Writing the West!
Dig out your cowboy hats and boots and join the APW Southern District “Writing the West” luncheon at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 22, El Charro Cafe, 311 N. Court Ave., Tucson. This is the day before the Arizona History Convention begins in Tucson, so out-of-towners going to the history convention should plan to join us. APW members and Tucson-based western history writers Jane Eppinga, Jane Cleere, and Barbara Marriott speak about their latest work and recommendations to attendees who might wish to start writing in this genre (nonfiction and fiction). Open forum with questions and answers follows speakers. Free to attend. Lunch is Dutch-treat. Info/RSVP: Jaimie Bruzenak calamityjaimie@gmail.com, 928-607-3181 or apw.reservations@gmail.com. And, yes, wear that western attire! Yipee ki yea!
Museum of West tour on April 16
One of many paintings at
the Museum of the West
Members and guests of Arizona Professional Writers (APW) will have a behind-the-scenes tour of the Scottsdale Museum of the West, 3830 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale, at 5 p.m. Thursday, April 16, conducted by Michael Fox, CEO and director of the museum. The cost is $11, with no-host dining to follow off-site. For more information or to RSVP, contact Brenda Warneka, 602-740-9579, or warneka@cox.net or via email to apw.reservations@gmail.com.
The museum, which opened in January 2015, celebrates the 19 states that make up the American West. There are 12 galleries of paintings, statuary and other collections. A Western-themed “Step into the Picture” display allows visitors to have photos taken as appearing to be part of the old-days scene. Non-flash photos will be permitted throughout the tour. Watch the APW Facebook page for more details. Those attending are encouraged to dress Western.
April 2015 TypeRider now available!
You won’t want to miss the April, 2015 TypeRider! It’s full of news about recent happenings throughout the state and about upcoming events. There are a number of Western-themed events coming up highlighted in this issue: a tour of the new Museum of the West in Scottsdale, the Southern District’s “Writing the West” lunch and talk, plus information about the Arizona History Convention held this year in Tucson at the end of the month. And, there is so much more!
Central District program – March 19, 2015
ARIZONA PROFESSIONAL WRITERS
Central District
INVITES YOU TO A PRESENTATION BY
JUDITH REDLINE COOPEY
writer, historian, genealogist
Thursday, March 19, 2015
Bluewater Grill and Seafood Restaurant
1720 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix
5:00 p.m. No-Host Cocktails
5:30 Dinner followed by Program
Coopey, a former history teacher who published four historical novels in four years, will talk about the historical research that wins her novels high praise from readers and what she did that led to a fantastically successful marketing campaign once she realized she needed help marketing her work. A question and answer period will follow. Copies of her books will be available for sale. Non-members $5. Each attendee pays their own restaurant check. RSVP: apw.reservations@gmail.com or Brenda Warneka 602-740-9579.
Rim Country District meeting – March 18, 2015
Learn how to use your computer more effectively at a free program presented by Arizona Professional Writers (formerly Arizona Press Women) on March 18, at the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road, Payson.
Starting at noon in the community room, the group’s March meeting will feature speaker Ray Baxter, who teaches two computer courses at Gila Community College and is President of the Payson Area Computer Association. Baxter serves as Director of APCUG, an International Association of Technology and Computer User Groups. He also provides consulting services.
Many people encounter computer problems and find it difficult to keep up with changes in technology. This computer expert will demystify programs, discuss security concerns and offer tips for success in his talk, “Using Your Computer More Effectively.”
This event is open to the public, free of charge. For more information, call 928-468-9269.
March TypeRider is here!
The March, 2015 TypeRider is now available. Look for writing events in each of our four districts plus many others coming up including the annual Tucson Festival of Books. Meet Joan Cox and discover some writing opportunities.
Rim Country District Meeting, February 18
Author shares journey to publication
Join the next monthly meeting of the Rim Country District of Arizona Professional Writers to hear local independent (indie) author Connie Cockrell speak to the challenges and triumphs of getting a book into print. Cockrell says: “From the first challenge to write to getting a book published is a long and perilous journey.”
Cockrell’s books run the gamut from science fiction to contemporary stories. To date, she has published two stand-alone novels and a four-book series. Additionally, her stories have been included in four different anthologies. Cockrell is currently working on on a number of writing projects, including a contemporary young adult series and three collections of short stories. A few of her books will be available for purchase and signing following the presentation. Cockrell’s publications are also available through Amazon and other ebook vendors.
The meeting and presentation will convene at 12:00 noon, Wednesday, February 18, in the Community Room of the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road. The public is invited to attend free of charge.
Deadline for Communications Contest- coming up fast!
The deadline for entries in the Communications Contest is Monday, February 9. Get your entries in! See the contest page for categories and how to enter online.
February TypeRider now available!
Take a look at the February, 2015 TypeRider. Editor Lynda Exley has done a fine job of assembling lots of good information. The website for Rim District’s July 25, 2015 Payson Book Festival is now online. We have a new Colorado District- meet the members! And find out about lots of events that are coming up as well as information about the Communications Contest.
Time to enter the Communications Contest!
APW Members — Please click on the 2015 Communications Contest flyer with directions and links to the annual Communications Contest. APW is having their own contest but entries will be submitted electronically.
Entry deadline is Monday, Feb. 9. For work that must be submitted in hard-copy format, the entry deadline is Monday, Feb. 2.
Thanks,
Cheryl Kohout
Co-chair, Communications Contest
Arizona Professional Writers 