September  2025

“My hope is that we continue to nurture the places that we love, but that we also look outside our immediate worlds.”  ~ Annie Leibovitz, Photographer

Greenwich Pen Women, a branch of the National League of American Pen Women is a non-profit organization of women artists, writers, and musicians. We offer mutual support and exchange of ideas to encourage and inspire excellence in original creative work.

Dear Greenwich Pen Women,

As the days get a little shorter and the air turns crisp, it’s a natural time to reflect on the season that’s passed and look forward to the one ahead. And what a season it’s been! This summer was a beautiful continuation of our shared passion.

Instead of a traditional “kick-off,” this feels more like a continuation of the creative energy we’ve built. You’ve shown that creativity doesn’t take a summer vacation. The wonderful attendance at our critiques and the excitement around our outings, like the exploration of Seven Bridges, proved just how dedicated and connected we are. Seeing the remarkable achievements of our members is the greatest inspiration of all.

I am so proud to be part of a community that is always creating, always growing, and always supporting one another. This fall, let’s continue to be that source of inspiration for each other. Whether you’re a visual artist, a musician, or a writer, there are so many opportunities for us to connect and create together.

We have a vibrant calendar planned to start the new season!

• Book Discussion: On September 8th, join Doris Mady at the Perrot Library as she leads the second of three discussions on one of her favorite books, Lonesome Dove.
• Film Discussion: On September 16th, let’s join Roberta Seret via Zoom for a discussion on the film The Crime is Mine, a comedy. This film can be rented for free on Amazon Prime, so be sure to watch it beforehand to ensure a rich discussion.
• Fall Fling Luncheon: And of course, we’re so excited to get together for our Fall Fling Luncheon on September 30th at the home of Deb Weir! This is a perfect opportunity to reconnect and celebrate the start of a new season.

New Programs for the Fall

I’m thrilled to announce two new offerings designed to expand our creative horizons.

• The Writer’s Launchpad: This seven-week pilot program is for any unpublished member who wants to learn the art of writing, no matter your experience level. If you’ve only ever written a to-do list, this is for you! The program, led by Andrea Pettite, will meet on Zoom on Tuesdays from 6-8 p.m., beginning September 30 and running through November 11th. We are looking for a minimum of six members to join. Email Deb Weir or Cathy Horn to sign up.
• Online Art Share: In exciting news for our visual artists, we’re also launching our very first online Art Share! This is a chance for our painters, sculptors, and other visual artists to showcase their work with the group. We will accept one submission from the first 20 artists. Please be prepared to share a little about your piece, including its title, medium, and inspiration. We encourage you to invite your friends to join us! We’ll be sending out more information on how to submit soon.

Last, but certainly not least: we are pleased to welcome two NEW Letter Members: Carol Japha and Ying Li. To save you from scrolling we have added a NEW Spotlight Page.  Please visit them there.

Here’s to another season of collaboration and creativity!

Onward and upward,

Adrienne Reedy