guide sessions without judging drafts or deadlines, focusing instead on steady progress. Meetups rotate through different Manhattan spots, so the address changes monthly—check their map for the latest locale. Past hosts have included cozy cafés near Washington Square and quiet corners of Midtown, always within stroller distance of public transit. Shared childcare lets parents attend without extra childcare costs piling on. Reach the team at (212) 501-2031 for the current meetup site and next session dates. Find directions on the group’s map. They’re the writers who remember what it’s like to balance a draft and a diaper bag.