I recognize that there are certain inherent risks associated with participation in The Writers Circle’s Workshops regarding COVID-19, and I acknowledge that TWC cannot guarantee that I, my family member(s), or others with whom I come into contact will not become infected with COVID-19. After carefully considering the risks involved, and in consideration of TWC’s willingness to conduct Workshops in person, I voluntarily assume the risk that I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by attending any of TWC's Workshops and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability and death. By signing this waiver and release, I acknowledge and agree that I a) understand the contagious nature of COVID-19; b) voluntarily assume the risk that me or anyone for whom I may be responsible may become infected, exposed or otherwise contract COVID-19 while attending, participating in or otherwise engaging in any Workshops at or in connection with The Writers Circle; and c) hereby waive, release and discharge The Writers Circle and its directors, owners, instructors, contractors, agents, heirs, or assigns from and against any and claims, injuries or liability of any kind whatsoever, including injury or death claims arising out of, relating to, or in any way connected to COVID-19, including, but not limited to claims based on allegations of negligence. *