JRW hosts programming throughout the year. Take a look at what you have to look forward to in 2021 below. Be sure to become a JRW member, so you can enjoy discounted rates for all of our programming, as well as exclusive benefits extended to members only.
WRITERS WEDNESDAYS (FREE!) happen monthly and offer a relaxed environment to socialize and network. New in 2021 – we are introducing two new elements:
Community Connections – we’ll introduce you to a nonprofit/organization that can help you on your writing journey.
Newcomers Welcome – In March and October, we will pause from Community Connections, and use this time to allow those that are new to JRW to get a rundown of JRW membership benefits, programming offerings, and more. JRW “veterans” can mix and mingle while newcomers spend time with JRW staff to get their questions answered. View the Writers Wednesday calendar for 2021 HERE.
2021 brings us the ever-popular SHANN PALMER POETRY CONTEST, so brush up your best poems and be on the look out for more information.
The contest opens January 8, and runs through February 28.
The 2021 WRITING SHOW season is coming your way. We’ll offer another eight shows featuring all manner of amazing writing professionals on all types of topics. We will round out the Writing Show season, in September, with an “Ask Us Anything” show, featuring JRW Staff. Each program will bring you quality content and a chance to network with your community. Writing Show memberships are available! View the 2021 Writing Show Season HERE.
In 2021, we are offering a new slate of MASTER CLASSES, running February through May. New this year – the final Master Class in May will be “Members Choice.” Look for messaging in January/February, when we will open up choices for the final class to our JRW Membership. View the 2021 Master Class Schedule HERE.
The ANNUAL JAMES RIVER WRITERS CONFERENCE is our signature event. Hold the date for the 2021 Conference, October 8-10. We don’t know what the future of gatherings holds, but we know we’ll be bringing you all your conference favorites!