Bellingham Events

Join us on various Wednesday evenings from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.Signing up ahead of time is required. Space is limited.

We'll be updating the website to include new information—including contact information for each Schmooze—so make sure you check now and then. We will also send out email reminders. Not getting emails from the network? Email Mattie at readwheel@earthlink.net and ask to be put on the list.

The Schmooze host will keep a list of those who have signed up, as well as a waiting list in case of cancellation. Directions to the location will be sent upon confirmation of sign-up.

March 19, 2008, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Theme: HAPPY EVER AFTER:
What makes a good ending to a book? What makes a bad ending? Have you ever finished a seemingly great book only to feel disappointed in how things were resolved? What books have your favorite endings? Let’s set aside the often-talked-of beginnings of books to spend a night discussing the also-important endings. Come prepared to share a book that’s ending stands out – for better or for worse.
Host: Kjersten Hayes
Please RSVP by email or phone, (360) 734-6555. Space is limited to the first 12 participants. Kjerten will send directions.

May 21, 2008
Theme: BROWSE the BOOKSTORE: A MARKETING RESEARCH TECHNIQUE
Host: Village Books

June 18, 2008
Theme: TBD
Host: Nancy Foulke

July 23, 2008
Theme: TBD
Host: Bloedel Donovan: Potluck at the Park

A Schmooze is...

A Schmooze is a gathering of children's writers and illustrators designed to share knowledge, great news, and companionship. They are free activities offered by the SCBWI-Bellingham Network.
A Schmooze is a great place to meet local authors and illustrators - people like you who share your interests and goals. At a Schmooze, you'll have the chance to network, make friends, and get connected.
Occasionally guest speakers will be featured at a Schmooze, however, they are usually meetings that are structured around roundtable discussions about various topics of interest to children's writers and illustrators.

A Schmooze isn't...

A Schmooze is not a fix-it, nor is it a forum for critique, though critique groups can grow out of a Schmooze.

Contact Information

If you would like to volunteer to hold a Schmooze at your home, would like to join our planning committee, or just want to be sent updates from the Bellingham Network via email, please contact Mattie Wheeler at readwheel@earthlink.net or by phone at 360-734-4766.