NLAPW Hosts "Branching Out" Convention
Combing Centennial Cherry Blossom Festival activities with National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) events, League members host their 2012 biennial convention, "Branching Out."
Washington, DC, February 10, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Well-known for their nation-wide creative arts activities, the National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) challenge those who participate in the centennial Cherry Blossom Festival to "branch out" – attend events that expand an exposure to 21st century art, author readings and music concerts. Held April 19th -21st at L’Enfant Plaza Hotel this event showcases the works of award winning NLAPW members as well as Festival events held through out the District of Columbia (DC).
Branching Out – 2012 Biennial Convention
Featuring poet laureate poetry readings, music concerts, a national juried art exhibit, awards presentations, tour of the Pen Arts building, and creative arts workshops, the convention is open to the public. Students, novices, or professionals explore niche arts while celebrating a centennial event. Visit the Library of Congress, experience breath-taking views of DC’s cherry blossoms while cruising on the Potomac River or explore a juried art exhibit at the Charles Sumner museum. For details of registration, visit web site www.nlapw.org option, Biennial Convention.
National League of American Pen Women
Founded in 1897, the NLAPW is a recipient of the Literary Hall of Fame Award in recognition for their contribution to the cultural life of the United States and the George Washington Honor Medal sponsored by the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge for their collaborative effort to promote an understanding and appreciation of America’s rich heritage and unique freedoms. Consisting of more than 100 branches located throughout the United States, membership is comprised of three comprehensive classifications: Letters, Art, and Music. For details, visit web site www.nlapw.org or contact the national headquarters by email at nlapw1@verizon.net, by phone at 202-785-1997, or by mail at NLAPW, 1300 Seventeenth St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036-1973. Or, follow League activities through face-book group National League of American Pen Women or Twitter ID NLAPW or link to ‘YouTube’ NLAPW.
National League of American Pen Women, Linking Creative Women Since 1897
Side-bar: NLAPW Biennial Convention, April 19th-21st, L’Enfant Plaza Hotel, Washington DC, admission varies depending on event. For details, visit www.nlapw.org or call 202-785-1997.
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Branching Out – 2012 Biennial Convention
Featuring poet laureate poetry readings, music concerts, a national juried art exhibit, awards presentations, tour of the Pen Arts building, and creative arts workshops, the convention is open to the public. Students, novices, or professionals explore niche arts while celebrating a centennial event. Visit the Library of Congress, experience breath-taking views of DC’s cherry blossoms while cruising on the Potomac River or explore a juried art exhibit at the Charles Sumner museum. For details of registration, visit web site www.nlapw.org option, Biennial Convention.
National League of American Pen Women
Founded in 1897, the NLAPW is a recipient of the Literary Hall of Fame Award in recognition for their contribution to the cultural life of the United States and the George Washington Honor Medal sponsored by the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge for their collaborative effort to promote an understanding and appreciation of America’s rich heritage and unique freedoms. Consisting of more than 100 branches located throughout the United States, membership is comprised of three comprehensive classifications: Letters, Art, and Music. For details, visit web site www.nlapw.org or contact the national headquarters by email at nlapw1@verizon.net, by phone at 202-785-1997, or by mail at NLAPW, 1300 Seventeenth St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036-1973. Or, follow League activities through face-book group National League of American Pen Women or Twitter ID NLAPW or link to ‘YouTube’ NLAPW.
National League of American Pen Women, Linking Creative Women Since 1897
Side-bar: NLAPW Biennial Convention, April 19th-21st, L’Enfant Plaza Hotel, Washington DC, admission varies depending on event. For details, visit www.nlapw.org or call 202-785-1997.
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Sylvia Hoehns Wright
804-672-6007
www.nlapw.org
Sylvia Hoehns Wright
804-672-6007
www.nlapw.org
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