The 2012 Inprint Poets & Writers Ball promises to be a festive celebration of the literary arts, with great readings, engaging conversation, literary decorations, and the company of fellow readers and writers. Here is a schedule of the evening's festivities:

Saturday, February 18, 2012
Houston Country Club
1 Potomac Drive

Black Tie

6:30 pm
COCKTAILS AND TOURING THE TABLE DECORATIONS
Literary themed tables are decorated by Gala Committee members and guests, featuring books and items from personal collections.

7 pm
READINGS
Short salon style readings given by Robert Boswell, ZZ Packer, and Ann Weisgarber.

8:15 pm
DINNER
Menu designed by Elouise "Ouisie" Jones. The music of Latin Carnival will accompany dinner.

9:00 pm
TALK
Guest speaker Justin Cronin gives a talk over coffee and dessert.