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SUMMARY:Science and Engineering with Dr. Kevin Winstead
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Kevin Winstead will be the speaker at the February program of “The Other Book” series\, Part II\, being held at the Matheson History Museum in downtown Gainesville (see address below). There’s one program each month through April\, 2026. For information on all programs\, click on “The Other Book.” \nAs the series flyer explains\, “Before schools were integrated\, Black teachers taught from two books; the official government sanctioned books and ‘The Other Book’ written by Black authors about the realities of the Black experience.” \nControversial new standards for teaching Black history in Florida’s public schools were approved in 2023. In response to this change\, Florida Education Association President Andrew Spar stated: \n“How can our students ever be equipped for the future if they don’t have a full\, honest picture of where we’ve come from? Florida’s students deserve a world-class education that equips them to be successful adults who can help heal our nation’s divisions rather than deepen them.” \nWriters are encouraged to take advantage of this free educational opportunity about Black history. The lectures are free\, although a donation of $5 per class is appreciated. Registering is suggested but not required. To register\, go to this site: The Other Book. \nSeveral WAG members attended the Part I lectures last year\, held at four different locations: the Harn Museum\, City Hall\, Haile Plantation Homestead\, and the Cotton Club. WAG member Michelle Dunlap was a featured speaker at City Hall\, and WAG member Kathy Dobronyi\, a retired history teacher\, praised series\, saying\,”It humanize history.” \n  \n 
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/science-and-engineering-with-dr-kevin-winstead/
LOCATION:Matheson History Museum\, 513 E University Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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SUMMARY:Ins & Outs of Getting Your Book in Audio
DESCRIPTION:A dynamic presentation by Scott Ellis of Ellis-Audiobooks\nEllis will address the ins and outs of audiobook production—everything from understanding the different platforms and payment lingo to the narrator/author responsibilities and expectations. He will provide details to help authors think through all options of putting their stories in audio. \nEllis is a two-time Audiobook of the Year award-winning narrator with over 100 audiobooks recorded and 250 audiobooks produced. He holds degrees in theatre and education. He spent nearly 30 years teaching middle school literature and serving as an elementary school librarian—perfect training for character voices\, managing chaos and surviving on caffeine and patience. This classroom experience honed his storytelling skills\, pacing\, and sense of dramatic timing. \nScott owns Ellis-Audiobooks with his wife\, Josie. They live in Western Massachusetts and when not behind the mic and managing the business\, they enjoy all things outdoors\, especially escaping to Sanibel Island during the winter months. \nCheck out these awards: \n\nCo-Narrator and Producer of Skull’s Vengeance – 2024 Audiobook of the Year for Fantasy\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProducer of Magda\, Standing – IBPA 2024 Gold Medal Winner Young Adult Fiction Audiobook of the Year\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNarrator of Puck and Minnie: All That Is – 2021 Young Adult Fiction Audiobook of the Year\n\n 
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/ins-outs-of-getting-your-book-in-audio/
LOCATION:Millhopper Branch\, Alachua County Libraries\, 3145 NW 43rd St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Writing and Character Development
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at 2:30 p.m. on January 11 at the Millhopper Branch of Alachua County Library when Michelle Dunlap will share what she has learned about trauma-informed writing to help create characters with greater depth and complexity. Dunlap is the author or co-editor of five books and dozens of published articles and essays. She also is a sensitivity editor and writing coach. She draws on her multicultural and other relevant life experiences in her teaching\, storytelling\, and workshops. \nWhen we write about characters in fiction or non-fiction\, how do we present them as whole people? It’s fairly easy to totally demonize or idealize characters\, but we can lose a character’s breadth when we do that. \n“Consider the trauma a person may have endured and the impact trauma can have on an individual\,” Dunlap says\, “to help create fuller characters—characters who are not all-good or all-bad\, but complex humans—a mixture.” \nDunlap was born and raised in Detroit\, Michigan. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree with honors in psychology from Wayne State University and a master’s in social psychology and a PhD in social psychology from the University of Florida. She is Emeritus Professor of Human Development\, Connecticut College\, where she taught for 28 years (1994-2022). For further details about her\, see https://drmichelleteaches.com/. \nShe currently serves as WAG’s program coordinator and has brought many interesting programs and speakers to WAG. Her own talk last year\, “How to Fit Writing into a Vibrant Life (without going bananas)\,” was inspirational and fun. So\, you won’t want to miss this one. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/trauma-informed-writing-and-character-development/
LOCATION:Millhopper Branch\, Alachua County Libraries\, 3145 NW 43rd St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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SUMMARY:Art and Culture in "The Other Book" Series
DESCRIPTION:“The Other Book” series\, Part II\, will be held at the Matheson History Museum\, beginning on Saturday\, January 10\, 2026. \nThere will be four lectures\, one per month. For information on all programs\, which extend through April 2026\, click on this link: “The Other Book.” \nThe first lecture\, Arts and Culture\, will be presented by Dr. Ryan Travis. All programs are free and open to the public\, but please scan the QR code in the image below right to register for the Arts and Culture lecture. \n \nAs the series flyer explains\, “Before schools were integrated\, Black teachers taught from two books; the official government sanctioned books and ‘The Other Book’ written by Black authors about the realities of the Black experience.” \nControversial new standards for teaching Black history in Florida’s public schools were approved in 2023. In response to this change\, Florida Education Association President Andrew Spar stated: \n“How can our students ever be equipped for the future if they don’t have a full\, honest picture of where we’ve come from? Florida’s students deserve a world-class education that equips them to be successful adults who can help heal our nation’s divisions rather than deepen them.” \nWriters are encouraged to take advantage of this free educational opportunity about Black history. The courses are free\, although a donation of $5 per class is appreciated. Registering is suggested but not required. \nLast year’s lectures (Part I) were held at four different locations: the Harn Museum\, City Hall\, Haile Plantation Homestead\, and the Cotton Club. WAG member Michelle Dunlap was a featured speaker at City Hall. Several WAG members attended the various lectures. WAG member Kathy Dobronyi\, a retired history teacher\, praised “The Other Book” series because of its ability to humanize history. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/art-and-culture-in-the-other-book-series/
LOCATION:Matheson History Museum\, 513 E University Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T110000
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SUMMARY:Amazon Ads for Your Books
DESCRIPTION:Marketing Coalition Meeting: Amazon Ads for Your Books\nAds on Amazon link directly to the sales page for a book.\nFor December\, the Marketing Coalition will explain the different types of ads offered by Amazon\, how to set them up\, and how to measure cost and effectiveness. All WAG members are welcome.\nThe Marketing Coalition meets on the third Monday of each month. The Zoom link is always the same: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81913659127?pwd=a1hTQWl1WVphTUxBOWdVWE9oV2ljQT09 \nMeeting ID: 819 1365 9127 \nPasscode: 119030 \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/amazon-ads-for-your-books/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T163000
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SUMMARY:2025 Bacopa Literary Review - Debut
DESCRIPTION:  \nWAG’s program on Sunday\, December 14\, will feature the 2025 Bacopa Literary Review. \nMany of the prize-winning pieces (see below) will be read. WAG members with works published in this journal will also be invited to read. \nThe Bacopa editorial board expects to have physical copies of the journal available (WAG members get a free copy!)\, and we will celebrate with refreshments. \nThose unable to attend may wish to watch the program on Zoom. If you do that\, please mute yourself so that any noise on your end will not disrupt the program. The Zoom link is shown below this article. \n2025 Prize Winners\nFICTION \nAward: “Downpour” by Terry Sanville \nHonorable Mention: “Knot” by Abhishek Sengupta \nBest of WAG: “God and His Dog” by Bonnie T. Ogle \nCREATIVE NONFICTION \nAward: “Footsteps” by Joe Marshall \nHonorable Mention: “Never Home in No Man’s Land” by Jenn Yee \nBest of WAG: “Mam Exam” by Charlotte M. Porter \nFORMAL POETRY \nAward: “Real Spanish” by C. J. Grandorff \nHon. Mention: “Ty-Phoo” by Dion O’Reilly \nFREE VERSE POETRY \nAward: “Blanca” by Ines Bellina \nHonorable Mention: “Isabelline and Beige” by Toni Holland \nBest of WAG: “At The Gallery & Everywhere\, She Talks with Her Hands” by Aliesa Zoecklein \nVISUAL POETRY \nAward: “The Ruckle” by S.D. Dillon \nHonorable Mention: “My Mother’s Music” by J. Nishida \nBest of WAG: “My Mother’s Music” by J. Nishida \n\nZoom link (don’t forget to mute your mic):\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89973131287?pwd=UWc4WXRaaDl0OWVQWmgwbTBiNHdVQT09 \nMeeting ID: 899 7313 1287 \nPassword: 316819
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/2025-bacopa-literary-review-debut/
LOCATION:Millhopper Branch\, Alachua County Libraries\, 3145 NW 43rd St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T110000
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SUMMARY:Preparing for Book Festivals as a Vendor
DESCRIPTION:Description: \nThis session will guide you on how to prepare for a book festival\, from setting up a booth to engaging festival-goers and making sales. \nKey Points: \n\nWhat to include in your festival booth setup.\nEngaging with attendees: pitches\, signing\, and giveaways.\nBest practices for marketing before\, during\, and after the festival.\nHow to network with other authors and publishers at events.\nTips for standing out in a crowded festival environment.
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/preparing-for-book-festivals-as-a-vendor/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T163000
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CREATED:20250819T102102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T002113Z
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SUMMARY:Readings by WAG Members
DESCRIPTION:Join us for readings\, fellowship\, and refreshments at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday\, November 9\, 2025\, at the Millhopper Library. \nWAG members who wish to read should contact our WAG Digest Editor Wendy Thornton. Please keep in mind that while WAG supports all writing\, we’re also a federal and state non-profit — and our events are open to the public. Therefore\, Wendy will review your 5-7 minute reading in advance for approval along the criteria of suitability for all ages. Thanks\, and we look forward to receiving your reading submissions! \nMembers: The piece you wish to read must be in Wendy’s hands by October 23.  \nSince this event comes just before Thanksgiving\, we are likely to hear some stories about Thanksgiving celebrations or expressions of gratitude. \nIn previous years\, we held the Bacopa debut in November and readings in December\, but this year these events are being switched. Both events are being held at the Millhopper Library.
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/readings-by-wag-members/
LOCATION:Millhopper Branch\, Alachua County Libraries\, 3145 NW 43rd St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Readings,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T155725Z
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SUMMARY:Writers Talks Resume at MKR State Park
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/writers-talks-resume-at-mkr-state-park/
LOCATION:Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park\, 18700 S CR 325\, Cross Creek\, FL\, 32640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T040746
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SUMMARY:Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Join other WAG members on Thursday\, Oct. 23\, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Meet & Greet social outside Curia on the Drag. \nThere are tables and chairs\, but you might take along a folding chair just in case. Also\, we will have a book exchange. Take any book(s) you’d like to give away and find one to take home. Get to know fellow WAG members and welcome potential members. \nThe address is 2029 NW 6th Street\, Gainesville\, FL. Click on the Google map below. \nNo reservations are needed. Just show up.
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/meet-greet-5/
LOCATION:Curia on thd Drag\, 2029 NW 6th Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32609\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260514T040746
CREATED:20250716T203431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T180851Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing Coalition Meeting: Effective Social Media Strategies for Authors
DESCRIPTION:  \nEffective Social Media Strategies for Authors \nDescription: \nLearn how to build your brand on social media platforms\, create engaging content\, and convert followers into readers. \nKey Points: \n\nChoosing the right social media platforms for your audience.\nHow to post consistently without burnout (content batching\, scheduling tools).\nEngagement strategies: polls\, questions\, and direct interaction.\nUsing visuals (graphics\, book covers\, behind-the-scenes) to attract followers.\nCollaborating with other authors\, bloggers\, or influencers.\n\nThe Marketing Coalition meets on the third Monday of each month. The Zoom link is always the same: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81913659127?pwd=a1hTQWl1WVphTUxBOWdVWE9oV2ljQT09 \nMeeting ID: 819 1365 9127 \nPasscode: 119030 \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/marketing-coalition-meeting-how-to-attract-a-literary-agent/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing,WAG Members Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T040746
CREATED:20250728T015336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T005414Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Techniques for Writers: A Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Pamela Cappetta\, Ed.D\, a licensed professional counselor and mindfulness teacher\, is excited to lead an experiential workshop designed to enhance your creativity\, confidence\, and creative writing through mindfulness practices. This presentation will be held at the Millhopper Library at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday\, October 12\, 2025. \nIn this workshop\, you will be introduced to the art of paying attention on purpose by setting your intention\, attitude\, and attention. We will explore how to move toward more gentleness in your writing experiences\, potentially opening new paths when you feel blocked in your writing. Additionally\, these practices can aid in focusing on character development. Through an awareness of noticing your five senses\, it is possible to have new ideas concerning set and setting in your writing. \nPlease bring your journal or notebook and prepare to immerse yourself in actual mindfulness practices. This workshop aims to inspire and connect writers of all levels within the writing community. \nKey Takeaways for Participants: \nHere are the essential insights and benefits you can expect to gain from our mindfulness practices: \n\nEnhanced Creativity: Learn how mindfulness practices can unlock new paths and ideas in your writing\, especially when you feel blocked.\nImproved Confidence: Gain confidence in your writing through mindfulness techniques that promote gentleness and self-awareness.\nCharacter Development: Discover how mindfulness can aid in focusing on character development and bring depth to your writing.\nExperiential Learning: Experience actual mindfulness practices that can be applied to your writing process.\nSensory Awareness: Understand how noticing your five senses can lead to new ideas concerning set and setting in your writing.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor the past 12 years\, Cappetta has taught mindfulness to children\, young adults\, teachers\, therapists\, lawyers\, parents\, social workers\, addiction therapists\, patients with chronic pain including folks with neurological deficits\, and private psychotherapy clients. \nHer book\, Mindful Moments with Maude\, published in 2022\, reflects her teachings in mindfulness for children. https://www.drpamm.com/ \n\nThe WAG board usually meets at 1:00 p.m. prior to the program. WAG members are welcome to attend board meetings but should contact WAG’s president in advance to confirm and request a copy of the agenda.
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/mindfulness-techniques-for-writers-a-workshop/
LOCATION:Millhopper Branch\, Alachua County Libraries\, 3145 NW 43rd St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T110000
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CREATED:20250914T210542Z
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SUMMARY:Writers: Build Your Newsletter & Grow Your Subscriber List
DESCRIPTION:Marketing Coalition Meeting – Come Join Us!\nIn this presentation\, we’ll discuss strategies to grow your newsletter subscriber list\, craft engaging emails\, and maintain regular contact with your readers. \nKey Points: \n\nThe importance of an email list for authors.\nHow to incentivize sign-ups (exclusive content\, free ebooks\, etc.).\nEffective newsletter formats and frequency.\nTools for managing newsletters (e.g.\, Mailchimp\, Substack).\nBest practices for growing a subscriber list.\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81913659127?pwd=a1hTQWl1WVphTUxBOWdVWE9oV2ljQT09 \nMeeting ID: 819 1365 9127 \nPasscode: 119030
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/writers-build-your-newsletter-grow-your-subscriber-list/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T040746
CREATED:20250718T024428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T005442Z
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SUMMARY:How to Fit Writing into a Vibrant Life (without going bananas)
DESCRIPTION:A Workshop\nDo you have major responsibilities? Perhaps you are raising children or grandchildren\, holding down multiple jobs\, caring for aging parents\, trying to make the world better through volunteerism\, or dealing with health issues that sap your strength. \nHow can we also fit productive writing into our lives? And meet deadlines? How can we do a good job of incorporating our writing without seeming rattled? How and when do we find time?  \nOn Sunday\, September 14\, let’s come together at the Millhopper branch of the Alachua County Library and figure it out. \nThis interactive workshop will offer strategies that writers and other creatives can use to write while juggling multiple roles. Participants should bring a notebook\, calendar\, and pen for sketching out a writing plan. \n\nThis session will be lead by WAG board member\, educator Michelle Dunlap\, who has never known a time when she wasn’t juggling multiple family\, work\, and community responsibilities. Yet\, she has managed to write a dissertation and 50 other published pieces. \nShe has authored two books\, and co-edited three others. She managed all this while a single parent raising two children\, caring for a terminally ill parent\, and holding major ministerial\, board\, and other service responsibilities within her community. \n“It was far from easy\,” she said\, but she had to find ways to get the writing done in order to achieve all of her goals. In this workshop she hopes her strategies will help you develop your own methods for consistently finding time to write. \n\n  \n\nThe WAG board usually meets at 1:00 p.m. prior to the program. WAG members are welcome to attend board meetings but should contact WAG’s president in advance to confirm and request a copy of the agenda.
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/how-to-fit-writing-into-a-vibrant-life-without-going-bananas/
LOCATION:Millhopper Library\, Meeting Room A\, 3145 NW 43rd St\,\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T160000
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SUMMARY:Your Road to Traditional Publishing
DESCRIPTION:Author Judith T. Fisher will be WAG’s guest speaker on Sunday\, August 10. Her presentation\, “Your road to securing an agent and a traditional publisher while avoiding pitfalls and scams\,” will begin at 2:30 p.m. in Room A of the Millhopper branch of the Alachua County Library. The discussion will include: \nAcquisition of agents \n\nquery letters\npress releases\nawards\, speaking engagements\, etc.\n\nPublisher’s Process \n\nsubmission acceptance calendar\nforms required\nsecure submission portals\n\nPitfalls and Scams \n\nthey won’t call you\nrepublishing scam\nhuge contract offers and the scams that go with them\n\nA journalism major\, Fisher first began writing a heartfelt blog to fill the time previously spent tending to her husband and two children. As she wrote and gained followers\, she decided to try pure fiction. She knew that women who grew up in her generation\, who struggled with fears\, questions\, and issues\, had no voice. They were silenced. She wanted to give a voice to those who still carry baggage\, coupled with shame\, embarrassment\, and skeletons that affect how they live their lives today. \nShe writes about experiences that affected her profoundly with the hope that her fictional protagonists’ successful solutions will give her readers encouragement. \nFour of her books are pictured in this article. Voices from the Ledge\, deals with social issues. A Life\, Well Lived is a fictional memoir. Okay\, So I Lied is about following your own bliss. Backfired is a study in unrequited love. Her most recent novel\, Two Lost Souls\, examines miscarriages and infertility. \nWith two grown children and six grandchildren\, Fisher currently resides in Central Florida with her husband and a four-legged “child\,” Mitzi.
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/your-road-to-traditional-publishing/
LOCATION:Millhopper Library\, Meeting Room A\, 3145 NW 43rd St\,\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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SUMMARY:U.S. History that All Writers Should Know - by Dr. Rik Stevenson
DESCRIPTION:WAG’s Sunday\, July 13\, program with Dr. Rik Stevenson is the perfect follow-up to our historical Fannie Lou Hamer presentation by Pamela D. Marshall and the WAG/GFAA “Hidden Histories” exhibit at the Gainesville Fine Art Association’s gallery. \nStevenson’s presentation will discuss the concept of the “Other Book” and underrepresented historical knowledge that\, when surfaced\, allows writers to engage in expanded and deeper research\, creating more accurate storytelling and writing. \nBefore schools were integrated\, Black teachers taught from two books: the official book sanctioned by the government and the “other book\,” which taught the truth about Black experiences and other untold accurate histories. Sometimes\, one must dig deeper and go to the source material to learn the truth of our shared pasts to make our writing stronger and more accurate. \nWithout accurate and accessible history\, our writing may lack the depth and authenticity that attracts a broader audience. Dr. Stevenson’s presentation will provide a few of his favorite research techniques and community engagement strategies for securing greater and more accurate historical and contemporary knowledge and awareness—methods that can create deeper understandings and compassions\, and thus more story depth\, for writers who envision the building of highly believable characters and plots with whom wide audiences want to engage. \nStevenson’s presentation will also provide a platform for writers\, authors\, and aspiring authors to raise questions about the awareness and interconnectedness of history\, culture\, and economics\, and how such awareness can bring greater depth to our characters\, character arcs\, plots\, etc. When writers leave this experience\, they will likely see a familiar world with new eyes\, awareness\, and understanding that can help them more deeply create and bring richer stories into shared futures. \nStevenson is a historian. He holds a PhD from Michigan State University in African American and African Studies. His research focus is the Middle Passage\, suicide\, and West and West Central African Cosmologies. He holds two Master’s degrees from Fuller Theological Seminary\, a Doctorate of Divinity in African American Church History. As a speaker\, he is highly sought after for his cultural competency\, knowledge\, and skills. He teaches courses in Black Theology and African American Church History. He’s an Assistant Instructional Professor at the University of Florida. As a certified scuba diver\, he has worked with Diving With A Purpose\, seeking insight on the Slave Ship Guerrero.
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/u-s-history-that-all-writers-should-know-by-dr-rik-stevenson/
LOCATION:Millhopper Library\, Meeting Room A\, 3145 NW 43rd St\,\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
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SUMMARY:8 Book-Writing Tips from an Award-Winning Novelist
DESCRIPTION:Richard Gartee is the author of 32 published books—eight of them fiction. \nOn Sunday\, June 8\, from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. at the Millhopper Library\, he will offer key tips for keeping readers entertained and engaged by sharing examples of these elements: \n\nShow\, Don’t Tell: Rather than telling readers how characters feel\, he will show how to reveal their emotions through actions and dialogue.\n Strong Voice and Tone: He will demonstrate how establishing a unique voice can draw readers in and create a distinct atmosphere.\nPoint of View: Maintain a single character’s point of view per scene and avoid the dreaded head hopping. This allows readers to identify with a character.\nUse of Dialogue: Dialogue can reveal character\, advance the plot\, and create tension. He will share dialog-heavy excerpts and demonstrate how to minimize over-use of speaker attributes.\nSetting as Character: A well-developed setting can enhance the story and serve as a backdrop for character development. Gartee will share a passage that vividly describes Gainesville\, making it feel alive and integral to the narrative.\nPacing and Structure: Varying sentence length and structure can control the story’s pace and keep readers engaged. Pacing shifts during a high-energy event build suspense or excitement.\n Humor and Wit: He will share a scenario to illustrate how humor can be woven into storytelling to make the read more enjoyable and relatable.\nEditing and Revision: He will emphasize the need for professional editing and share examples of developmental editing\, line editing\, and copy editing.\n\nThis program is free and open to the public. Come join us! \n 
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/book-writing-tips-from-an-award-winning-novelist/
LOCATION:Millhopper Branch\, Alachua County Libraries\, 3145 NW 43rd St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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SUMMARY:Dan Sharp: How to Write Fight Scenes
DESCRIPTION:Dan Sharp received the Outstanding Professor award at the University of Florida and has been to numerous countries around the world as an invited speaker. He is a member of WAG’s speakers bureau\, and on May 4\, he will present the program\, “How to Write Fight Scenes.” He will point out that conflict\, whether it involves fisticuffs or merely harsh words\, is a fork in the road for our characters\, and deserves careful attention to details. Sharp will provide insights into how a fight can develop and resources to improve our accuracy in describing them. He might even display or brandish some “weapons” but they will be fake and shown for demonstration purposes only. \nSharp is a research scientist by profession and a martial artist by avocation. He is also the author of hard-hitting action-adventure novels. His Mae Arnold —The Fifty-Niners is a historical thriller in which a young\, recently widowed\, woman seeks employment at Pinkerton’s Detective Agency in hopes of solving her husband’s grisly murder. Her first assignment pits her against a cold-hearted businessman who cancels people instead of their debts.  \nHe has always held an interest in brain function\, and through his studies\, it became clear to him that fear is a learned phenomenon and the ability to manage the fear reaction can be learned. The talk he gave to WAG a while back\, “12 Tips to Help You Beat the Public Speaking Jitters\,” was very well received. \nPlan to join us on May 4\, and in the meantime\, check out Sharp’s blog posts on his website\, https://dansharp-writer.com/fiction. \n 
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/dan-sharpe-how-to-write-fight-scenes/
LOCATION:Millhopper Branch\, Alachua County Libraries\, 3145 NW 43rd St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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SUMMARY:GFAA-WAG Collaborative Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:For several years\, the Writers Alliance of Gainesville (WAG) and the Gainesville Fine Arts Association (GFAA) have collaborated to produce an exhibition featuring both visual art and literary art.This year’s theme is “Hidden Histories.” Thirty GFAA artists created works of art\, and for each work\, a WAG member wrote a piece inspired by an artist’s work. The visual and written pieces will be featured together in an exhibition at the GFAA gallery from April 23 through May 24\, 2025. \nDates to remember:\n \n\n\n\n\nApril 23: Exhibition opens\n\nApril 25: Artwalk Reception for artists\, authors\, and the public\, 7:00-10:00 p.m.\nMay 10\, Artists/Writers Meet-up:\, 2:00-4:00 p.m.\nMay 24: Last day of exhibit\n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is funded in part by Visit Gainesville\, Alachua County.
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/gfaa-wag-collaboration-synergy/
LOCATION:Gainesville Fine Arts Association Gallery\, 1314 S. Main St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T150000
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SUMMARY:Bard & Broadside Festival & Poetry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:April is poetry month\, and WAG has teamed up with ARTSPEAKSgnv for our April program. \nOn Sunday\, April 13\, 2025\, WAG members and guests are invited to the Bard & Broadside Poetry Festival and Workshop at the Alachua County Library Headquarters. It will begin at 1:00 p.m. \nThere will be no April program at the Millhopper Library. \n The Bard and Broadside Poetry Festival and Workshop will feature Guest Poet Lola Haskins. \nHaskins has published fifteen books of poetry and three of prose. The most recent books of poems are Like Zeros\, Like Pearls\, (Charlotte Lit 2025)\, Homelight (Charlotte Lit 2023)—named Poetry Book of the Year by Southern Literary Review\, and Asylum (University of Pittsburgh\, 2019)—featured in the NYT Magazine. Past honors include the Iowa Poetry Prize\, two Florida Book Awards\, narrative poetry prizes from Southern Poetry Review and New England Poetry Review\, a Florida’s Eden prize for environmental writing\, and the Emily Dickinson prize from Poetry Society of America. She has served as Honorary Chancellor for the Florida State Poets Association since 2016. \nAdditionally\, enjoy a poetry reading at 4:00 p.m.. A book signing will follow.
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/bard-broadside-festival-poetry-workshop/
LOCATION:Alachua County Library Headquarters Downtown\, 401 E. University Ave.\, 4th Floor\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Civil Rights Era to the Present
DESCRIPTION:The fourth program in The Other Book series\, Civil Rights Era to the Present\, will be held on April 12\, 2025\, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Each program in this series has been held at a different location\, and this one will be at The Cotton Club\, 837 SE 7th Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL 32601. \nSponsored by the Alachua County Community Remembrance Project (ACCRP)\, the series was developed to help fill some of the gap left in Florida’s public education. This educational opportunity is especially valuable for those writing about history\, inequity\, and/or cross-cultural relationships within our country. \nSeveral WAG members have said they benefited from one or more of the first three programs: \n\nDispelling the Myths: Pre-Colonial Africa\, held in January at the Harn Art Museum\nEnslavement in Alachua County\, held in February at the Haile Homestead\nJim Crow in Alachua County\, held in March at the Alachua County Administration Building\n\n\n\nRegistering for the April program is suggested but is not required. All are invited to attend. The courses are offered free\, but donations are appreciated.
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/civil-rights-era-to-the-present/
LOCATION:The Cotton Club\, 837 SE 7th Avenue\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601
CATEGORIES:Programs,Speakers
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SUMMARY:Rawlings State Park: WAG VP Debbie Miller\, Raising Ricky
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URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/rawlings-state-park-wag-vp-debbie-miller-raising-ricky/
LOCATION:Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park\, 18700 S CR 325\, Cross Creek\, FL\, 32640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Book Signing
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T110000
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SUMMARY:Marketing Coalition: Navigating the World of Book Reviews
DESCRIPTION:At this months Marketing Coalition meeting via Zoom\, Jolene MacFadden will lead a discussion on Navigating the World of Book Reviews. \n\nWe’ll discuss how to get honest and impactful book reviews from readers and reviewers and how to use them effectively. \nKey Points to be covered: \n\nWhere to find book reviewers (Goodreads\, Bookstagram\, bloggers).\nHow to approach readers for reviews.\nResponding to reviews: handling negative vs. positive feedback.\nUsing reviews to build credibility and boost sales.\nThe importance of review aggregation sites (NetGalley\, Edelweiss\, Storygraph\, Goodreads).\n\n\nThe Marketing Coalition meets on the third Monday of each month. The Zoom link is always the same: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81913659127?pwd=a1hTQWl1WVphTUxBOWdVWE9oV2ljQT09 \nMeeting ID: 819 1365 9127 \nPasscode: 119030 \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/marketing-coalition-navigating-the-world-of-book-reviews/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T160000
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SUMMARY:11th Annual ARTSPEAKS: "Courageous Young Voices"
DESCRIPTION:The 11th Annual ARTSPEAKS: “Courageous Young Voices\,” a youth poetry showcase\, will be held on Sunday\, March 9\, 2025\, 4:00–7:00 p.m. \nTeens from Alachua County and the surrounding communities come together to share their. powerful voices through the Art of Poetry Spoken-Word\, Storytelling\, and other forms of Creative Expression at The Historic Thomas Center\, 302 NE 6th Avenue\, Gainesville\, Florida. \nCelebrating 11 years of showcasing teen poetry and creativity\, ARTSPEAKSgnv\, Inc.\, continues to provide a valuable platform for young people to exress themselves. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nAll middle and high school students are invited to participate. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nCome enjoy poetry\, pizza\, creative expression\, music\, and fun! \nThe event is co-sponsored by the City of Gainesville Department of Parks\, Recreation and Cultural Affairs; the State of Florida Division of Cultural Affairs and Culture Builds Florida. \nInterested in sharing your own expression or participating in the exhibition? Click here. \nFor more information\, contact: E. Stanley Richardson\, Director @ ARTSPEAKS/gnv \n(352) 792-2846 \ninfo@artspeaksgnv.org \nestanleyrichardson@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/11th-annual-artspeaks-courageous-young-voices/
LOCATION:The Historic Thomas Center\, 302 N.E. 6th Avenue\, Gainesville\, Florida\, 32601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fannie Lou Hamer: One-Woman Show with Author Pamela D. Marshall
DESCRIPTION:Fannie Lou Hamer\, an American voting and women’s rights activist\, community organizer\, and a leader in the civil rights movement.\nDon’t forget to spring your clocks forward one hour for Daylight Savings Time on March 9\, 2025. \nThen\, come join the Writers Alliance at 2:30 p.m. for a treat when author Pamela D. Marshall presents “The Speeches and Writings of Fannie Lou Hamer: A One Woman Show.” \n“As a writer\,” Marshall said\, “creating the Fannie Lou Hamer One-Woman Show taught me the power of weaving research and authentic voices and songs into storytelling. By delving into Mrs. Hamer’s speeches and legacy\, I found a way to bring history to life\, evoking emotion and inspiring action. \n“For writers\, this process demonstrates how to transform research into compelling narratives that resonate deeply with audiences\, creating work that informs and moves people to think\, feel\, and act. I hope this performance inspires you to uncover powerful stories waiting to be told in your own work.” \nA seasoned journalist\, public policy advisor\, and keynote speaker\, Marshall’s expertise earned her an interview at the White House during the Obama Administration. \nMarshall is also a Peace Ambassador and Executive Director of At The WELLness Network/Publishing. \nInspired by her journey and the fresh perspectives of her grandson BJ\, Pamela crafts stories that nurture young minds. She weaves themes of forgiveness\, environmental stewardship\, and emotional well-being into her works\, which include The Art of Forgiveness: An Expression of Peace and children’s books BJ and The Majestic Forgiveness Tree and BJ’s Big Mission\, Easie Turtle’s Healing\, Heals Earth. \nShe resides in Florida with her husband\, Scott\, and delights in being “Beanie” to BJ. \n 
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/fannie-lou-hamer-one-woman-show-with-author-pamela-d-marshall/
LOCATION:Millhopper Branch\, Alachua County Libraries\, 3145 NW 43rd St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T120000
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SUMMARY:The Jim Crow Era in Alachua County
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Michelle Dunlap\nWAG’s Program Coordinator Dr. Michelle Dunlap will be among those presenting “The Jim Crow Era in Alachua County” program on Saturday\, March 8\, 2025. This is the third session in “The Other Book” series. As the series flyer explains\, “Before schools were integrated\, Black teachers taught from two books; the official government sanctioned books and ‘The Other Book’ written by Black authors about the realities of the Black experience.” \nControversial new standards for teaching Black history in Florida’s public schools were approved in 2023. In response to this change\, Florida Education Association President Andrew Spar stated: \n“How can our students ever be equipped for the future if they don’t have a full\, honest picture of where we’ve come from? Florida’s students deserve a world-class education that equips them to be successful adults who can help heal our nation’s divisions rather than deepen them.” \n\nThe Other Book series\, sponsored by the Alachua County Community Rememberance Project (ACCRP) aims to help fill some of the gap left in Florida’s public education. \nJackie Davis\, ACCRP steering committee and liaison with the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI)\, stated that the goal is: \n\n\n”. . . to educate the public about our history and the legacy it has left in our disparities. It is not about placing blame.”\n\nKathy Dobronyi\nOver 100 people attended the February program\, “Enslavement in Alachua County” at the Haile Plantation Homestead. \nWAG member Kathy Dobronyi\, a retired history teacher\, has praised “The Other Book” series because of its ability to humanize history. \nWAG encourages everyone and especially writers to take take advantage of this free educational opportunity about Black history. Registering is suggested but is not required. All are invited to attend. The courses are free\, although a donation of $5 per class is suggested. \n\nThere are still two sessions in the series (see below). Note that the March and April programs are held at different locations. \n  \n  \nJim Crow Era in Alachua County \nMarch 8\, 2025\, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. \nCounty Administration Building \n  \nCivil Rights Era to the Present \nApril 12\, 2025\, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. \nThe Cotton Club \n  \nCo-sponsors:
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/the-jim-crow-era-in-alachua-county/
LOCATION:County Administration Building\, 12 SE 1st St.\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32601
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SUMMARY:Marketing Coalition Meeting: Author Link Trees
DESCRIPTION:At this months Marketing Coalition meeting via Zoom\, Jolene MacFadden will lead a discussion on how authors can effectively use free LinkTree alternatives to centralize their online presence. \nAs social media managers and marketers\, we know how vital it is for authors to make it easy for readers to find their books\, social media profiles\, and websites. Link hub tools help achieve this in a simple\, visually appealing way. Let’s explore several free platforms authors can use to create these link hubs\, their features\, and their pros and cons. \n\n\nThe Marketing Coalition meets on the third Monday of each month. The Zoom link is always the same: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81913659127?pwd=a1hTQWl1WVphTUxBOWdVWE9oV2ljQT09 \nMeeting ID: 819 1365 9127 \nPasscode: 119030 \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/marketing-coalition-meeting-author-link-trees/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T160000
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SUMMARY:Enneagrams for Writers and Other Creatives
DESCRIPTION: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 them develop richer characters\, deeper themes\, and more authentic storytelling. \nIn this presentation\, you will learn the Core Motivations of the 9 Enneagram basic types\, as well as the process\, goal\, and obstacle for each Enneagram type as a writer. You might know where you are and where you want to go\, but that doesn’t mean you won’t encounter roadblocks\, detours\, or even a need to reroute.  We will also take a brief look at how each Enneagram type has paths for utilizing strengths and overcoming weaknesses as a writer. Just like a GPS maps out the most direct route to your destination\, the Enneagram shows you the path to becoming your highest\, truest self. \nIf you wish to test your Enneagram in advance of Smith’s talk\, here’s a link she supplied: https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test. It’s free. \nSmith is a Masters Certified Addictions Professional and an Enneagram Informed Mental Health Professional. She has worked in community mental health and hospital-based settings\, with a focus on addiction medicine for the past 18 years. Currently\, she serves as the Director of Clinical Services at the UF Health Florida Recovery Center. She is consistently recognized for promoting understanding through using the Enneagram to enhance the personal and professional growth for individuals and teams. In her free time\, Dina enjoys being part of a team that leads worship at her church and spending time with her husband and two small children. \nHer profiles and social media contact information:  \nhttps://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1342124 \nDina Smith\, LMHC | LinkedIn \nDina Smith **Evening Availability** – My Enneagram Coach
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/enneagrams-for-writers-and-other-creatives/
LOCATION:Millhopper Library\, Meeting Room A\, 3145 NW 43rd St\,\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:Recipe for Becoming a Floridian
DESCRIPTION:Writers’ Talks at the Rawlings House to Feature Marisella Veiga\nMarisella Veiga\, author of Famous Florida Recipes—Centuries of Good Eating in the Sunshine State\, Second edition\, presents: “Recipe for Becoming a Floridian.” \nIt’s back—Lowis Carlton’s classic and much-cherished cookbook with iconic recipes from the Keys to the Panhandle now fully revised by Veiga\, embracing new regions and cultures. Great food and a fascinating journey through history come together. \nVeiga is an award-winning journalist and short story writer\, a syndicated columnist\, and the author of the acclaimed We Carry Our Homes with Us: A Cuban American Memoir. \nMeet and greet the author at 1:30 p.m.; book talk at 2:00 p.m.\, free with standard park admission. \nWriters Talk_02082025_Marisella Veiga
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/recipe-for-becoming-a-floridian/
LOCATION:Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park\, 18700 S CR 325\, Cross Creek\, FL\, 32640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
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SUMMARY:Enslavement in Alachua County
DESCRIPTION: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.” \nAccording to Mainstreet Daily News\, “Jackie Davis\, one of the event organizers\, said this series is a reaction against ‘whitewashing’ of Florida history books\, and is meant to help Black and white county residents better understand local Black history.” It’s an educational opportunity that should be especially valuable for those writing about history\, inequity\, and/or cross-cultural relationships within the US. \n\nAll are invited to attend. Registering is suggested but is not required. Each session is free\, although a donation of $5 per lecture is suggested. \nThe first lecture\, “Dispelling the Myths: Pre-colonial Africa\,” was held at the Harn Art Museum on January 11. It was well received by the audience\, which included several WAG members. Other programs are: \n\n\n\nJim Crow Era in Alachua County \nMarch 8\, 2025\, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. \nCounty Administration Building \nCivil Rights Era to the Present \nApril 12\, 2025\, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. \nThe Cotton Club \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://writersalliance.org/event/enslavement-in-alachua-county/
LOCATION:Haile Homestead\, 8500 SW Archer Road\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32608
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