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November 2018
WCWF Poetry Slam with WordHorde
WESTERN COLORADO WRITERS’ FORUM POETRY SLAM 2018 RULES Guaranteed performance slots will be given to the first ten people in each age category who pre-register for the event by e-mailing contact information to [email protected] You should include your name, address, phone number, age, and e-mail. Once the slate is filled, a waiting list will be compiled in case there is a vacancy. The contest will be run by the Word Horde. Judges will be selected from the audience prior…
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March 2019
Writers’ Night – March 5, 2019
Free workshop about learning to write with accomplished author, James VanPelt.
Find out more »Words For Change – with Stephen Trimble – Keynote Only
Note: This event listing is for the Keynote only at 9 am. If you wish to also attend the workshops after the keynote, please register at the event with that name. Students with ID are free, but please register at: [email protected] You can pay the morning of the event. Questions, call 970-261-1820 or send to gmail address.
Find out more »Words for Change – With Stephen Trimble – Keynote + 2 Workshops
If you want to reserve a spot in specific workshops ahead of time, please go to [email protected] and leave your name and 2 workshops choices. Or you can register for the workshops the morning of the event. Workshops will be presented twice. Size is limited to 15 people each. Students are free, but if you want workshop reservations, please go to gmail site above and enter preferences. Questions/comments: Write to [email protected] or call 970- 261-1820.
Find out more »April 2019
Poetry Slam and Firkin Fundraiser – April 1, 2019
NO FOOLING! Kannah Creek Brewing Company on 12th and Orchard is hosting a fundraiser for the Writers' Forum. Proceeds from sales from a special keg of beer will be donated to WCWF. What could go better with beer than a poetry slam hosted by Corey Spurlock? Younger slammers will perform earlier in the evening, with adult slammers going later. Please note sign-up requirements if you wish to be a contestant. Cash Prizes will be awarded.
Find out more »April Writers’ Night – Tuesday, April 2
Come to our Free workshop at the Grand Junction Art Center. Please register so we can provide enough handouts for everyone. Colleen's latest book will be available.
Find out more »Wings for the Earthbound
Four exceptional artists will perform or describe their aspects of their work and then join in a panel discussion about their process, thoughts, inspirations, and challenges of living a creative life. They include: poet, Luis Lopez; fiber artist, Sue VanVorhesse, Violinist, Alisha Bean, and concert tenor, Jack Delmore. There will be an open mic afterwords. Wine and light snacks available. Members of KAFM and WCWF may attend for free. Non-members are $10. Membership can be purchased at the door. This event used to be called "Rabbit Holes."
Find out more »May 2019
May Writer’s Night – with Dr. Jennifer Hancock – May 7, 2019
Come to our Free workshop at the Grand Junction Art Center.
Find out more »Poetry Workshop – with Jodie Hollander – May 11, 2019
There is music in you! Find out how to convey it to the page in this interactive workshop with internationally honored poet, Jodie Hollander. This interactive workshop is $20 for members, $30 for non-members. Places are limited so please register soon. Held in the light-filled solarium on the second floor of the WCWF home, Center for Independence.
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