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SUMMARY:May Poetluck: Featured Reader Bill McCloud May 21\, 2026 | Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow
DESCRIPTION:Join us for May Poetluck\, welcoming featured reader Bill McCloud — poet\, editor\, and veteran advocate whose work has reached readers from Oklahoma to the Air Force Academy. \nBill McCloud serves as associate poetry editor for Right Hand Pointing literary journal and as poetry reviewer for Vietnam Veterans of America. His second collection\, The Error of the Stars (Silence Dogood Books / Sewell Publishing\, Eureka Springs\, AR)\, was a Top 25 Amazon Bestseller in three poetry categories. His earlier collection\, The Smell of the Light (Balkan Press)\, reached #1 on The Oklahoman‘s Oklahoma Bestsellers list. \nMcCloud’s poetry is taught at Austin Community College\, the University School of Milwaukee\, the University of Tulsa\, and the U.S. Air Force Academy. In 2023\, he claimed first place in three separate poetry contests — with three different poems. \nPoetluck is a beloved community gathering that brings writers\, readers\, and literary enthusiasts together in a warm and welcoming environment. The evening begins with a potluck meal at 6:00 PM\, followed by open mic readings at 6:30 PM. Guests are invited to bring a dish to share if they wish\, though it is not required. \nWriters of all genres and experience levels are encouraged to participate in the open mic and share poetry\, prose\, or works-in-progress. Readers are kindly asked to prepare a piece no longer than 3–5 minutes in length. \nPoetluck offers a supportive space to connect\, listen\, and celebrate the written word in community. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nInterested in staying overnight at the Colony? Contact coordinator@writerscolony.org to inquire about suite availability.
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LOCATION:The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow\, The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
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SUMMARY:Strings & Ink
DESCRIPTION:Reserve your FREE TICKETS now! \nJoin us at The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow for Strings & Ink\, an evening celebrating the intersection of music and the written word. \nWednesday\, May 27 | 5:00–8:30 PM \n  \nHors d’Oeuvres and Drinks Featuring: \nA live performance by Wesley Allen & the Modern August \nAn interview\, reading\, and Q&A with Suzanne Rhodes\, Poet Laureate of Arkansas \n  \nThis event is FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY — but tickets are limited\, so reserve your spot early. \nGet your free tickets here: ozarkstix.com/events/strings-ink-5-27-2026 \nThis program is made possible by the Eureka Springs Arts Council through the May Festival of the Arts. Additional sponsorship provided by: Teigen Insurance and Equity Bank.
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SUMMARY:Tell Your Story: A Free Zine Workshop for Teens
DESCRIPTION:Got a story to tell? Grab a pen and tell it! \nJoin writer and educator Meg Gladieux for Tell Your Story — a free drop-in zine workshop designed exclusively for teens ages 11–17. \nWhat’s a zine? Think mini-magazine meets personal journal meets art project — totally yours\, totally you. Whether you love writing\, drawing\, collaging\, or just have something to say\, this is your space. Meg will provide guided templates for beginners and open-ended prompts for teens who want to dive deeper into their own stories. No experience necessary! \nMeg Gladieux is the 2025 recipient of The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow’s “Real People\, Real Struggles\, Real Stories” Fellowship\, awarded to a writer working on a nonfiction project exploring personal experiences with mental illness. Her work sits at the intersection of storytelling\, mental health\, and advocacy. \nThis event is free and open to teens ages 11–17. Space is limited — reserve your spot today! \n🎟️ Register at OzarksTix \nPresented in partnership with the Eureka Springs Carnegie Library and The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow. \nEVENT WEBSITE/URL: https://www.ozarkstix.com/events/tell-your-story-a-free-zine-workshop-for-teens-5-29-2026 \nCOST: Free
URL:https://writerscolony.org/event/tell-your-story/
LOCATION: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\, 72632
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SUMMARY:June Poetluck featuring Julia Paganelli Marín
DESCRIPTION:Julia Paganelli Marín joins the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs on Thursday\, June 18\, 2026.\nThe Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow is honored to present our June Poetluck\, featuring poet and educator Julia Paganelli Marín. \nJulia Paganelli Marín is a writer and educator based in Fayetteville\, Arkansas\, and the creator of Bee Balm Arkansas\, a community writing program in Northwest Arkansas founded in October 2022. They hold an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Arkansas and are the author of the chapbook Blush Less (Finishing Line Press\, 2015). Their work has appeared in The Journal\, Zone 3\, Passages North\, The Comstock Review\, BOAAT Journal\, and more. \nPoetluck is a beloved community gathering that brings writers\, readers\, and literary enthusiasts together in a warm and welcoming environment. The evening begins with a potluck meal at 6:00 PM\, followed by open mic readings at 6:30 PM. Guests are invited to bring a dish to share if they wish\, though it is not required. \nWriters of all genres and experience levels are encouraged to participate in the open mic and share poetry\, prose\, or works-in-progress. Readings are kept to 3 to 5 minutes so everyone has a chance to share. Poetluck offers a supportive space to connect\, listen\, and celebrate the written word in community. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nInterested in staying overnight at the Colony? Contact coordinator@writerscolony.org to inquire about suite availability.
URL:https://writerscolony.org/event/june-poetluck-featuring-julia-paganelli-marin/
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SUMMARY:July Poetluck: Featuring Julie Rogers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of food\, community\, and poetry. \nPlease note our new start time — Poetluck now begins at 5:30 PM. \nBring a dish to share\, bring something to read\, or just bring yourself. All are welcome. This event is free and open to the public. \n\n5:30–6:00 PM — Food and drink\n6:00–6:30 PM — Announcements and featured reader\n6:30–8:00 PM — Open mic\n\nAbout Julie Rogers \nAn SMU ballet and journalism graduate\, Julie Rogers got her start writing for area newspapers and News of East Texas magazine before turning to theater\, staging comedies like Garage Sale and Santa Man. Her short story “House Call” won the Writer’s Digest 1999 Grand Prize and was acquired for publication by William J. Grabowski\, reviewer for The Horror Show magazine. \nShe went on to work at RMCC Radio/TV\, collaborating on screenplays and indie films under the late Jeff Ross\, and shot and produced short films along the way\, including a Hot Wheels “Beat That” competition video. \nJulie has published seven books\, works remotely as a developmental editor for The Authors’ Assistant\, and hosts the Writers’ Colony’s own Write Now podcast. Her latest novel\, Falling Stars\, has picked up sixteen awards\, including a Kirkus Reviews “Get It” accolade. Buffalo 8 Productions signed on in September 2024 as executive producer of the screenplay adaptation\, with Scottish director Michael Hines attached to direct the film right here in Eureka Springs. She’s also packaging a biopic drawn from a screenplay she co-wrote with Nashville performer Bart Bryars about his path from prison to musician. \nJulie volunteers as an ambassador for the Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce and is a member of the Northwest Arkansas Screenwriters Collective and the Editorial Freelancers Association.
URL:https://writerscolony.org/event/july-poetluck-featuring-julie-rogers/
LOCATION:The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow\, The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
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SUMMARY:Coming Soon: Melody and Muse Songwriting Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Melody and Muse A 3-Day Songwriting Workshop in the Ozarks\nFollow your inner muse to the wooded hills of Eureka Springs\, Arkansas\, for an intimate songwriting retreat at The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow. Led by acclaimed singer-songwriters Melissa Carper and Bonnie Montgomery\, this workshop is designed to help you find\, hone\, and elevate your creative voice. \nThe Experience\nThroughout the weekend\, Melissa and Bonnie will share the secrets behind their own songwriting processes. Through open\, conversational sessions\, you’ll explore: \n\nMelody & Phrasing: Discover how to marry rhythm and tune.\nForm & Structure: Learn the architecture that transforms poetry into song.\nCreative Voice: Find and sharpen your unique lyrical perspective.\n\nWhether you are writing your very first song or looking to deepen a lifelong creative practice\, Melody and Muse offers the dedicated space\, expert guidance\, and serene inspiration you need to grow. \nEvent Details\n\nDates: October 15–18\, 2026\nLocation: The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow | Eureka Springs\, AR\nTuition: $400 + tax per person (Note: Lodging is not included)\nCapacity: Strictly limited to 22 participants to ensure personalized attention\n\nHow to Register\nTickets will be sold securely online right here through our website. \n🗓️ Mark Your Calendar: Registration opens Wednesday\, July 15th at 5PM. A direct ticket link will go live on this page the moment sales open. \nBecause space is strictly limited to just 22 songwriters\, we highly recommend booking as soon as registration opens! \n\nAbout Your Hosts\nThis workshop marks a truly unique\, first-ever opportunity: the first-ever in-person songwriting workshop co-hosted by Melissa Carper and Bonnie Montgomery. Because this is an intimate\, small-group experience capped at just 22 participants\, you will have unprecedented\, direct access to these acclaimed artists in a close-knit\, collaborative setting. \nMelissa Carper\nCelebrated for her deeply observational lyrics and a voice that curls like a croon from an old gramophone\, Melissa Carper plays old-school country music that resonates across time and place. Her sound weaves together old-time\, bluegrass\, western swing\, jazz\, and blues—the very threads that built American country music. Veteran Nashville musician Chris Scruggs perfectly summed up her timeless\, genre-spanning artistry when he nicknamed her “HillBillie Holiday.” \nBonnie Montgomery\nRaised in White County\, Arkansas\, Bonnie Montgomery is a fearless creative nomad whose work ranges from polished parlor songs to barn-burning country anthems. With a poet’s phrasing and a soprano’s crystalline timbre\, her repertoire moves freely between high romantic ballads\, fiery anthems of dissent\, and cinematic\, spaghetti-western vignettes. Her work has been praised by Paste and The New Yorker\, and she has received multiple Arkansas Country Music Awards\, including 2020 Entertainer of the Year. \nAbout The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow (WCDH)\nLocated in the wooded hills of historic Eureka Springs\, Arkansas\, The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow has provided a peaceful\, dedicated sanctuary for the creative spirit for over 25 years. \nAs a respected fixture in the regional and national literary arts nonprofit landscape\, WCDH has had the privilege of nurturing more than 1\,400 writers\, composers\, and artists from all over the world. Our mission is to provide a supportive\, distraction-free environment for creators of all genres and at every level of experience. Whether you are just beginning your creative journey or are deep into a lifelong practice\, WCDH offers the ideal space for your unique voice to flourish.
URL:https://writerscolony.org/event/coming-soon-melody-muse/
LOCATION:The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow\, The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
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