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Coming EventsThe Top of the South Branch
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This page provides information about events organised by the branch, by individual members, or of particular local interest. To have your event listed here, as well as in the weekly newsletter, contact the Branch Editor
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Writers at Lunchtime
Writers at Lunchtime meetings take place on the first Wednesday of every month except January, starting at 11.30 am. There is usually a guest speaker at 12.30 pm, talking on a topic of general interest to writers.
The next meeting on Wednesday 5 December will be the end of the year social event, with a quiz (bring a pen!) and raffle. Bring a wrapped book (preloved is fine) for mystery gift exchange.
The venue for Writers at Lunchtime is The Prince Albert, 113 Nile Street, Nelson (car parking is accessed from Tasman Street). While the meetings are organised by the Top of the South branch of NZSA, everyone is welcome to attend. Come any time from 11.30 am. For more information contact Chrissie on 03-5469818.
The next meeting on Wednesday 5 December will be the end of the year social event, with a quiz (bring a pen!) and raffle. Bring a wrapped book (preloved is fine) for mystery gift exchange.
The venue for Writers at Lunchtime is The Prince Albert, 113 Nile Street, Nelson (car parking is accessed from Tasman Street). While the meetings are organised by the Top of the South branch of NZSA, everyone is welcome to attend. Come any time from 11.30 am. For more information contact Chrissie on 03-5469818.
West Coast Writers
This group welcomes writers of all genres to write together, get feedback on their work, and to discuss all things ‘writing’ in a respectful, encouraging environment. Don't worry about your level of experience – everyone is welcome! The group meets on the first and third Sundays of the month,
11 am – 1 pm, at the New Coaster's Office, 38 Albert Street, Greymouth. Gold coin donation for venue appreciated. Their next meeting is on Sunday
18 November. Contact Katrina Brown at kbtaiwan@gmail.com for more details.
11 am – 1 pm, at the New Coaster's Office, 38 Albert Street, Greymouth. Gold coin donation for venue appreciated. Their next meeting is on Sunday
18 November. Contact Katrina Brown at kbtaiwan@gmail.com for more details.
Marlborough Writers
Marlborough Writers meet on the third Tuesday of the month in the Louvre Room at Fairweathers, 36 Scott Street, Blenheim. Visitors are always welcome. A gold coin donation is requested to cover website costs.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday 20 November at 12 noon. There will be a writing challenge of 200 words on the topic 'December breakup'.
For more information contact Annette Rattray at annetterattray@hotmail.com, phone 03-573 6629.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday 20 November at 12 noon. There will be a writing challenge of 200 words on the topic 'December breakup'.
For more information contact Annette Rattray at annetterattray@hotmail.com, phone 03-573 6629.
Richmond Writing Group
This writing group is for adults with an interest in writing – whether you’re just thinking about starting to write something, you’re a published author, or somewhere in between. The group meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 1 – 3 pm, in the Constance Barnicoat Room at Richmond Library. It’s a great opportunity to meet other people with a shared interest in writing, and to put pen to paper!
Each month there is a guest speaker in the first hour, followed by writing or discussion. The next meeting on Tuesday 20 November features local poet and author Cliff Fell.
Cliff is an award-winning poet and author of three books of poems, The Adulterer’s Bible (2003), Beauty of the Badlands (2008) and The Good Husbandwoman’s Alphabet (2014). His poems have appeared in the annual online anthology Best New Zealand Poems, and in various national and overseas publications. Between 2009 and 2016 he was the poetry correspondent on the RNZ national Radio Nights programme.
Cliff is not only a talented writer but a fun and entertaining speaker. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear him talk about his books and writing process.
Everyone is welcome to the Richmond Writing Group, and entry is free. Bring writing materials. For more information contact Pania Walton, Promotions Assistant, Richmond Library at pania.walton@tasman.govt.nz
Each month there is a guest speaker in the first hour, followed by writing or discussion. The next meeting on Tuesday 20 November features local poet and author Cliff Fell.
Cliff is an award-winning poet and author of three books of poems, The Adulterer’s Bible (2003), Beauty of the Badlands (2008) and The Good Husbandwoman’s Alphabet (2014). His poems have appeared in the annual online anthology Best New Zealand Poems, and in various national and overseas publications. Between 2009 and 2016 he was the poetry correspondent on the RNZ national Radio Nights programme.
Cliff is not only a talented writer but a fun and entertaining speaker. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear him talk about his books and writing process.
Everyone is welcome to the Richmond Writing Group, and entry is free. Bring writing materials. For more information contact Pania Walton, Promotions Assistant, Richmond Library at pania.walton@tasman.govt.nz
Picton Poets
For their last meeting of the year, Picton Poets will be having a picnic on the Picton foreshore (weather permitting) on Wednesday 28 November. If the weather is unfavourable they will go to a local cafe (venue to be confirmed the day before). There is no writing topic - poets can write on any topic of their choice.
Picton Poets usually meet on the fourth Wednesday of the month, 10.30 am at Picton Library. Their next meeting will be in February 2019. They welcome new members and visitors. For more information contact Mary Howan on 03-573 5973 or nadamary@xtra.co.nz
Picton Poets usually meet on the fourth Wednesday of the month, 10.30 am at Picton Library. Their next meeting will be in February 2019. They welcome new members and visitors. For more information contact Mary Howan on 03-573 5973 or nadamary@xtra.co.nz
Writers of Picton
Writers of Picton meet on the first Monday of the month, 1.30 – 3.30 pm in the upstairs meeting room at Picton Library. Their next meeting is on
Monday 3 December. The writing challenge is 200 - 400 words on a topic to be announced.
Everyone is welcome to listen or participate. If you are interested in coming along, contact Irene & Peter Thomas at pandi.goodhope@gmail.com
or 03-973 0638.
Monday 3 December. The writing challenge is 200 - 400 words on a topic to be announced.
Everyone is welcome to listen or participate. If you are interested in coming along, contact Irene & Peter Thomas at pandi.goodhope@gmail.com
or 03-973 0638.
'Life Sentence' Writing Group
'Life Sentence’ is a writing group for those who want to write better, be inspired and be supported to publish. They meet on the first Thursday of the month at The Workshop in New Street, Nelson, 5.30 - 7pm. The next meeting will be on Thursday 6 December.
For more information contact Chris Stuart on 027 777 2556, or email chrisannstuart@gmail.com.
For more information contact Chris Stuart on 027 777 2556, or email chrisannstuart@gmail.com.
Golden Bay Writers Group
The Golden Bay Writers Group meets on the first Friday of each month from 1.30 - 3 pm at the Dangerous Café (46 Commercial Street, Takaka). The next meeting will be on Friday 7 December. Meet up to talk about writing in all its forms, to encourage and inspire each other, to share our challenges and victories, and to connect over a cuppa.
Everyone is welcome to Golden Bay Writers Group meetings. For more information contact Charlotte Squire at charlottesquirecoms@gmail.com
Everyone is welcome to Golden Bay Writers Group meetings. For more information contact Charlotte Squire at charlottesquirecoms@gmail.com