GWI Events Schedule
Fall 2026 Co-Working, Workshops, and Retreats
Full GWI Events Calendar - Subscribe and RSVP
Join our graduate writing events and retreats, ranging from social co-working to targeted workshops to full-day retreats for dedicated writing time, and always with GWI-provided refreshments or meals for enhanced productivity!
Food and space setups are based on headcount, so please tap the event RSVP link and let us know you're coming!
Pre-Semester August Events
Coffee and Co-Working in Westport
Date: Saturday, August 15, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Two Sugars Coffee - Westport, 1412 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111; parking lot entrance on Wyoming St.
GWI provides: Hot and iced coffee, delicious pastries
Vibe: Energizing, cozy, and highly productive
Coffee and Co-Working Details and RSVP
Writing Al Fresco at Rock Island Bridge
Date: August 18, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Rock Island Bridge, 1799 American Royal Dr, KCMO 64108
GWI provides: Light lunch and sunscreen; outside food welcome
Vibe: Scenic, breezy, and low-pressure
Writing Al Fresco Details and RSVP
Casual Writing at Casual Animal Brewery
Date: August 19, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Casual Animal Taproom, 1725 McGee St, KCMO 64108
GWI provides: cheese and pepperoni pizza from Buffalo State Pizza; attendees are welcome to purchase their own drinks from the taproom bar
Vibe: Relaxed, social, and fun