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SCBWI CenCal Writers and Illustrators Day 2026

08 Wednesday Jul 2026

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The 2026 SCBWI CenCal Writers and Illustrators Day will take place at the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District Auditorium

by Ann Rousseau Smith, SCBWI CenCal News Liaison

Join us for CRAFT, CREATIVITY, AND COMMUNITY at Writers and Illustrators Day 2026!

Meet up with other creatives on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District Auditorium, 1605 E. Burnley Street in Camarillo (same as last year). Lunch is provided. In addition to our speakers and first pages panel, we’ll be offering written critiques, writing contests, prizes, and a chance to mingle with other writers and illustrators. There will be an optional pitchfest on the next Saturday, October 31, 2026, via Zoom.

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SCBWI CenCal’s Writers and Illustrators Retreat by the Sea

14 Wednesday Jan 2026

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Art by Trish Heully, winner of the 2026 retreat logo contest

by Ann Rousseau Smith, SCBWI CenCal News Liaison

Join us for a weekend of adventure, pursuing creativity at the Cavalier Oceanfront Resort in San Simeon along the beach – March 6-8, 2026. You decide how much you want to participate. Choose to do as much or as little as you wish.

The Cavalier Oceanfront Resort, San Simeon

The early-bird price of $350 includes all meals, a short introductory talk by literary agent Kayla Cichello of Upstart Crow, inspirational critique groups, plenty of time to write and create, and evening campfire fun – perfect for those who just want to get away and concentrate on writing or illustrating.

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