Workshops & Events Calendar

  • J Wagner Songwriting Camp “Trailing the Muse”

    The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow, Eureka Springs, AR, United States

    Unlocking the Magical Language of Songwriting Join acclaimed Austin-based singer-songwriter J Wagner for a transformative songwriting retreat nestled in the wooded hills of Eureka Springs, Arkansas at The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow. In this immersive workshop, you'll explore the mystery and magic of songwriting through sessions on symbolism, object writing, cut-up theory, poetic language, […]

  • August Poetluck – Featuring Jim Dudley

    The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow, Eureka Springs, AR, United States

    We're excited to welcome featured guest Jim, a local songwriter whose tunes are rooted in the people and history of the Ozarks. Jim picked up a guitar around age 40 […]

  • September Poetluck – Featuring Wendy Carlisle

    The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow, Eureka Springs, AR, United States

    We are proud to feature Ozark poet Wendy Taylor Carlisle at our September Poetluck. Carlile is the author of four books and five chapbooks and is the 2020 winner of […]

  • Don’t Miss Poetluck Eureka Springs – October 16, 2025 | Writers’ Colony

    The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow, Eureka Springs, AR, United States

    Poetluck Eureka Springs returns on October 16, 2025, featuring acclaimed poet Alicia Swain. Join us at the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow for an evening of food, fellowship, and the […]

  • Screenwriting for Distribution & Marketing: Workshop, Dinner & Screening

    The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow, Eureka Springs, AR, United States

    Screenwriting for Distribution & Marketing Saturday, March 7, 2026 The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow, in partnership with the MidAmerica Film Market and Fort Smith International Film Festival, presents an afternoon and evening devoted to the craft and business of storytelling. At 3:00 PM, join us at the Colony for Screenwriting for Distribution & Marketing, […]

  • Poetluck Featuring Zeek Taylor

    The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow, Eureka Springs, AR, United States

    Join us for Poetluck on Thursday, March 19 at 6 PM, featuring Arkansas Governor’s Arts Award recipient Zeek Taylor. Enjoy a potluck meal, featured reading, and open mic in a welcoming literary community at the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow. Free and open to the public.

  • J Wagner’s Songwriting Camp: Trailing the Muse (April 8th–12, 2026)- Sold Out (Waitlist Available)

    The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow, Eureka Springs, AR, United States

    This workshop is now full. We’re thrilled by the response! If you’d like to join the waitlist, please complete this short form: We will contact people in the order they join the list as spaces become available. _______________________________________________ Join acclaimed Austin-based singer-songwriter J Wagner for a transformative songwriting retreat nestled in the wooded hills of […]

    $350
  • April Poetluck featuring John Rankine

    The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow, Eureka Springs, AR, United States

    April Poetluck featuring John Rankine John Rankine returns to the Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs on Thursday, April 16, 2026. The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow is […]

  • WCDH at White Street Art Walk — Come Play With Words!

    12 White Street Eureka Springs, AR 12 White Street, Eureka Springs, AR, United States

    The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow is joining the fun at this year's White Street Art Walk, part of Eureka Springs' beloved May Festival of the Arts! Come find us at the home of artist Zeek Taylor (12 White Street) on Friday, May 15 from 4:00–6:30 PM for magnetic poetry, community, and creativity. It's free, […]

  • Strings & Ink

    Reserve your FREE TICKETS now! Join us at The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow for Strings & Ink, an evening celebrating the intersection of music and the written word. Wednesday, […]

  • Tell Your Story: A Free Zine Workshop for Teens

    First Presbyterian Church of Eureka Springs (lower level) 209 Spring Street Eureka Springs, AR 72632 First Presbyterian Church of Eureka Springs (lower level), Eureka Springs, Arkansas

    Got a story to tell? Grab a pen and tell it! Join writer and educator Meg Gladieux for Tell Your Story — a free drop-in zine workshop designed exclusively for […]