What is The National League of A merican 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 luncheon meetings featuring speakers and musicians, and sponsors conferences, arts shows, seminars, salons, and outings that further the artistic development of its members and the community. Our Girls Court program, now in its third year demonstrates our outreach.

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.

Who can join NLAPW?

If you are a...

Writer. editor. artist. poet. playwright. screenwriter. journalist. or composer.you belong in PEN WOMEN !

Have you.

• Published a book?
• Had your artwork shown in three juried shows?
• Been paid for three works of art or writing?
• Composed original music?
• Written a play?

See MEMBERSHIP requirements.

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

Top Reasons to join the National League of A merican Pen Women:

• 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.
• To be part of a vibrant community of writers, artists, and musicians sharing our accomplishments, challenges, and inspirations.
• To network with Pen Women peers across the United States.
• To meet those whose work you have admired, and to be a part of an organization of creative women of all ages and backgrounds.
• To mentor and be mentored, and share experiences and information with those who face similar challenges in creating - or marketing - their work.
• To stimulate your creative juices through the many Pen Women activities (luncheons, conferences, retreats, salons, etc.).
• To be of service on an individual basis or in leadership roles within the organization.

NLAPW Honolulu offers:

• Monthly luncheon meetings/speakers you won't want to miss.
• Personal listing with images of your work on the Honolulu Branch website.
• Monthly newsletter announcing your accomplishments, awards, and upcoming events.
• Biennial Art Exhibition for members, with cash awards.
• Biennial Writers' Conference, featuring distinguished speakers and hands-on workshops.
• Biennial Writing Competition, also with cash awards.
• Subscription to The Pen Woman, the NLAPW's national magazine.
• An invitation to stay at the historic Pen A rts mansion, our national headquarters, when you visit Washington, DC.
• An enthusiastic Executive Board with members who are dedicated to the Honolulu Pen Women programs.

A BOUT THE HONOLULU BR A NCH

A subsidiary of the National organization, the Honolulu Branch, known as the Honolulu Pen Women, conducts and promotes creative and educational activities in A rt, Letters, and Music. Honolulu Pen Women have participated in juried art shows, published their work and had it performed, and through shared artistic experience, have developed lasting friendships.

The Honolulu Pen Women gather for lively luncheon meetings once a month, usually the first Wednesday of the month, from 11:30 A M 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 guest speaker.

Non-members interested in the arts may also attend luncheon meetings, although reservations are required. If you would like to receive notices of monthly meetings by email, please click email killeens@hawaii.rr.com . Your email address will only be used for this purpose.

In even-numbered years, members organize the NLAPW BIENNIAL WRITERS' CONFERENCE. These inspiring Honolulu conferences are a unique opportunity to learn from seasoned writers and published authors and are open to all interested residents and visitors.

In conjunction with the conferences, the Honolulu Branch conducts 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 A la Puumalu St., Honolulu HI 96818.

NLAPW HONOLULU BR A NCH OFFICERS 2008-2010

President: Nancy P. Moss (Letters) 808-395-5524

hawaiimoss@msn.com

Vice President: Susan Killeen (Letters) 808-373-2288

killeens@hawaii.rr.com

Recording Secretary: Barbara Clemens (Letters)

Treasurer: Carol Egan (Letters)

eganc001@hawaii.rr.com

Membership: Susie Anderson ( A rt)

syartist@hawaii.rr.com

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

CONTACT US

Questions? Email Nancy Moss, Honolulu Branch President