Tri-Valley Writers

Poetry-Writing Process to Polished Poems, April 18, 2026

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Join Tri-Valley Writers on April 18, 2026 for National Poetry Month as several TVW members will discuss various aspects of writing poetry. Ashley Kim, Pamela Pan, and Ilana Tal will discuss the process of writing poetry and read some of their own work, showcasing the variety of poetry TVW poets write. There will also be time for socializing and getting to know your fellow TVW members. So, bring your favorite writing implement and snack/beverage and have some fun. While there is no fee for the meeting, we would like to know how many people to expect, so please register at: Treasurer by Thursday, April 16, 2026

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Writing, Sharing, & Networking: Feb. 21, 2026

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Join us for a writing session from prompts, meet-and-greet, and informal discussion of all things writing. There will also be time for socializing and getting to know your fellow TVW members. So, bring your favorite writing implement and snack/beverage and have some fun.

While there is no fee for the meeting, we would like to know how many people to expect, so please register at Treasurer by Thursday, Feb. 19.

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Member Panel, Nov. 15, 2025

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The November 15, 2025 meeting will be designed for members, and the community, to get to know several of TVW’s members in depth. The three members for this first panel will be: John Bluck—fiction, Daniela Fritter—memoir, and Connie Hanstedt—poetry. Each writer will discuss aspects of their writing, motivations, and things they have learned during their writing journey.
There will also be time for socializing and getting to know your fellow TVW members. So, bring your favorite writing implement and snack/beverage and have some fun.

While there is no fee for the meeting, we would like to know how many people to expect, so please register at: treasurer@trivalleywriters.org by Thursday, November 13, 2025.

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Critique Groups & Best Practices, Oct. 18, 2025

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The October 18, 2025 meeting will focus on critique groups. Lani Longshore will discuss the importance of joining a critique group, TVW’s best practices, and the challenges and benefits of making the critique process work. And members who would like to join a critique group will be able to network and start the process of setting up their own critique group.

There will also be time for socializing and getting to know your fellow TVW members. So, bring your favorite writing implement and snack/beverage and have some fun.

While there is no fee for the meeting, we would like to know how many people to expect, so please register at: treasurer@trivalleywriters.org by Thursday, October 16, 2025.

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Goal Setting, Obstacles, & Overcoming those Obstacles

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The September 20, 2025 meeting will focus on goal setting, various types of obstacles, and ways to overcomes those pesky obstacles. The discussion will include setting reasonable goals, including specific steps (with deadlines) for achieving those goals, and brainstorming fixes when life just gets in the way. Each monthly meeting going forward, TVW will ask attendees to share their goal successes and encourage those who are struggling.

There will also be time for socializing and getting to know your fellow TVW members. So, bring your favorite writing implement and snack/beverage and have some fun.

Please note that our location has changed. We are now meeting at:
LaQuinta Inn—Dublin
6275 Dublin Blvd.
Dublin, CA 94568

While there is no fee for the meeting, we would like to know how many people to expect, so please register at: treasurer@trivalleywriters.org by Thursday, September 18, 2025.

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July & August 2025

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Tri-Valley Writers takes a brief summer hiatus during the months of July and August. The Board of Directors will be busy planning for the 2025-2026 term. Critique groups, Pull Up a Chair and Write, and the Zoom Sit Down and Write will continue during the summer, so please forge on with your writing.

We look forward to seeing you soon. Write On!

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Media Kit with Professional Author Photos, June 21, 2025

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Our next meeting will be June 21 at 2:00 pm at the Livermore Civic Center Library (1188 South Livermore Avenue). Registration starts at 1:30 pm. The meeting is free, but please let us know if you are coming. RSVP this month to secretary@trivalleywriters.org.
The June meeting will focus on creating a media kit. We’ll be exploring different ways of crafting an author bio and background information. We will also have Jeff Hosier, a
professional photographer, available to take headshots of attendees. Jeff is offering a marvelous package, waiving his usual sitting fee and reducing the file fees. Members will be able to choose one pose for $29, with additional poses at $10 each. The files will be professionally edited to show you at your best, and payment will not be due until an order is placed.

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Writing and Networking: May 17, 2025

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Join us for a free drop-in writing session,  meet-and-greet,  and informal discussion of all things writing. We now meet in the Community Rooms A & B at the Livermore Library..

There will be plenty of time to socialize, as well as prompts for writing. Current board members will be available to answer questions about the future of the branch.

While there is no fee for the meeting, we would like to know how many people to expect, so please register at treasurer@trivalleywriters.org by Wednesday, May 14.

Attendees are welcome to bring their own water and snacks as TVW won’t be providing them at this meeting. 

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January 18, 2025: Winterfest

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Join us for a free drop-in writing session, meet-and-greet, and informal discussion on Saturday, January 18, 2025. This month Tri-Valley Writers  celebrates with Winterfest! What is Winterfest, you ask? It’s a time dedicated to celebrating US! The event will start at our regular time, 2:00 pm; at our regular place, room 2470 on Las Positas College campus, but will be so much more. We’ll have food and beverages, social time, a goal-setting exercise, a gift basket give-away, and plenty of time for members to read excerpts from pieces published or given awards in the past year. If you would like to participate in our own Tr-Valley Writers open mic, email Lani Longshore at: secretary@trivalleywriters.org – or email Jordan Bernal at: president@trivalleywriters.org or Patricia Boyle at: vp@trivalleywriters.org.

Although the meeting is free, TVW would like to know who plans to attend so we can ensure enough food and drink. Please email your RSVP to Daniela at treasurer@trivalleywriters.org by Wednesday, January 15, 2025.

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