Nationally acclaimed author Russell Banks will read from his new novel, Foregone and sign books on September 24, 2021 at 7:00pm to celebrate the opening of Adirondack Center for Writingâs new event space at 15 Broadway in Saranac Lake. Copies of Foregone will be available for purchase for signing at the event. This event costs … Continue reading An Evening with Russell Banks
AnchorCon coming in August!
Clayton Rotary announces new event in Clayton NY! AnchorCon coming in August! A multi fandom ComiCon convention is coming to the Cerow Arena on August 20, 21, 22, 2021! âAutobots, Roll Out!â is just one of the well known catchphrases youâll hear in and around the Cerow Recreation Arena in Clayton on August 20,21,22 this … Continue reading AnchorCon coming in August!
Wild Ideas | Online Event, Presented by ACW + Adirondack Explorer
Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 7:00pm ETFree! Just make sure to register in advance Hear about the wild ideas that became âA Wild Idea: How the Environmental Movement Tamed the Adirondacksâ by Brad Edmondson. Adirondack Explorer Editor Brandon Loomis will interview Edmondson about his 19-year project interviewing the people who fought for and against the Adirondack … Continue reading Wild Ideas | Online Event, Presented by ACW + Adirondack Explorer
Challenges and Opportunities in Journalism in 2021 and Beyond
Presented by Adirondack Center for Writing and Adirondack Explorer Thursday, February 25, 2021 7:00-8:30pmCost: Suggested donation $10 Registration A conversation with new and veteran journalists on the evolving nature of journalism. Part storytelling, part conversation on how the culture of "fake news" has affected journalism today. Rex Smith, editor-at-large at the Times Union of Albany, … Continue reading Challenges and Opportunities in Journalism in 2021 and Beyond
Writing with Play & Persistence Series with Chris Tebbetts
Designed for any novice and experienced writer to participate from home. Renowned author and educator Chris Tebbetts will lead these virtual, one-of-a-kind events presented by Adirondack Center for Writing. Playing with Story Ideas: A Hands-On Workshop Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at 7:00pm Cost: Sliding scale $5-20 What kinds of stories do you love? What settings, … Continue reading Writing with Play & Persistence Series with Chris Tebbetts
Examining Social Class in the Adirondacks
Examining Social Class in the Adirondacks. Weâll explore our personal, interpersonal, and professional experiences in social class through performance & workshops led by Dialogue Arts Project. In our efforts to make the Adirondacks more welcoming to people from all backgrounds, we need to look at our own biases and problems. Social class is the Adirondack … Continue reading Examining Social Class in the Adirondacks
Six Writers at a Pub
Women of Mass Dissemination: Marilyn McCabe, Mary Sanders Shartle, Kathleen McCoy, Elaine Handley, Nancy White, and Lale Davidson What could be more fun than a glass of beer or wine and a six-writer, one-hour reading of original poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and collaborations? If youâre at a loss, note that the six award-winning writers Women of … Continue reading Six Writers at a Pub
Local poets at NorthWind Fine Arts Gallery for poetry-painting collaborative event
Poet David Crews will be in Saranac Lake at NorthWind Fine Arts Gallery for their annual poetry-painting collaborative event to celebrate National Poetry Month. Crews extends his thanks to Susan Whiteman and the lovely artists at the gallery for all the work they do putting this event together. His poem this year will be on … Continue reading Local poets at NorthWind Fine Arts Gallery for poetry-painting collaborative event
20th Anniversary Gala
May 4, 2019 6-9pm at Hotel Saranac Celebrate 20 years in style on Kentucky Derby day with delicious food, craft cocktails, big hats and betting games. $120 ticket. Please purchase your tickets by April 25. Discounted room rates available. Join us in honoring this group of visionaries who laid the path for the ACW legacy: … Continue reading 20th Anniversary Gala