for writers, readers and fans of the spoken word
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For any of our events or workshops, including *ticketed* classes that you have to pre-pay or pre-register for, you can ONLY get your tickets through us or the instructor for the workshop. *DO NOT* fall for spammers who are trying to sell their "tickets". They are thieves and crooks. Sorry to have to post this.>
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Read about our AWESOME INSTRUCTORS HERE!!!
For any of our events or workshops, including *ticketed* classes that you have to pre-pay or pre-register for, you can ONLY get your tickets through us or the instructor for the workshop. *DO NOT* fall for spammers who are trying to sell their "tickets". They are thieves and crooks. Sorry to have to post this.>
Download and read our Student and Classroom Policies HERE
Read about our AWESOME INSTRUCTORS HERE!!!

PAYMENTS
Our Square Point of Sale system can be a little confusing, and there's nothing we can do about this. Our best instructions:
1 - make your selection
2 - answer the questions
3 - click ATTEND
4 - a pop up screen "YOUR CART" should appear, click CONTINUE TO CART ~ OR ~ click on the "shopping cart" icon on the top of your screen
5 - check the quantity and other info (edit if needed)
6 - click CONTINUE TO PAYMENT and complete -- you can use SquarePay, GooglePay or scroll down to enter debit or credit cards
If all else fails, you can call the art center to pay over the phone: 770-207-8937
Our Square Point of Sale system can be a little confusing, and there's nothing we can do about this. Our best instructions:
1 - make your selection
2 - answer the questions
3 - click ATTEND
4 - a pop up screen "YOUR CART" should appear, click CONTINUE TO CART ~ OR ~ click on the "shopping cart" icon on the top of your screen
5 - check the quantity and other info (edit if needed)
6 - click CONTINUE TO PAYMENT and complete -- you can use SquarePay, GooglePay or scroll down to enter debit or credit cards
If all else fails, you can call the art center to pay over the phone: 770-207-8937

Book Signing with Barbara Barth
Sunday, February 16 from 2 - 4 pm
Free event, open to the public
Meet the author book signing and fundraiser for MWCA.
A poetic dog memoir -- a small book of second chances -- by author Barbara Barth. If you love dogs, you will love this charming free-verse poetry book on all the rescue dogs that have rescued her.
SPECIAL GUESTS!!
Partner with us to learn more about the Humane Society of Walton County and meet some adorable and adoptable rescue pets.
All sales go directly to MWCA as donations.
Bring photos of your rescued pets for a show and tell.
Light refreshments will be available.
Sunday, February 16 from 2 - 4 pm
Free event, open to the public
Meet the author book signing and fundraiser for MWCA.
A poetic dog memoir -- a small book of second chances -- by author Barbara Barth. If you love dogs, you will love this charming free-verse poetry book on all the rescue dogs that have rescued her.
SPECIAL GUESTS!!
Partner with us to learn more about the Humane Society of Walton County and meet some adorable and adoptable rescue pets.
All sales go directly to MWCA as donations.
Bring photos of your rescued pets for a show and tell.
Light refreshments will be available.

Book Signing with Anne-Marie Bilella
Value-Add Yourself
Sunday, March 2 from 2 - 4pm
Come check out the new book, Value-Add Yourself, by local entrepreneur, Anne-Marie Bilella. The book helps guide you on finding your special skills or superpower to create your own money-making side gig or full time business.
With inspirational stories, actionable insights and expert advice, Value-Add Yourself empowers you to embrace your true potential and embark on a journey of entrepreneurial success.
It's time to add value to your life and the lives of others by sharing your gifts with the world!
Value-Add Yourself
Sunday, March 2 from 2 - 4pm
Come check out the new book, Value-Add Yourself, by local entrepreneur, Anne-Marie Bilella. The book helps guide you on finding your special skills or superpower to create your own money-making side gig or full time business.
With inspirational stories, actionable insights and expert advice, Value-Add Yourself empowers you to embrace your true potential and embark on a journey of entrepreneurial success.
It's time to add value to your life and the lives of others by sharing your gifts with the world!

Walton Writers
Joining Walton Writers Facebook group is recommended to help you stay up-to-date on their meetings and workshops.
FIRST THURSDAY WALTON WRITERS MEETING:
This meeting is free and open to the public.
Meetings hosted through ZOOM online.
Meets every first Thursday (of most months) from 6 - 8 pm. Topics and speakers vary from month-to-month. In November and December they will have a different meeting schedule due to city of Monroe events on the usual meeting nights. Email Barbara for more info.
Hosted by our Literary Arts Chair, Walton Writers founder and published author Barbara Barth.
Joining Walton Writers Facebook group is recommended to help you stay up-to-date on their meetings and workshops.
FIRST THURSDAY WALTON WRITERS MEETING:
This meeting is free and open to the public.
Meetings hosted through ZOOM online.
Meets every first Thursday (of most months) from 6 - 8 pm. Topics and speakers vary from month-to-month. In November and December they will have a different meeting schedule due to city of Monroe events on the usual meeting nights. Email Barbara for more info.
Hosted by our Literary Arts Chair, Walton Writers founder and published author Barbara Barth.
Not Your Mama's Book Club meets in our Book Nook the last Tuesday of each month from 7 - 9 pm. No Meetings in December. Enjoy reading? You'll have fun in our Book Club - a collection of fabulous ladies discovering new worlds through books. To learn more, ask to join the group's Facebook page: Not Your Mama's Book Club! |
SCRIBBLERS Christian Writers Club
NEW DATE - Friday, Feb 21 at 10:30am Scribblers Christian Writers Club (www.scribblersweb.com) has occasional monthly meetings. The next meeting is scheduled for Friday, Feb 21 at 10:30 am. Please RSVP to Marlene Buchanan by emailing her at [email protected] Please confirm future meeting dates and RSVP to Marlene Buchanan by emailing her at [email protected] To be a regular participant, you must be a Scribblers Member, but you may visit one time to see if the group is a good fit for you. Southern Sisters in Crime Writers Group NEW DATE - Friday, Feb 21 at 1:00pm RSVP to Marlene Buchanan by emailing her at [email protected] They are members of the National Sisters in Crime. You do not have to be a mystery writer to join, just enjoy the genre. Contact Marlene [email protected] for details if you are interested in attending either of these groups. MWCA only provides a meeting space for these two groups. For more information, please contact Marlene. |
We have a lovely and relaxing place for you to browse books by local authors, read or log into our WIFI and get a little quiet work done! Are you a published author? Contact us about carrying your works in our shop. We can also host your book launch or book signings! Visit our Book Nook today! And by the way, if your Book Club would like a free place to meet, contact us! We'd be happy to host your book club meeting during our open hours. |