About WVW
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Wallkill Valley Writers provides everyone with the desire to write, whether you are experienced or a beginner, a safe, respectful environment where writing can develop as your art.

A writer is someone who writes.  -- William Stafford

 
Workshop Guidelines PDF Print E-mail
WVW workshops follow practice developed by Pat Schneider, Founder and Director Emeritus, Amherst Writers and Artists.
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Workshops and Retreats PDF Print E-mail
Wallkill Valley Writers offers a variety of opportunities for writers, or individuals who wish to develop a writing practice, to write in community with others. You may choose from:

Weekly workshop Meetings

Full Day Workshops (Write Saturdays)

Three Day Retreats

Specialized Workshops: Women Writing across Race

Individual Conferences

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Guiding Principles PDF Print E-mail
WVW workshops follow the principles developed by Pat Schneider, Amherst Writers and Artists:
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Workshop Leader PDF Print E-mail
Kate Hymes, a poet and educator, lives in New Paltz, New York.  She has over twenty years teaching experience at local colleges and community colleges, and over ten years leading workshops for people who want to or do make writing their art.
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