Books & Arts

Join fellow creative souls as part of WPF’s Books & Arts special interest group.

The group gathers for lively book discussions, museum and artistic excursions.

Activities have included trips to New York City, NC Museum of Art, painting class with a local artist, book discussions, evenings at Eastern Music Festival performances, Triad Stage plays, and a variety of cultural experiences.

For more information, contact Books & Arts Co-chairs Kris Landrum and Michele Smith.

Upcoming Events

  • BOOKS & ARTS

    • July 24 @ 12:00 am - July 27 @ 12:00 am

    Blowing Rock Summer Outing-July 24th to 27th:  If you’re willing to sleep on a sofa bed or top bunk, we have room for two or three more women for this…

  • LADIES OF LEISURE and BOOKS AND ARTS

    • October 3 @ 8:00 am - October 5 @ 5:00 pm

    LADIES OF LEISURE and BOOKS AND ARTS National Storytelling Festival in Jonesborough, Tennessee October 3-5, 2025  Books and Arts and Ladies of Leisure are teaming up to plan a trip…

  • BOOKS & ARTS

    • January 23, 2026 @ 12:00 am - January 31, 2026 @ 12:00 am

    Books and Arts BVI Sailing Trip-January 2026 Last chance!  Only one spot left!  Please reach out to Kris Landrum ASAP if you are interested in participating.  We are exploring the…