BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//IWPA - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:IWPA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.iwpa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for IWPA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20160313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20161106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20170312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20171105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20180311T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20181104T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T180000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20230618T194341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T183530Z UID:13507-1757152800-1757268000@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Join IWPA Under the Tent at Printer's Row Lit Fest 2025! DESCRIPTION:It’s your time to be showcased under the IWPA big tent for the 40th Anniversary of the Printers Row Lit Fest in 2025.  Secure your spot now to display and sell your books at the fest on Saturday\,  September 6th\, and Sunday\, September 7th\, 2025.  Display both days or one! The choice is yours\, but make sure you choose!  This year is special!  2025 marks the 140th Anniversary of the Illinois Woman’s  Press Association and the 40th for Printers Row Lit Fest!  Let’s make it memorable! Sign up today – don’t wait! \nShare!  Share with other fellow authors\, publishers\, writers\, podcasters\, book craft sellers\, and book sellers of all genres!  Hurry\, our tent will be filled up quickly this year! \nPrinters Row Lit Fest was founded in 1985 by the Near South Planning Board to attract visitors to the Printers Row neighborhood (once the city’s bookmaking hub). By 2002\, it had grown to five city blocks (on Dearborn\, from Congress to Polk)\, attracting more than 200 booksellers from across the country displaying new\, used\, and antiquarian books\, and featuring seven stages with more than 100 free literary programs. \nAs part of its ongoing commitment to the written word and its support of literacy and literary endeavor\, the Chicago Tribune purchased the Printers Row Book Fair in 2002 from the Near South Planning Board. The Printer’s Row Lit Fest is the largest free outdoor literary event in the Midwest\, drawing more than 125\,000 book lovers to the two-day showcase. \nThe Illinois Woman’s Press Association will once again host a tent at the PRLF – one of the highlights of our membership year. \nThis is a superb place to showcase your books\, writings\, literary podcasts\, promote literacy\, and educational issues. \nUse the PayPal link below to reserve your single-day or full-weekend spot! \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Author Station(s) 2025 Lit Fest\n \n\n\n\n \n Sunday Station: $130.00 USD\n \n Saturday Station $140.00 USD\n \n Sat. & Sun. Station $250.00 USD\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Phone number\n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Enter name for your nametag: URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/calling-all-authors-join-iwpa-under-the-tent-at-printers-row-lit-fest-2025/ LOCATION:Printer’s Row Lit Fest\, Dearborn\, from Congress to Polk\, Chicago\, IL\, United States CATEGORIES:Friend of IWPA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20230326T211819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T132108Z UID:13486-1746273600-1746284400@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Update on Mate E. Palmer Communications Contest Award Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Mate E. Palmer Communications Contest Award Luncheon \nDue to unforeseen circumstances\, the 2025 Communications Contest Award Luncheon that was scheduled to take place on May 3rd has been canceled. \nPlease be aware that all of the contest award winners will receive their awards VERY SHORTLY and the IWPA will proudly promote the first-place award winners in both\, the high school and professional contests up to the national competition level. \nWe are sorry for any inconvenience. URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/mate-e-palmer-communications-contest-award-luncheon/ LOCATION:The Public Landing\, 200 W 8th St\, Lockport\, IL\, 60641\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T163000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20250315T131805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T131805Z UID:13652-1743255000-1743265800@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:SWAN Day 2025 DESCRIPTION:It’s the 20th anniversary of the Women in the Audience Supporting Women Artists Now (WITASWAN) program in Chicago. This year’s film is Ghost (1990)\, starring recent SAG award Best Actress winner\, Demi Moore. The movie won two Oscars in 1991\, including a Best Supporting Actress nod for Whoopi Goldberg. \n\n\n\nIWPA is proud to co-sponsor this event. \nIf you’d like to attend and celebrate women in the arts in community\, RSVP via the link. Tickets are free\, but you must have one to enter. URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/swan-day-2025/ LOCATION:Evanston AMC 12\, 1715 Maple Ave\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.iwpa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_968473383_194731033744_1_original.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T160000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20240615T185802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T124916Z UID:13622-1719666000-1719676800@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:IWPA's Summer Writer's Workshop DESCRIPTION:The Illinois Woman’s Press Association (IWPA) is pleased to host this free live event\, open to all. \nIt will feature educational programming with four expert speakers on an array of professional topics\, with Q & A following each session. The presentation will be followed by readings of published or in-progress work from four attendees\, in 5-minute increments.  There will be mingling and discussions afterwards. \nThe speakers for the event are Dave Perez\, Host of cable show The Dave Perez Show\, Film Production 101; Janice Newman\, How to Host a Television Show; Andre Renee Harris\, Book Publisher & Author\, Book Publishing 101; and Mabel Fleming\, Comedian & Podcaster Creator of Mayday Mayheim Podcast\, Podcasting 101. If you would like to share your work by reading a selection\, please contact Janice.ywhynot@gmail.com.  \nThe event is completely free and registration is not required. Attendees are invited to bring a copy of their published work if they want to share\, display\, or discuss during the mingling and discussion time. A table will be provided for attendees to display their books (but not for sale) or other professional collateral.  \nLight snacks and beverages will be provided. Parking and entry to the library are located at the back of the building.   URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/iwpas-summer-writers-workshop/ LOCATION:South Holland Public Library\, 16250 Wausau Avenue\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.iwpa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/SHPLexterior1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T160000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20230830T153017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T153017Z UID:13523-1696075200-1696089600@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Fall 2023 IWPA Writers Workshop DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE! \nOur free Fall event is coming soon. All event details will be posted shortly.  Please mark your calendars. We look forward to seeing you! URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/fall-2023-iwpa-writers-workshop/ LOCATION:Oak Park Library – Maze Branch\, 845 Gunderson Ave\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.iwpa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/SLMXPJD2DNDODOKC7NT543UXMQ.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T160000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20230318T165118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230318T165118Z UID:13472-1682773200-1682784000@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Spring Writer's Workshop & Live Reading DESCRIPTION:Join Illinois Woman’s Press Association for a LIVE EVENT featuring educational programming\, creativity\, fun and fellowship. \nThe event will feature four expert speakers on an array of professional topics\, with Q&A following each session. The presentations will be followed by readings of published or in-progress work from four attendees\, in 5-minute increments. Interested readers are invited to register via this form on a first come\, first served basis.  \nOur speakers for the afternoon:  \n \nCarrie Steinweg – Freelance 101 – Carrie will discuss what is involved in being a freelance writer\, how to get work\, and insights to trade. She will also discuss her personal experience.  \nJoshua Friedberg – Transitioning Writing from High School to College – Josh will cover his own journey with this topic\, addressing assignments\, going beyond 5-paragraph essays\, argumentative vs. informative writing\, close reading\, essay structure\, using research databases\, receiving feedback\, and using outlines.  \nJanice Newman – Social Media – Janice will speak on the importance of utilizing social media with your writing. She will give examples of how to increase your social following\, and create a brand.  \nJanis Johnston – Blog Writing and Book Publishing – Janis will discuss basic blog writing 101\, and the ins and outs of working with a professional book publisher. \n \nThe event is completely free and registration is not required\, unless you’d like to read your work. A table will be provided for attendees to display their books or other professional collateral.  \nLight snacks and beverages will be provided. Parking and entry to the library are located in the back of the building. \nWe look forward to seeing you in person! URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/spring-writers-workshop-live-reading/ LOCATION:South Holland Public Library\, 16250 Wausau Avenue\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220910T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220911T180000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20150214T034759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T165848Z UID:11684-1662804000-1662919200@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:CALLING ALL AUTHORS! Join IWPA Under the Tent at Printer's Row Lit Fest 2022! DESCRIPTION:Printers Row Lit Fest was founded in 1985 by the Near South Planning Board to attract visitors to the Printers Row neighborhood (once the city’s bookmaking hub). By 2002\, it had grown to five city blocks (on Dearborn\, from Congress to Polk)\, attracting more than 200 booksellers from across the country displaying new\, used and antiquarian books\, and featuring seven stages with more than 100 free literary programs. \nAs part of its ongoing commitment to the written word and its support of literacy and literary endeavor\, the Chicago Tribune purchased the Printers Row Book Fair in 2002 from the Near South Planning Board. Renamed the Printer’s Row Lit Fest\, it is considered the largest free outdoor literary event in the Midwest\, drawing more than 125\,000 book lovers to the two-day showcase. \nThe Illinois Woman’s Press Association will once again host a tent at the PRLF – one of the highlights of our membership year. \nWe have just a few Sunday spots left – $110 for the full day. Book NOW! \nClick the link below to secure your reservation today! And please share this information with your networks. \nNeed help? Contact Art Brauer\, IWPA’s Printer’s Low Lit Fest Coordinator\, at art@dreamerstapestry.com. \n\n \n\n\n\nSunday Author Station 2022 Lit Fest\n\n\nSunday: $110.00 USD\n\n\nEnter name for your name tag:\n\n\n\n\n\nPhone Number: URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/join-iwpa-under-the-tent-at-printers-row-lit-fest-2022/ LOCATION:Printer’s Row Lit Fest\, Dearborn\, from Congress to Polk\, Chicago\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220604T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220604T150000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20171005T210816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T213952Z UID:12429-1654344000-1654354800@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Mate E. Palmer Communications Contest Awards Luncheon DESCRIPTION:The Public Landaing \nThe IWPA’s 2022 Professional and High School Communications Contest winners will have their day in the sun during the prestigious Mate E. Palmer Awards Luncheon. \nJoin us at the historic Public Landing Restaurant located in Lockport\, IL as we honor the stellar work and creativity of our 2022 contest award winners. \nWhen: June 4\, 2022\nWhere: Public Landing Restaurant\nAddress: 200 W 8th St\, Lockport\, IL 60441\nTime: 11:45 check-in\, 12:00 – 3:00 Luncheon & Awards\nCost: $25.00 per attendee\nDress Code: Business Casual and No Hats of Any Type\nWho Can Attend: Winners\, guests\, media and members of he public are welcome. \nTICKET SALES HAVE CLOSED. WE’LL SEE YOU THIS SATURDAY! URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/mate-e-palmer-communications-awards-celebration/ LOCATION:The Public Landing\, 200 W 8th St\, Lockport\, IL\, 60641\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211023T160000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20210920T181504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T181917Z UID:13336-1635001200-1635004800@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:IWPA 2021 Professional & High School Contest Award Winner Event DESCRIPTION:Dr. Tim Libretti \nPlease join members of the Illinois Woman’s Press Association Board for an online celebration of this year’s Mate E. Palmer Professional Communications and High School Contest award winners. Featuring a keynote appearance by Tim Libretti\, 2021’s Silver Feather Award honoree\, an author\, political pundit/analyst\, educator\, consultant\, literary and cultural expert and critic. \nRegistration is required via this link. \nMembers of the public and press welcome! URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/iwpa-2021-professional-high-school-contest-award-winner-event/ LOCATION:Online via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200308T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200308T160000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20200215T191829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200215T191829Z UID:12939-1583676000-1583683200@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Tour: Frances E. Willard House DESCRIPTION:Join Illinois Woman’s Press Association in celebrating International Women’s Day on Sunday\, March 8. We are looking back at the history of our organization as well as women’s suffrage. 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution giving American women the right to vote. \nWe are taking a tour of the Frances E. Willard Home Museum in Evanston. Willard was an important crusader for women’s right to vote\, a temperance reformer and an early member of IWPA. We’ll be led on a tour of her home by a guide who will discuss the fight for suffrage and the temperance movement. \nTickets for the tour are $10 per person. Non-members welcome. Use the PayPal link below to reserve your spots by Friday\, March 6. No tickets will be sold the day of the tour. We’ll begin promptly at 2 pm.  \nThe nearby Evanston History Center’s new exhibit “Evanston Women and the Fight for the Vote” makes a great add-on to the tour.  The exhibit is open from 1-4 pm\, and is free to the public on March 8. \nFor more information\, contact Cora Weisenberger\, IWPA President\, at 708-296-8669 or weisenbergercora@gmail.com \n\n \n\n\n\nFrances WIllard House and Suffrage Exhibit Tours\, March 8\n\n\n1 Attendee $10.00 USD2 Attendees $20.00 USD URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/tour-frances-e-willard-house/ LOCATION:Frances E. Willard House\, 1730 Chicago Avenue\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191208T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191208T133000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20141012T025121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191116T194436Z UID:11244-1575802800-1575811800@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:IWPA's 6th Annual Holiday Brunch DESCRIPTION:O’Donovan’s \nMembers of the Illinois Woman’s Press Association and their guests are invited to our 6th Annual Holiday Brunch! \nJoin us in celebrating the season at O’Donovan’s in Chicago. Enjoy a buffet meal and bottomless mimosas for just $30 a ticket. Street parking is available.\n\nAnd support literacy by bringing a copy of your favorite children’s book to the brunch. All gifts will be donated to Bernie’s Book Bank. The non-profit “sources\, processes and distributes quality children’s books to significantly increase book ownership among at-risk infants\, toddlers and school-age children throughout Chicagoland.” \nPlease use the PayPal link below to purchase your seat(s) at the table by Thursday\, December 5th.  \n\n \n\n\n\nHoliday Brunch-Sunday\, December 8\n\n\n1 Attendee $30.00 USD2 Attendees $60.00 USD URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/iwpa-holiday-brunch/ LOCATION:O’Donovan’s\, 2100 W Irving Park\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191027T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191027T140000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20191007T142846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191007T153729Z UID:12909-1572176700-1572184800@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Museum of Broadcast Communications Tour DESCRIPTION:On Sunday October 27\, 2019\, join IWPA members and guests for a tour of the Museum of Broadcast Communications in Chicago! \nMuseum of Broadcast Communications – 360 N State Street \nThe museum has recently undergone renovations\, and features a brand new exhibit entitled\, “Rock on TV.” Members\, the public and those interested in learning more about our organization are welcome to join in learning more about the local and national history of broadcast communications \nPlease purchase your tickets\, using the PayPal link below\,  no later than Friday\, October 25. We will meet at the museum at 11:45 AM\, and the tour starts promptly at noon. \nAll are welcome! \n\n \n\n\n\nMuseum of Broadcast Communications Tour\n\n\nOctober 27th Event: $10.00 USD URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/museum-of-broadcast-communications-tour/ LOCATION:Museum of Broadcast Communications\, 360 N State Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190727T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190727T220000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20150504T182412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T000151Z UID:11760-1564254000-1564264800@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:7th Annual Summer Social with Chicago Writers Association DESCRIPTION:Join members of Illinois Woman’s Press Association and the CWA for the 7th Annual Summer Social! Enjoy free appetizers provided by Chicago Writers Association\, a cash bar and networking with some of the city’s finest communicators. \nThe Chicago Writers Association is pleased to celebrate the launch of The Write City Review Volume Two with you. The review includes captivating short stories\, award-winning book excerpts and first chapters\, and poignant poetry taken from CWA’s online magazine The Write City Magazine. The book also contains beautiful color photography from around the world and detailed pen and ink and pastel drawings. Writers featured in the review will be on hand to read their pieces during the Summer Social. Additionally\, copies of both The Write City Review and The Write City Review Volume Two will be available for purchase. \nThe evening’s event will be hosted by the inimitable Bill Turck! \nBill Turck\, WCGO Radio \nWC Turck is the host of Playtime with Bill Turck and Kerri Kendall\, Chicago’s only commercial radio program dedicated to the Arts. Turck began as a visual Artist\, studying under the master sculptor Milton Horn. In 1989\, he was among the first Chicago Artists to support the Chinese pro-democracy movement in Tienanmen Square. In 1993\, he traveled to Bosnia as a witness to the genocide. His memoir\, Everything for Love recalls his experiences there. Later he helped organize over 20 tons of relief supplies to Rwanda. \nHis first novel\, Broken\, One Soldier’s Unexpected Journey Home\, was recommended by the National Association of Mental Health Institutes for its subtext about PTSD. He published two more novels and has six more as yet unpublished. \nIn the autumn of 2014\, relying on nearly two decades in the airline industry\, Turck completed his investigative piece on the downing of Malaysian Airlines Flt-17. A TRAGIC FATE: Politics\, Oil\, the Crash of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 and the Looming Threats to Civil Aviation beat the official account by almost nine months\, and remains today the most accurate and comprehensive work on the disaster. Turck is also a playwright with two successful plays which garnered national media attention. He is currently working with a team to bring The Virginian to the stage. \nTo reserve your spot for this fun and enlightening event\, please email your RSVP with headcount to iwpa1885@gmail.com by Thursday\, July 25. \nMembers\, non-members\, friends\, colleagues and guests welcome. We look forward to seeing you! URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/7th-annual-summer-social-with-chicago-writers-association/ LOCATION:The Atlantic Bar\, 5062 N Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190626T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190626T203000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20190606T184958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190606T184958Z UID:12857-1561572000-1561581000@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Meetup: Poetry Writing Workshop DESCRIPTION:  \nIWPA will lead you through two poetry writing exercises during this workshop: blackout poetry and word bank poetry. We will introduce each exercise\, spend some time writing\, then come together to discuss the process and share what we wrote. \nWe will not have writing materials available\, so please bring your own laptop\, notebook\, pens\, etc. – whatever you need to be creative. \nWe’ll meet in the community room at Sulzer Regional Library. There will be a sign-in sheet and a brief introduction before we dive into the workshop. \nThe workshop will end at 8:15 pm but we have the space until 8:30 pm. Please feel free to stick around\, ask questions\, network and maybe even check out a book before you go. \nRSVP via the link below. Or email IWPA1885@gmail.com to confirm your attendance if you don’t have a Meetup account. URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/meetup-poetry-writing-workshop/ LOCATION:Sulzer Regional Library\, 4455 N Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190612T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190612T203000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20190521T223748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190524T144648Z UID:12838-1560364200-1560371400@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Meetup: Blog Writing Workshop DESCRIPTION:IWPA will have several blog writing prompts available for those that desire them. However\, you are also welcome and encouraged to choose your own topic\, or work on something else if blogging doesn’t feel right that day. You can also utilize the resources available at the library to find inspiration. \nWe will not have writing materials available\, so please bring your own laptop\, notebook\, pens\, etc. – whatever you need to be creative. \nWe’ll be in the 7th Floor South group meeting room from 6:30-8:30 pm. There will be a sign-in sheet and printouts for each prompt. \nThe group will do short introductions and then write until 8 pm. From 8-8:30\, pm there will be an opportunity to discuss your work and seek from the group\, if desired. \nRSVP via the link below. Or email IWPA1885@gmail.com to confirm your attendance if you don’t have a Meetup account. URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/meetup-blog-writing-workshop/ LOCATION:Harold Washington Library\, 400 N State St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190525T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190525T150000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20190518T175424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190519T175200Z UID:12832-1558785600-1558796400@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Meetup: Writer's Workshop DESCRIPTION:This is a ‘choose-your-own’ writers workshop! We will have prompts available for poetry\, prose\, blogs and news commentary. You are encouraged to free write or work on something else if none of the prompts feel right. You can also utilize the resources available at the library to find inspiration. \nWe will not have writing materials available so please bring your own laptop\, notebook\, pens\, etc.\, whatever you need to write. Liz might have a few spare pens and scrap paper but don’t count on it. \nWe will be meeting in the North Community Room from 12-3pm. There will be a sign in sheet and printouts for each prompt. We will be writing from 12-2:30. From 2:30-3pm there will be an optional discussion where you will have an opportunity to discuss what you are working on and seek feedback from the group if desired. \nWe have plenty of room so please feel free to bring friends and family! \nRSVP via the link below. Or email IWPA1885@gmail.com to confirm your attendance if you don’t have a Meetup account. URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/free-meetup-writers-workshop/ LOCATION:Rogers Park Library\, 6907 N Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60626\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T210000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20190331T143407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190331T145254Z UID:12807-1555182000-1555189200@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:April Networking Event - Free & Open to the Public DESCRIPTION:You know it\, you love it and it’s back by popular demand! \nThe IWPA invites you to bring some business cards and a guest to our annual networking event. Are you a writer\, journalist\, photographer\, graphic designer or any other type of creative looking for community? Are you in the full-time job or freelance market? Want to expand your network without logging into a computer? This is the place for you! \nIllinois Woman’s Press Association is full of extraordinary and talented people with stories\, experiences and connections that will be an asset at any career stage. New IWPA members are particularly encouraged to get acquainted with everyone and everything membership has to offer. \nDinner is on us! \nRSVPs accepted by emailing IWPA1885@gmail.com. Include your names and those of your guests. Please reserve your place by Friday\, April 12th. URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/april-networking-event/ LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, 4201 W Irving Park Rd #202\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190317T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190317T130000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20190303T211851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190303T212351Z UID:12791-1552820400-1552827600@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Winter Loop Tour DESCRIPTION:IWPA members\, non-members and guests are invited to join us as we venture out into the Windy City to explore the Loop during the winter! We will spend half of the time outdoors looking up at skyscrapers and the other half will be spent inside exquisite public buildings and lobbies. \nDefined by the elevated train lines that form a circuit in the heart of the city\, the Loop is Chicago’s downtown area and commercial core\, home to big names such as Boeing and IBM. But\, it’s so much more. The Loop contains the largest concentration of skyscrapers\, including the tallest in the United States (not counting spires) and it is effectively a living architectural museum\, with a large range of architectural styles\, from Victorian to post-modern\, many with grand interior spaces. \nWe’ll learn about how the Great Fire of 1871 started\, and marvel at the modern city that rose upon the ashes of that disaster. Be sure to bundle up! \nWe will meet at Inside Block 37 Mall by the Hot Tix booth inside next to the Magnolia Bakery. \nMembers may reserve their spot for just $10. Non-members are welcome for $12. Click the PayPal link below to purchase your tickets by Thursday\, May 14. No day-of sales.  \n  \n\n\n \n\n\nExplore the Windy City’s Loop\, Mar. 17\n\n\n1- Member Attendee $10.00 USD1- Non-Member Attendee $12.00 USD URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/winter-loop-tour/ LOCATION:Block 37 Mall by the Hot Tix Booth\, 1 W Randolph St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181109T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181109T210000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20180906T230518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181109T220256Z UID:12677-1541790000-1541797200@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:First Amendment Network (FAN): Communicating Effectively Through Disagreement DESCRIPTION:In a highly divisive sociopolitical era\, it’s important to be able to communicate across ideological and cultural lines\, This workshop\, led by expert \nNikki NiglWomen’s Advocate. EmpowHERment Coach \nNikki Nigl (rhymes with “eagle”)\, is focused on engaging those you disagree with in a professional manner that makes an impact. Complimentary refreshments will be provided (while they last). \n\n\nTickets can be purchased at the door for $15. You won’t want to miss this lively and interactive workshop! \nAbout Nikki Nigl:\nPossessed by her Midwest sensibility\, West Coast calm and East Coast edge\, Nikki has dedicated her life to motivating the masses with a no-nonsense but understanding approach. She’s qualified as a Public Speaking Instructor\, Accountability Coach\, Relationship Guru\, Women’s EmpowHERment Coach\, Life Manager\, and overall cheerleader. Nikki says simply: “I will make your life better and easier.” And probably more fun. URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/first-amendment-network-fan-communicating-effectively-through-disagreement/ LOCATION:Bubbles Academy\, 2184 N Elston Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614 ORGANIZER;CN="Unnamed Organizer":MAILTO:IWPA1885@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T130000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20181003T105037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181018T224420Z UID:12688-1540033200-1540040400@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Gold Coast Literary Walking Tour with the Chicago Literary Hall of Fame DESCRIPTION:In its heyday\, when debates raged in Bughouse Square and ideas bounced about the Dil Pickle Club\, Chicago’sGold Coast featured a wide array of \nNewberry Library \nvibrant\, joyous\, and culturally significant literary spots. Even today\, the Gold Coast is home to a variety of world class literary institutions\, including the Poetry Foundation and Newberry Library. As we visit these places\, we’ll discuss their history and significance\, while meandering through stretches that include other interesting literary sites\, such as the former location of the Playboy mansion. URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/gold-coast-literary-walking-tour/ LOCATION:Newberry Library\, 80 W Walton Street\, Chicago\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180414T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180414T203000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20171211T170051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T225137Z UID:12453-1523728800-1523737800@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:IWPA and CWIP Networking & Membership Event at Pinot's Palette DESCRIPTION:Join members of Illinois Woman’s Press Association and Chicago Women in Publishing (CWIP) for an unforgettable evening of networking\, food\, drink\, fun and painting! \nUnwind with friends\, colleagues and make new connections over pizza\, snacks and your favorite beverage – while a local artist guides you through painting your own masterpiece. \nYour ticket to this one-of-a-kind mixer includes: \n\nCanvas and painting supplies\nA light dinner\nOne free drink ticket (full cash bar available)\nOne complimentary raffle ticket\, for your chance to win one of two gift baskets!\n\nAdditional raffle tickets will be on sale at the event: 1 ticket for $2\, or 3 for $5. \n  URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/iwpa-and-cwip-networking-membership-event/ LOCATION:Pinot’s Palette\, 2768 N Milwaukee Ave\, Chicago\, 60647 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180324T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180324T133000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20180205T134741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180319T195504Z UID:12468-1521891000-1521898200@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio Guided Interior Tour DESCRIPTION:In 1889\, world-renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright completed the construction of a small two-story residence in Oak Park on the Western edges of Chicago. The building was the first over which Wright exerted complete artistic control. Designed as a home for his family\, the Oak Park residence was a site of experimentation for the young architect during the twenty-year period he lived there. Wright revised the design of the building multiple times\, continually refining ideas that would shape his work for decades to come. \nJoin IWPA members and guests on a guided group tour of this important creative and cultural landmark. \nTicket sales are now closed. We’ll see you Saturday! URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/frank-lloyd-wright-home-studio-guided-interior-tour/ LOCATION:Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio\, 951 Chicago Avenue\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60302 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171021T084500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171021T120000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20171007T152419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171007T152419Z UID:12430-1508575500-1508587200@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:American Association of University Women (AAUW) Fall Conference DESCRIPTION:Join members of Illinois Woman’s Press Association and the AAUW for a light breakfast and a morning of diverse educational content\, featuring our Immediate Past President and Digital Marketing Chair\, Becky Sarwate. As a demonstrator at the January 21\, 2017 Chicago Women’s March and a prolific writer around intersectional women’s issues in media\, politics and socioeconomics\, Becky will share her insights about the March’s impact then\, now and going forward. A full conference agenda appears below: \n\n\nMission-based local AAUW Grant Recipients: \n\n\nViola Project – Sustaining Our Impact: After School Programs in Under-Served Communities.    Using the works of William Shakespeare\, The Viola Project unites and empowers girls from diverse backgrounds so they may grow up to be whoever they want to be… even Hamlet. \n\n\nHEART Women & Girls – Removing Roadblocks: Building Victim-Centric Spaces for Muslim Survivors of Sexual Assault \nLadies of Virtue (LOV) – empowers girls\, ages 9 to 18\, to become confident and purpose-driven leaders through passionate mentoring\, exposure to unique opportunities\, career exploration\, and youth-led service learning projects.\nGain Insights on what has happened to important AAUW issues in the past year and what could happen next:\n\n\n\nChicago Woman’s March – 9 months later – from Becky Sarwate – a multi-award winning political columnist\, who’s written extensively about women’s issues. \n\n\nNevertheless\, she persisted – featuring IL State Senator Linda Homes & IL State Representative Stephanie Kifowit URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/american-association-of-university-women-aauw-fall-conference/ LOCATION:IIT Wheaton Campus\, 201 E Loop Road\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60189\, United States CATEGORIES:Friend of IWPA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170923T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170923T133000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20170815T160605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170815T160905Z UID:12387-1506166200-1506173400@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:American Writers Museum Guided Tour DESCRIPTION:The mission of the American Writers Museum is to engage the public in celebrating American writers and exploring their influence on our history\, our identity\, our culture\, and our daily lives. \nThe American Writers Museum strives to: \n\nEducate the public about American writers – past and present\nEngage visitors to the Museum in exploring the many exciting worlds created by the spoken and written word\nEnrich and deepen appreciation for good writing in all its forms\nMotivate visitors to discover\, or rediscover\, a love of reading and writing\nInspire the young writers of tomorrow\n\nJoin fellow IWPA members and guests for a special discounted group tour. A expert guide will take us through innovative and dynamic state-of-the-art exhibitions that celebrate the rich history of communication. \nPlease click one of the PayPal links below to purchase your ticket by Monday\, September 18. Those who purchase student or senior tickets must provide valid identification on the day of the tour. \n\n \n\n\n\nAmerican Writers Museum Tour\n\n\nAdult Attendee $9.00 USDSenior Attendee $8.00 USDStudent Attendee $6.00 USD URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/american-writers-museum-guided-tour/ LOCATION:American Writers Museum\, 180 N Michigan Ave\, Second Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170920T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170920T203000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20170816T184538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170816T184538Z UID:12390-1505930400-1505939400@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Chicago Women in Publishing's Fall Kickoff DESCRIPTION:Illinois Woman’s Press Association is proud to participate in Chicago Women in Publishing’s annual Fall Kickoff event to celebrate the beginning of CWIP’s 2017/2018 programming year. Our sister organization is pleased to welcome memoirist Jian Ping\, also know as Jennifer Kwong\, as the event’s keynote speaker. \nJian Ping is the author of Mulberry Child: A Memoir of China (2008). It tells the story of her coming of age and her family’s struggle during China’s Cultural Revolution. In 2011\, the book was adapted into an award-winning documentary film\, which was broadcasted nationally on PBS for three consecutive years. \nEach attendee receives a drink ticket along with one raffle ticket to win a one-year CWIP membership or any of the many other prizes available. Food will also be provided. Additional raffle tickets will be on sale during the event until the drawing at 8:00 p.m. \nQuestions regarding the event? Contact programs@cwip.org. \nClick here to register. \nEarly Bird Registration is valid through August 24*\nCWIP Professional Members Early Bird: $20.00\nNonmembers Early Bird: $30.00\nCWIP Student and Senior Members Early Bird: $20.00 \n*Registration rates after August 24: CWIP Members $25.00; Nonmembers $35.00. URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/chicago-women-in-publishings-fall-kickoff/ LOCATION:U.S. Bank Building\, 40th floor\, 190 S. LaSalle St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60603 CATEGORIES:Friend of IWPA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170513T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170513T140000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20150114T064057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170511T161909Z UID:11632-1494673200-1494684000@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:76th Mate E. Palmer Communications Contest Awards Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Communicators\, friends and members of the public are welcome to join the Illinois Woman’s Press Association for its 76th Annual Mate E Palmer Professional Communications Contest Award Luncheon. \nEnjoy a fabulous four-course meal at Zia’s Lago Vista on Chicago’s North Side as we honor: \n* Professional & High School Contest Winners\n* The Communicator of Achievement for 2017\, Randy Richardson\n* The Silver Feather Award Recipient\, Tim Libretti \nFeaturing Keynote Speaker Sarah Jindra! \nJindra has been helping drivers get to and from work since 2008\, when she first started reporting traffic in Chicago. She currently reports on transportation issues\, traffic and breaking news for the WGN-TV Evening News from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. from the ground and Skycam9. \nPrior to joining WGN/CLTV in August 2012\, she was a traffic reporter for Chicago Public Radio and WMAQ-TV. Before getting into traffic reporting\, Sarah was a general assignment news reporter for WCIA-TV in Champaign. \nA native of the Chicago area\, Sarah grew up in Westmont. She received a B.S. in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign and a M.S. in Broadcast Journalism from Syracuse University. \nWe look forward to celebrating Illinois’ preeminent student and professional communicators with you! URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/save-the-date-76th-mate-e-palmer-communications-awards-130th-anniversary-celebration/ LOCATION:Zia’s Lago Vista\, 3819 N. Ashland\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170511T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170511T193000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20170308T235302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170308T235420Z UID:12250-1494522000-1494531000@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:IWPA Member & Tribune Literary Critic Fanny Butcher's CLHOF Induction DESCRIPTION:Illinois Woman’s Press Association is a proud sponsor of this event\, celebrating one of our historically notable members. Click here to access our Wikipedia page for Fanny’s IWPA story. \nFanny Butcher: (September 13\, 1888 – May 1887)\, for four decades a writer and critic for the Chicago Tribune\, will be inducted into the Chicago Literary Hall of Fame on May 11\, 2017 at Newberry Library‘s Ruggles Hall. Liesl\, Olson will give the keynote presentation\, and John Bokum will accept the award on his aunt’s behalf. Elizabeth Taylor\, Linda Bubon\, IWPA’s Historian and Archivist Marianne Wolf-Astrauskas\, Toni Nealie and Emily Victorson will also give tributes. \nGuests are encouraged to arrive an hour before the program start for refreshments and a chance to view the Butcher exhibit (including highlights from the Fanny Butcher Papers). Co-sponsors for the event include the Chicago Literary Hall of Fame\, Newberry Library\, The Guild Literary Complex\, Chicago Writers Association. \n\nButcher moved to Chicago as a child and graduated from the University of Chicago. Throughout her career at the Tribune\, she worked as a society editor\, club editor\, crime reporter\, and fashion editor. She was also a praised book reviewer\, and published her memoir Many Lives\, One Love in 1971. \nThis event is FREE for all to attend. URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/iwpa-member-tribune-literary-critic-fanny-butchers-clhof-induction/ LOCATION:Newberry Library’s Ruggles Hall\, 60 West Walton Street\, Chicago\, IL END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170408T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170408T143000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20161006T192451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170331T015017Z UID:12184-1491654600-1491661800@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:First Amendment Network Event: Protected Speech in the Trump Era DESCRIPTION:The 45th President of the United States has articulated a narrow interpretation of the First Amendment that includes stricter limits on press freedom and harsh penalties for civil disobedience. While some journalists predict the next four years will be “a new low in American democracy” when it comes to freedom of\, and respect for a strong\, independent “fourth branch” of the government\, what are the real implications for 1A in the Trump era? \nAt the same time\, traditional notions about the press’ role are being challenged by the proliferation of “news” on the social media networks that Americans increasingly use as a primary source of information.  Un-curated and free from the restrictions imposed by conventional publishers\, this new type of speech creates unique challenges for established 1A standards. \nWhat does the First Amendment look like in the emerging post-election world? Attorney\, professor\, writer\, consultant and IWPA’s First Amendment Network Contact Kate Danna will lead members\, students and guests in an important discussion of the issues. A graduate of Georgetown University and Saint Louis University School of Law\, Kate was a law clerk to legendary federal judge James Moran before practicing as a litigator and appellate attorney in Chicago for 10 years.  A life-long student of our constitutional system\, Kate has a passion for the amazing experiment that is American government and the importance of our civil liberties. \nPlease join us for this FREE event. Email your RSVP by Monday\, April 3 to IWPA1885@gmail.com. URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/save-the-date-iwpas-first-amendment-network-event/ LOCATION:Sulzer Regional Library\, 4455 N Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170318T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170318T210000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20150209T021047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170105T000940Z UID:11662-1489860000-1489870800@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:You're Invited to IWPA's Annual Networking Event! DESCRIPTION:You know it\, you love it and it’s back by popular demand! \nThe IWPA invites you to bring some business cards and a guest to our annual networking event. Are you a writer\, journalist\, photographer\, graphic designer or any other type of creative looking for community? Are you in the full-time job or freelance market? Want to expand your network without logging into a computer? This is the place for you! \nIllinois Woman’s Press Association is full of extraordinary and talented people with stories\, experiences and connections that will be an asset at any career stage. New IWPA members are particularly encouraged to get acquainted with everyone and everything membership has to offer. \nHosted by longtime Illinois Woman’s Press Association member Marlene Cook at her home in Lansing\, IL. Dinner is on us! Beverages – adult and otherwise – are BYOB. \nRSVPs accepted by emailing IWPA1885@gmail.com. Please reserve your place by Friday\, March 17th. \n  URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/iwpas-free-annual-networking-event/ LOCATION:Marlene Cook’s Home\, 18154 State Line Ave\, Lansing\, IL\, 60438 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170118T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170118T200000 DTSTAMP:20260716T112739 CREATED:20170105T150239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170105T150239Z UID:12220-1484760600-1484769600@www.iwpa.org SUMMARY:Chicago Women in Publishing (CWIP): Manuscript Editing DESCRIPTION:Chicago Women in Publishing (CWIP) Educational Event: Manuscript Editing   \n Join Chicago Women in Publishing on January 18 for the nonprofit’s first educational event of the calendar year. Led by CWIP’s current president and vice president\, the program will delve into a topic vital to the publishing industry: manuscript editing. \nEditing has tremendous impact on a book’s quality and marketability. With the ultimate goal of helping the author create a compelling\, top-notch book that appeals to the target audience\, a good editor is invisible in the end product. If you are an editor or author who wants to learn more about the different types of manuscript editing and the differences between developmental editing for fiction versus nonfiction manuscripts\, then this CWIP educational event is for you. \nPast CWIP president and copy editor Kim Bookless will explain the various types of editing and the importance of a good author-editor relationship. Current CWIP President Jill Welsh\, a developmental editor and writing coach\, will discuss nonfiction and fiction manuscript evaluations\, as well as developmental editing\, and focus on those elements unique to each form. \nWhen: \nWednesday\, January 18 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. \nThe evening will begin with networking at 5:30 p.m. in the Library\, continue with the main presentation at 6:30 p.m.\, and conclude with a Q&A. Informal networking\, called CWIP AFTER DARK\, follows the educational portion of the program. \nRegistration: \nRegister online here.\nBy mail: Send a check payable to CWIP to P.O. Box 268107\, Chicago\, IL 60626\nBy phone at 773.508.0351\n \nWhere: \nU.S. Bank Building (40th floor)\n190 S. LaSalle St.\, Chicago\, IL 60603\nDiscounted nearby parking is available through SpotHero or ParkWhiz. \nPublic Transportation: \nNear Metra’s Union Station and Quincy & Wells orange/pink lines \nCost: \n$25\nPricing is an additional $5 at the door. \nFor more information about Chicago Women in Publishing (CWIP)\, visit www.cwip.org \n  URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/chicago-women-in-publishing-cwip-manuscript-editing/ LOCATION:U.S. Bank Building\, 190 S LaSalle Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60603 CATEGORIES:Friend of IWPA END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR