• Drop-in Critique – 4th Wednesday

    Auburn City Hall - Rose Room 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603, CA, United States

    The fourth Wednesday of each month is our Drop-in Critique. These events are in-person only. Members may bring up to five pages of their work, double spaced, to read and receive feedback. For information please email goldcountrywriters1849@gmail.com To be held in the Rose Room at Auburn City Hall. Click here for address, map, and directions.

  • Writer’s Retreat at “The Ranch” in Penryn

    Attend a Writers Retreat hosted by Terry Wick at her beautiful ranch in Penryn, CA. Wednesday, July 30, 2025, from 10am to ? Bring a sack lunch & swimwear. Drinks […]

  • Nonfiction 1,500-Word Short Story Contest OPENS TODAY

    Gold Country Writers is excited to announce a contest for nonfiction stories up to 1,500 words. The contest aims to give local authors the opportunity to gain experience and build their credentials. Winners will be awarded the following prizes: First Place        $100 Second Place     $75 Third Place        $50 […]

  • Nonfiction 1,500-Word Short Story Contest Submissions Open Aug 6 – Sep 17

    Gold Country Writers is excited to announce a contest for nonfiction stories up to 1,500-words. The contest aims to give local authors the opportunity to gain experience and build their credentials. All three winning stories will be published on the Gold Country Writers website and in the Gold Country Media newspapers and online issues. Winners […]

  • Drop-in Critique – 2nd Wednesday

    Auburn City Hall - Rose Room 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603, CA, United States

    The second Wednesday of each month is our Drop-in Critique. These events are in-person only. Members may bring up to five pages of their work, double spaced, to read and […]

  • Special Event – Let’s Talk About Mentoring & Spin-Off Groups

    Auburn City Hall - Rose Room 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603, CA, United States

    Let's Talk about Mentoring and Spin-Off Groups Wednesday, August 20, 2025, from 10am to noon Learn from members who've benefited from the Mentoring Program. Hear about our active Spin-Off Groups and tell us what else you'd like to see. We need your input!           NOTE: No Speaker Meeting in August or […]

  • Drop-in Critique – 4th Wednesday

    Auburn City Hall - Rose Room 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603, CA, United States

    The fourth Wednesday of each month is our Drop-in Critique. These events are in-person only. Members may bring up to five pages of their work, double spaced, to read and […]

  • Drop-in Critique – 2nd Wednesday

    Auburn City Hall - Rose Room 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603, CA, United States

    The second Wednesday of each month is our Drop-in Critique. These events are in-person only. Members may bring up to five pages of their work, double spaced, to read and receive feedback. For information please email goldcountrywriters1849@gmail.com To be held in the Rose Room at Auburn City Hall. Click here for address, map, and directions.

  • September Speaker – Bob Stanley

    Auburn City Hall - Rose Room 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603, CA, United States

    Our speaker will be Bob Stanley on “Why Is This a Poem?” Bob Stanley, Sacramento Poet Laureate Emeritus, taught English and Creative Writing at Solano College, Sacramento City College, and […]

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