Squaw Valley Community of Writers
Our goal is to assist writers to improve their craft and thus move them closer to publication.
July 17-24 (poetry), August 7-14, 2010 (writers/screenwriting)
http://www.squawvalleywriters.org/

Book Passage Mystery Writers Conference
Has a strong tradition of great authors and teachers. It covers everything mystery writers need - from developing ideas and writing skills to finding a publisher.
July 22-25, 2010
http://www.bookpassage.com/

Mendocino Coast Writers Conference
The Mendocino Coast Writers Conference is committed to writing for social change.
July 29 - August 1, 2010
http://www.mcwc.org/

Santa Barbara Summer Poetry Workshop
Poetry, writing, crafting, and discussion in a setting of inspiration and respect.
August 7-9, 2010
http://sbpoetryworkshop.com/SBSPW/Home.html

SOMETHING DIFFERENT FOR OUR MEMBERS:
Focus is on screenwriting, short films, books, short stories, plays, poems and comics. Members write reviews of other members work.  Purpose - Reviewers read others work and learns something about the craft in the process.  Website provides details. FREE   www.triggerstreet.com