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Knoxville Writers Guild

Where Writers Find Their People!

Join us for Monthly Programs and Quarterly Workshops!

Writers Welcome Here

Thu, Feb 05
February Meeting
Knoxville
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Feb 05, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Knoxville, 126 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
The dynamic duo INK will provide a special interactive live performance and engaging discussion about their creative process and overcoming stage fright.
Sat, Feb 07
Our Gardens, Ourselves
UT Gardens Knoxville
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Feb 07, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
UT Gardens Knoxville, 2518 Jacob Dr, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA
Join Knoxville’s Poet Laureate at UT Gardens for a morning of inspiration, technique, and growth. Participants will learn about the art of writing poetry and try their hand at nature-inspired writing under the tutelage of Linda Parsons, esteemed poet.
Thu, Jul 16
Declaration: I AM Tennessee
East Tennessee History Center
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Jul 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
East Tennessee History Center, 601 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902, USA
To celebrate being a Tennessean in 2026, the United States’ 250th birthday, the Knoxville Writers Guild is partnering with Knoxville Poet Laureate Linda Parsons and the East Tennessee Historical Society for the writing project Declaration: I Am Tennessee.

2026 Poetry Contest

Declaration: I Am Tennessee

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Final Judge:

Linda Parson

Knoxville Poet Laureate

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Memberships

Adult Membership

$35

35

Every year

Over 21 years old membership

Valid until canceled

Youth/Student Membership

$20

20

Every year

For students and youth under 21 years old.

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