BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//James River Writers - ECPv6.15.20//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:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20200101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211110T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211110T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20170308T102556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z UID:10000354-1636565400-1636572600@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us!  Sign up for our enews to make sure you get the link to sign up for this monthly event. Registration is required. \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2021-11-10/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211020T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211020T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20211004T183402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205023Z UID:10000493-1634751000-1634758200@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY October 2021 - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us! \nOctober Features a Special Presentation – Newcomers Welcome | JRW 101 – for those that are new to JRW\, or for anyone that may want a deeper dive into JRWs offerings\, to be sure you’re getting the most of your Membership. \nIf you’re a JRW “Veteran” you can proceed to network and socialize in breakout rooms while others may choose to stay behind with JRW staff for this informal presentation. \nRegister by midnight\, October 19! \nDate: Wednesday\, October 20\, 2021 \nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nCost: FREE! \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday-october-2021-socialize-network/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211020T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211020T173000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20170308T102556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182855Z UID:10000365-1634751000-1634751000@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us!  Sign up for our enews to make sure you get the link to sign up for this monthly event. Registration is required. \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday-2021-10-13/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210827T143646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205028Z UID:10000489-1632938400-1632947400@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:SEPTEMBER 2021 (FREE!) ONLINE WRITING SHOW - Ask the JRW Staff Anything! DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! JRW is once again offering a special (and Free!) edition of The Writing Show. JRW Staff will share a bit about what we’ve learned over this past challenging year\, snippets about our individual areas of expertise\, and let you know about something we do/love the most about our roles that may (or may not!) surprise you. Then\, we’ll open it up to questions from those in attendance. So\, come and ask away. \nFeaturing: \nKatharine Herndon | Executive Director \nBrynn Markham | Director of Programs & Communications \nCatie-Reagan Palmore | Membership Coordinator \nDate: Wednesday\, September 29\, 2021 \nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nPrice: FREE! \nRegistration closes at midnight on September 28; your unique link to join the online Zoom program will be emailed to you the the morning of the Writing Show. \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/september-2021-free-online-writing-show-ask-the-jrw-staff-anything/ CATEGORIES:2021,Writing Shows END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210908T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210908T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210827T135852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205033Z UID:10000487-1631122200-1631129400@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY September 2021 - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. At the top of the program\, we invite a Community Connection organization to share resources they have available to our writing community. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us! \nSeptember Community Connection Feature – This month\, we ask YOU to come and share about an organization or resource that has been pivotal to your writing success. Not only will this help inform others in attendance\, but it may also help us in planning for future Community Connection features. \nRegister by midnight\, September 7! \nDate: Wednesday\, September 8\, 2021 \nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nCost: FREE! \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday-september-2021-socialize-network/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210908T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210908T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20170308T102556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z UID:10000353-1631122200-1631129400@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us!  Sign up for our enews to make sure you get the link to sign up for this monthly event. Registration is required. \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2021-09-08/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210825T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210825T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210802T171019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205037Z UID:10000486-1629914400-1629923400@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:AUGUST 2021 ONLINE WRITING SHOW - Paths to Publishing DESCRIPTION:The opportunities for getting your words out into the world are greater than ever–and also even more confusing. Explore the various ways you can get published\, including through traditional publishing\, small presses\, or indie pub. This topic is a perennial favorite\, and we keep coming back to it because it keeps changing! Get the latest scoop from our experts. \nSpeakers: Catherine Baab-Muguira\, Laurie Jean\, JC Kang\, and TBA \nModerator: DaNika Robinson \nDate: Wednesday\, August 25\, 2021 \nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nPrice: $12 Members | $15 Non-members | $5 Students \nRegistration closes on August 24; your unique link to join the online Zoom program will be emailed to you the the morning of the Writing Show. \nThis Writing Show is sponsored by O’Hagan Meyer \n \n  \n  \n  \nAll participants must register online to ensure you receive the link to the Zoom platform. This includes all-inclusive members\, Writing Show members\, and individual members wishing to use one of their free passes.  \nSign Up for the JRW enewsletter to be among the first to receive updates about our programming. \n\n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/august-2021-online-writing-show-paths-to-publishing/ CATEGORIES:2021,Writing Shows END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210811T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210811T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210729T123610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205041Z UID:10000412-1628703000-1628710200@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY August 2021 - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. At the top of the program\, we invite a Community Connection organization to share resources they have available to our writing community. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us! \nAugust Community Connection Feature – VPM & ICA Community Media Center\, a recording studio and workspace that is free and open to the public |  Dr. Chioke I’Anson\, VCU’s Director of Community Media\, will join us to share about the Community Media Center’s resources\, including podcasting workshops and classes. Dr. I’Anson is an Assistant Professor of African American Studies at VCU and underwriting announcer for NPR (National Public Radio). \nRegister by midnight\, August 10! \nDate: Wednesday\, August 11\, 2021 \nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nCost: FREE! \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday-august-2021-socialize-network/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210811T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210811T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20170308T102556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z UID:10000352-1628703000-1628710200@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us!  Sign up for our enews to make sure you get the link to sign up for this monthly event. Registration is required. \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2021-08-11/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210629T155037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205045Z UID:10000411-1627495200-1627504200@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:JULY 2021 ONLINE WRITING SHOW - The Future of Speculative Fiction DESCRIPTION:With all the changes we’ve seen in the world lately\, it sometimes feels like the future is now. But what is really in store for fiction that shows us alternate worlds? Our panel will help us explore what’s new\, what’s back\, and what’s next. \nSpeakers: M.K. England\, Stephanie Toliver\, Nghi Vo \nModerator: John Glover \nDate: Wednesday\, July 28\, 2021 \nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nPrice: $12 Members | $15 Non-members | $5 Students \n  \nRegistration closes on July 27; your unique link to join the online Zoom program will be emailed to you the the morning of the Writing Show. \nAll participants must register online to ensure you receive the link to the Zoom platform. This includes all-inclusive members\, Writing Show members\, and individual members wishing to use one of their free passes.  \nSign Up for the JRW enewsletter to be among the first to receive updates about our programming. \n\n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/july-2021-online-writing-show-the-future-of-speculative-fiction/ CATEGORIES:2021,2021,Writing Shows END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210714T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210714T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210621T193616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205050Z UID:10000409-1626283800-1626291000@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY July 2021 - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us! \nJuly Community Connection Feature – Virginia Festival of the Book (a program of Virginia Humanities) – Festival Director Jane Kulow and  Associate Director Sarah Lawson will join us at the top of the program\, for 10-15 minutes\, to share about the opportunities for writers to learn from or submit applications for consideration to take part in next year’s festival. Numerous JRW members have taken part in this annual festival in the past\, and we hope to see many more in the coming years. Once the presentation and Q&A are finished\, we will begin to put guests in breakout rooms for socializing and networking. \nTo be sure you’re among the first to receive our programming announcements\, sign up for our e-newsletter HERE. \nRegister by midnight\, July 13! \nDate: Wednesday\, July 14\, 2021 \nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nCost: FREE! \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday-july-2021-socialize-network/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210714T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210714T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20170308T102556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z UID:10000351-1626283800-1626291000@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us!  Sign up for our enews to make sure you get the link to sign up for this monthly event. Registration is required. \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2021-07-14/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210630T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210630T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210517T185715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205054Z UID:10000403-1625076000-1625085000@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:JUNE 2021 ONLINE WRITING SHOW - Family Matters: Telling Your Story\, Your Way DESCRIPTION:You have a personal story to tell\, but you’re not sure where to start. Should it be poetry\, fiction\, nonfiction? Indie pub\, small press\, or big five? How do you make it stand out if you want it to sell? Do you have to tell the whole truth? Our experts will give you a road map for preserving those family memories. \nSpeakers:  Robin Farmer\, A.B. Westrick\, Howard Yoon \nModerator:  Kris Spisak \nDate: Wednesday\, June 30\, 2021 \nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nPrice: $12 Members | $15 Non-members | $5 Students \n  \nRegistration closes on June 29; your unique link to join the online Zoom program will be emailed to you the the morning of the Writing Show. \nAll participants must register online to ensure you receive the link to the Zoom platform. This includes all-inclusive members\, Writing Show members\, and individual members wishing to use one of their free passes.  \nSign Up for the JRW enewsletter to be among the first to receive updates about our programming. \n\n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/june-2021-online-writing-show-family-matters-telling-your-story-your-way/ CATEGORIES:2021,2021,Writing Shows END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210609T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210609T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210526T134816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205058Z UID:10000405-1623259800-1623267000@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY June 2021 - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us! \nJune Community Connection Feature – Library of Virginia – Ashley Ramey will join us at the top of the program\, for 10-15 minutes\, to share about the myriad of resources the Library of Virginia has available for writers\, and answer any questions you may have. Then\, we will begin to put guests in breakout rooms for socializing and networking \nTo be sure you’re among the first to receive our programming announcements\, sign up for our e-newsletter HERE. \nRegister by midnight\, June 8! \nDate: Wednesday\, June 9\, 2021 \nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nCost: FREE! \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday-june-2021-socialize-network/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210609T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210609T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20170308T102556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z UID:10000350-1623259800-1623267000@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us!  Sign up for our enews to make sure you get the link to sign up for this monthly event. Registration is required. \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2021-06-09/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210429T152105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205103Z UID:10000401-1622052000-1622061000@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:MAY 2021 ONLINE WRITING SHOW - Character Development: Building Strong Characters that Readers Want to Invest In DESCRIPTION:Whether you think characters move plot or plot informs your characters\, you won’t get too far with two-dimensional “Mary Sues.” How do you give your characters believable flaws\, intriguing backstories\, and the strength to see their journeys through to the end? Our panelists will talk character arcs and motivations and give you the tips and tricks to populate your work with real people. \nSpeakers:  Cate Holahan\, Sarah Nicolas\, John Vercher \nModerator: Bill Blume \nDate: Wednesday\, May 26\, 2021 \nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nPrice: $12 – Members; $15 Non-members ($5 for students) \n  \nRegistration closes at midnight on May 25; your unique link to join the online Zoom program will be emailed to you the the morning of the Writing Show. \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/may-2021-online-writing-show-character-development-building-strong-characters-that-readers-want-to-invest-in/ CATEGORIES:2021,Writing Shows END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210522T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210522T143000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210426T174846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205526Z UID:10000397-1621686600-1621693800@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:ONLINE Master Class (MEMBERS' CHOICE!) | METHOD to the MADNESS: Pantsing or Plotting; Character First or Plot First? DESCRIPTION:You asked\, and we are answering! May’s Members’ Choice Master Class invites you to join award-winning author Lilliam Rivera\, as she talks with Newbery Medalist Meg Medina about tackling these eternal questions in the writing realm: Should I map out a plan for my writing\, or fly by the seat of my pants and just let the creativity flow? Should I start with developing my character(s)\, or pin down the plot first? Don’t miss the final Master Class of the 2021 season that is sure to inspire you to figure out the best way for YOU to approach the finish line in what sometimes seems like a marathon without an end in sight. \nDate:  Saturday\, May 22\, 2021 \nTime:  12:30 pm – 2:30 pm Eastern time \nWhere: In the comfort of your home\, via the Zoom platform \nPrice: $45 Members | $65 Non-members \nRegistration closes at midnight\, May 20. Master Class details\, including the Zoom link to join\, will be sent to registrants the day before the class. \nPRESENTERS:\nLilliam Rivera is an award-winning author of young adult and middle grade novels including Never Look Back\, a Pura Belpré Honor winner\, and the forthcoming\, We Light Up the Sky (Bloomsbury). Her work has appeared in The Washington Post\, the New York Times\, and Elle\, to name a few. Lilliam lives in Los Angeles. \nWebsite: lilliamrivera.com   Facebook:  @lilliamrivera   Twitter:  @lilliamr \n  \nMeg Medina is an award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of numerous works for children and teens\, including Merci Suárez Changes Gears\, which won the 2019 John D. Newbery medal. She serves on the board of advisors for both the Society for Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and We Need Diverse Books\, and she is on the faculty of Hamline University’s MFA program in Children’s Literature. Meg’s newest work\, the highly anticipated sequel Merci Suárez Can’t Dance\, released on April 6\, 2021. A proud member and supporter of JRW\, she lives in Richmond\, Virginia. \nWebsite: megmedina.com   Facebook:  @meg.medina.10   Twitter:  @Meg_Medina \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/online-master-class-members-choice-method-to-the-madness-pantsing-or-plotting-character-first-or-plot-first/ LOCATION:Online Class via Zoom\, The Comfort of Your Home\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Master Class 2021,Master Classes 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=UTC:20210512T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210512T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210426T180737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205530Z UID:10000399-1620840600-1620847800@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY May 2021 - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us! \nMay Community Connection Feature – Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ)| Virginia Pro Chapter – Dina Weinstein will join us at the top of the program\, for 10-15 minutes\, to share about SPJ\, and answer any questions you may have. Then\, we will begin to put guests in breakout rooms for socializing and networking \nTo be sure you’re among the first to receive our programming announcements\, sign up for our e-newsletter HERE. \nRegister by midnight\, May 11! \nDate: Wednesday\, May 12\, 2021 \nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nCost: FREE! \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday-may-2021-socialize-network/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210512T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210512T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20170308T102556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z UID:10000349-1620840600-1620847800@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us!  Sign up for our enews to make sure you get the link to sign up for this monthly event. Registration is required. \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2021-05-12/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210329T164021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205535Z UID:10000485-1619632800-1619641800@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:APRIL 2021 ONLINE WRITING SHOW - Collections & Anthologies DESCRIPTION:Writing that can be consumed in one sitting is perfect for our fast-paced lives. What’s the best way to put together a collection of your own short works? How do you get your writing into an anthology? And what if you’d like to put out a call for submissions and edit an anthology of your own? Our experts will give you the ins and outs of creative compilations. \nSpeakers: Sasha Banks\, Tyrese Coleman\, Eric Smith \nModerator: Ran Walker \nDate: Wednesday\, April 28\, 2021 \nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nPrice: $12  Members |  $15  Non-members | $5  Students \n  \nRegistration closes on April 27; your unique link to join the online Zoom program will be emailed to you the the morning of the Writing Show. \nWriting Show Memberships are Available. Details HERE. \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/april-2021-online-writing-show-collections-anthologies/ CATEGORIES:2021,Writing Shows END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T113000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210330T200640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205539Z UID:10000395-1618651800-1618659000@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:ONLINE Master Class | IDENTITY CRISIS: What is Genre and Why Does it Matter? with Literary Agent Paige Wheeler DESCRIPTION:Literary Agent Paige Wheeler addresses what may be one of the most important elements of gaining success as a writer. So many writers\, when asked the straightforward genre question\, don’t know the answer. Or\, they want to avoid pigeonholing themselves\, so they cite multiple genres. Get it wrong and it may cost you. Get it right and you’ll find readers telling their friends about you. This Master Class will help you find out where\, exactly\, your work belongs on the bookshelf\, and why it matters in everything from searching for the right agent to pinpointing your target audience. \nDate:  Saturday\, April 17\, 2021 \nTime:  9:30 am – 11:30 am \nWhere: In the comfort of your home\, via the Zoom platform \nPrice: $45 Members | $65 Non-members \nView the full 2021 Master Class schedule HERE. \nRegistration closes at midnight\, April 15. Master Class details\, including the Zoom link to join\, will be sent to registrants the day before the class. \nPRESENTER:\nAs the founder of Creative Media Agency\, Inc.\, PAIGE WHEELER has merged her creativity and business savvy to create an agency that is dedicated to maximizing author potential. With over twenty years of experience in the publishing industry\, Paige is interested in all commercial fiction and upscale (think book club) fiction\, as well as women’s fiction\, romance (all types)\, mystery\, thrillers\, inspirational/Christian and psychological suspense. She enjoys both historical fiction as well as contemporary fiction. In nonfiction she’s looking for both narrative nonfiction and prescriptive nonfiction. Some of the areas that she likes are lifestyle\, relationship\, parenting\, business/entrepreneurship\, food-subsistence-homesteading topics\, popular/trendy reference projects and women’s issues. \nWebsite: cmalit.com  Facebook: @paige.wheeler.10  Twitter: @pwheeler_agent \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/online-master-class-identity-crisis-what-is-genre-and-why-does-it-matter-with-literary-agent-paige-wheeler/ LOCATION:Online Class via Zoom\, The Comfort of Your Home\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Master Class 2021,Master Classes 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=UTC:20210414T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210414T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210330T215007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205545Z UID:10000484-1618421400-1618428600@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY April 2021 - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us! \nApril Community Connection Feature – RIVER CITY POETS  Joanna Lee will join us at the top of the program\, for 10-15 minutes\, to share about River City Poets\, and answer any questions you may have. Then\, we will begin to put guests in breakout rooms for socializing and networking \nTo be sure you’re among the first to receive our programming announcements\, sign up for our e-newsletter HERE. \nRegister by midnight\, April 13! \nDate: Wednesday\, April 14\, 2021 \nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nCost: FREE! \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday-april-2021-socialize-network/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210414T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210414T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20170308T102556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z UID:10000348-1618421400-1618428600@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us!  Sign up for our enews to make sure you get the link to sign up for this monthly event. Registration is required. \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2021-04-14/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210225T182204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205550Z UID:10000482-1617213600-1617222600@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:MARCH 2021 ONLINE WRITING SHOW - Show Me the Money! Writing as a Career DESCRIPTION:MARCH 2021 ONLINE WRITING SHOW – Show Me the Money!\nWriting a book is a slow process and may not bring you the Stephen King wealth you’ve been hoping for. What are some other ways you can make your writing skills pay your bills? Whether you’re looking for a side hustle or a career in communications\, our experts will help you explore options for speaking engagements\, freelancing\, blog posts\, teaching\, and more. \nSpeakers: Paul Brockwell\, Gabrielle Jones\, Sharvette Mitchell \nModerator: Phil Hilliker \nDate: Wednesday\, March 31\, 2021 \nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nPrice: $12 – Members; $15 Non-members ($5 for students) \n  \nRegistration closes on March 30; your unique link to join the online Zoom program will be emailed to you the the morning of the Writing Show. \nAll participants must register online to ensure you receive the link to the Zoom platform. This includes all-inclusive members\, Writing Show members\, and individual members wishing to use one of their free passes.  \nWriting Show Memberships are Available. Details HERE. \n  \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/march-2021-online-writing-show-show-me-the-money-writing-as-a-career/ CATEGORIES:2021,2021,Writing Shows END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210313T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210313T113000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210202T165842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205555Z UID:10000481-1615627800-1615635000@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:ONLINE Master Class: Dollars and Sense - Realistic Expectations to Drive Your Publishing Decisions DESCRIPTION:Teacher\, speaker\, and award-winning author Lamar Giles will tackle your money questions in this Master Class on making the best business decisions for your writing. Find out how and when you get paid in a traditional publishing deal\, what a typical contract covers\, what usually happens with audio\, film\, and international rights\, and more. If you’re not sure why it’s a big deal to “earn out” or what you should charge for writerly events like school visits\, this is the class for you. \nDate:  Saturday\, March 13\, 2021 \nTime:  9:30 am – 11:30 am \nWhere: In the comfort of your home\, via the Zoom platform \nPrice: $45 Members; $65 Non-members \nView the full 2021 Master Class schedule HERE. \nRegistration closes at midnight\, March 11. Master Class details\, including the Zoom link to join\, will be sent to registrants the day before the class. \nPRESENTER:\nLamar Giles writes for teens and adults across multiple genres\, with work appearing on numerous Best Of lists each and every year. He is the author of the acclaimed novels Fake ID\, Endangered\, Overturned\, Spin\, The Last Last-Day-of-Summer\, Not So Pure and Simple\, and The Last Mirror on the Left\, as well as numerous pieces of short fiction. He is a founding member of We Need Diverse Books and resides in Virginia with his wife. \nWebsite: http://www.lamargiles.com  Facebook: @LamarGilesWriter  Twitter: @LRGiles  Instagram: @lamargiles \nRegister Now\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/online-master-class-dollars-and-sense-realistic-expectations-to-drive-your-publishing-decisions/ LOCATION:Online Class via Zoom\, The Comfort of Your Home\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Master Class 2021,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=UTC:20210310T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210310T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210225T183755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205600Z UID:10000483-1615397400-1615404600@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY March 2021 - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us! \nMarch Features a Special Presentation – Newcomers Welcome | JRW 101 – for those that are new to JRW\, or for anyone that may want a deeper dive into JRWs offerings\, to be sure you’re getting the most of your Membership. \nIf you’re a JRW “Veteran” you can proceed to network and socialize in breakout rooms while others may choose to stay behind with JRW staff for this informal presentation. \n  \nTo be sure you’re among the first to receive our programming announcements\, sign up for our e-newsletter HERE. \nRegister by midnight\, March 9! \nDate: Wednesday\, March 10\, 2021 \nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nCost: FREE! \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday-march-2021-socialize-network/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210310T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210310T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20170308T102556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z UID:10000347-1615397400-1615404600@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us!  Sign up for our enews to make sure you get the link to sign up for this monthly event. Registration is required. \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2021-03-10/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210128T145140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205605Z UID:10000477-1614189600-1614198600@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:FEBRUARY 2021 ONLINE WRITING SHOW - Making a Scene: Mapping Out A Plan for Effective Scene Building DESCRIPTION:FEBRUARY 2021 ONLINE WRITING SHOW – Making a Scene: Mapping Out A Plan for Effective Scene Building\nNo matter what you’re writing\, you need to understand the building blocks and how they fit together. A series of strong scenes can lead to an engaging larger work. What should your scene accomplish\, and how can you get in and get out with the maximum impact? The literary professionals on our panel can help you map out a plan for effective scene building. \nPanelists: Paula Michelle Gillison\, Brandon Lamont Hughes\, Lana Krumwiede| Moderator: Terry Menefee Gau \nDate: Wednesday\, February 24\, 2021 \nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nPrice: $12 – Members; $15 Non-members ($5 for students) \n  \nRegistration closes on February 23; your unique link to join the online Zoom program will be emailed to you the the morning of the Writing Show. \nAll participants must register online to ensure you receive the link to the Zoom platform. This includes all-inclusive members\, Writing Show members\, and individual members wishing to use one of their free passes.  \nWriting Show Memberships are Available. Details HERE. \n  \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/february-2021-online-writing-show-making-a-scene-mapping-out-a-plan-for-effective-scene-building/ CATEGORIES:2021,Writing Shows END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210210T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210210T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20210128T161358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205610Z UID:10000480-1612978200-1612985400@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY February 2021 - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us! \n  \nTo be sure you’re among the first to receive our programming announcements\, sign up for our e-newsletter HERE. \n  \n  \n  \nFebruary’s Community Connection organization is the Virginia Screenwriters Forum \nA representative from the Virginia Screenwriters Forum will spend 10-15 minutes\, beginning at 5:45 pm\, sharing about their organization. \nDate: Wednesday\, February 10\, 2021 \nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nCost: FREE! \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday-february-2021-socialize-network/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210210T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210210T193000 DTSTAMP:20260617T095505 CREATED:20170308T102556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z UID:10000346-1612978200-1612985400@jamesriverwriters.org SUMMARY:WRITERS WEDNESDAY - Socialize & Network DESCRIPTION:Community is at the core of everything we do\, and Writers Wednesday is the perfect place to strengthen that. Writers Wednesday brings together writers of every experience level and genre in a casual atmosphere to connect\, laugh\, and revel in a well-deserved break. While hosting this program online\, we create rotating\, intimate groups of 3-5 people in breakout rooms\, to allow attendees to have manageable conversations with others. And\, JRW staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about James River Writers\, or writing in general. This is a great entry point for those that are new to the James River Writers community. Plan to join us!  Sign up for our enews to make sure you get the link to sign up for this monthly event. Registration is required. \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Register for Writers Wednesday URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2021-02-10/ CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jamesriverwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/JRW-Logos-Thumbnails-3-e1606933296711.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR