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Program Summary, 2008
The following programs are planned for 2008.February
- Niskayuna Library Poetry Party:
A reading by regional poets
April 17
- Peer Writing Workshop:
Expert panel and networking on peer writing groups
William Sanford Library; Colonie, NY; 7-9 PM
Co-sponsored with the NYS Writers Institute
May 31
- Citizens reading of "Song of Myself":
A reading in honor of the birthday of poet Walt Whitman
Washington Park, Albany; at Robert Burns statue
Co-sponsored by Poetry Motel Foundation
Fall
- Writing from Art:
An interactive writing workshop
Date TBA
Exhibit: Giverny, American Impressionists in France
Co-sponsored by Albany Institute of History and Art
October/November
- Community of Writers Program:
Multi-genre readings by area writers
Albany Public Library
Schenectady County Public Library
Co-sponsored with Electric City Poets and Hamilton Hill Arts Center
Note: Third location to be announced
- OASAS Annual Recovery Fine Arts Festival:
Festival advisors and poetry contest planning and judging provided by Guild members
Sponsored by NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services
- Publishers Panel:
An opportunity to hear and meet publishers
Date TBA
November
- HVWG Annual Meeting:
Date TBA
Note: Other workshops and events pending
Read past years' programs in our archives section