BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//James River Writers - ECPv6.3.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:James River Writers X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for James River Writers REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190603 DTSTAMP:20240328T170503 CREATED:20190501T153531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205734Z UID:637952-1556668800-1559519999@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:May is Membership Month—Join between May 1 & June 2 and save 10%! DESCRIPTION:Even though we made it to 500 members  \, we’re keeping the membership discount in place until June 2\, 2019! Become a member today and push us beyond 500!  \nJames River Writers membership has been steadily increasing this past year as more and more writers see the benefits of belonging to a dynamic writing community. Over the past few months\, we’ve been edging closer to 500 members. To put us over this important milestone\, we’ve reduced individual and family memberships by 10% through June 2\, 2019\, and are encouraging you to join today in The Push to 500! \nGive your writing (and your wallet) a boost! Take advantage of these special rates\, while supporting the work of other writers in Central Virginia! \nFrom now until June 2\, 2019: \n\nRegular individual membership: $45. Membership Month rate: $40.50. You save $4.50!\nRegular family membership: $75. Membership Month rate: $67.50. You save 7.50!\n\nWith your savings\, buy yourself a cup of coffee or tea (and\, if you purchase a family membership\, one for your spouse\, too!) while writing at your favorite coffee shop. Invite your friends and family members to join you. \nThere’s no better way to invest in your writing! URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/may-is-membership-month-join-us-in-the-push-to-500-and-save-10/ CATEGORIES:Other Event ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190801 DTSTAMP:20240328T170503 CREATED:20190501T195718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205730Z UID:638037-1556668800-1564617599@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:Emyl Jenkins Award nominations are open through July 31\, 2019 DESCRIPTION:To honor the memory of Emyl Jenkins\, who passed away in 2010\, James River Writers presents an award to an outstanding individual who\, as Emyl did\, inspires a love of writing and writing education in Virginia. \nAn advocate for writers and their readers\, Emyl had a knack for connecting both people and organizations. She shared her time and expertise with everyone she encountered. She encouraged writers at all levels\, especially fledglings trying to get those first words down on the page. Her generous spirit and enthusiasm rubbed off on everyone she touched\, and\, like ripples in a pond\, her actions widened the circle of writing encouragement. \nA winner of the 2019 award will be someone who best matches Emyl Jenkins’ efforts to make Virginia a better place for writers\, whether by connecting people and/or organizations around the written word\, sharing time and expertise about writing\, or simply encouraging writers to do what they do. \nNominations accepted May 1 through July 31\, 2019 \nAny Virginia individual is eligible\, except for members of the JRW board of directors\, the advisory board\, or staff. \n  URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/emyl-jenkins-award-nominations-are-open-through-july-31-2019/ CATEGORIES:Contest,Other Event ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190601T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190601T140000 DTSTAMP:20240328T170503 CREATED:20190507T203748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205716Z UID:638064-1559383200-1559397600@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:Writers in the Park DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, June 1\, 2019 \nTime: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm \nLocation: Maymont Farm\, at the corner of Spottswood Road and Shirley Lane\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220 \nPrice: Free and open to the public \nJames River Writers invites you to come write with us\, taking in the fresh air and beauty of Maymont. No matter who you are\, whether you consider yourself a “professional writer” or not\, join us for this free\, public event including inspiration and writing prompts. \nSometimes\, writing is a solitary pursuit\, and sometimes\, writing is all about finding your community of like-minded wordsmiths. Fall in love with the JRW community as so many writers in Central Virginia have. We’d love for you to join us! URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-in-the-park/ CATEGORIES:Other Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190617T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190617T113000 DTSTAMP:20240328T170503 CREATED:20190611T135726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205711Z UID:638704-1560765600-1560771000@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:Shoptalk: A New Q&A Program DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a completely new writer confused about the difference between an editor and an agent or a published author wondering how to go indie\, everyone has questions. Shoptalk is an opportunity for writers of all levels to gather\, get answers to their burning literary questions\, and share knowledge they’ve picked up along the way. Unlike many of JRW’s other programs\, we will not be deciding topics beforehand\, since the participants’ questions will drive the discussion. Free and open to the public\, these sessions are a great entry point into writing. Come get the answers you need\, and leave ready to start something new! \nDate: Monday\, June 17\, 2019 \nTime: 10:00 am to 11:30 am \nLocation: Ginter Park Library\, 1200 Westbrook Ave\, Richmond\, VA 23227 \nPrice: Free URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/shoptalk-a-new-qa-program/ LOCATION:Ginter Park Branch–Richmond Public Library\, 1200 Westbrook Ave\, Richmond\, 23227\, United States CATEGORIES:Shoptalk ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org GEO:37.5970695;-77.4541235 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ginter Park Branch–Richmond Public Library 1200 Westbrook Ave Richmond 23227 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1200 Westbrook Ave:geo:-77.4541235,37.5970695 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190622T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190622T120000 DTSTAMP:20240328T170503 CREATED:20190523T191020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205706Z UID:638273-1561194000-1561204800@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:June Master Class: Think Like an Editor with Elizabeth Ferris DESCRIPTION: URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/master-class-think-like-an-editor-with-elizabeth-ferris/ LOCATION:Online Class via Zoom\, The Comfort of Your Home\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Master Class 2019,Master Classes ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org GEO:37.5489088;-77.4638295 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Online Class via Zoom The Comfort of Your Home VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=The Comfort of Your Home:geo:-77.4638295,37.5489088 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190625T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190625T093000 DTSTAMP:20240328T170503 CREATED:20190613T210024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205701Z UID:638783-1561451400-1561455000@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:Chasing History: A Summer Speaker Event with Karen A. Chase DESCRIPTION:JRW is pleased to offer a special\, free summer event with JRW member and debut novelist\, Karen A. Chase. Her celebrated new book\, Carrying Independence\, has taken the Richmond literary scene by storm. Weeks before her packed book launch event\, she had already sold out the limited-edition pre-order campaign\, had an article in Richmond magazine\, and been interviewed on radio and podcast programs. \nThis is your chance to hear for yourself how Karen carefully researched her historical novel to bring the story of the Declaration of Independence to life. Some of the questions Karen can answer for us include\, “Why was there just one copy of the Declaration with the signatures?” “Which Continental Congress delegates did not attend the formal signing?” and “How were those signatures acquired?” \nWhat could be more appropriate as we head toward the Fourth of July than hearing about a critical time in our nation’s birth at Historic St. John’s Church\, where liberty found its voice! \n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, June 25 \nTime: 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. \nLocation: Historic St. John’s Church Parish Hall\, 2401 East Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA 23223 \nPrice: Free\, but please R.S.V.P URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/chasing-history-a-summer-speaker-event-with-karen-a-chase/ LOCATION:St. John’s Church Parish Hall\, 2401 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, United States GEO:37.5312256;-77.4201033 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St. John’s Church Parish Hall 2401 E Broad St Richmond VA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2401 E Broad St:geo:-77.4201033,37.5312256 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190626T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190626T203000 DTSTAMP:20240328T170503 CREATED:20190607T200248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205258Z UID:638690-1561572000-1561581000@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:June 2019 Writing Show: Building Relationships with Bookstore Owners and Librarians DESCRIPTION:No one knows the literary scene like bookstore owners and librarians. They can help you connect with an audience\, network in publishing\, and promote your book — but you have to get to know them first! Are you approaching them the right way? Learn how to build relationships with local bookstore owners and librarians — and how you can support them in turn. \nDate: Wednesday\, June 26\, 2019   \nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm (Doors open at 6:00; meet & greet 6:00-6:45; program starts at 6:45) \nLocation: Firehouse Theatre 1609 West Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220 \nPrice: $12 – Members; $15 Non-members ($5 for students) URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/june-2019-writing-show-building-relationships-with-bookstore-owners-and-librarians/ LOCATION:Firehouse Theatre\, 1609 West Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States CATEGORIES:2019,Writing Shows ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org GEO:37.5541362;-77.4568602 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Firehouse Theatre 1609 West Broad Street Richmond VA 23220 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1609 West Broad Street:geo:-77.4568602,37.5541362 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR