Elizabeth Strout, author of six novels including “Amy and Isabelle,” “Anything is Possible” and the 2009 Pulitzer Prize winner, “Olive Kitteridge,” will lead a writing workshop from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on March 16 at the Downtown Bend Library. Titled “Going Against the Grain,” the workshop will focus on writing from another person’s point of view. Notebooks, pens and light refreshments will be provided. The workshop costs $50 and advance registration is required as space is limited to 36 participants. Contact dplfoundation.org or 541-312-1027. — Kim Himstreet, The Bulletin