2-4 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 1400 W. Stadium. Free. annarborstorytelling.org, 997-5388.
Reading and discussion of several poems around the themes of occasions (Jan. 31), and dogs (Feb. 21). Followed by collaborative writing games and exercises. Attendees invited to read their poems. Snacks & socializing.
8-10 p.m., Argus Farm Stop greenhouse, 325 W. Liberty. $5 suggested donation. onepausepoetry.org, 707-1284
Local short story writer Alex Kourvo and young adult novelist Bethany Neal discuss how to develop an idea that sustains a novel-length plot. For adult and teen (grade 6 & up) fiction and nonfiction writers. Also, Kourvo and Neal host an open house for writers to connect with one another and/or work on their projects at 7 p.m. on Feb. 19.
7-8:45 p.m., AADL Westgate. Free. 327-8301.
Local short story writer Alex Kourvo and young adult novelist Bethany Neal discuss host an open house for writers to connect with one another and/or work on their projects at 7 p.m.
7-8:45 p.m., AADL Westgate. Free. 327-8301.
Jan 2 & 16. Monthly open mike storytelling competition sponsored by The Moth, the NYC-based nonprofit storytelling organization that also produces a weekly public radio show. Each month 10 storytellers are selected at random from among those who sign up to tell a 3-5 minute story on the monthly theme. The 3 teams of judges are recruited from the audience. Monthly winners compete in a semiannual Grand Slam. Space limited, so it’s smart to arrive early.
7:30-9 p.m. (doors open and sign-up begins at 6 p.m.), Greyline, 100 N. Ashley. $8. 764-5118.
Jane Austen Book Club Discussion at Nicola’s Books – Associated event of the University of Michigan Graduate Library ‘The Life and Times of Lizzy Bennet’ Exhibit
With the 200th anniversary of Jane Austen’s death, the Grad Library is showcasing not only significant early editions of Austen’s works held in the Special Collections Library, but a much broader swath of materials revealing the historical milieu in which she and her characters lived. This lead to a discussion about books about or written by Austen that reflected these times; out of that the Jane Austen Book Club Discussion was created. There will be three discussion events, February 7th, 28th and March 7th.
Sarah Van Cleve will serve as moderator. She is a first-year doctoral candidate in English Language and Literature at the University of Michigan. She graduated from Princeton University in 2012 with an A.B. in English and Certificate in Gender and Sexuality Studies. Her junior research was on violence in Jane Austen’s juvenilia and Frances Burney’s Evelina and her senior thesis was on scenes of reading in George Eliot’s novels. She was raised on the 1995 BBC version of Pride and Prejudice which she firmly believes has no cinematic equal.
Books will be available through Nicola’s Books – contact the store directly 734-662-0600 or come in to the store (2513 Jackson Avenue – Westgate Shopping Center.) Nicola’s Books will offer a 15% discount for the purchase of this title when you tell them that the book is for the Jane Austen Book Club. You may also check with the AADL for availability of the title.
The RC Resident Advisors are proud to present:
Open-Mic Night
February 8th, 7:30-9pm in the Java Blu Cafe right here in East Quad–
ft. local band City of Lakes!
City of Lakes comes from a variety of musical backgrounds, fusing styles of indie-folk, blues, and traditional scores, with influences such as Band of Horses and Head and the Heart.
RC Creative Writing Faculty may be making an appearance…
and ALL are welcome to to come perform a poem, a story, a song, or anything else!
Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUEkRd0AtSYg69ltCs8L2ylEwV2nm-7rxFYg4t1_fIWPzwyQ/viewform
Email eshabis@umich.edu with any questions!
Performances include dance, music, spoken word, and a variety of mixed media and digital arts. Artists include Anthony Coffee, Spencer Haney, Olivia Johnson, Alex Kime (RC 2017), Hannah Marcus, Maddy Joss & Johnny Matthews, Augie Lessins & Daniel Kumapayi, Red Shoe Company, Nichole Reehorst, and more!
Join us for this special evening hosted by the UMMA Student Engagement Council, in partnership with Arts at Michigan, the Michigan Community Scholars Program, the School of Music, Theatre & Dance, and Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs.
Students of Kate Mendeloff’s class RCHUMS 481 perform four short plays by Tennessee Williams.
New York Times chief White House correspondent Peter Baker discusses his new book about Obama’s presidency and legacy. Book sale, signing, and reception.
7 p.m., Ford Library, 1000 Beal. Free. 205-0555
