Join us for the Women of Appalachia Project’s 14th Annual Women’s Speak, a presentation of story, poetry and song showcasing women artists from throughout the Appalachian region.
Women participating in the project are: Weatherford Award winners, state and municipal Poet Laureates, Pushcart Prize and Best of the Net awardees and nominees, a PRINDI Award winner, and authors of acclaimed books.
Join us for our next Dinner on the Grounds with Mackenzie New Walker, a southern West Virginian who who grew up as the daughter, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter of union coal miners, and is a proud associate member of the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA). She is currently the Executive Director for the West Virginia Mine Wars Museum.
Lunch will be provided. This event is free and open to the public.
A series of writing workshops, readings, and discussions with authors Lisa Kwong, Michael Croley, and Neema Avashia. This free event is open to all and will take place in the Appalachian Center. No need to RSVP. Just show up ready to learn! See full schedule below.
6:00-7:30 PM
Reading and book discussion with Lisa Kwong and and Michael Croley.
10:00- 11:00 AM
Writing Workshop with Michael Croley
11:00-12:00 AM
Writing Workshop with Lisa Kwong
1:00-2:00 PM
Public Conversation: Silas House interviews Michael Croley, Lisa Kwong, and Neema Avashia about their books, what it means to be Asian in Appalachia and America, and more. (Note: Avashia will be appearing via Zoom)
6:00-7:00 PM
Via ZOOM: Neema Avashia reads from and discusses her book, Another Appal
