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.

Standard price:$ 20
Price with membership:$ 15

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!

For Premium Members Only
Full
Free