Today we laid to rest in the Rollins Chapel the lovely and talented Susan Strother-Clarke, a columnist for the Orlando Sentinel. It was overwhelming how well-loved she was, by her devoted husband Ken Clarke, by her co-workers, and by her friends.
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For the friends of Kathleen Joy Sager Blackburn: Kat's memorial service is being held on Tuesday, October 3rd at 1 pm at the Women's Civic Club in College Park, 714 Dartmouth St. Rev. Shirley Pihl will officiate. If you plan to attend, please give Marilyn Chambers a call at 407-921-9983, or email her at m.chambers@earthlink.net so they know how many to expect.
Celebrations:
Julie Compton has a piece being published as a "Being There" feature in the Travel section of this Sunday's (October 1) Orlando Sentinel. The piece was written in response to a prompt in one of Jamie Morris' Woodstream Writers workshop sessions. Congratulations, Julie!
Scribblers Sharing Info:AN INTRODUCTION TO SCREENWRITING
On Wednesday, October 4, the Florida Writers Association Orlando Chapter hosts a presentation on screenwriting by AJ Robinson.
FWA's Greater Orlando Regional Director AJ Robinson was the head writer on the TV show, THE GREEN ROOM. His first screenplay, WICCAN'S LAIR, was produced by PC Productions, a local indie company. He's completed a dozen in all. Perhaps reflecting his devotion to, and admiration for, his wife and daughter, his stories feature strong female characters. That's true not only of his screenplays, but of the three novels he's completed as well.
Want to learn about that mysterious thing called a screenplay? What are the essential ingredients? Why is structure important? Do you need an agent to break into Hollywood? For the answers to these and all of your questions, come and hear AJ Robinson. He's our answer man in October.
Join us on Wednesday, October 4, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at the University Club of Winter Park on the corner of Park Avenue and Webster, just north of the heart of downtown Winter Park. The meeting is free and open to the public.For more information contact Tom Wallace at tommyflorida@earthlink.net, or at 407-332-0122.
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Mary Ann at MAD about Words writes:
We've got it going on. Check out our fall workshop schedule. We invite Scribblers to experience a variety of points of view on writing and the writing life from these gifted writers and teachers who know how to convey subtle elements of process and craft.
WRITING AROUND TOWN - THE SECRET GARDEN
Lezlie Laws, Professor of English, Rollins College Saturday, October 21, 2006
THE SHORT FICTION CRANK
Philip F. Deaver, Professor & Writer in Residence, Rollins College Saturday, October 28 & Saturday, December 2, 2006
REVISION AS WRITING
Suzy Spraker, Creative Writing, University of Central Florida Saturday, November 4, 2006
WRITING AROUND TOWN - ART & THE SPIRIT OF PLACE
Lezlie Laws, Professor of English, Rollins College Kären Blumenthal, Artist & Writer Saturday, November 18, 2006
YOGA AND WRITING
Theresa & Calvin Curameng, College Park Yoga; Lezlie Laws, Professor of English, Rollins College Saturday, December 2, 2006
WRITING AROUND TOWN - A HOLIDAY STRESS-BUSTER
Lezlie Laws, Professor of English, Rollins College Saturday, December 16, 2006
FOR LINKS TO WORKSHOP DETAILS & REGISTRATION FORMS:
web: http://www.madaboutwords.com/060922calendar.html
email: info@MADaboutWords.com
phone: 407.983.4450
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Don Paterson has cancelled his appearance at VCC for October 12th.
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Poet Claribel Coreano offers readers a firsthand view of her past and her continuing journey through life in her new collection titled, A Butterfly Flies Toward the Wind: A Collection of Poems, Thoughts, and Memories in English and Spanish (now available through AuthorHouse).
Coreano was born in Santiago, Dominican Republic. She moved to New York City with her family at 8 years old. After the blackout of 1977, they relocated to Connecticut. She received a bachelors degree in Human Services with a minor in Psychology from Belhaven College, Jackson, Miss., (Orlando, Fla., campus). She is currently pursing a masters degree and dreams of one day building an orphanage in the Dominican Republic and starting a program to help homeless teens with substance abuse problems. The 42-year-old divorcee currently lives in Derby, Conn. She raised four sons, one of which is currently serving the country in Afghanistan. A Butterfly Flies Toward the Wind is her first book.
For more information, please visit http://www.authorhouse.com/.
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Esther Coffield wants us to know about her new book:
Secrets of the Sassy Old Broads: When Skeletons in the Closet Start to Dance
go to: http://www.buybooksontheweb.com/description.asp?ISBN=0-7414-2995-0
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This is an actual email your Scribbler received this week in response to an event inquiry:
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Either there was a glitch in cyber-space, or some hard-working writer needs a vacation very badly....
What's Happening:
Sunday, October 1st:
Orlando Poetry Troupe presents Poetry of Nature from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Winter Park Public Library.
Saturday, October 7th:
Poet Terry Godbey will read at 7 pm at Urban Think! Bookstore from her collection, Behind Every Door, winner of the 19th Slipstream Poetry Chapbook contest.
Calls for Submissions:CONTRIBUTORS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY!
Local Orlando contributors wanted for upcoming family restaurant guide to Orlando called Hungry? Orlando Family: The Lowdown on Where Real Families Eat. Focus is on interesting restaurants (all types ... diners, trendy, global, American, live music, hamburger/hot dog stands, etc .,) in the city and nearby suburbs that are family friendly for any reason.
This is your chance to support your favorite local family friendly restaurant and let the world know why dining (and raising kids) in Orlando is so great. Foodies of all occupations and day jobs are encouraged to apply. So if you know Orlando and care to share your neighborhood secrets, we want to hear from you!
You get a full byline after every review/sidebar you write, and you get a 2-3 line bio in the back of the book. You get the pleasure of seeing your name and opinions in print, and available through all major booksellers (Barnes and Noble, Borders, Amazon, etc). Thousands of people will read your words. You get to support your favorite restaurant/eatery (many of which are small, family-owned businesses that appreciate the attention; they can't afford an advertising budget).
And, you receive a complimentary copy of the published book, a deep discount on additional copies, and an invitation to the launch party and other Glove Box Guides events.
If this sounds like something you want to be a part of, please reply to
camilla@hungrycity.com with HUNGRY ORLANDO in the subject line, and we'll provide more information and samples.
Thanks for your attention!
Darlyn Finch
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