What is The National League of American Pen Women? The National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW), a professional organization for women artists, composers, and writers, promotes the development of creative talents of professional women in the arts. The national organization has over 5,000 members; the Honolulu Branch has over 80 members and affiliated Friends.

The Honolulu Branch holds monthly lunch meetings featuring speakers and musicians, and sponsors conferences, arts shows, seminars, salons, and outings that further artistic development of its members and the community.

Who are NLAPW members?

NLAPW members are female professionals who produce creative works in one or more of these membership classifications: Art, Letters, and Music. Members form a vibrant network of writers, artists, and musicians who support each others' efforts and help promote arts in the community at large and in education.

Who can join NLAPW?

If you are a...

writer editor

artist poet

playwright screenwriter

journalist composer

And if you are a WOMAN.

You belong in PEN WOMEN!

Within the last five years.

. Have you published a book?

. Has your artwork been shown in

three juried shows?

. Have you been paid for three works

of art or writing?

. Have you composed original music?

. Have you written a play?

For a complete list of membership requirements: http://www.nlapwhonolulu.org/membership.html

"If you can join only one professional arts organization, join the Honolulu Pen Women." -Shan Correa, award-winning writer

The top ten reasons for joining the National League of American Pen Women

One To be a member of a highly respected professional organization with headquarters in Washington, DC, and a tradition of excellence in the fields of Art, Letters, and Music. 

Two To be part of an organization that is not limited to just writers, or artists, or composers - in Pen Women, we have them all, and are richer for sharing our joys, challenges, and inspirations.

Three To enjoy networking with Pen Women - your peers - across the United States . 

Four To meet people whose work you've long admired, and to be a part of a vibrant community of women artists and writers of all ages and backgrounds. 

Five To mentor and be mentored, to share experiences, mistakes, and information with those who face similar challenges in creating - or marketing - their work. 

Six To laugh, have fun, and celebrate. 

Seven To stir up your creative juices through the many stimulating Pen Women activities (meetings, conferences, retreats, salons, etc.). 

Eight To be of service on an individual basis or in leadership roles within the organization.

Nine To grow in self-confidence. 

Ten To be in a community where others understand your professional difficulties and truly rejoice in your successes.

"What I learn from exposure to people in other arts weaves into my work. I pick up nuances and color that enhance a poem, article, or story. It's the rubbing elbows with people who have talents different from yours that helps you grow in your craft." --Dorothy Winslow Wright, , internationally published poet & writer

NLAPW Honolulu offers

. Stimulating monthly luncheon meetings you won't want to miss!

. A personal listing with images of your work on the Honolulu Branch website.

. A monthly newsletter to announce your accomplishments, awards, and upcoming events.

. A Biennial Art Exhibition for members, with cash awards, for winners.

. A Biennial Writer s' Conference, featuring distinguished speakers and hands-on workshops.

. A Biennial Writing Competition, also with cash awards for winners.

. Opportunities to participate in National Pen Women conferences and competitions.

. Subscription to The Pen Woman , the NLAPW's national magazine.

. An invitation to stay at the historic Pen Arts mansion, our national headquarters, when you visit Washington , DC .

. An enthusiastic Executive Board with members who are dedicated to enhancing the benefits and the joys of Honolulu Pen Women.

ABOUT THE HONOLULU BRANCH

Currently the Honolulu Branch, known as the Honolulu Pen Women, is 65 members strong: 29 in Art, 30 in Letters, 4 in both Art and Letters, and 2 in Music. Many Honolulu Pen Women have received honors and awards for outstanding work, and have developed deep and lasting friendships over the years. For a partial list of members, see MEMBERS

The purpose of the Honolulu Branch is to conduct and promote creative and educational activities in Art, Letters, and Music.

The Honolulu Pen Women gather for lively luncheon meetings once a month, usually the first Wednesday of the month, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, September through May. The agenda typically consists of a short business meeting, a musical presentation, and a program by a featured speaker. Check NEXT MEETING for meeting place, menu, and program. Non-members, interested in the arts, may attend meetings. Reservations are required!

The agenda typically consists of a short business meeting, a 5-minute highlight of one member’s work or experience, a musical presentation, and a program by a featured speaker. For a list of past speakers and topics, see HISTORY.

In even-numbered years, members organize the well-known NLAPW BIENNIAL WRITERS' CONFERENCE. These inspiring conferences are unique in Honolulu and are open to all writers.

In conjunction with the conferences, the Honolulu Pen Women conduct a respected literary competition: the LORIN TARR GILL WRITING COMPETITION, held in memory of writer Lorin Tarr Gill, a long-time Branch member who died in 1979. The competition is open to the public and is carried on with primary support from the Gill family.

In odd-numbered years, members organize the NLAPW BIENNIAL ART EXHIBITION. Biennial Art Shows are held at the beautiful Honolulu Country Club Art Gallery, 1690 Ala Puumalu St. , Honolulu HI 96818 .

2006-2008 Executive Committee:
Joan Gencarelli, Pres
Barbara Clemens, V.P.
Ria Keltz-Remenar, Treasurer
Nancy Moss, Recording Secretary
Dorothy Wright - Corresponding Secretary


2006-2008 Chairpersons:
Music Chair: Claire Rivero
Art Chair: Liz Train and Linda Hutchinson
Membership: Joy Gold
Newsletter: Jo Judy

For information about Membership qualifications and categories or how to become a Friend of the Pen Women, check MEMBERSHIP.

We invite you to visit
"INSIGHTS" - the 2005 NLAPW Biennial Juried Art Show

April 3 - July 1st. 2005

Juried by Alan Leitner

The show's reception on April 3rd was a celebration of the arts &
our Branch's 80th birthday. This was a party for all our members, friends and families.

Honolulu Country Club Art Gallery