Ragdale’s ninth annual Novel Affair brings together renowned authors and artists, for two evenings of creativity and conversation in support of Ragdale, the artist retreat in Lake Forest, IL. The event offers guests the opportunity to be engaged, inspired, and challenged by the artists and their work.

The weekend begins with an optional VIP champagne reception with all featured artists and authors in the private Walled Garden at Crab Tree Farm on Friday, October 2 at 5:30pm and concludes with an intimate dinner and lively discussion with one of the artists or authors at a private home of distinction on Saturday, October 3 at 6:30pm.