So I set out to write my own songs… writing songs is like an exposure of the nervous system.” — Joni Mitchell
Our Mission: 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.
October 2026
President’s Letter
Happy Fall!!!
As the crisp autumn air settles in and the vibrant colors of fall begin to overtake our New England landscape, I hope you are finding those quiet moments to tune into your own creative nervous system — whether that means putting brush to canvas, pen to paper, or finding a new melody at the piano. Fall always feels like a second chance at a fresh start, doesn’t it?
To kick off this season of rich traditions, I’m so looking forward to hosting our Fall Luncheon this coming Thursday, October 1st, and catching up on what you have all been working on over the summer months. Even before we gather, I can feel the warmth and shared inspiration waiting for us. We also have another wonderful chance to get together soon for a fun outing with member Arabela Gandy in Nyack on Saturday, October 10th! (Check your email for details!! And looking just a bit further down the road, mark your calendars now: our festive Holiday Party is officially locked in for Tuesday, December 8th at the House Up On The Hill, a beautiful art-inspired venue at HMTX! It is going to be a magical celebration of our creative sisterhood to cap off the year.
Reflecting on that spirit of creative connection, I want to send a heartfelt thank you to Roberta Seret for her presentation on the film La Grazia. It sparked a truly enriching conversation for all of us who participated!
I also want to take a moment to shine a well-deserved spotlight on our very own Cathy Horn, whose wonderful book was recently featured in The Pen Woman magazine! Huge congratulations, Cathy, for sharing your incredible work with the wider world. It is moments like this that remind us how much our branch shines when our members put their art out into the universe.
Also featured in The Pen Woman, National has announced a new poetry competition for non-members titled the Discovery Competition. Our branch will be participating, but we will need your help to spread the word! This is a wonderful way to introduce non-member women to Greenwich Pen Women. Please share this exciting opportunity with your poet friends—full details will be posted on our website soon.
Our branch always thrives when we welcome new voices into our circle. As we embrace this new season of inspiration, let’s make it a goal to grow together. If you know a local writer, artist, or musician who might benefit from the mutual support and encouragement we share, please invite them to an upcoming gathering or pass along our branch details. Every new creative soul adds a vibrant new color to our palette.
I look forward to seeing you all at our upcoming gatherings and sharing in the rich work you’ve been creating.
Wishing you a beautiful start to October! Be sure to visit the Spotlight and meet Lucinda Watson.
Onward and upward,
Adrienne Reedy
President, Greenwich Pen Women
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Meet Letters Member, Lucina Watson in this month’s Spotlight!
While it’s always lovely to meet a new Pen Woman, you don’t have to be a new member to be in the Spotlight. If you attend our events and people are hard-pressed to recognize you, perhaps it’s time to appear in the Spotlight! As we all grow and it could be fun to hear what new paths you are pursuing.
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