California: North/Central Regional events
Serious about improving your craft? SCBWI's regional events provide opportunities for professional growth and help you connect with a supportive, creative community.
SCBWI CA: North/Central - Monthly Chapter Meeting with SPECIAL GUEST BITSY KEMPER (Nov 2026)
Nov 11, 2026
1 event
Online event
Unlimited seats
Grab a cup of something cozy and join us on Zoom for our monthly CA: North / Central chapter meetup! This month, we’re excited to welcome Bitsy Kemper, a local PAL member, for a special presentation on How NOT to Launch a Book. Excited to launch your first or next book? Bitsy will share some of the things she's learned about book launches, including what works, what doesn't, and what she's learned along the way. Our monthly meetups are informal and welcoming, with a chance to connect with fellow writers and illustrators, hear about upcoming events and opportunities, and chat about publishing news, craft, and the creative life. Join us live to participate in the conversation! The meeting will also be recorded and available for 30 days afterward. This event is made possible by a grant from SCBWI and the Authors Coalition of America.
Holiday Gathering 2026 - Sacramento
Dec 12, 2026
1 event
Available seats 30
Ettore's (2376 Fair Oaks Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95825) - Back Patio
Come gather in Sacramento with fellow SCBWI KidLit friends to celebrate the holidays and toast a year of creativity! Arrive a little early to order food and drink from the counter. We have a spot reserved in the back patio. *** Book Exchange: If you'd like to participate in our annual gift exchange, please bring a wrapped children's book. (This year, we recommend supporting others by sharing a new book by one of your favorite authors and/or illustrators.)