Kghia Gherardi: July 2008 Archives
To submit your book event to this weekly listing, please contact Kghia Gherardi.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30
1:00 pm
SLT Murder She Wrote (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/173/134/22
Published author Cora Hawker reads from her thriller/horror novel “The Lesser of Two Evils”. Not for the faint-hearted. (GATHERING HELD AT THE STONE CIRCLE)
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6:00 pm
Book Discussion: Blonde Faith by Walter Mosley (Mystery Manor)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Info%20Island/182/160/33
Walter Mosley is is a major writer in the detective genre. The social issues he raises add another dimension to the stories he tells. Held in the Gazebo behind Mystery Manor. Moderated by Max Batra
6:30 pm
Fairy Tale Discussion: The Dragon and the Buttercup (Fiction & Lattes)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Healy/206/64/103
And we will be reading a fairy tale written by out very own Telitha Merlin! I’ve attached a copy of it, please read it ahead of time so we can talk about it right away! See you There! Wednesday, July 30-6:30 PM Fiction & Lattes CoffeeHouse-The Dragon and the Buttercup
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7:00 pm
Storyteller Rei Hax (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Rei Hax continues the reading of “Elder’s Game” by Orson Scott Card
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THURSDAY, JULY 31
3:00 p.m
Sci Fi Reading (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/173/134/22
Huckleberry Hax reads from his SL novel “The Day is Full of Birds” (GATHERING HELD AT THE STONE CIRCLE)
*****
7:00 pm
Storyteller Shandon Loring (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Chief Storyteller Shandon Loring delights us with Celtic Myths and Legends and stories of the little people in the Catskill Mountains of New York state
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 2
Noon
Book Trivia (Quiz for the Brits): Construction, Buildings and Landmarks (Bookstacks)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Tholtfinger/47/131/49
I have no idea what to say about this week’s topic. It should be unusual, if nothing else. The winner takes home $L250.
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Noon
Exhibit Opening, and conversation with the Curator: Augusta Ada Byron King - A Fairy in Your Corner” (Caledon Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Caledon%20VictoriaCity/52/203/23
For our new exhibit “Augusta Ada Byron King - A Fairy in Your Corner”
August 1 - October 25th, 2008
Curated by Siri Woodget
“I can throw rays from every quarter of the universe into one vast focus”
Mesmerism, flying machines, Romantic verse and proto-computers…. Ada Byron (King), otherwise known as Lady Lovelace (1815-1852), stands at the intersection of Victorian art and science. Daughter of the renegade Lord Byron and his more numerically minded wife Annabella Milbanke, Ada was born with dual powers: her gift was to grasp and render mathematical theory with the immediacy of poetry.
Ada’s deep friendship with the mathematician Charles Babbage — designer of the steam-powered Difference and Analytical Engines — placed her at the origins of the computer age, and her genius for metaphor translated his theories into terms accessible to the educated layman. Most famous for her notes on the Analytical Engine, which some say represent the first computer program, Ada was admired and courted by the great minds of the day, including Michael Faraday, the pioneer of electromagnetics, and Charles Dickens.
As a woman, an intellectual and a mathematician, Ada cuts a compelling figure. Although she died young, her contributions to the history of computer science are significant. Join us in a celebration of her unique contribution, and find out how a young Victorian woman became the First Lady of computer programming.
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2:00 pm
Storyteller Elder Priestman (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Elder Priestman, another one of our new storytellers, begins reading tales from “Zion’s Cause” by Jim Peyton, tales from the old South
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 3
11:00 am
Moocher’s Meet Book Lover’s Social (Bookstacks)
TBA
We are combining this week’s Moocher’s Meet with a beach party at our house. I’ll send out the location on Sunday before the gathering. I have a dj and rope swing, so plan on having a good time.
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2:00 pm
Trivia Quest (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/173/134/22
As the name implies, it is all about trivia - a night of trivia to be exact (or as we Brits like to call it a PUB QUIZ). This week I will write the questions which will be based on Bruce Sprinsteen and The Simpsons. Winner takes home L$250; DRESS THEME: THE SIMPSONS- Best dressed wins L$250 (GATHERING HELD IN THE LOUNGE BAR OF THE MAIN HOUSE, MILK WOOD)
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5:00 pm
Poetry Open Mic (Blue Angel Poets’ Dive)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Windermere/224/194/34
The Blue Angel Poets’ Dive hosts a poetry open mic each Sunday night at 5pm. We haven’t missed a Sunday of hosting since August of 2006! So we will be here. Come on by!
And bring a poem, why don’t you? Or just kick back and enjoy the verbal vibe in dive bar comfort. The evening culminates with a poetry challenge to keep your lead sharp.
BYOB (Bring Your Own Bongos, or use ours!)
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MONDAY, AUGUST 4
2:00 pm
Aianna Oh Storyteller (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/173/134/22
Real Life Storyteller, Aianna Oh shares her wonderful fantasy book. (GATHERING HELD AT THE STONE CIRCLE)
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WEEK-LONG EVENTS
Daily, Sunday - Friday
Noon-1:00 pm
The URU Book Club Readings (URU)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Bestone/183/92/21
Live Book Readings at the Explorers Community Center (starting a new book - The Long Walk by Slavomir Rawicz). Must have voice enabled to hear the reading.
To submit your book event to this weekly listing, please contact Kghia Gherardi.
TUESDAY, JULY 22
2:00 pm
Open Mic Poetry (Catcher in the Rye)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Twist%20of%20Fate/209/193/27
Come join Catcher in the Rye to share your favorite poems, or listen as people read their own. Reading will take place in both text and voice, a microphone is not necessary, but being able to listen on voice is helpful.
Original poetry is especially encouraged and welcome! The meeting will be lead by the very talented Mr. Sabreman Carter. Hope to see you all there!
*****
7:00 pm
Storyteller Han Sontse (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
One of our new storytellers, who likes Sci/Fan stories, reading ‘Ariel - Abook of the Change’ by Steven R. Boyett
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 23
1:00 pm
SLT Murder She Wrote (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/173/134/22
Published author Cora Hawker reads from her thriller/horror novel “The Lesser of Two Evils”. Not for the faint-hearted. (GATHERING HELD AT THE STONE CIRCLE)
*****
3:00 pm
Oral Interpretation of Poetry (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/173/134/22
Julian Hifeng will teach an eight-part course in “Oral Interpretation of Poetry” at Milk Wood. The class begins Wednesday, July 9 at 3PM SLT. (GATHERING HELD AT POET’S WOOD, MILK WOOD)
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6:00 pm
Fairy Tale Discussion Group: Puss in Boots (Fiction & Lattes)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Healy/206/64/103
We have been reading so much about the ladies, its about time we read a good tale with a male character first and foremost! And who can possibly resist a cat wearing boots? Give the story a read and think on similarities with other stories, symbolism and realizations as to its content that might come about. Have an alternate version? Bring it along to share with the group! This group is conducted in text chat…you are welcome to use voice, just be sure you are willing to type for those who can’t hear!
*****
7:00 pm
Storyteller Rei Hax (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Rei Hax continues the reading of “Elder’s Game” by Orson Scott Card
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THURSDAY, JULY 24
3:00 p.m
Sci Fi Reading (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/173/134/22
Please join us as we christen our new library on (belated) St. John’s Eve, the holiest day of the Voodoo calendar. A celebration of growth and moving forward, we’ll baptize the newest addition to the New Toulouse neighborhood in gin and gumbo. After a brief ceremony, music and dancing will be provided in New Toulouse style!
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5:00 pm
Poetry Reading (Fiction & Lattes)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Healy/206/64/103
Bring your favorite poetry…by any author or, yourself! Please have a
bit of info about the author…not much just a little….and enjoy reading
OR listening to poetry. Please be voice activated. 
You don’t have to talk but need to have this feature enabled in order
to hear. I will be reading selections from James Dickey and Elizabeth
Bishop.
*****
7:00 pm
Storyteller Shandon Loring (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Chief Storyteller Shandon Loring delights us with Celtic Myths and Legends and stories of the little people in the Catskill Mountains of New York state
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FRIDAY, JULY 25
2:00 pm
SLT Trivia Quest (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/173/134/22
As the name implies, it is all about trivia - a night of trivia to be exact (or as we Brits like to call it a PUB QUIZ). Pit your brains against the man in the machine - whoever he might be. Highest score at the end of the night wins L$500. (GATHERING HELD IN THE LOUNGE BAR OF THE MAIN HOUSE)
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6:00-8:00 pm
The Second Annual Bookbinders Ball (Caledon Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Caledon%20Carntaigh/83/183/25
A Formal, Fancy Dress ball in Caledon, to celebrate The Caledon Library’s collaboration with Radio Riel on their FFRC supported “Shakespeare Summer” project.
Hosted by JJ Drinkwater of the Caledon Library & the Alexandrian Free Library, Gabrielle Riel of Radio Riel & Riel Events, and the funloving folks of Info Island’s TX950. The theme of this event is “What’s in a Name?” and you are invited to come as your favorite Shakespearian Actor, Character, or Play. We will once again be playing our Guessing Game, where you fill out your “Library Card” with the names of fellow revelers whom you have “checked out” for the dance, and your guesses as to what their costume represents. Join us for an evening of very literate festivity indeed!
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SATURDAY, JULY 26
Noon
Book Trivia (Quiz for the Brits): Children IN Literature (Bookstacks)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Tholtfinger/47/131/49
They go walking through the woods, seeing things they shouldn’t see, saying things they shouldn’t say, yet those children are important characters in books. The winner takes home $L250.
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2:00 pm
Storyteller Elder Priestman (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Elder Priestman, another one of our new storytellers, begins reading tales from “Zion’s Cause” by Jim Peyton, tales from the old South
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2:30-4:30 pm
Shakespeare Summer Ball #2: Romeo and Juliet (Caledon Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Caledon%20Carntaigh/83/183/25
Come and experience the Masquerade Ball in at the villa of the Capulets, from Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. All attendees are encouraged to come in Renaissance garb, or costumes inspired by any of the play’s numerous interpretations. If you want, come and roleplay one of the characters from the play….Balconies *will* be provided! Sponsored by the Caledon Library and Produced by Riel Events.
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6:00 pm
Literary Discussion Group: The Tragedy of Julius Ceasar (Fiction & Lattes)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Healy/206/64/103
Discussion of Caesar, Antony, and the conspirators……not to mention the absent Cleopatra!
Please be voice activated! You don’t have to talk but need to have this feature enabled in order to hear. If you have not read the play…no worries….I can guide u through it and can send u a notecard with a summary…just IM me! ~SIDDA LEIGH
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SUNDAY, JULY 27
11:00 am
Book Discussion: Great Short Story Collections (Bookstacks)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Tholtfinger/47/131/49
Short story collections are often overlooked when we discuss books, yet they are just the thing when you need a quick read. Whether you read ZZ Packer’s Drink Coffee Elsewhere, the collected short stories of Mark Twain, or Jimmy Buffet’s Tales from Margaritaville, tell us about collections you enjoy.
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2:00 pm
Trivia Quest (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/173/134/22
As the name implies, it is all about trivia - a night of trivia to be exact (or as we Brits like to call it a PUB QUIZ). This week I will write the questions which will be based on Library & Information Science, Food & Nutrition, and The Simpsons. Winner takes home L$250; DRESS THEME: MASTERS AND SERVANTS- Best dressed wins L$250 (GATHERING HELD IN THE LOUNGE BAR OF THE MAIN HOUSE, MILK WOOD)
*****
5:00 pm
Poetry Open Mic (Blue Angel Poets’ Dive)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Windermere/224/194/34
The Blue Angel Poets’ Dive hosts a poetry open mic each Sunday night at 5pm. We haven’t missed a Sunday of hosting since August of 2006! So we will be here. Come on by!
And bring a poem, why don’t you? Or just kick back and enjoy the verbal vibe in dive bar comfort. The evening culminates with a poetry challenge to keep your lead sharp.
BYOB (Bring Your Own Bongos, or use ours!)
*****
6:00 pm
Literary Discussion Group: The Tragedy of Julius Ceasar (Fiction & Lattes)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Healy/206/64/103
Discussion of Caesar, Antony, and the conspirators……not to mention the absent Cleopatra!
Please be voice activated! You don’t have to talk but need to have this feature enabled in order to hear. If you have not read the play…no worries….I can guide u through it and can send u a notecard with a summary…just IM me! ~SIDDA LEIGH
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MONDAY, JULY 28
2:00 pm
Aianna Oh Storyteller (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/173/134/22
Real Life Storyteller, Aianna Oh shares her wonderful fantasy book. (GATHERING HELD AT THE STONE CIRCLE)
*****
6:00 pm
Book-to-Film: To Kill a Mockingbird (Bookstacks)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Tholtfinger/47/131/49
Join us for our monthly discussion of great books turned into great films. This week will discuss the classic Harper Lee novel, To Kill a Mockingbird and the equally classic film version of it (view it online at http://tinyurl.com/6×9uzj).
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WEEK-LONG EVENTS
Sun, July 20 - Sat, July 26
Shakespeare Summer: Romeo and Juliet (Caledon Library)
Radio Riel: http://music.radioriel.org
The second month of Shakespeare Summer, produced by Radio Riel in cooperation with the Caledon Library, and funded by the Foundation for Rich Content. Radio Riel’s “From The Library” programming all this week will feature music from, thematically connected to, or providing commentary and sidelights on, The Bard’s eternally popular play of the impetuosities and tragedies of youthful love. Programming & events this week lead up the the Romeo & Juliet Ball on July 26th. Visit Radio Riel at http://radioriel.blogspot.com/ for details of the programming
*****
Daily, Sunday - Friday
Noon-1:00 pm
The URU Book Club Readings (URU)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Bestone/183/92/21
Live Book Readings at the Explorers Community Center (starting a new book - The Long Walk by Slavomir Rawicz). Must have voice enabled to hear the reading.
TUESDAY, JULY 15
2:00 pm
Open Mic Poetry (Catcher in the Rye)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Twist%20of%20Fate/209/193/27
Come join us to share your favorite poems, or listen as people read their own. Reading will take place in both text and voice, a microphone is not necessary, but being able to listen on voice is helpful.
Original poetry is especially encouraged and welcome! The meeting will be lead by the very talented Mr. Sabreman Carter. Hope to see you all there!
*****
6:00 pm
Storytelling/Open Mic: AineMari Flanagan and David Itamae (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Stories of all sorts, plus open mic
*****
7:00 pm
Storyteller Han Sontse (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
One of our new storytellers, who likes Sci/Fan stories, reading ‘Ariel - Abook of the Change’ by Steven R. Boyett
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 16
1:00
Murder She Wrote (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/172/140/22
Published author Cora Hawker reads from her thriller/horror novel “The Lesser of Two Evils”. Not for the faint-hearted. (Gathering held at the Stone Circle)
*****
3:00 pm
Oral Interpretation of Poetry (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/128/44/2
Julian Hifeng will teach an eight-part course in “Oral Interpretation of Poetry” here at MILK WOOD. (Gathering held at Poet’s Wood)
*****
5:00-6:00 pm
Fairy Tale Discussion Group: Puss in Boots (Fiction & Lattes)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Healy/206/64/103
We have been reading so much about the ladies, its about time we read a good tale with a male character first and foremost! And who can possibly resist a cat wearing boots? Give the story a read and think on similarities with other stories, symbolism and realizations as to its content that might come about. Have an alternate version? Bring it along to share with the group! This group is conducted in text chat…you are welcome to use voice, just be sure you are willing to type for those who can’t hear!
*****
7:00 pm
Storyteller Rei Hax (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Rei Hax continues the reading of “Elder’s Game” by Orson Scott Card
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THURSDAY, JULY 17
5:00 pm
Poetry Reading (Fiction & Lattes)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Healy/206/64/103
Bring your favorite poetry…by any author or, yourself! Please have a
bit of info about the author…not much just a little….and enjoy reading
OR listening to poetry. Please be voice activated. You don’t have to talk but need to have this feature enabled in order to hear. I will be reading selections from James Dickey and Elizabeth Bishop.
7:00 pm
Storyteller Shandon Loring (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Chief Storyteller Shandon Loring delights us with Celtic Myths and Legends and stories of the little people in the Catskill Mountains of NY state
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SATURDAY, JULY 19
Noon
Book Trivia: Towns & Villages (Bookstacks)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Tholtfinger/47/131/49
This week’s trivia is all about settings, specifically towns and villages. Test your knowledge at Bookstacks Trivia. Winner receives $L250.
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2:00 pm
Poetry & Pints: Flowers & Gardens (Bookstacks)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Tholtfinger/47/131/49
This month’s Poetry & Pints has a theme, flowers and gardens! Bring your poems to share in text or voice. You will want to have voice on to hear others reading.
*****
2:00 pm
Storyteller Elder Priestman (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Elder Priestman, another one of our new storytellers, begins reading tales from “Zion’s Cause” by Jim Peyton, tales from the old South
*****
5:00 pm
Literary Discussion Group: The Tragedy of Julius Ceasar (Fiction & Lattes)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Healy/206/64/103
Discussion of Caesar, Antony, and the conspirators……not to mention the absent Cleopatra!
Please be voice activated! You don’t have to talk but need to have this feature enabled in order to hear. If you have not read the play…no worries….I can guide u through it and can send u a notecard with a summary…just IM me! ~SIDDA LEIGH
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SUNDAY, JULY 20
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Book Moochers’ Sunday Social (Bookstacks)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Tholtfinger/47/131/49
A social gathering for all book lovers, writers, and others with a literary interest. Bookstacks recently expanded to include a little beach property, so this week we are meeting there. Beachwear and books. Great combination.
11:00 am
Feminist Science Fiction Reading Group (Minerva)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Minerva/161/77/32
We’ll be reading Native Tongue, by Suzette Hayden Elgin. We’ll be meeting under the big tree at the south end of the beach. If you haven’t finished the book, you can still join in the discussion. Go to the discussion questions page http://minerva.wetpaint.com/page/Elgin
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2:00-3:00 pm
Book Discussion: The Sea Wolf by Jack London (Steelhead Public Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Steelhead/123/185/24
A discussion of Jack London’s stirring epic. From bibliomania.com “The Sea-Wolf was published in 1904, during the time of London’s great successes with The Call of the Wild, published the year before. It tells of Humphrey Van Weyden, an amateur literary critic who finds himself picked up by the sealing schooner Ghost when the ship that he is travelling on across the San Francisco Bay collides with a steamer. A new central character emerges in the form of Wolf Larson. Larson is a fierce, strong and ruthless industrialist. After the Ghost rescues some refugees near Japan on its sealing expedition, Larson and Van Weyden come into conflict over the poet Maude Brewster. In time Brewster and Van Weyden manage to escape to a desert island together. However, in time, the Ghost finds itself drawn to them half-wrecked and without a sail. Larson is now in a sorry, semi-paralysed state and even though Van Weyden and Brewster manage to find a way to sail the ship away, Larsen dies a sad and individualistic creature while Van Weyden shows his nature as a moral and decent individual.”
*****
2:00 pm
Trivia Quest: Anatomy, Movies & Children’s Books (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/128/44/2
As the name implies, it is all about trivia - a night of trivia to be exact (or as we Brits like to call it a PUB QUIZ). Harriet Gausmann is writing the questions and hosting this week. Dress theme: MOVIES. Quiz winner: $L250 and Best-dressed winner: $L250. (Gathering held in the Lounge Bar of the Main House)
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MONDAY, JULY 21
2:00-3:00 pm
Fantasy Storytelling (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/128/44/2
A book discussion and look at the historical whailing industry of New England.
The Great American Novel? A great treatise on ..or apolgy for…whaling? A great throbbingly overworked phallic metaphor? A great bloody bore? Herman Mellivle’s “Moby-Dick, or The Whale” is revered and controversial, loved and derided. The novel is also an enduring source of cultural references, from the highfalutin’ all the way down to Jeff Smith’s graphic novel series “Bone”…and a certain Great White Coffee Chain. What’s sure is that it is a great walloping leviathan of a novel, stuffed with brilliant prose, skillful metaphor, sly humor, and narrow observation.
All misunderstood cetaceans, obsessed captains, idle observers, dauntless harpooners, and sweet-talking bosuns are welcome to join us, whether they have read the work or not
Contact Trudy Takacs for more information
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6:00-8:00 pm
Book Discussion: Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare (Caledon Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Caledon%20Victoria%20City/30/180/23
Bellicose Tybalt, fanciful Mercutio, the bawdy Nurse, the compassionate Friar, the tender and tragic lovers, the proud Capulets and the haughty Montagues, each strut and fret their hour upon the stage in Shakespeare’s endlessly popular, endlessly reinterpreted tragedy of young love’s power and pathos. All are welcome at this discussion, whether they have read the play or not.
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WEEK-LONG EVENTS
Sun, July 20 - Sat, July 26
Shakespeare Summer: Romeo and Juliet (Caledon Library)
Radio Riel: http://music.radioriel.org
The second month of Shakespeare Summer, produced by Radio Riel in cooperation with the Caledon Library, and funded by the Foundation for Rich Content. Radio Riel’s “From The Library” programming all this week will feature music from, thematically connected to, or providing commentary and sidelights on, The Bard’s eternally popular play of the impetuosities and tragedies of youthful love. Programming & events this week lead up the the Romeo & Juliet Ball on July 26th. Visit Radio Riel at http://radioriel.blogspot.com/ for details of the programming
Daily, Sunday - Friday
Noon-1:00 pm
The URU Book Club Readings (URU)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Bestone/183/92/21
Live Book Readings at the Explorers Community Center (starting a new book - The Long Walk by Slavomir Rawicz). Must have voice enabled to hear the reading.
TUESDAY, JULY 8
6:00 pm
Storytelling/Open Mic: AineMari Flanagan and David Itamae (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Stories of all sorts, plus open mic
*****
7:00 pm
Storyteller Han Sontse (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
One of our new storytellers, who likes Sci/Fan stories, reading ‘Ariel - Abook of the Change’ by Steven R. Boyett
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 9
1:00
Murder She Wrote (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/172/140/22
Published author Cora Hawker reads from her thriller/horror novel “The Lesser of Two Evils”. Not for the faint-hearted. (Gathering held at the Stone Circle)
*****
3:00-4:00 pm
Poetry Discussion Group: Robert Frost (Fiction & Lattes)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Healy/206/64/103
Fiction and Lattes Coffeehouse…and if you have a favorite Frost poem or one you have written, please share it with us!
Your host, Sidda Leigh, looks forward to meeting you AND gathering
suggestions for future poetry events! This group is conducted in text
chat…you are welcome to use voice, just be sure you are willing to type
for those who can’t hear!
*****
3:00 pm
Oral Interpretation of Poetry (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/128/44/2
Julian Hifeng will teach an eight-part course in “Oral Interpretation of Poetry” here at MILK WOOD. The class begins Wednesday, July 9 at 3PM SLT. (Gathering held at Poet’s Wood)
*****
5:00-6:00 pm
Fairy Tale Discussion Group: Vasilisa the Beautiful (Fiction & Lattes)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Healy/206/64/103
Finally a different kind of fairy tale, where the woman isn’t oh so helpless! Have an alternate version? Bring it along to share with the group! This group is conducted in text chat…you are welcome to use voice, just be sure you are willing to type for those who can’t hear!
*****
7:00-8:00 pm
Poetry Writing Workshop with Dov Whiteberry (Steelhead Public Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Steelhead/123/185/24
Dov Whiteberry, renowned Vermont poet and educator
is welcomed back to the Steelhead Library for our continuing poetry
workshop series. Poems don’t have to rhyme - honest!
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7:00 pm
Storyteller Rei Hax (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Rei Hax continues the reading of “Elder’s Game” by Orson Scott Card
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THURSDAY, JULY 10
7:00 pm
Storyteller Shandon Loring (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Chief Storyteller Shandon Loring delights us with Celtic Myths and Legends and stories of the little people in the Catskill Mountains of NY state
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SATURDAY, JULY 12
Noon
Book Trivia: Inns, Hotels & Hostelries (Bookstacks)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Tholtfinger/47/131/49
Inns, Hotels, and Hostelries provide intriguing setting for so many books and plays. Test your knowledge at Bookstacks Trivia. Winner receives $L250.
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2:00 pm
Storyteller Elder Priestman (West of Ireland Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/West%20of%20Ireland/44/171/26
Elder Priestman, another one of our new storytellers, begins reading tales from “Zion’s Cause” by Jim Peyton, tales from the old South
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3:00-4:00 pm
Literary Discussion Group: Richard III (Fiction & Lattes)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Healy/206/64/103
Richard III is one of the most charismatic characters of Shakepeare’s plays. What makes him so? His ability to play the part of a character apart from his character in the play! His cruel nature woven with a sharp wit and a devious mind…but we cannot help but love him! Join us as we discuss Richard III, and how and why we can relate to this marvelous character.
Your host, Sidda Leigh, looks forward to meeting you AND gathering suggestions for future literary events! This group is conducted in text chat…you are welcome to use voice, just be sure you are willing to type for those who can’t hear!
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3:00 pmEbook discussion & Virtual Book signing (Book Island Publishing Village)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Book%20Island/171/198/36
First, come and join the discussion about E-books - The Digital Future of Reading. We'd love to know your thoughts.
After that, author Rae Lori will be talking about her current romantic suspense release Before Dawn Breaks and giving out signed book covers and book excerpts (in cute little SL books!
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SUNDAY, JULY 13
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Book Discussion: Books Worth Re-reading: Make a Case for your Favorite (Bookstacks)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Tholtfinger/47/131/49
Some books really are worth re-reading. This is your opportunity to talk about yoru favorites.
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2:00 pm
Trivia Quest: Anatomy, Movies & Children’s Books (Guild of UK Writers)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Scotland%20Plarmigan/128/44/2
As the name implies, it is all about trivia - a night of trivia to be exact (or as we Brits like to call it a PUB QUIZ). Harriet Gausmann is writing the questions and hosting this week. Dress theme: MOVIES. Quiz winner: $L250 and Best-dressed winner: $L250. (Gathering held in the Lounge Bar of the Main House)
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MONDAY, JULY 14
4:00-5:00 pm
Book Discussion in SL New England: Moby Dick & Yankee Whaling (Caledon Library)
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Mystic/234/145/23
A book discussion and look at the historical whailing industry of New England.
The Great American Novel? A great treatise on ..or apolgy for…whaling?
A great throbbingly overworked phallic metaphor? A great bloody bore?
Herman Mellivle’s “Moby-Dick, or The Whale” is revered and
controversial, loved and derided. The novel is also an enduring source
of cultural references, from the highfalutin’ all the way down to Jeff
Smith’s graphic novel series “Bone”…and a certain Great White Coffee
Chain. What’s sure is that it is a great walloping leviathan of a
novel, stuffed with brilliant prose, skillful metaphor, sly humor, and
narrow observation.
All misunderstood cetaceans, obsessed captains, idle observers, dauntless harpooners, and sweet-talking bosuns are welcome to join us, whether they have read the work or not
Contact Trudy Takacs for more information