CWC Statewide Picnic in Oakland – July 20th
In lieu of a general meeting in July, the Berkeley Branch of the CWC invites members to welcome our colleagues from all over California to our own historic Joaquin Miller Park.
As the legend of the 1909 founding of CWC goes, Joaquin Miller used to invite his writing friends, including Jack London, Gertrude Stein, and John Muir to his home for picnics, literary discussions, and bohemian theatrics in the flat area that is now the Fire Circle. In the 1930s the CWC helped to create Joaquin Miller Park as it is today.
The picnic, open to all CWC members and their guests, combines eating, reading, networking, camaraderie and our popular “Lit Cake” competition! The festivities begin with a potluck picnic. CWC will provide hot dogs and hamburgers. Please bring a side dish to share and your own beverages. Feel free to participate in our Open Mic and Literary Cake Decorating Contest!