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One of the most widely read modern poets, Rainer Maria Rilke (1875–1926) has influenced generations of writers and served as a trusted guide for countless others on the importance of looking within to find peace in a hectic world. From The Book of Hours to his classic Letters to a Young Poet, his ...More

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One of the most widely read modern poets, Rainer Maria Rilke (1875–1926) has influenced generations of writers and served as a trusted guide for countless others on the importance of looking within to find peace in a hectic world. From The Book of Hours to his classic Letters to a Young Poet, his writings have only gained more relevance with time, and his observations are amazingly prescient. Now, for the first time, A Year with Rilke provides a reading from Rilke for every day of the year. From his luminous poetry, to his piercing prose, and even his intimate letters and journals, editors Joanna Macy and Anita Barrows provide new translations in a collection that reveals the depth and breadth of Rilke’s acclaimed work. Including the last lines found in Rilke’s journal before he died as well as the epitaph he requested be carved on his gravestone, A Year with Rilke is an intimate window on the work on an unparalleled writer, providing daily meditations on themes such as impermanence, the beauty of creation, the voice of God, and the importance of solitude. This evening is an opportunity to hear a selection of these daily readings, and to celebrate a lovely book that will make a wonderful gift this holiday season.

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The sixth annual Penny Readings, hosted by The Reader Organisation will take place at 7pm on Sunday 6th December in the Small Concert Room in Liverpool’s magnificent St. George’s Hall. “A wonderful start to Christmas – like mulled wine for the soul” This year, the Penny Readings will fe ...More

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The sixth annual Penny Readings, hosted by The Reader Organisation will take place at 7pm on Sunday 6th December in the Small Concert Room in Liverpool’s magnificent St. George’s Hall. “A wonderful start to Christmas – like mulled wine for the soul” This year, the Penny Readings will feature readings by Liverpool’s award-winning author and screenwriter Frank Cottrell Boyce. In Dickens’ time public readings were the equivalent of a big music gig today – think Beyoncé at the Echo Arena – Dickens was a hot ticket! For the past six years, the Penny Readings has continued the tradition that Charles Dickens began in the 1840s, when he would travel around Liverpool reading to thousands of ordinary people and charging just one penny. Previous years have included readings from actor and director Janet Suzman, actor Annabelle Dowler and poet Janet Joseph. The 2009 line-up is still under wraps (announcements coming soon), but it can be guaranteed that the fantastic live-readings will be combined with the usual exciting array of music and dance. All this and a good measure of festive cheer, still available at the rock-bottom price of one penny! Tickets will be available for collection from 10am on Monday 16th November from both Liverpool Central Library (William Brown Street, Liverpool, L3 8EW, 2nd floor Helpdesk - 0151 232 5829 - ask for Mike Taylor or Janet Graham) and Birkenhead Central Library (Borough Rd, Birkenhead, CH41 2XB, Music Counter - 0151 652 6106 - ask for Susan Boote). But don’t forget to pay your penny on the night! The ever-popular readings have repeatedly sold out well-short of demand in previous years, so those wishing to attend are advised to get their tickets early to avoid disappointment. In addition, twenty tickets will be released on eBay on Friday 27th November, for those really keen to come and willing to bid away!

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Attend the book signing for bestselling Austin author, Jason Ryan Dorsey, who has been featured on 60 Minutes, 20/20, The Today Show, and The View. Jason, The Gen Y Guy, is hosting the national release party for his new book, Y-Size Your Business: How Gen Y Employees Can Save You Money and Grow Your ...More

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Attend the book signing for bestselling Austin author, Jason Ryan Dorsey, who has been featured on 60 Minutes, 20/20, The Today Show, and The View. Jason, The Gen Y Guy, is hosting the national release party for his new book, Y-Size Your Business: How Gen Y Employees Can Save You Money and Grow Your Business. This book features behind-the-scenes stories from industry leading companies such as Hot Topic, Cold Stone Creamery, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car as well as over 50 best practices taken from the front lines of business. The book signing will kick-off with a short talk by Jason, recognition of attendees featured in the book, as well as a Q&A with the author. Join Jason for the Y-Size Your Business book signing and talk. This is a great opportunity to have your questions answered by a well-known generational expert and discover how Gen Y can save you money and grow your business.

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http://www.evite.com/app/publi Some of The Girls is a group of women who enjoy life, conversations and going out. Every month, we'll have a Tuesday Book Club. This month we'll be discussing "Genesis" with Lorelei as the moderator. We will meet at 6:30 PM which will give us time to order dinner and ...More

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http://www.evite.com/app/publicUrl/LVUENHUPVCNXOGRUGJNN/120109genesis Hi. Some of The Girls is a group of women who enjoy life, conversations and going out. Every month, we'll have a Tuesday Book Club. This month we'll be discussing "Genesis" with Lorelei as the moderator. We will meet at 6:30 PM which will give us time to order dinner and get settled, the actual book discussion will begin at 7:00 PM. Synopsis Set on a remote island in a post-apocalyptic, plague-ridden world, this electrifying novel is destined to become a modern classic. Anax thinks she knows her history. She’d better. She’s now facing three Examiners, and her grueling all-day Examination has just begun. If she passes, she’ll be admitted into the Academy—the elite governing institution of her utopian society. But Anax is about to discover that for all her learning, the history she’s been taught isn’t the whole story. And that the Academy isn’t what she believes it to be. In this brilliant novel of dazzling ingenuity, Anax’s examination leads us into a future where we are confronted with unresolved questions raised by science and philosophy. Centuries old, these questions have gained new urgency in the face of rapidly developing technology. What is consciousness? What makes us human? If artificial intelligence were developed to a high enough capability, what special status could humanity still claim? Outstanding and original, Beckett’s dramatic narrative comes to a stunning close. This perfect combination of thrilling page-turner and provocative novel of ideas demands to be read again and again.

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Level: All Instructor: Laura Furman The beginning of a finished short story is often not where the writer intended it to begin. In fact, the best beginning is often found through a process of discovery during the writing process. Sometimes, the true beginning is on the third page of a draft, sometim ...More

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Level: All Instructor: Laura Furman The beginning of a finished short story is often not where the writer intended it to begin. In fact, the best beginning is often found through a process of discovery during the writing process. Sometimes, the true beginning is on the third page of a draft, sometimes the third paragraph. Learning to recognize the beginning is a crucial part of writing a story. In the workshop we’ll consider the beginnings of several short stories and examine the qualities of a beautiful beginning. You’ll have the chance during the workshop to try out some beginnings of your own—and also to sense where the story’s beginning ends. Limit: 12 Participants Registration Deadline: Wednesday, Dec. 2 CPE Credits: 3 Language Arts

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The Oregon Historical Society’s 42nd annual Holiday Cheer event promises to be a fantastic kick-off to the holiday season! Join us on Sunday, December 6th in the Miller Pavilion to meet with Oregon authors who will be signing and selling their newest books. A variety of literary works will be av ...More

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The Oregon Historical Society’s 42nd annual Holiday Cheer event promises to be a fantastic kick-off to the holiday season! Join us on Sunday, December 6th in the Miller Pavilion to meet with Oregon authors who will be signing and selling their newest books. A variety of literary works will be available, from history to fiction, children’s books to cookbooks, all newly published this year. The festivities begin at noon, and visitors will have a chance to chat with their favorite authors as well as hear readings from select works. Come support Oregon writers and find the perfect gift, and get it signed and personalized, for the reader in your family. Make sure to visit our website to view the extensive list of authors that will be attending this year’s event, as well as information on their books.

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Cleveland Public Library’s Main Library Book Club examines Ann Hagedorn’s untold story of lesser-known activists in the abolitionist movement who led double lives in a small town torn up over the issue of slavery. Join the discussion on December 2 at noon at Main Library. For more information, c ...More

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Cleveland Public Library’s Main Library Book Club examines Ann Hagedorn’s untold story of lesser-known activists in the abolitionist movement who led double lives in a small town torn up over the issue of slavery. Join the discussion on December 2 at noon at Main Library. For more information, call (216) 623-2842. www.cpl.org