Welcome to the winter/spring season of programming! Though fall has its own dedicated season, winter/spring spans two seasons that, when weather allows, feel distinct. There is the hunkering down and turning inward of winter—that quiet of the first snowfall and the darkness that, for a time, comes earlier each day. But then there is also the spring—the awakening and renewing, the greening of our favorite neighborhood trees.

As we enter this season of gratitude, I want to thank you for your support of the Hudson Valley Writers Center this year, and invite you to remember us in your end-of-year giving.

Photo: Thomas Brunot The Hudson Valley Writers Center is excited to announce the appointment of Beth Whitaker as its Executive Director, effective immediately. Beth Whitaker brings over 25 years of experience in writer-focused programming and organizational leadership at premier cultural institutions. As Executive Director, she will lead HVWC’s strategic vision and oversee all operations, including marketing, fundraising, and community engagement. Whitaker was selected throug

On November 1st, we proudly presented Luminations: Writing the Windows Project, an afternoon of original ekphrastic poetry from ten award-winning poets who wrote among—and about—Union Church's historic Chagall and Matisse windows.

The editors of Slapering Hol Press are proud to announce Gabriel Furshong's AROUND THE COUNTRY A CHASM as the winner of the 2025...

Photo: Margaret Fox We extend our deepest gratitude to all those who attended our Annual Benefit, “One Together In One Single Sky.” It...

The Hudson Valley Writers Center is proud to announce another successful year of Writers Express Youth Summer Camps.

As the new Program Director of HVWC I want to personally welcome all of you to our rapidly-approaching fall season! Since my April 1 start date, I have been busy curating a wide range of programming that I hope you will find inspiring and personally rewarding.

Whether you’re a seasoned writer, just getting started, or simply love literature, we hope this blog will help you stay informed and inspired.