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Venue

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Welcome to Dogwood on Lake Norman!

Enjoy 60 acres of tree-lined, lake front property in Sherrill's Ford, NC. Rest on one of the many screened porches, walk in the woods, dip your toes in the lake. Take a deep breath and dive into your creative work. We're here to make book magic!

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Lodging

Hotel-style rooms with private bathrooms, two double beds, linens, mini-fridges, K-cup supplies, and toiletries offer Single and Double Occupancy options. The common room of each lodge is equipped with K-cup machine, sink, large fridge, seating, and screened porch. If selecting Double Occupancy, you must determine your own roommate. SCBWI does not select or connect roommates.

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Facilities

Free onsite parking and free Wi-Fi. Light walking required to navigate this ADA compliant campus.

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Dining

*NEW* this year: choose your meals! Cafeteria dining is available as an add-on option in Dogwood's lakefront dining room. Friday and Saturday night dinners are included and will be catered by an offsite provider. Review the dining menus below to determine which meals to add to your cart.

Dining Menus

Dinner Thursday 9/18

  • Taco Bar - corn tortillas, ground beef, lettuce, tomato, cheese, onions, black olives, salsa, sour cream, tortilla chips
  • Chef's choice of sweets

Breakfast Friday 9/19, Saturday 9/20, Sunday 9/21

  • Buffet selection of yogurt, fruits, hot & cold cereals, bacon, eggs, sausage, biscuits, coffee, tea

Lunch Friday 9/19, Saturday 9/20

  • Build Your Own Sandwich Bar - selection of deli meats (ham, turkey, chicken) and cheeses, pickles, lettuce & tomato, bread options.
  • Salad bar - mixed greens, black/green olives, broccoli, cauliflower, cucumber, cheeses, chick peas or black beans, croutons, bacon bits, choice of dressings
  • Chef's choice of sweets

INCLUDED Catered Dinners Friday 9/19, Saturday 9/20

  • MENUS COMING SOON

Alcohol – Dogwood employees are not licensed to sell, store, or touch alcoholic beverages onsite. Attendees will manage their own beverages.

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