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March 2004 Programs & Events
 Books Sandwiched In
- Monday March 1, 1pm
- Wood Library, 134 N Main St, Canandaigua [ map ]
- Free and open to the public
- No pre-registration required
- March 1st–30th
- Mood Makers Books, Village Gate Square, 274 N Goodman St [ map ]
- Free and open to the public
Abundance Co-Op Book Discussion
- Wednesday March 3, 7 pm
- in the Verb Café at W&B
- Free and open to the public
Join us for a book discussion. The March title is yet to be announced. Hosted by City Newspaper’s Jack Bradigan Spula.
 Poetry Planet
- Youth Workshop for ages 8–12
- One Saturday, March 6, 9:30 am–Noon
- $35 W&B members / $39 general public
- Instructor: Todd Beers [ bio ]
- Limit: 14
Find out where your poetry comes from inside and outside. Hear examples of intriguing poems by adults and children. Use the magic of “poetry chips” to generate poetic surprises.
Poet Todd Beers will lead students on an exploration of new territory in their use of words, images, and the creative spirit.
Genesee Reading Series
- Tuesday March 9, 7:30 pm
- in the Verb Café at W&B
- $3 W&B members, $6 general public
Hosted by M.J. Iuppa [ bio ] with Marcos Donnelly[ bio ] & Len Messineo[ bio ]
 Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgendered Open Mike
- Wednesday March 10, 7 pm
- in the Verb Café at W&B
- Free and open to the public
The Wilde/Woolf Society presents an informal reading open to everyone. Material will focus on (but is not limited to) LGBT lifestyles and issues. Hosted by Dennis Rosenbaum and published author and W&B instructor Patricia Roth Schwartz [ bio ].
Book Club Discussion
- Thursday March 11, 6:30pm
- Mood Makers Books, Village Gate Square, 274 N Goodman St [ map ]
- Free and open to the public
- No pre-registration required
The Bertrand Russell Society
- Thursday March 11, 7 pm
- in the Verb Café at W&B
- Free to W&B members, $3 general public
A common misconception is that the BRS is for only those who have special knowledge of or interest in Bertrand Russell. Actually society is much more focused on a large number of intellectual areas, great skill in writing of all sorts from the most esoteric technical material to the most commercial popular writing, and whole-hearted involvement in social and political activism.
Hosted by Dr. David White, this ongoing program promises to be an enlightening and enjoyable experience. Questions about the meetings or the group itself should be directed to
at the University of Rochester Press.
See also: W&B Welcomes the Bertrand Russell Society
Writing the Words That Hurt
- One Saturday, March 13, 10 am–1 pm
- $25 W&B members / $30 general public
- Instructor: Martin Napersteck [ bio ]
Writing about the death of a loved one, a failed personal relationship, confessions or serious mistakes, or anything else that has caused you pain, whether you write fiction or non-fiction, is extraordinarily difficult. There are temptations to be self-protective, melodramatic, accusatory, or dismissive.
This workshop will concentrate on the nature of honesty and courage, and how they apply to painful writing.
(Please note that this is not a therapy course. The focus is on writing.)
Genre, Genre, Who’s Got Genre?
- One Saturday, March 13, 10 am–1 pm
- $36 W&B members / $40 general public
- Instructor: Patricia Roth Schwartz [ bio ]
Micro-fiction, narrative and lyric poetry, memoir and creative non-fiction, speculative fiction, autobiography, historical fiction, romance, erotica, prose poem, haiku, the ten-minute play—Is your head spinning yet?
There are new genres, cross genres, and hybrids cropping up every day. This course, designed for beginners as well as experienced writers, will help students identify literary genres and determine where your own work fits (or doesn’t).
The instructor will discuss definitions, help students decide what genre makes the most sense for their work, and talk about the advantages and disadvantages of writing in genres where special knowledge is required. A bibliography and handouts will be provided.
Leif Enger On the Air Leif Enger talks live with host Bob Smith and local callers on “1370 Connection”5 WXXI Radio—1370 AM
Call “1370 Connection” at 263-WXXI (9994) from 12:00-1:00pm on Monday, March 15 to offer your comments on the book or pose a question to Leif Enger
LiTalk
- Monday March 15, 7–8:30 pm
- in the Verb Café at W&B
- Free to W&B members, $3 general public
Join various W&B instructors for this unique lecture and discussion series that is sure to challenge writers of all kinds with unique topics of interest.
 Rochester Poets Reading & Open Mike
- Tuesday March 16, 7 pm
- in the Verb Café at W&B
- Free and open to the public
Rochester Poets has been a thriving poetry organization in the community since 1922. Their membership includes poets of all ages, interests, and backgrounds. Come to W&B to hear a Rochester Poet read, followed by an open mike program. Hosted by Donna Marbach [ bio ]
 W&B’s Screenplay Salon
- Thursday March 18, 6–9 pm
- in the Verb Café at W&B
- Admission $6 members, $8 non-members
- Contact at 473-2590 x104 for details
Join Democrat and Chronicle film critic Jack Garner for a discussion and screening of a critically acclaimed film. This month:
A River Runs Through It
- 1992, USA, 123 min., Color
- Produced and D irected by Robert Redford
- Screenplay adapted by Richard Riedenberg and Willian Hjortsberg from Norman Maclean’s novel A River Runs Through It
- All Movie Guide
Robert Redford’s lyrical direction sets the tone for this evocative adaptation of author Norman MacLean’s memoir of his idyllic Montana youth. The MacLean family is presided over by the strict but encouraging Rev. MacLean (Tom Skerritt) and his loving wife (Brenda Blethyn). Craig Sheffer stars as the young Norman, the older son in his family, who takes his school work and writing a bit too seriously for Paul (Brad Pitt), the impetuous younger son. Paul would rather have a good time, drink and play cards than get involved with academic study.
Valley Manor Book Club
Join the seniors at Valley Manor for a book discussion led by W&B.
2,000 Word Club Open Mike
- Tuesday March 23, 7 pm
- in the Verb Café at W&B
- Free and open to the public
This fiction and creative non-fiction open mike lets writers of all levels to read up to 2,000 words of prose in front of an encouraging and enthusiastic audience. Hosted by Len Messineo [ bio ]
See also: Our winter course, The 2,000 Word Club
Meet Leif Enger In Person
Wednesday March 24
Reading & Discussion
with Leif Enger followed by Q&A and book signing
- Wednesday March 24, 9-9:45am
- Canandaigua Academy, 435 East St, Canandaigua [ map ]
- Free and open to the public
- No pre-registration required
Roundtable Discussion (SOLD OUT!)
for writers with Leif Enger
- Wednesday March 24, 10:15-11:15am
- Wood Library, 134 N Main St, Canandaigua [ map ]
- Reservations required, seating limited
- All available seats are taken
Master Class with Leif Enger
- Wednesday March 24, 7pm
- in the Verb Café at W&B
- $15 members and students with ID;
$20 general public
- Pre-registration recommended
- Call 585-473-2590 x104 to pre-register
Leif Enger, author of Peace Like a River, will discuss reading as it relates to what we write, starting with our childhood reading histories and moving forward.
Enger says, “Everything I write, for example, I still measure against certain scenes in Kidnapped or the Sea Wolf, even though I haven't read those books in some time.”
This intimate, interactive forum is open to writers and non-writers. Pre-registration is recommended.
Thursday March 25 (All Thursday Events Sold Out)
Reading & Discussion (SOLD OUT!)
with Leif Enger followed by Q&A and book signing
- Thursday March 25, 2:30-3:30pm
- Valley Manor, 1570 East Ave [ map ]
- Reservations required, seating limited.
- All available seats are taken.
Reading & Discussion (SOLD OUT!)
with Leif Enger followed by Q&A and book signing
- Thursday March 25, 7pm
- Penfield Library, 1985 Baird Rd, Penfield [ map ]
- Reservations required, seating limited.
- All available seats taken.
Friday March 26
On-stage Interview
with Leif Enger followed by book signing
- Friday March 26, Noon-1pm
- Monroe Community College Theater (Building 4), 1000 East Henrietta Rd [ map ]
- Free and open to the public
- Reservations required. Call 585-292-2534
Reading & Discussion
with Leif Enger followed by Q&A and book signing
An Intimate Evening with Leif Enger
A reception for Writers & Books members
- Friday March 26, 6:30-8pm
- David Silver Art Gallery, School of the Arts, 45 Prince St [ map ]
- $15 (members only) includes lecture that follows
- Reservations required. Call 585-473-2590 x107
“Eyes Wide Open” Leif Enger speaks about the inspirations research and writing of Peace Like a River followed by Q&A and book signing
- Friday March 26, 8pm
- Main Stage Theatre, School of the Arts, 45 Prince St [ map ]
- $8 W&B members; $10 non-members; $5 students
- Call 585-473-2590 x107 for advance tickets
Wide Open Mike with Norm Davis
- Monday March 29, 7:30 pm
- in the Verb Café at W&B
- Free and open to the public
W&B is proud to sponsor Rochester’s longest running open mike program, “Wide Open Mike,” hosted by Norm Davis, local poet and editor of HazMat Review.
Panel Discussion “Telling the Story: The pacing and interweaving of narrative” with Leah Reukberg, Mary Jo TenEyck, and Almeta Whitis
- Tuesday March 30, 7pm
- in the Verb Café at W&B
- Free and open to the public
- No pre-registration required
Join some of the finest storytellers in the region for a discussion of the nature of storytelling. Our panel of professional narrators will present their own considerations in regard to how they choose what they write and read, as well as how the unique pacing and narration of Peace Like a River fits into a tradition of oral storytelling.
- Leah Reukberg is a storyteller and teaching artist who specializes in telling original stories about growing up in the Midwest during the '60s and '70s. Her popular workshops on story creation are requested by schools, libraries and writing centers in the Rochester and Genesee Valley area.
- Mary Jo TenEyck has been a professional storyteller since 1985 and is currently a school library media specialist in the Williamson Central School District.
- Almeta Whitis is a storyteller, performer, workshop teacher and motivational speaker for audiences of all ages, and has written her own one-woman show.
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