Events
For information on event schedules and registration, please consult our event calendar.
PSBA offers a variety of events and programs that are described below. If you are interested in suggesting a program or event, please contact the Program Committee.
Event and Workshop Descriptions
Salons
Salons are an in-person gathering facilitated by a member (or guest) on a specific topic or collection. Registration may be required depending on the venue. Salons are largely informal without a detailed agenda. There is no compensation to individuals facilitating the Salon. Free to members.
Lectures/Presentations
Lectures and Presentations are held in person or via on-line meeting platforms. Compensation is offered to the presenter ($250 honorarium per event). Registration is required with members receiving priority registration. Registration opens to non-members two weeks after the event is posted. Free event to all registrants.
ZOOM Lunchtime Conversations
Held monthly, our lunchtime conversations feature nationally recognized book artists and scholars. These programs are recorded and available on our YouTube channel.
Mini-Workshops
Mini-workshops are a benefit of membership. They typically last 4 hours or less and are offered in- person or via an on-line meeting platform. Often taught by a member with a focus on a specific skill or technique. Compensation is provided to the teacher ($300 honorarium per event). The event coordinator attends for free. The fee is $25 plus materials. Unless an exception is made, the workshop should be designed to accommodate a minimum of 10 individuals. PSBA underwrites a portion of the event (can vary slightly event to event).
Workshops
Workshops taking place over 1-2 days. Teacher/Instructor compensation varies and is set by the teacher/instructor fee. The workshop coordinator attends for free. Members receive priority registration. Scholarships are available to PSBA members.
Meet-Ups
Meet-ups are informal gatherings (approximately 1 ½ - 2 hours) organized to bring together membership in different geographic locations (i.e. Olympia, Tacoma, Bellingham). A PSBA member(s) serve as the facilitator. There is no compensation to individuals facilitating the Meet-up. Registration is typically not required. Free to members, however, depending on the facilitator, these may be open to the general public as a potential recruitment option for new members. Additional information on regional meetups can be found on our Membership page.
Free Classes
Classes are a benefit of membership and are generally offered via an on-line meeting platform by a PSBA member. Classes are free to members. Occasionally PSBA will open these short Online Classes to the general public to encourage interest and potential membership in PSBA.
