Did you know? Before schools were integrated in Alachua County, Black teachers taught from two books… the official book sanctioned by the school board, and the other book, teaching the truth about Black history. Writers may take advantage of a free educational opportunity about Black history that begins in January. … Read More
External influences and stressors can feel overwhelming. The daily demands from work, family, and finances are weighty enough, and we’re also bombarded with media, from news to advertisements and even entertainment. Is it even possible to maintain an optimistic outlook? The answer is yes! You can learn to improve any … Read More
Jolene MacFadden Join WAG's Marketing Coalition via Zoom at 10:00 a.m. on January 20. Jolene MacFadden will lead a discussion on Substack, a powerful platform for published authors to expand their readership and build deeper connections with their audiences. By creating a newsletter, authors can share exclusive content—behind-the-scenes insights, serialized … Read More
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Dr. Courtney Taylor and Karen Kirkman will speak on "Enslavement in Alachua County" at the Haile Homestead on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 10 a.m. to noon. This is one of four programs in the lecture series "The Other Book: Black History in Alachua County." According to Mainstreet Daily News, … Read More
Writers’ Talks at the Rawlings House to Feature Marisella Veiga Marisella Veiga, author of Famous Florida Recipes—Centuries of Good Eating in the Sunshine State, Second edition, presents: "Recipe for Becoming a Floridian." It’s back—Lowis Carlton’s classic and much-cherished cookbook with iconic recipes from the Keys to the Panhandle now fully … Read More
Guest speaker Dina Smith, a licensed mental health professional, will describe how the Enneagram can benefit writers and other creatives. She believes clarity can be empowering—and the Enneagram is the GPS that gets you there. She says the Enneagram can be a powerful tool for writers in several ways, helping … Read More
