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Awards Banquet
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Awards Banquet
Gala Awards Banquet & Keynote Address by Marc AcitoSaturday, August 2nd
6:30pm
Mt. Hood Ballroom
The festivities begin at 5:30 with No-Host Networking in the Mt. Hood Foyer.
Willamette Writers will honor writers with these awards:
- Lifetime Achievement
- Distinguished NW Writer
- Humanitarian Award
Join us as we present these awards, the Kay Snow Writing Contest Awards, and the Willamette Writers/Barnes & Noble Kate Herzog Writing Scholarships. Oregon Book Award winner Marc Acito will deliver the keynote speech on how to turn rejection into redemption. Acito, a syndicated humorist, is the author of How I Paid for College and Attack of the Theater People. He is a writer, actor, opera singer, and one of the funniest men alive.
Menu, choice of one; make your selection when you register:
- Black Angus Tri Tip
Olive Oil, Garlic and Herb Marinated, Sliced Thin in a Burgundy Mushroom Sauce
- Fresh Grilled Pacific Salmon
With Tomato Caper Vinaigrette
- Stuffed Portobello Mushroom
Herb Marinated, Filled with Sautéed Spinach, Leeks and Sweet PotatoesServed with Caesar Salad and dessert. Open bar available.
Registration options: You must select the option to attend the banquet ($40) and choose your dinner menu selection. You may also purchase additional tickets ($40) for guests to attend the banquet with you.