Ames Writers Collective
Sept. 28 – Oct. 1 in Okoboji, Iowa
Join Founder Ana McCracken at the Okoboji Writers Retreat this Fall. The Okoboji Writers Retreat is a unique gathering on the shores of West Lake Okoboji filled with inspiration, creativity and community. Whether you’re polishing a manuscript or just getting started, you’ll find expert-led sessions, supportive peers and plenty of time to write in a beautiful lakeside setting.
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Join us for Tumbling Words on June 19 at The Dot Café! Enjoy a fun and therapeutic evening of cocktails, mocktails, and creative self-expression through Wild Writing. No experience needed, just come ready to silence your inner critic and let the words flow. Your $35 ticket includes a handcrafted drink, journal and pen, a guided writing session with founder Ana McCracken, and a post-workshop mingle.
Spots are limited, get your ticket now before it sells out!
March 3, 2025, 6pm – 8pm at the Christian Petersen Museum, 1017 Morrill Hall
“Art Write Now” invites writers of all levels to showcase the powerful connection between visual art and creative writing. Participants will explore how art can serve as a writing prompt, evoking emotion, triggering memories, and sparking conversation.
The program will begin with a guided tour of the museum’s exhibitions, led by curator Alison Ranniger Van Zante.
