Illinois 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 Illinois Recording: Save the Cat for Picture Books: 15 Beats to Perfect Pacing with Annie Harmon

Feb 22, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026

1 event

Online event

Unlimited seats

You can attend this event live for free by visiting our regional webpage. Or purchase the recording for 30 days after the event.

SCBWI Illinois Recording: Creating Picture Books: From Idea... to First Draft... to FINISHED!

Mar 04, 2026 - Apr 04, 2026

1 event

Online event

Unlimited seats

You can attend this event live for free by visiting our regional webpage. Or purchase the recording for 30 days after the event.

SCBWI Illinois Recording: Both Sides of the Desk: An Editor-Turned-Agent Secrets

Mar 12, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026

1 event

Online event

Unlimited seats

You can attend this event live for free by visiting our regional webpage. Or purchase the recording for 30 days after the event.

2026 SCBWI-IL Spring Thaw - ONLINE

Apr 10, 2026 - May 12, 2026

4 event

Online event

Available seats 40

The SCBWI Illinois Region invites you to Choose Your Own Adventure at our 2026 Spring Thaw Online Event. Registration opens February 9th at noon CDT.

Standard price:$ 130

Price with membership:$ 99

2026 SCBWI-IL Spring Thaw - IN PERSON

Apr 10, 2026 - Apr 11, 2026

8 event

Available seats 32

Thatcher Woods Pavilion

The SCBWI Illinois Region invites you to Choose Your Own Adventure at our 2026 Spring Thaw Event. PLEASE NOTE: This is a half-day event. You will attend either the morning session from 9 AM - 12 PM or the afternoon session, from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Registration opens February 9th at noon CDT - limited attendance for maximum feedback opportunities.

Standard price:$ 145

Price with membership:$ 115