California: San Francisco North and East Bay 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.
SF North & East Bay - Cozy Coffee Sipping & Sketchbook Party
Nov 01, 2025
1 event
Online event
Unlimited seats
Welcome, November! As the month of appreciation approaches, join us for cozy morning of sketching, sipping, and sharing creative energy. Bring your favorite coffee or tea, upload a photo of a place you love by 10/29 and settle in as we draw environment figures together. It’s the perfect mini art break before the holiday rush. Free for SCBWI Premium Members, $10 for Non-Members. Register by 11:59 PM on October 29!
SF North/East Bay -- From Dull to Dazzling: Transform Your Writing with Symbolism with Jessica Vitalis
Nov 08, 2025
1 event
Online event
Unlimited seats
Join award-winning author Jessica Vitalis as she shows how to captivate readers with indelible images and deep emotional connections by mastering the use of symbolism. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore different types of symbolism and practice techniques for generating and incorporating symbolism into your writing to make your stories shine.
SF North/East: Creative Retreat at Ratna Ling
May 15, 2026 - May 17, 2026
1 event
Available seats 0
Ratna Ling Retreat Center, 35755 Hauser Bridge Road, Cazadero, CA.
NEW LOCATION! SINGLE ROOMS are back!! Join us at the beautiful RATNA LING RETREAT CENTER in Sonoma County. No programs, just time and space to write and illustrate. Let the bucolic surroundings inspire you!