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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    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2020-05-13/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200509T093000
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CREATED:20200406T160924Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE Master Class: Indie Publishing Print Books
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/online-master-class-indie-publishing-print-books/
LOCATION:Online Class via Zoom\, The Comfort of Your Home\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Class 2020,Master Classes
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SUMMARY:Master Class: The Business of Indie Publishing
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/business-of-indie-publishing/2020-05-09/
LOCATION:Online Class via Zoom\, The Comfort of Your Home\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Class 2020
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200509T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
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SUMMARY:Master Class: The Business of Indie Publishing
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/business-of-indie-publishing-2020-05-09/
LOCATION:Online Class via Zoom\, The Comfort of Your Home\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Class 2020
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.5489088;-77.4638295
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20200414T203816Z
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SUMMARY:April ONLINE Writing Show: Your Perspective Matters
DESCRIPTION:The Writing Show has moved online! \nNo matter how much we’d like to separate the art from the artist\, all works are infused by their creators’ points of view. Our panelists discuss how every writer’s voice\, lived experience\, and place in the world affects creative output for better or worse. Learn how writers can lean into their own perspective and use it to their advantage. \nDate: Wednesday\, April 29\, 2020 \nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nLocation: Online\, in the comfort of your own home. Via the Zoom Platform \nPrice: $10 – Members; $12 Non-members ($5 for students) \nRegistration closes on April 27; your unique link to join the online Zoom program will be emailed to you the day before the Writing Show begins \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.  \n  \n\n\n    				\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/april-online-writing-show-your-perspective-matters/
LOCATION:VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:2020,Writing Shows
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.4315734;-78.6568942
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20200406T161016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201120T182617Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE Master Class: Indie Publishing Marketing & Distribution
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/online-master-class-indie-publishing-marketing-distribution/
LOCATION:Online Class via Zoom\, The Comfort of Your Home\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Class 2020,Master Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.5489088;-77.4638295
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
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SUMMARY:Master Class: The Business of Indie Publishing
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/business-of-indie-publishing/2020-04-18/
LOCATION:Online Class via Zoom\, The Comfort of Your Home\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Class 2020
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.5489088;-77.4638295
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200408T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200408T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20170308T102556Z
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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    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2020-04-08/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200331T155300
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200331T155300
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20200107T171727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T172556Z
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SUMMARY:The Best Unpublished Novel Contest is open for submissions!
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a completed unpublished novel that’s ready for recognition? Submit it to the Best Unpublished Novel Contest! The contest is open for submissions January 5 through March 15\, 2020. Entries must be postmarked by March 15. \nThe Best Unpublished Novel Contest is a partnership between James River Writers and Richmond magazine. \nFor submission\, rules\, and other contest information\, visit Best Unpublished Novel Contest.  \n  \n\n\n    				\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/the-best-unpublished-novel-contest-is-open-for-submissions/
LOCATION:VA
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20200305T172452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205136Z
UID:10000452-1585159200-1585168200@jamesriverwriters.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED! March Writing Show: Making a Scene
DESCRIPTION:This Writing Show has been cancelled due to COVID-19 health concerns.\n \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 stage can help you map out a plan for effective scene building. \nDate: Wednesday\, March 25\, 2020 \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) \n  \n  \n\n\n    				\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/march-writing-show-making-a-scene/
LOCATION:Firehouse Theatre\, 1609 West Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:2020,Writing Shows
GEO:37.5541362;-77.4568602
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20200213T184845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200213T191126Z
UID:10000490-1584176400-1584187200@jamesriverwriters.org
SUMMARY:Master Class: The Business of Indie Publishing
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/business-of-indie-publishing/2020-03-14/
LOCATION:Online Class via Zoom\, The Comfort of Your Home\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Class 2020
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.5489088;-77.4638295
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200312T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20200312T194912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205143Z
UID:10000386-1584000000-1585674000@jamesriverwriters.org
SUMMARY:March Events Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Due to increasing concerns about public gatherings and COVID-19\, JRW is cancelling all our events through the end of March. This includes Writers Farmhouse on March 12\, 19\, and 26; the Master Class on March 14; and The Writing Show on March 25. We hope to see you all again in April. In the meantime\, take care! \n\n\n    				\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/march-events-cancelled/
LOCATION:VA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200311T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20170308T102556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z
UID:10000336-1583947800-1583955000@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    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2020-03-11/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20200203T230346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205149Z
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SUMMARY:February Writing Show: Marketing Beyond Social Media
DESCRIPTION:We’ve all heard the advice to pick a social media platform we like and focus on that. But too often\, that’s where the marketing conversation stops. What can you do beyond Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram? Our panel of experts will give you concrete tips on leveraging the connections you already have.  \nDate: Wednesday\, February 26\, 2020 \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) \n  \n  \n\n\n    				\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/2-20-tws/
LOCATION:Firehouse Theatre\, 1609 West Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:2020,Writing Shows
GEO:37.5541362;-77.4568602
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20200116T201228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205153Z
UID:10000451-1582362000-1582372800@jamesriverwriters.org
SUMMARY:Master Class: Indie Publishing Ebooks
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/indie-publishing-ebooks/
LOCATION:Online Class via Zoom\, The Comfort of Your Home\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Class 2020
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.5489088;-77.4638295
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200212T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20170308T102556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z
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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    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2020-02-12/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200129T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20191218T195405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205158Z
UID:10000449-1580320800-1580329800@jamesriverwriters.org
SUMMARY:January Writing Show: Finding the End in 2020
DESCRIPTION:Do you have grand aspirations for your writing that you never quite seem to accomplish? Is it hard to begin and even harder to find your way through the middle? Join our accomplished panelists for advice on finishing your projects in 2020 as well as some insight into what might be holding you back. \nDate: Wednesday\, January 29\, 2020 \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) \n  \n  \n\n\n    				\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/jan20-finding-the-end-in-2020/
LOCATION:Firehouse Theatre\, 1609 West Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:2020,Writing Shows
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.5541362;-77.4568602
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200108T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200108T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20170308T102556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z
UID:10000334-1578504600-1578511800@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    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2020-01-08/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191211T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20170308T102556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z
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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    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2019-12-11/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191113T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20170308T102556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T182649Z
UID:10000332-1573666200-1573673400@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    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2019-11-13/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191114
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20191106T175004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205202Z
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SUMMARY:NaNoWriMo Write-In with JRW!
DESCRIPTION:Do you need some time and motivation during the day to get some writing done? Join us for our NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) write-in! \nJRW is excited to partner with Gather to share this gorgeous co-working space with our NaNoWriMo friends. Not doing NaNoWriMo? You can still stop by for any amount of time between 10:30-5:00 to get your writing done\, whatever its purpose! \nIt’s a secure building\, so to get inside\, participants just need to hit the buzzer to the left of the door\, tell the person who answers that you’re with JRW\, and a JRW staff person will be down to let you in. Our gathering will be on the second floor (elevator accessible). Two hour street parking is free on neighboring side streets\, or the GRCC convention center has a parking deck across the street where parking is $7 for the whole day. Coffee and tea are provided\, and attendees can bring in their own (non-alcoholic) beverages or snacks as well. \nDate: Wednesday\, November 13\, 2019 \nTime: 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 pm \nLocation: Thalhimer Room of Gather Arts District\, 313 East Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219. \n(See above for instructions on accessing the building.) \nPrice: Free \n\n\n    				\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/jrwnanowrimo/
LOCATION:Gather Art District\, 313 East Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219
GEO:37.543453;-77.438963
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20190905T120415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205219Z
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SUMMARY:2019 James River Writers Conference\, Oct 12-13\, 2019
DESCRIPTION:The James River Writers Conference is an annual gathering in Richmond\, Virginia\, that attracts prize-winning authors and highly regarded editors and literary agents from around the country to share their wisdom about writing and publishing. Since 2003\, this multi-day event of 350 to 400 writers\, has been known for its inspiring\, collegial atmosphere and Southern hospitality. We hope you’ll join us this year. \nThe conference is held at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. \nFor a complete list and full speaker bios\, visit Speaker bios and information. \nMeet some of our 2019 speakers in our new podcast JRW Talks!\, hosted by Sharvette Mitchell. \nRegister early for your choice of pre-conference Master Classes held on Friday\, October 11\, and to secure one-on-one meetings with a literary agent. \nConference registration is open. For general information\, visit our registration page. Or you can register now. \n\n\n    				\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/james-river-writers-conference/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T190000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20190904T145624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T205225Z
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SUMMARY:Waxing Poetic: A showcase of poets from the James River Writers Conference
DESCRIPTION:This year’s JRW Conference poetry reading on Saturday\, October 12\, 2019\, will showcase several poets from the conference\, including Mary Bonina\, Michelle Dodd\, Jon Pineda\, and host Wendy DeGroat. For more information about these poets\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference Speakers and Moderators. \nAdmission to the poetry reading and exhibits at The Edgar Allan Poe Museum (during the time of the reading) is free and open to the public. \n\n\n    				\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/waxing-poetic/
LOCATION:The Edgar Allan Poe Museum\, 1914 E Main St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.5321008;-77.4260374
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T160000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20190905T130332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T130525Z
UID:10000448-1570802400-1570809600@jamesriverwriters.org
SUMMARY:Master Class: Upping the Ante: Developing and Sustaining Conflict with Alma Katsu
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/master-class-upping-the-ante-developing-and-sustaining-conflict-with-alma-katsu/
LOCATION:Greater Richmond Convention Center\, 403 North 3rd Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Master Class 2019,Master Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.5450685;-77.4368283
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Greater Richmond Convention Center 403 North 3rd Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=403 North 3rd Street:geo:-77.4368283,37.5450685
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T160000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20190905T130022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T130331Z
UID:10000447-1570802400-1570809600@jamesriverwriters.org
SUMMARY:Master Class: The Oversight Draft\, from Manuscript to Publishable Draft with Amina Gautier
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/master-class-the-oversight-draft-from-manuscript-to-publishable-draft-with-amina-gautier/
LOCATION:Greater Richmond Convention Center\, 403 North 3rd Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Master Class 2019,Master Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.5450685;-77.4368283
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Greater Richmond Convention Center 403 North 3rd Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=403 North 3rd Street:geo:-77.4368283,37.5450685
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T131500
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20190905T125705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T125904Z
UID:10000446-1570792500-1570799700@jamesriverwriters.org
SUMMARY:Master Class: The Craft of Character with Bruce Holsinger
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/master-class-the-craft-of-character-with-bruce-holsinger/
LOCATION:Greater Richmond Convention Center\, 403 North 3rd Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Master Class 2019,Master Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.5450685;-77.4368283
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Greater Richmond Convention Center 403 North 3rd Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=403 North 3rd Street:geo:-77.4368283,37.5450685
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T131500
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20190905T125306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T130021Z
UID:10000445-1570792500-1570799700@jamesriverwriters.org
SUMMARY:Master Class: The Naked Truth: Memoir Writing with Marita Golden
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/master-class-the-naked-truth-memoir-writing-with-marita-golden/
LOCATION:Greater Richmond Convention Center\, 403 North 3rd Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Master Class 2019,Master Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.5450685;-77.4368283
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Greater Richmond Convention Center 403 North 3rd Street Richmond VA 23219 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=403 North 3rd Street:geo:-77.4368283,37.5450685
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T110000
DTSTAMP:20260625T025919
CREATED:20190905T124855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T125305Z
UID:10000444-1570784400-1570791600@jamesriverwriters.org
SUMMARY:Master Class: Write Your Way to a Career - Becoming an Authorpreneur with Stacy Hawkins Adams
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/master-class-write-your-way-to-a-career-becoming-an-authorpreneur-with-stacy-hawkins-adams/
LOCATION:Greater Richmond Convention Center\, 403 North 3rd Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Master Class 2019,Master Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T124304Z
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SUMMARY:Master Class: Making It Real: Breathing Life into Your Fiction with Marie Lamba
DESCRIPTION:The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/master-class-making-it-real-breathing-life-into-your-fiction-with-marie-lamba/
LOCATION:Greater Richmond Convention Center\, 403 North 3rd Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Master Class 2019,Master Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="James River Writers":MAILTO:programdirector@jamesriverwriters.org
GEO:37.5450685;-77.4368283
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191009T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191009T193000
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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    The Naked Truth is a seminar to help those writing memoir to write without fear or shame (yes that can be done) and to develop the unique vocabulary and language to tell their story. Memoir that is compelling is defined by a story told with bravery and authenticity and a voice that captures and honors the specific and special qualities and nature of your experience. Lots of writing and discussion of your projects.     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n				\n						\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Marita Golden is the award-winning author of seventeen works of fiction and nonfiction. Her most recent novel is The Wide Circumference of Love. As a cultural activist she is the co-founder and President Emeritus of the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation. She has been a member of the writing faculties at George Mason University\, Virginia Commonwealth University\, and Johns Hopkins University. @maritagolden     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n    Registration will open to the general public on October 1\, 2019. Prior to that time\, conference attendees are welcome to register.  For more information about the conference\, visit: 2019 JRW Conference     \n\n				\n						\n						\n		\n								\n		\n					\n					\n									\n				\n\n        \n		    \n		   			    \n	\n		\n	\n    \n    	\n\n\n        \n    JRW is proud to be a part of artoberVA.
URL:https://jamesriverwriters.org/event/writers-wednesday/2019-10-09/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Writers Wednesdays
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