Writers in the Mountains (WIM) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the literary arts in the Catskill Mountains (Upstate New York) and beyond. The organization serves a diverse community of writers and readers, from native-born residents to the summer visitors who migrate to the region from all over the world. In addition to offering […]
The Rensselaerville Library and Conkling Hall invite you to a celebration of poetry and community at our 19th annual Favorite Poem Project – led by our friend Rev. Claire North and featuring local poets, musicians, and YOU (our friends and neighbors).Share your favorite poem or song. Listen to your friends and neighbors as they share […]
Create a Word Sculpture Workshop will be presented by Ellen White Rook at the Bach Branch of the Albany Public Library on Sunday, April 21 at 1:30 PM. Free.Following the guidelines of Beat poet Michael McClure, workshop participants will choose 100 words that represent their personal universe–past, present, and future. They will then create a […]
The Dusk Court Book ClubThe Dusk Court Book Club will focus on the darker side of literature. We’ll be reading a mixture of magic & fantasy, gothic vibes, and there may even be occasional spice. Court will be held by Briar on the fourth Thursday each month – join us for provisions, debates, and new […]
Join us as we kick off the conference with Alice James Books. Founded as a feminist press in 1973, today, Alice James Books is committed to collaborating with literary artists of excellence whose voices have been historically marginalized by producing, promoting, and distributing their work which often engages the public on important social issues.Executive Director […]
To celebrate Troy Night Out and National Poetry Month and kick off Word Fest, poets from across the region will gather at the Tech Valley Center of Gravity to sign and sell their books.
Troy Night Out meets National Poetry Month! On Friday, April 26, from 5-8 pm, stop Join poets from Troy and the region for an evening of readings and book signings and sales. Stop into the Community Room at the Tech Valley Center of Gravity makerspace any time between 5 and 8 pm, as you enjoy […]
Join MochaLisa’s Caffé to celebrate our local authors and all things books on April 27th!Authors will be on-hand throughout the day, from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. S.A. Kazlo Paul E. May J.T. McGee Joseph R.R. Templin Keith Willis 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Hannah Booke Joe Di Bari Peggy […]
Join us to celebrate the launch of the 2024 Wild Words Adirondack Teen Writing Anthology. Featuring 70 contributors from towns all over the North Country, the book launch will feature readings of work by teen writers. This event is at Harrietstown Town Hall, at 39 Main St. Saranac Lake, NY 12983. All are welcome. The 2024 […]
For the first time since 2019, the Word Fest Open Mic is back, featuring three amazing poets – Sierra DeMulder, Samira, and SG – on Saturday, April 27, at the Sand Lake Center for the Arts.
The Prosendale Series presents Trail Mix: Hudson Valley Nature Writers on Sunday, April 28 at 3:00 pm. Multimedia event featuring readings (Akiko Busch, Leslie T. Sharpe, Nina Shengold, Gail Straub), film (Derek Dellinger), original art work (Kate McGloughlin), and live music (Tim Kapeluck and Geoffrey Harden). Admission by donation; $10 suggested. Complimentary snacks and author […]
Read aloud your original or a favorite work and listen to a variety of poetry read by others. All ages welcome.Timeline: Doors open at 6 pm Reading sign-up is from 6 – 6:30 pm, tea will be available Poetry readings begin at 6:30 pm, following a brief introduction Program ends around 7:30 pm Guidelines: Readers […]
The Hudson Valley Writers Guild supports the efforts of writers in all genres by sponsoring readings, workshops, and contests and providing a number of valuable resources for the entire literary community.
