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SUMMARY:Author Spotlight Featuring Deb Kline
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Author Spotlight featuring Deb Kline\, author and singer songwriter\, who will read excerpts\, lyrics\, and poems from her book Forgetting to Remember: A Healer’s Journey of Surviving and Thriving. She will share her process as a nontraditional writer and take questions from the audience. \nAs an Ames author and entrepreneur\, Deb Kline shares her passion for thriving beyond trauma by inspiring others to discover their inner healer. Her music\, art\, writing\, and holistic practice\, Wellspring Wellness\, LLC\, collectively expand the ability of individuals and communities to hold\, honor\, and validate difficult stories while celebrating kindred survivors. \nCopies of Forgetting to Remember will be available for purchase and author signing. \nThis event is held in partnership with the Ames Writers Collective and KHOI Community Radio.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/author-spotlight-featuring-deb-kline/
LOCATION:KHOI Community Radio Station\, 622 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010
CATEGORIES:Author Talks
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SUMMARY:Author Spotlight with Third Stanza Poets & 11 Days of Global Unity
DESCRIPTION:Join founder\, Ana McCracken for an evening “spotlighting” Third Stanza Poets as they revive their longstanding tradition of hosting 11 Days of Global Unity – a reading series formerly held in September at Cafe Diem on Main Street prior to the Covid-19 quarantine. \nThis event will kick off the Fall 2023 Author Spotlight Series.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/author-spotlight-with-third-stanza-poets-11-days-of-global-unity/
LOCATION:KHOI Community Radio Station\, 622 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010
CATEGORIES:Author Talks
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SUMMARY:Swift Youth Writers Group - Writing for Teens
DESCRIPTION:Teens in 6th – 12th grade are invited to escape into creative writing and connect with other teen writers. Each month on the 2nd Sunday (unless otherwise noted) attendees will be led through prompts and exercises to help develop and stretch their creative writing skills. Attendees will be given a chance to share their work and have a chance to support others. No experience is necessary so all skill levels are encouraged to attend. At the end of the school year\, writers will be asked to submit 1 to 3 pieces (depending on genre) for inclusion in an anthology\, and a celebratory reading will be held. \nRegistration is not necessary. Writing Sundays are FREE! For more information\, click here. \nProvided in partnership with the Ames Writers Collective and the Ames Public Library
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/swift-youth-writers-group-writing-for-teens-3/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Swift Youth Writers Workshop | Grades 8-12 | June 26 to 30
DESCRIPTION:Open to 8th to 12th Graders\nFive consecutive sessions – June 26\, 27\, 28\, 29 and 30\n10:00 AM to Noon\nLocation: Ames Public Library\nFREE \n\n\nIn partnership with the Ames Public Library\, our Swift Youth Writers Workshops offer kids an escape into creative writing and the opportunity to connect with other youth writers. \n\n\nRegardless of genre\, for five days writers will come together in a safe space to read an inspirational piece of writing and write together to timed-writing prompts. At the end of each session\, writers will be invited to read aloud to the group to receive positive feedback. These sessions are based upon the Amherst Writers & Artists Method\, a methodology rooted in the belief that everyone is a writer. All feedback given is focused on the unique voice and strengths of the writer to encourage and model authenticity\, peer support\, and self-confidence. \nThese FREE sessions will be held at the Ames Public Library. The Ames Writers Collective’s Community Outreach programs are funded by our generous donors! \n\nFrom one of our previous Youth Writers: “I learned from sharing my work with the group that I’m more confident than I thought. I felt that sharing with the group allowed for fair criticism that allowed me to improve my writing and it helped boost my confidence in my work.” -RC \n\n\nEmail Us to Register Today!\nPlease include your name\, your teenager’s name\, and your phone number in your message.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/swift-youth-writers-workshop-grades-8-12-june-26-to-30/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Open Write Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:What are Open Writes? \nJoin Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month on Zoom. We will sign on at 3 PM CT\, have a brief check in\, and then write together in community uninterrupted for 90 minutes. At the end of our session\, we will regroup and share our writing success. \nWhat to write during an Open Write? Start writing a new story. Edit a draft manuscript. Suggest a writing prompt to the group. Write a query letter. The writing possibilities are endless. Writing in community creates synergy\, and open writes provide structure for deadlines. \nOpen Writes are free and sponsored by the Ames Writers Collective. To receive the Zoom link\, email ana@ameswriterscollective.org.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/open-write-tuesday/2023-06-13/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Open Write
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230523T170000
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SUMMARY:Open Write Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:What are Open Writes? \nJoin Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month on Zoom. We will sign on at 3 PM CT\, have a brief check in\, and then write together in community uninterrupted for 90 minutes. At the end of our session\, we will regroup and share our writing success. \nWhat to write during an Open Write? Start writing a new story. Edit a draft manuscript. Suggest a writing prompt to the group. Write a query letter. The writing possibilities are endless. Writing in community creates synergy\, and open writes provide structure for deadlines. \nOpen Writes are free and sponsored by the Ames Writers Collective. To receive the Zoom link\, email ana@ameswriterscollective.org.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/open-write-tuesdays/2023-05-23/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Open Write
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T170000
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SUMMARY:Open Write Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:What are Open Writes? \nJoin Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month on Zoom. We will sign on at 3 PM CT\, have a brief check in\, and then write together in community uninterrupted for 90 minutes. At the end of our session\, we will regroup and share our writing success. \nWhat to write during an Open Write? Start writing a new story. Edit a draft manuscript. Suggest a writing prompt to the group. Write a query letter. The writing possibilities are endless. Writing in community creates synergy\, and open writes provide structure for deadlines. \nOpen Writes are free and sponsored by the Ames Writers Collective. To receive the Zoom link\, email ana@ameswriterscollective.org.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/open-write-tuesday/2023-05-09/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Open Write
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
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SUMMARY:Open Write Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:What are Open Writes? \nJoin Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month on Zoom. We will sign on at 3 PM CT\, have a brief check in\, and then write together in community uninterrupted for 90 minutes. At the end of our session\, we will regroup and share our writing success. \nWhat to write during an Open Write? Start writing a new story. Edit a draft manuscript. Suggest a writing prompt to the group. Write a query letter. The writing possibilities are endless. Writing in community creates synergy\, and open writes provide structure for deadlines. \nOpen Writes are free and sponsored by the Ames Writers Collective. To receive the Zoom link\, email ana@ameswriterscollective.org.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/open-write-tuesdays/2023-04-25/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Open Write
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230411T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T071408Z
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SUMMARY:Open Write Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:What are Open Writes? \nJoin Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month on Zoom. We will sign on at 3 PM CT\, have a brief check in\, and then write together in community uninterrupted for 90 minutes. At the end of our session\, we will regroup and share our writing success. \nWhat to write during an Open Write? Start writing a new story. Edit a draft manuscript. Suggest a writing prompt to the group. Write a query letter. The writing possibilities are endless. Writing in community creates synergy\, and open writes provide structure for deadlines. \nOpen Writes are free and sponsored by the Ames Writers Collective. To receive the Zoom link\, email ana@ameswriterscollective.org.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/open-write-tuesday/2023-04-11/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Open Write
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230406T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230408T133000
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SUMMARY:Ames Writers Collective Founder @ Poetry Palooza!
DESCRIPTION:April is National Poetry Month. For the first time in nearly 20 years\, Poetry& of Greater Des Moines is hosting Poetry Palooza! – an epic celebration of poetry and poets April 6-8\, 2023. All events are FREE. \nPoetry Palooza! launches Thursday evening at Franklin Jr High Event Center auditorium (4801 Franklin Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA) with the IPA Poetry Slam Final Stage. Top poets from earlier qualifying rounds will compete for the title of State Champion and the opportunity to represent Iowa at a national slam event in June. Akwi Nji will serve as the slam’s featured poet. \nFriday and Saturday are filled with workshops and open mics at Mainframe Studios\, and Poetry Palooza! concludes with a panel discussion at NOON on Saturday featuring moderator\, Debra Marquart and panelists that include Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective. Click here for more information and to RSVP for the FREE events.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/ames-writers-collective-founder-poetry-palooza/
LOCATION:Mainframe Studios\, 900 Keosauqua Way\, Des Moines\, 50309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230404T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230404T193000
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SUMMARY:Writing Through Cancer with the John Stoddard Cancer Center
DESCRIPTION:Writing Circle Tuesdays are open to cancer patients and cancer survivors who have completed treatments. \nEach evening we create a safe space\, and then write together for timed intervals to writing prompts. Writing prompts inspire stories from our lives. \nAfter each timed-writing session\, participants will have the opportunity to read their stories to the group\, which is healing on many levels.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/writing-through-cancer-with-the-john-stoddard-cancer-center/2023-04-04/
CATEGORIES:Cancer Writing Circles
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230402T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230402T160000
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SUMMARY:Part II—Public Reading | Words Meet Art & Harriet Bart: Material Alchemy
DESCRIPTION:Writers who participated in Words Meet Art Part 1 will present their flash fiction\, poems\, creative nonfiction\, a monologue\, and/or perform music in response to the exhibition Harriet Bart: Material Alchemy in the Christian Petersen Art Museum. \nRegistration is not required to attend the reading. Writers participating in the reading will sign up during Part 1. \nWords meet Art is an outreach of the Ames Writers Collective.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/part-ii-public-reading-words-meet-art-harriet-bart-material-alchemy/
LOCATION:Christian Petersen Art Museum\, 603 Morrill Road\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230401T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230401T123000
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SUMMARY:Part 1—Words Meet Art & Harriet Bart: Material Alchemy
DESCRIPTION:Part 1: Words Meet Art\, an outreach program of the Ames Writers Collective\, is a literary arts event demonstrating through words how art\, used as a writing prompt\, can invoke feelings\, trigger memories\, and inspire conversations across divides and demographics. For inspiration\, writers will interact with the Harriet Bart exhibition at the Christian Petersen Art Museum to compose and publicly read poems\, flash fiction or creative nonfiction\, and/or perform monologues or music. \nFor this first session (two time and date options) of Words Meet Art\, participants will receive a guided tour of Harriet Bart: Material Alchemy to educate and inspire creativity led by Sydney Marshall\, Curator\, University Museums\, Iowa State University. An introduction to “writing to writing prompts” will follow\, with writing sessions to connect writers to the exhibition. This session will be led by Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, and/or an Iowa State University MFA in Creative Writing and Environment Program candidate. \nParticipants may bring their own drink and snacks for breaks. Refreshments are not provided. These events are free\, but registration is required. To register\, click here.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/part-1-words-meet-art-harriet-bart-material-alchemy-2/
LOCATION:Christian Petersen Art Museum\, 603 Morrill Road\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230330T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230330T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
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SUMMARY:Part 1—Words Meet Art & Harriet Bart: Material Alchemy
DESCRIPTION:Part 1: Words Meet Art\, an outreach program of the Ames Writers Collective\, is a literary arts event demonstrating through words how art\, used as a writing prompt\, can invoke feelings\, trigger memories\, and inspire conversations across divides and demographics. For inspiration\, writers will interact with the Harriet Bart exhibition at the Christian Petersen Art Museum to compose and publicly read poems\, flash fiction or creative nonfiction\, and/or perform monologues or music. \nFor this first session (two time and date options) of Words Meet Art\, participants will receive a guided tour of Harriet Bart: Material Alchemy to educate and inspire creativity led by Sydney Marshall\, Curator\, University Museums\, Iowa State University. An introduction to “writing to writing prompts” will follow\, with writing sessions to connect writers to the exhibition. This session will be led by Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, and/or an Iowa State University MFA in Creative Writing and Environment Program candidate. \nParticipants may bring their own drink and snacks for breaks. Refreshments are not provided. These events are free\, but registration is required. To register\, click here.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/part-1-words-meet-art-harriet-bart-material-alchemy/
LOCATION:Christian Petersen Art Museum\, 603 Morrill Road\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230328T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230328T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T075706Z
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SUMMARY:Writing Through Cancer with the John Stoddard Cancer Center
DESCRIPTION:Writing Circle Tuesdays are open to cancer patients and cancer survivors who have completed treatments. \nEach evening we create a safe space\, and then write together for timed intervals to writing prompts. Writing prompts inspire stories from our lives. \nAfter each timed-writing session\, participants will have the opportunity to read their stories to the group\, which is healing on many levels.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/writing-through-cancer-with-the-john-stoddard-cancer-center/2023-03-28/
CATEGORIES:Cancer Writing Circles
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230328T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
CREATED:20230407T071549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T071549Z
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SUMMARY:Open Write Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:What are Open Writes? \nJoin Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month on Zoom. We will sign on at 3 PM CT\, have a brief check in\, and then write together in community uninterrupted for 90 minutes. At the end of our session\, we will regroup and share our writing success. \nWhat to write during an Open Write? Start writing a new story. Edit a draft manuscript. Suggest a writing prompt to the group. Write a query letter. The writing possibilities are endless. Writing in community creates synergy\, and open writes provide structure for deadlines. \nOpen Writes are free and sponsored by the Ames Writers Collective. To receive the Zoom link\, email ana@ameswriterscollective.org.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/open-write-tuesdays/2023-03-28/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Open Write
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230321T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230321T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
CREATED:20230406T035054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T075706Z
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SUMMARY:Writing Through Cancer with the John Stoddard Cancer Center
DESCRIPTION:Writing Circle Tuesdays are open to cancer patients and cancer survivors who have completed treatments. \nEach evening we create a safe space\, and then write together for timed intervals to writing prompts. Writing prompts inspire stories from our lives. \nAfter each timed-writing session\, participants will have the opportunity to read their stories to the group\, which is healing on many levels.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/writing-through-cancer-with-the-john-stoddard-cancer-center/2023-03-21/
CATEGORIES:Cancer Writing Circles
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
CREATED:20230406T035054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T075706Z
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SUMMARY:Writing Through Cancer with the John Stoddard Cancer Center
DESCRIPTION:Writing Circle Tuesdays are open to cancer patients and cancer survivors who have completed treatments. \nEach evening we create a safe space\, and then write together for timed intervals to writing prompts. Writing prompts inspire stories from our lives. \nAfter each timed-writing session\, participants will have the opportunity to read their stories to the group\, which is healing on many levels.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/writing-through-cancer-with-the-john-stoddard-cancer-center/2023-03-14/
CATEGORIES:Cancer Writing Circles
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ameswriterscollective.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/March-2023-Writing-Through-Cancer-Flyer.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
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SUMMARY:Open Write Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:What are Open Writes? \nJoin Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month on Zoom. We will sign on at 3 PM CT\, have a brief check in\, and then write together in community uninterrupted for 90 minutes. At the end of our session\, we will regroup and share our writing success. \nWhat to write during an Open Write? Start writing a new story. Edit a draft manuscript. Suggest a writing prompt to the group. Write a query letter. The writing possibilities are endless. Writing in community creates synergy\, and open writes provide structure for deadlines. \nOpen Writes are free and sponsored by the Ames Writers Collective. To receive the Zoom link\, email ana@ameswriterscollective.org.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/open-write-tuesday/2023-03-14/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Open Write
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230307T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230307T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T011744Z
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SUMMARY:Author Spotlight | Kris Abel-Helwig
DESCRIPTION:Come meet Kris Abel-Helwig at the Ames Public Library. She will talk about her new young adult release and last book in her Hero Series trilogy.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/author-spotlight-kris-abel-helwig/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230307T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230307T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
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SUMMARY:Writing Through Cancer with the John Stoddard Cancer Center
DESCRIPTION:Writing Circle Tuesdays are open to cancer patients and cancer survivors who have completed treatments. \nEach evening we create a safe space\, and then write together for timed intervals to writing prompts. Writing prompts inspire stories from our lives. \nAfter each timed-writing session\, participants will have the opportunity to read their stories to the group\, which is healing on many levels.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/writing-through-cancer-with-the-john-stoddard-cancer-center/2023-03-07/
CATEGORIES:Cancer Writing Circles
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230228T170000
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SUMMARY:Open Write Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:What are Open Writes? \nJoin Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month on Zoom. We will sign on at 3 PM CT\, have a brief check in\, and then write together in community uninterrupted for 90 minutes. At the end of our session\, we will regroup and share our writing success. \nWhat to write during an Open Write? Start writing a new story. Edit a draft manuscript. Suggest a writing prompt to the group. Write a query letter. The writing possibilities are endless. Writing in community creates synergy\, and open writes provide structure for deadlines. \nOpen Writes are free and sponsored by the Ames Writers Collective. To receive the Zoom link\, email ana@ameswriterscollective.org.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/open-write-tuesdays/2023-02-28/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Open Write
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230214T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
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SUMMARY:Open Write Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:What are Open Writes? \nJoin Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month on Zoom. We will sign on at 3 PM CT\, have a brief check in\, and then write together in community uninterrupted for 90 minutes. At the end of our session\, we will regroup and share our writing success. \nWhat to write during an Open Write? Start writing a new story. Edit a draft manuscript. Suggest a writing prompt to the group. Write a query letter. The writing possibilities are endless. Writing in community creates synergy\, and open writes provide structure for deadlines. \nOpen Writes are free and sponsored by the Ames Writers Collective. To receive the Zoom link\, email ana@ameswriterscollective.org.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/open-write-tuesday/2023-02-14/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Open Write
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230209T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230209T200000
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SUMMARY:David Gonzalez | A Night of Poetry | Author Spotlight
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Author Spotlight Live and In Person at KHOI Radio! \nDavid Gonzalez\, a professional storyteller\, poet\, playwright\, musician and keynote speaker will read from Soundings\, his debut book of poetry. \n“Here are the maps for a self of earth and cosmos interconnections\, breath\, existence and thought for the new thinker\, traveler\, philosopher. Bravo\, brava!” –Juan Felipe Herrera\, Poet Laureate of the United States\, Emeritus \nProsecco & Chocolates Will Be Served \nThe Author Spotlight Series is presented by The Ames Writers Collective and KHOI Community Radio \nThank you Stephens Auditorium and the Martha-Ellen Ty Youth Matinee Series for bringing David to Ames!
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/david-gonzalez-a-night-of-poetry-author-spotlight/
LOCATION:KHOI Radio\, 622 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, 50010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230124T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230124T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
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SUMMARY:Open Write Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:What are Open Writes? \nJoin Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month on Zoom. We will sign on at 3 PM CT\, have a brief check in\, and then write together in community uninterrupted for 90 minutes. At the end of our session\, we will regroup and share our writing success. \nWhat to write during an Open Write? Start writing a new story. Edit a draft manuscript. Suggest a writing prompt to the group. Write a query letter. The writing possibilities are endless. Writing in community creates synergy\, and open writes provide structure for deadlines. \nOpen Writes are free and sponsored by the Ames Writers Collective. To receive the Zoom link\, email ana@ameswriterscollective.org.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/open-write-tuesdays/2023-01-24/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Open Write
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230110T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
CREATED:20230407T071330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T071408Z
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SUMMARY:Open Write Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:What are Open Writes? \nJoin Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective\, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month on Zoom. We will sign on at 3 PM CT\, have a brief check in\, and then write together in community uninterrupted for 90 minutes. At the end of our session\, we will regroup and share our writing success. \nWhat to write during an Open Write? Start writing a new story. Edit a draft manuscript. Suggest a writing prompt to the group. Write a query letter. The writing possibilities are endless. Writing in community creates synergy\, and open writes provide structure for deadlines. \nOpen Writes are free and sponsored by the Ames Writers Collective. To receive the Zoom link\, email ana@ameswriterscollective.org.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/open-write-tuesday/2023-01-10/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Open Write
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230107T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230107T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T120426Z
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SUMMARY:Writing Through Cancer Meets [UNTITLED]: how a breast cancer survivor learned to say goodbye to her boobs
DESCRIPTION:Bring your notebook and pen\, and invite your muse to write to writing prompts inspired by the Octagon exhibit\, [UNTITLED]: how a breast cancer survivor learned to say goodbye to her boobs. \nAfter introductions and creating a safe space\, we will write together for timed intervals. After each session of writing\, participants will have the opportunity to read their stories to the group\, which is healing on many levels\, and a self-care surprise. \nThis afternoon of writing is led by Ana McCracken\, founder of the Ames Writers Collective. For the past year\, Ana has led virtual Writing Circle Wednesdays for the William R. Bliss Cancer Resource Center. Writing Through Cancer Writing Circles are inspired by the Amherst Writers & Artists method\, which believes that everyone is a writer. \nRSVPs for this free event are not required\, but preferred. Please email Ana McCracken for questions and to RSVP. \nVisit the Octagon Center for the Arts for more information about all the events for [UNTITLED]: how a breast cancer survivor learned to say goodbye to her boobs. \nQuotes from Writing Circle Wednesday Participants:  \n“I’ve come to regard Writing Circle Wednesdays as an integral part of my cancer treatment. As much as I appreciate the efforts of my medical team and support from family and friends\, I still feel an “aloneness” in this journey. Writing Circle Wednesdays has proved a convenient opportunity to air my worries\, concerns\, hopes and fears that only another cancer patient can truly fathom. It is a safe space to share insights\, tears\, and laughter.” —NJ \n“This has helped with chemo brain SO MUCH.” —KG \n“Living with cancer is a lonely journey. Only those who have been or are on that same journey truly understand the emotions\, fears and challenges we face each day. I was hoping to gain some insight into how others coped with their diagnosis. I not only gained that\, but also came to understand more fully my own reactions to my personal cancer story. This was a valuable experience for me. I don’t feel quite as alone as I did.” —PP
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/writing-through-cancer-meets-untitled-how-a-breast-cancer-survivor-learned-to-say-goodbye-to-her-boobs/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221231T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221231T120000
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SUMMARY:Meet Ana at Dog-Eared Books
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Ames Writers Collective founder\, Ana McCracken at Dog-Eared books. Learn about upcoming programs\, suggest some of your own.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/meet-ana-at-dog-eared-books/
LOCATION:Dog-Eared Books Ames\, 203 Main Street\, Ames\, IA\, 20010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221209T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T143905
CREATED:20221202T084205Z
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SUMMARY:Beth M. Howard in Conversation - Author Spotlight
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Author Spotlight live and in person at KHOI Radio! \nDate: December 9\, 2022\nTime: 7pm\nLocation: KHOI Radio\, 622 Douglas Ave\, Ames \n“Pie is meant for sharing. Pie connects people. Pie knows no cultural or political boundaries. Pie Makes people happy. And happy people make the world a better place. That’s why the world needs more pie.” \nLearn more about Beth M. Howard
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/beth-m-howard-in-conversation-author-spotlight/
CATEGORIES:Author Talks,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221006T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221006T200000
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SUMMARY:Mary Warner & Rex Heer
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, October 6th the Author Spotlight will feature Mary Warner\, author of Adventure on Gallop Ghosts Islands and illustrator by Rex Heer. \nMary Warner is a triathlete who loves to race and swim in the Atlantic Ocean. She has written countless unpublished stories about her experiences being an athlete\, one of which inspired this collaboration. \nRex Heer lives in a log cabin he built in the woods in the hills overlooking the Des Moines River Valley. \nThe Author Spotlight Series is presented by the Ames Writers Collective and KHOI Community Radio Station LIVE and In Person.
URL:https://ameswriterscollective.org/event/mary-warner-rex-heer/
LOCATION:KHOI Radio\, 622 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, 50010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Talks
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