Highlights from the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat

The 2018 Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat took place last week–here are a few snapshots!                                                 If you missed this year’s Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat, we hope you’ll think about joining… Continue reading Highlights from the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat

What’s Happening at the CWC&R and One More Chance to Sign Up!

For those of you already registered to attend the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat, here’s what awaits!  And if you’re not signed up but would like to make a last-minute reservation to join us, there are still spaces available–please see the CWC website for information and registration materials.   Monday, July 2   11:00 –… Continue reading What’s Happening at the CWC&R and One More Chance to Sign Up!

Sneak Preview: CLOCKHOUSE Volume Six!

Clockhouse‘s sixth volume is still in its final production stages, but we’re able to give you an idea of what to expect with Sarah Cedeño’s “Note from the Editorial Director.”  As always, there will be a special Preview Reading of the new Clockhouse volume during the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat, and every CWC&R participant… Continue reading Sneak Preview: CLOCKHOUSE Volume Six!

CWC&R Visiting Professional & Visiting Writer Sessions

As always, the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat will offer engaging and inspirational writing workshops, time for solitary writing, readings of participants’ work, and much more, including the annual Visiting Professional and Visiting Writer sessions, hosted by Goddard’s MFAW program and open to CWC&R participants. This year’s  Visiting Writer will be Nick Flynn. Flynn has… Continue reading CWC&R Visiting Professional & Visiting Writer Sessions

Recap from Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat!

Couldn’t join us this year? You were missed! The third annual Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat took place February 16th-19th, 2018 in Port Townsend, Washington. In lively and inspired workshop sessions, we studied puzzle logic and storytelling with Gestalt and fragmentary writing; sculpted with clay while exploring the poetry and inspiration of Rainer Maria Rilke;… Continue reading Recap from Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat!

Congratulations to the Newest MFA Alumni!

On behalf of the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference Board of Stewards and the alumni community of the Goddard College MFAW program, I want to extend my congratulations and warmest welcome to those who graduate during the current Port Townsend residency: Jessica Cagle-Faber Beth C. Carbone Jonathan A. Clark Charles Fairchild Alana G. Jamison Dana E. Montanari… Continue reading Congratulations to the Newest MFA Alumni!

The Schedule! Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat 2017

Clockhouse Writers’    Conference & Retreat July 3 – 7, 2017 Plainfield, Vermont This 2017 Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat schedule includes our time-honored traditions:  Plenary Panel Presentation, Stations of the Word, craft-centered workshops, quiet times for writing, Works in Progress, a Preview Reading from CLOCKHOUSE Volume Five, and evening readings.  It also includes an Anniversary… Continue reading The Schedule! Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat 2017

An Anniversary Gift to Yourself

Registration is still open for the 2017 Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat.  This is CWC’s 20th Anniversary!  Read on and consider joining the celebration. As always, this year’s Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat will open with a Plenary Panel featuring essay presentations and discussion on a theme chosen by consensus the previous year.  For this… Continue reading An Anniversary Gift to Yourself

CWC&R Registration Opens Wednesday, February 15

Registration  for the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat (CWC&R) opens on this Wednesday, February 15.   This year’s CWC&R will take place from July 3 – 7 on Goddard’s Plainfield, Vermont, campus.  As always, this conference and retreat will feature:    Opening Plenary Panel Stations of the Word Writing Workshops Individual, Quiet Writing Time A “Life… Continue reading CWC&R Registration Opens Wednesday, February 15

If You’re Going to AWP, Stop by Goddard’s Table

  Are you and your writer friends going to the 2017 AWP Conference?  If so, do stop by Goddard College’s table, which will be in Booth No. 304-T.  Assuming packages arrive safely, and as long as supplies last, you’ll also be able to pick up a free copy of CLOCKHOUSE Volume Four:     There’s… Continue reading If You’re Going to AWP, Stop by Goddard’s Table

A Gift for Yourself: The Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat

Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat Fri, Feb. 10 – Monday, Feb. 13, 2017, Port Townsend, Washington Registration is still open for the second annual Lighthouse Writers Conference and Retreat (LWC&R). Revitalize your own work amid the richness of Goddard’s Port Townsend writing community at Fort Worden, while developing strong connections with fellow alumni and Goddard… Continue reading A Gift for Yourself: The Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat

Register Now: Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat

Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat Fri, Feb. 10 – Monday, Feb. 13, 2017, Port Townsend, Washington It’s here! We are thrilled to announce the second annual Lighthouse Writers Conference and Retreat (LWC&R). Revitalize your own work amid the richness of Goddard’s Port Townsend writing community at Fort Worden, while developing strong connections with fellow alumni… Continue reading Register Now: Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat

Another Sneak Preview: CLOCKHOUSE Volume Four!

CLOCKHOUSE Volume Four will be presented to the CWC and MFAW community at a Preview Reading and Celebration during the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat, and it will be published in July.   To give a sense of what we can all look forward to, here’s CLOCKHOUSE Editorial Director Sarah Cedeño’s introductory note to the… Continue reading Another Sneak Preview: CLOCKHOUSE Volume Four!

To the Lighthouse!

Think back to your time at Goddard. The moment of arrival on campus, the first glimpse of your friends and fellow writers from previous residencies. Late nights listening to work at Goddard student salons, exchanging ideas about writing, writers, and literature over a few beers, a glass of wine, or a plate of microwaved nachos.… Continue reading To the Lighthouse!

One Registration Closes, Another Opens

By Kathryn Cullen-DuPont It’s been wonderful to see the Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat (LWC&R) come together and welcome the registrations of its first participants.   February 12-15 promise to be four wonderful conference and retreat days on the Port Townsend program site, featuring: An opening panel featuring Sarah Kishpaugh, Alison Bailey, and Theresa Barker Writing… Continue reading One Registration Closes, Another Opens

A Long Weekend of Good Work: Offerings at the First Annual Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat

New writers’ conference created by Goddard MFAW alumni in Port Townsend is launching next month. An exciting four days of programming is in the works right now. Join us!