DATE

TIME

PROGRAM

Feb 14, 2009

Saturday

10:00-3:00

Workshop:   ARWA’s Valentine Social

A panel of former / current ARWA authors who have recently published in various houses will share their experiences with us. 

As well, We’ll have our GIANT book sale!  (Bring your books for selling.  Bring your $$ for buying.  Only $1 / book and we have a huge selection! All proceeds go to the ARWA library). 

Lunch and refreshments courtesy of ARWA.

Feb 26, 2009

Thursday

7:00-9:00

Workshop:   Action / Reaction

With:            Diana Scott

Join Diana Scott in a close look at this technique, using the movie “Witness” for examples of how to do it right.

A general meeting will also be held.

Mar 14, 2009

Saturday

10:00-3:00

Workshop:   Synopsis Clinic IV

With:            Grace Panko (facilitator)

A multiple workshop program on whipping that synopsis into shape! 

Bring your 10-page synopsis homework and / or your own for workshopping on mastering this important skill!

Mar 26, 2009

Thursday

7:00-9:00

Workshop:   Turning Real Life into Fiction

With:            Dee Van Dyk

A fun workshop presented by multi-published author and ARWAnian, Dee Van Dyk.  Learn about ways to use the life all around us to make our stories and characters believable and compelling.

A general meeting will also be held.

Apr 11, 2009

Saturday

10:00-3:00

PLEASE NOTE: The workshop previously scheduled for this day has been cancelled due to its conflict with Easter weekend.

Apr 23, 2009

Thursday

7:00-9:00

Workshop:   Stretching Your Imagination:

Yoga of the Mind

With:            June Baxter and Deb Smith

June Baxter and Deb Smith will look at new, old and middle-aged ways to wake up and use all the creative tools tucked away in our heads.

A general meeting will also be held.

Apr 25, 2009

Saturday

7:00-9:00

Special Event:      

Break Free and Write 

Location: Sundance Lake Residents Association, 63 Suncrest Way S.E., Calgary

Morning:  Lyle Lachmuth, The Unsticking Coach

Afternoon: Mini-Writing Retreat

Registration starts at 9:30 *  Lunch is Included

Registration is now closed.

May 9, 2009

Saturday

10:00-3:00

Workshop:   Synopsis VI

The Final Frontier: your 2-page synopsis and / or query letter is put to the test in this hands-on workshop and wrap-up of the entire synopsis process.

May 28, 2009

Thursday

7:00-9:00

Workshop:   Electrifying Your Language

With:            Diane Guichon

Presented by the 2008 winner of the City of Calgary W.O. Mitchell Book Prize and former ARWA President, Diane Guichon.  Fresh language can give new life and energy to your writing.  This is why we write—for the power of the words.  Come and discuss ways to amp up the power in your work.

A general meeting will also be held.

June 25, 2009

Thursday

7:00-9:00

Annual AGM

This is your chance to make a difference to the most vibrant writing group in Calgary!