Upcoming events

    • 8 Feb 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Woodstock Arts Theatre,8534 Main St, Woodstock, GA, 30188
    Register

    The Atlanta Friends of the Alphabet has a very impressive library and you are invited to come and view the documents!

    Join us for an open house on February 8, 2026 from 1-3PM

    Located at Woodstock Arts Theatre

    8534 Main St.

    Woodstock, GA  30188

    Our library’s holdings can be found through the member resources link on our website. (Note: you must be signed in order to reach the holdings webpage.)

    We recommend arriving early for easier access to parking as there will be a show at the arts theater starting at 2:30.


    • 21 Mar 2026
    • 4 Apr 2026
    • 3 sessions
    • ZOOM
    • 13
    Register

    Whether you are new to Spencerian or needing a refresher, this class is for you!

    Join renowned instructor Pat Blair for introductory to intermediate Spencerian and ornamental penmanship on ZOOM.

    Saturdays: March 21, March 28, and April 4 from 10AM-noon and 1PM-3PM

    Registrants will have access to recordings for 90 days

    Supply list:

    Exemplars and handouts will be provided



    • 13 Jun 2026
    • 11:00 AM
    • 16 Jun 2026
    • 4:00 PM
    • Spruill Center for the Arts
    • 17
    Register

    Join us for the first ever SOUTHERN SPENCERIAN SAGA!

    Michael Sull is an IAMPETH master penman and author living in Mission, Kansas. An expert on penmanship, he was Ronald Reagan's calligrapher after his presidency.

    Michael is known worldwide for his skill and teaching ability and is considered the foremost expert on Spencerian Script.

    This is a unique opportunity to enjoy an in person, immersive experience with a true master.  Classes will be held at the Event Studio at Spruill Center for the Arts in Dunwoody, from Saturday June 13th through Tuesday June 16th from 11AM-4PM.  A special presentation will be held on Saturday evening from 7-9PM with a lecture and demonstration; many historical documents will be on view - the Saturday evening presentation is open to the public.

    Enrollment is limited to 20 students.  The initial cost of the intensive four day experience is $1,300 which can be paid in four easy installments.  The final installment may be reduced depending on the final number of enrollees.

    • 15 Aug 2026
    • 9:00 AM
    • 16 Aug 2026
    • 5:30 PM
    • Spruill Center for the Arts, Dunwoody GA
    • 17
    Register

    The addition of metal leaf adds a beautiful, dimentional, textural beauty to any work of calligraphy or art.

    Now you can learn from a master - in person - Reggie Ezell, a gifted teacher for over 40 years who specializes in the art of guilding.  After this class, Reggie will not be traveling to teach this again-so grab this opportunity while you can! This class is for all levels - no prior experience is needed and no level of calligraphic skill is required.  Experienced students will be able to expand to more advanced works and be introduced to multiple techniques.

    We will host a public demonstration/pizza party on Saturday night beginning at 6:30 which will be open to the public.

    This exciting class is only $475 for both days and includes most of the supplies you will need, including the gold leaf and sizing.  Reserve your spot now with a $150 deposit.  If we have more than 12 participants, the final balance on the class will be reduced based on the headcount.


Past events

4 Oct 2025 Book Binding Workshop: Marcia Watt
13 Sep 2025 Mike Kecseg Pointed Pen Variations
8 Sep 2025 September Program: Holly Monroe
4 Aug 2025 Summer Series: Lettering Your Lineage
14 Jul 2025 Summer Series: Lettering Your Lineage
2 Jun 2025 Summer Series: Lettering Your Lineage
12 May 2025 May General Meeting
22 Mar 2025 Botanica: Sentient Script Monograms
13 Jan 2025 January Program with Mike Kecseg
8 Dec 2024 FotA Holiday Potluck Party
16 Nov 2024 Sickels with Celeste Wong
11 Nov 2024 General Meeting
4 Nov 2024 More Carrioka with Carrie Imai
12 Oct 2024 Broad Edge Pen Day Get Together in person
28 Sep 2024 Lily Yee-Sloan Freewheeling: Design Without Fear In-person workshop
5 Aug 2024 Barbara Close - Summer Series session 3
8 Jul 2024 Barbara Close - Summer Series session 2
3 Jun 2024 Barbara Close - Summer Series session 1
17 Apr 2024 Heather Held Flourish & Bloom All Member Access Demonstration
27 Jan 2024 Pointed Pen Party
31 Dec 2023 Flores del Camino - The Circle & the Journey of the Soul
14 Oct 2023 Cascading Capitals with Suzie Beringer
11 Sep 2023 September meeting - Members sharing
15 Jul 2023 Flores del Camino
26 Jun 2023 FotA Summer Series with Connie Furgason
25 Mar 2023 FLORA Alphabet & Monogram using watercolor pencils with Anne Davnes
13 Mar 2023 General Meeting: AnneDavnes: Finding Voice
21 Jan 2023 Calligraphy as a Spiritual Discipline with Holly Monroe
9 Jan 2023 Sherrie Lovler Marking Time - Introduction to a Daily Practice
7 Jan 2023 Rachel Yallop Large Italic using Automatic Pens
17 Dec 2022 FOTA Christmas Party
14 Nov 2022 General Meeting: Pat Blair Pointed Pen Holiday Motifs
19 Sep 2022 The Business of Calligraphy with Holly Monroe
12 Sep 2022 General Meeting Show and Tell: Members Share
20 Aug 2022 Coptic Binding 1-Day Workshop
17 Jul 2022 Spencerian Workshop with Bill Kemp
11 Jul 2022 IAMPETH Convention
9 May 2022 General Meeting May 9
26 Apr 2022 Weaving Words with Marina Soria
21 Mar 2022 Design Studio with Rachel Yallop
14 Mar 2022 General Meeting - March - Holly Monroe
21 Feb 2022 Design Studio with Rachel Yallop
12 Feb 2022 The Poetic Pen with Heather Held

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