The Writers' Colony

 As you can see from these photos Vicki took of Grotto Spring (right down the street from the Colony), Eureka may be cold but it's always festive!

We've had a bitter cold but beautiful winter so far. Even though today we're enjoying a respite from the cold, sleet, and icy roads, we know there's more on the way before we're through. Ever wondered why The Writers' Colony doesn't stay open all year long? Ever wondered why we don't invite you to be here through the yummy winter months when it's so nice to curl up in a cozy corner and write, write, write? Because when skies deliver ice and snow to Northwest Arkansas, hilly and steep Eureka Springs shuts down - and for good reason!

Yes, Arkansas is way down south to many of you, but our little corner of the Ozark Mountains has all four seasons, and winter came raging in this December. Schools were closed for days due to ice, and Eureka was all but impassable. It was a good but harsh reminder to us because each year we consider the option of staying open and each year, we err on the safe side and are usually glad we did.

But wait - spring will come! If you're considering your options for where you'll be writing next year, not to worry. There'll be plenty of warm, cozy writing time and space at the Colony when we re-open March 15. Want to reserve some? Contact Vicki at director@writerscolony.org . We're starting to fill in dates for 2010, so let us know when we can look forward to seeing you!

Stay warm,

Jennifer Hansen