Sun Nov 1st, 9:30pm
Come celebrate the release of the October/ November Publication, "Dialogue" with the reading and art by members of the Creative Writing Guild!
*food!
*food!
Monday, October 26, 2009
Saturday, October 3, 2009
All-Kinds-Of-Things
Dear Guild,
The turnout at our first two meetings has been great! It is rather exciting, so keep it up. With so many people with ideas and interest in the Guild, we can do a lot this year. I’ll give an update of last week's meetings but first here are a few other points to cover:
1) Sherry Antonini, the Guild’s Faculty Sponsor has a performance this SUNDAY 10/4. Here is some information about it. Hope to see some of you there.
“O My Innocents”, a site-specific piece combining text/music/sound/performance and dance, will be presented this Sunday,
October 4, 2009, in 100-year-old Epiphany Episcopal Church, 201 S.
AshlandAve., Chicago 60607 at 6 pm. Original text and vocal recording by
Sherry Antonini. Sound score co-written by Sherry Antonini and Basil Abbott and produced/recorded at Commpost Audio, Chicago. Performance and
Choreography written and performed live by Heather Hartley and Casey Murtaugh, with Erica Mott and Helen Lee. Post-show dialogue immediately following as part of the Epiphany Dance Experiment 2009 Fall Series. $12 at door. $10 students.
2)I am happy to say that I have already received 5 submissions for the October publication! Keep them coming. The deadline is Monday October 19th. The theme is “Dialogue.” More information can be found on the blog CWGsaic.blogspot.com
Here are some things discussed at the October 1st meeting:
-A Blog for Guild members to post writing and receive feedback. As some of you know, that was the original purpose for CWGsaic.blogspot.com, but few people were using it so it became more of a place to post CWG updates. HOWEVER, due to this recent demand, there will be a new separate blog made for that purpose. Information coming soon!
Other things that may manifest as a blog or as part of the Facebook or Portal Group:
- Multiple people mentioned that they would like information about writing-related events in Chicago, Writing Prompts, and other valuable links, websites etc.
- A Recommended Reading list-Email me about what you are reading, your all-time favorites, maybe even your all-time least favorites. Novels, poems, poets, authors, Graphic Novels, Short Stories, etc. and I will compile a list.
-Poetry Slam Event, possibly in the ballroom, possibly as part of a First Thursday Event.
-Asking Kyle Beachy to come talk to the CWG. I’ll see what I can do.
-When I asked about expectations for the Guild, someone mentioned the idea of having a supportive group of writers. That indeed is what we are here for, to support, promote and involve writers. That said, Email me with your ideas and questions related to the CWG or writing at SAIC. If I can’t answer your questions, I’m sure I can point you towards someone who can.
-Reading to happen in the Siragusa Gallery at 162 N. State Street Dorm, end of October/beginning of November. I’ll be getting more information about this out shortly.
My goal is to start getting some sort of collection of resources together by time of the next meeting October 15th. That would include the events, prompts, reading list as mentioned above. Also, inspired by my recently obtained internship at 826CHI, I would like to provide everyone with information about non-profit writing-related places where one can volunteer.
So, there is a lot of stuff to be coming your way this semester.
Keep posted and visit CWGsaic.blogspot.com
Send me stuff!
Jeni
P.S.
Someone requested the link to the Facebook Group, so here it is:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=5541865678&ref=ts
The turnout at our first two meetings has been great! It is rather exciting, so keep it up. With so many people with ideas and interest in the Guild, we can do a lot this year. I’ll give an update of last week's meetings but first here are a few other points to cover:
1) Sherry Antonini, the Guild’s Faculty Sponsor has a performance this SUNDAY 10/4. Here is some information about it. Hope to see some of you there.
“O My Innocents”, a site-specific piece combining text/music/sound/performance and dance, will be presented this Sunday,
October 4, 2009, in 100-year-old Epiphany Episcopal Church, 201 S.
AshlandAve., Chicago 60607 at 6 pm. Original text and vocal recording by
Sherry Antonini. Sound score co-written by Sherry Antonini and Basil Abbott and produced/recorded at Commpost Audio, Chicago. Performance and
Choreography written and performed live by Heather Hartley and Casey Murtaugh, with Erica Mott and Helen Lee. Post-show dialogue immediately following as part of the Epiphany Dance Experiment 2009 Fall Series. $12 at door. $10 students.
2)I am happy to say that I have already received 5 submissions for the October publication! Keep them coming. The deadline is Monday October 19th. The theme is “Dialogue.” More information can be found on the blog CWGsaic.blogspot.com
Here are some things discussed at the October 1st meeting:
-A Blog for Guild members to post writing and receive feedback. As some of you know, that was the original purpose for CWGsaic.blogspot.com, but few people were using it so it became more of a place to post CWG updates. HOWEVER, due to this recent demand, there will be a new separate blog made for that purpose. Information coming soon!
Other things that may manifest as a blog or as part of the Facebook or Portal Group:
- Multiple people mentioned that they would like information about writing-related events in Chicago, Writing Prompts, and other valuable links, websites etc.
- A Recommended Reading list-Email me about what you are reading, your all-time favorites, maybe even your all-time least favorites. Novels, poems, poets, authors, Graphic Novels, Short Stories, etc. and I will compile a list.
-Poetry Slam Event, possibly in the ballroom, possibly as part of a First Thursday Event.
-Asking Kyle Beachy to come talk to the CWG. I’ll see what I can do.
-When I asked about expectations for the Guild, someone mentioned the idea of having a supportive group of writers. That indeed is what we are here for, to support, promote and involve writers. That said, Email me with your ideas and questions related to the CWG or writing at SAIC. If I can’t answer your questions, I’m sure I can point you towards someone who can.
-Reading to happen in the Siragusa Gallery at 162 N. State Street Dorm, end of October/beginning of November. I’ll be getting more information about this out shortly.
My goal is to start getting some sort of collection of resources together by time of the next meeting October 15th. That would include the events, prompts, reading list as mentioned above. Also, inspired by my recently obtained internship at 826CHI, I would like to provide everyone with information about non-profit writing-related places where one can volunteer.
So, there is a lot of stuff to be coming your way this semester.
Keep posted and visit CWGsaic.blogspot.com
Send me stuff!
Jeni
P.S.
Someone requested the link to the Facebook Group, so here it is:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=5541865678&ref=ts
Monday, September 28, 2009
It is almost October!
Dear Guild,
Thanks to those of you who attended the last meeting!
I’m a little behind in getting a formal announcement out but the DEADLINE for our OCTOBER publication is MONDAY OCTOBER 19th. The theme is “Dialogue.” Interpret it as you wish, but here are some definitions:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dialogue
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dialogue
Submit writing to me (jeni) jcrone@saic.edu.
Here are some things discussed at our September 21st meeting:
-Creating a CWG logo
-social outings (going to get ice cream, etc.)
-Going to readings and events together
-A reading in the Siragusa Gallery (162 Dorm Building)
-Workshopping
-Writing Prompts
I hope to provide some information in response to those topics at our next meeting,
THIS THURSDAY, October 1st 4:30 Room 1302B of MacLean. Feel free to bring any writing you wish to share. I will also try to bring cookies this time.
One more thing: if you happen to draw comics you should submit them to Xerox Candybar by emailing xeroxcandybarzine@gmail.com. The deadline for issue 11 is Oct. 1st.
*jeni
Thanks to those of you who attended the last meeting!
I’m a little behind in getting a formal announcement out but the DEADLINE for our OCTOBER publication is MONDAY OCTOBER 19th. The theme is “Dialogue.” Interpret it as you wish, but here are some definitions:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dialogue
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dialogue
Submit writing to me (jeni) jcrone@saic.edu.
Here are some things discussed at our September 21st meeting:
-Creating a CWG logo
-social outings (going to get ice cream, etc.)
-Going to readings and events together
-A reading in the Siragusa Gallery (162 Dorm Building)
-Workshopping
-Writing Prompts
I hope to provide some information in response to those topics at our next meeting,
THIS THURSDAY, October 1st 4:30 Room 1302B of MacLean. Feel free to bring any writing you wish to share. I will also try to bring cookies this time.
One more thing: if you happen to draw comics you should submit them to Xerox Candybar by emailing xeroxcandybarzine@gmail.com. The deadline for issue 11 is Oct. 1st.
*jeni
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Monday, September 14, 2009
Beginning Business
Dear Guild,
Last year was a big success. We put out four publications, publishing 29 writers! Thank you again to everyone who was active in the Guild last year. It is time to start things up again! I have noticed that a few new people have joined Portal and Facebook groups so I will give a brief introduction of the Guild:
The Creative Writing Guild is recognized by SAIC Campus Life as a student group and is funded by Student Association and the Writing Program. The mission of the Creative Writing Guild is to support, promote and involve writers in the SAIC community. We meet two or three times a month to plan publications and events, share writing, talk about writing events and opportunities at SAIC and in Chicago, and sometimes we just hang out. What goes on at a meeting is completely dependent on people showing up with ideas, suggestions and topics of discussion. This group is open to ALL SAIC students and participation from alumni is also welcome.
In the latest news, numbers are a good thing and the Guild has $1000 for publications, thanks to Student Association and the Writing Program.
IMPORTANT STUFF
Schedule:
**Thursday meetings will be held in room 1302B
Another group has reserved 1302B on Mondays so the Guild will just meet in the 13th floor lounge. I’ll make a sign… If this does not work out I will reserve a classroom for future Monday meetings. Meetings begin at 4:30 but the room will be open at 4:00.
17th Student Group Fair- Stop by and say Hi!
Mon Sept 21st
Thurs October 1st
Thurs October 15th
Publication Deadline Oct 19th
Mon Oct 26th
Thurs Nov 12th
Mon Nov 23rd
Publication deadline for December Nov 30th
Thurs Dec 10th
The theme of the October publication will be announced soon, details will be available by next week! For all updates visit our Blog CWGsaic.blogspot.com. If you have any information about readings, publications and events that you are part of let the Guild know to pass it along. That said:
Everyone should check out Hymn a novel by Andrew Forrest Baker. Andrew's piece Catfish was seen in the Guild's May publication "Eventually." See Previous Post for more information.
Last year was about figuring out a lot of odds and ends. This year is about continuing and adding to what we got going last year. Hope to see you all at our first meeting on September 21st. A reminder will be sent out as well as more information about the October Publication.
Jeni
Last year was a big success. We put out four publications, publishing 29 writers! Thank you again to everyone who was active in the Guild last year. It is time to start things up again! I have noticed that a few new people have joined Portal and Facebook groups so I will give a brief introduction of the Guild:
The Creative Writing Guild is recognized by SAIC Campus Life as a student group and is funded by Student Association and the Writing Program. The mission of the Creative Writing Guild is to support, promote and involve writers in the SAIC community. We meet two or three times a month to plan publications and events, share writing, talk about writing events and opportunities at SAIC and in Chicago, and sometimes we just hang out. What goes on at a meeting is completely dependent on people showing up with ideas, suggestions and topics of discussion. This group is open to ALL SAIC students and participation from alumni is also welcome.
In the latest news, numbers are a good thing and the Guild has $1000 for publications, thanks to Student Association and the Writing Program.
IMPORTANT STUFF
Schedule:
**Thursday meetings will be held in room 1302B
Another group has reserved 1302B on Mondays so the Guild will just meet in the 13th floor lounge. I’ll make a sign… If this does not work out I will reserve a classroom for future Monday meetings. Meetings begin at 4:30 but the room will be open at 4:00.
17th Student Group Fair- Stop by and say Hi!
Mon Sept 21st
Thurs October 1st
Thurs October 15th
Publication Deadline Oct 19th
Mon Oct 26th
Thurs Nov 12th
Mon Nov 23rd
Publication deadline for December Nov 30th
Thurs Dec 10th
The theme of the October publication will be announced soon, details will be available by next week! For all updates visit our Blog CWGsaic.blogspot.com. If you have any information about readings, publications and events that you are part of let the Guild know to pass it along. That said:
Everyone should check out Hymn a novel by Andrew Forrest Baker. Andrew's piece Catfish was seen in the Guild's May publication "Eventually." See Previous Post for more information.
Last year was about figuring out a lot of odds and ends. This year is about continuing and adding to what we got going last year. Hope to see you all at our first meeting on September 21st. A reminder will be sent out as well as more information about the October Publication.
Jeni
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Hymn: A Novel by Andrew Forrest Baker
Everyone should check out Hymn from Andrew Forrest Baker. Andrew's piece Catfish was seen in the Guild's May publication "Eventually."
http://hymn.andrewfbaker.com/
Buy a copy:
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Hymn/Andrew-Baker/e/9780578029511/?itm=7
http://www.amazon.com/Hymn-Andrew-Baker/dp/0578029510/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1249269760&sr=1-1
http://stores.lulu.com/store.php?fAcctID=1607023
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CWG! Keep posted in the coming week for information regarding the Guild in Fall '09.
Tentative Meeting Schedule:
Mon Sept 21
Thurs October 1
October Publication Deadline: Oct. 19
Thurs October 15th
Mon Oct 26
Thurs Nov 12
Mon Nov 23
Publication deadline for December: Nov 30th
Tentative Meeting Schedule:
Mon Sept 21
Thurs October 1
October Publication Deadline: Oct. 19
Thurs October 15th
Mon Oct 26
Thurs Nov 12
Mon Nov 23
Publication deadline for December: Nov 30th
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