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September Writers Mingle with David Beers

Sep 13

September 13, 2026

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM15:00 – 17:003:00 PM – 5:00 PM

September Writers Mingle with David Beers

September 13, 2026

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM15:00 – 17:003:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Connect with other writers of all genres and experience levels in a relaxed setting—and even sit down and write for a bit, if you’re so inspired. Come and go anytime. Short program at 3:45.

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September 13, 2026

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM15:00 – 17:003:00 PM – 5:00 PM

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August 28, 2026

Making Home: Creative Placemaking Workshop Videos Now Online

August 28, 2026

Learn more about ways we’re building a stronger creative community in Rutherford County through the RAA’s arts advocacy interest group!

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August 28, 2026

August 27, 2026

In Process, Bloom Stage, Writers’ Circle, Release Party, and More!

August 27, 2026

September has all kinds of local opportunities for local readers and writers! Poetry, storytelling, romance, a writers mingle, and more!

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August 27, 2026

August 7, 2026

RAA Happenings, August Edition

August 7, 2026

August marks the opening of applications for the RAA K–12 Needs-Based Scholarship Program—plus many great happenings in all genres of art!

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August 7, 2026

August 1, 2026

Bookstore Romance Day, Back-to-School, My Birthday, and More!

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June 30, 2026

Hallowed Ground Exhibit Invites Viewers to See Local Landscape Through New Lens

June 30, 2026

Hallowed Ground: Reflections on Stones River National Battlefield, a new exhibit by local photographer and naturalist Jane Powell, is now on display through November as part of Rutherford County’s America 250 celebration.

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June 30, 2026