The document provides an itinerary for the #kbf13 festival celebrating books and the arts in Jamaica from March 2-10, 2013. Events include a cocktail party kickoff, readings and discussions featuring local and international authors, workshops on publishing and marketing books, a book fair, and performances celebrating the intersection of literature, dance, theatre and music. The festival aims to promote Jamaican arts and literature and support the local book industry.
The Pigeon District Library has undergone several changes to its location and services over the past 100 years. It started as a library committee under the Tourist Club in 1913 and was initially housed in the village clerk's office. Throughout the 1920s and 1930s, it moved to various locations around the community as space allowed. In 1944, the Rotary Club raised funds to purchase a permanent building for the library. In the 2000s, the library joined the Valley Library Consortium to allow patrons online access to its catalog. It later joined the statewide MeLCat system in 2006, expanding access to library materials across Michigan. Over the past century, the library has worked to continually improve access and services for the community through new locations, technologies
The document provides information on various events happening in September, October, November and December at Wellesley College. Some of the key events summarized are:
1) A Bingo night on September 18th where $500 worth of prizes will be won. 2) A hypnotist performance on September 19th where students may get hypnotized. 3) A Red Sox game trip on September 24th leaving from campus at 5pm.
4) Various trips planned in September like to outlets and Newport, RI as well as regular activities like kickball, football viewings and tie dye. Family weekend is scheduled for October 17th-19th along with cheering at the Head of the Charles regatta.
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The Friends of the Brentwood Library newsletter provides updates on upcoming library events and the planned move to a new location in June. The library will be closing in early June and reopening in the new facility across the street on June 22nd. In May, the library will host a meditation program and a Latin American storytime. It will also provide a resume workshop in May to help job seekers create effective resumes. The newsletter also shares a brief history of the Brentwood Library, which has moved locations four times since first opening in 1914.
The Pigeon District Library located in Pigeon, Michigan provides library services to patrons including over 41,000 materials, programs for children and adults, and computer resources. In 2012, the library saw over 46,000 patron visits and hosted numerous events and activities including a summer reading program, school class visits, and an active volunteer program to deliver materials to senior facilities. The document outlines the library's hours, collections, services, programs, and statistics.
The Pigeon District Library has been serving the community for over 100 years, beginning as a library started by the local Tourist Club in 1913. Over the decades, the library moved to various locations in the community as it grew its collection and services. In 1944, the Rotary Club launched a fundraising drive to purchase a permanent building for the library, raising $8,500 to buy a suitable brick building. By the 2000s, the library joined the Valley Library Consortium to share an online catalog with other libraries and expanded patron access statewide by joining MeLCat in 2006. The documents show the library's evolution from a small collection started by a civic group to a permanent public library providing resources and services to the community for over a
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The Pigeon District Library has undergone several changes to its location and services over the past 100 years. It started as a library committee under the Tourist Club in 1913 and was initially housed in the village clerk's office. Throughout the 1920s and 1930s, it moved to various locations around the community as space allowed. In 1944, the Rotary Club raised funds to purchase a permanent building for the library. In the 2000s, the library joined the Valley Library Consortium to allow patrons online access to its catalog. It later joined the statewide MeLCat system in 2006, expanding access to library materials across Michigan. Over the past century, the library has worked to continually improve access and services for the community through new locations, technologies
The document provides information on various events happening in September, October, November and December at Wellesley College. Some of the key events summarized are:
1) A Bingo night on September 18th where $500 worth of prizes will be won. 2) A hypnotist performance on September 19th where students may get hypnotized. 3) A Red Sox game trip on September 24th leaving from campus at 5pm.
4) Various trips planned in September like to outlets and Newport, RI as well as regular activities like kickball, football viewings and tie dye. Family weekend is scheduled for October 17th-19th along with cheering at the Head of the Charles regatta.
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The Friends of the Brentwood Library newsletter provides updates on upcoming library events and the planned move to a new location in June. The library will be closing in early June and reopening in the new facility across the street on June 22nd. In May, the library will host a meditation program and a Latin American storytime. It will also provide a resume workshop in May to help job seekers create effective resumes. The newsletter also shares a brief history of the Brentwood Library, which has moved locations four times since first opening in 1914.
The Pigeon District Library located in Pigeon, Michigan provides library services to patrons including over 41,000 materials, programs for children and adults, and computer resources. In 2012, the library saw over 46,000 patron visits and hosted numerous events and activities including a summer reading program, school class visits, and an active volunteer program to deliver materials to senior facilities. The document outlines the library's hours, collections, services, programs, and statistics.
The Pigeon District Library has been serving the community for over 100 years, beginning as a library started by the local Tourist Club in 1913. Over the decades, the library moved to various locations in the community as it grew its collection and services. In 1944, the Rotary Club launched a fundraising drive to purchase a permanent building for the library, raising $8,500 to buy a suitable brick building. By the 2000s, the library joined the Valley Library Consortium to share an online catalog with other libraries and expanded patron access statewide by joining MeLCat in 2006. The documents show the library's evolution from a small collection started by a civic group to a permanent public library providing resources and services to the community for over a
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This document summarizes various upcoming events in Mill City, Minnesota during the week of September 3rd. It describes a farmers market on Saturday featuring local Thai chef Joe Hatch-Surisook cooking with melons, a book signing for "Salad Days", and music. It also lists tours and programs at the Mill City Museum on local history and railroads. Finally, it advertises literary and arts events at The Loft including readings and discussions.
The document provides information on various storytelling events, organizations, and resources in Ireland and elsewhere. It describes storytelling festivals in Dublin and Slieve Bloom mountains, as well as storytelling groups in Dublin like Milk and Cookies and The Chatter Chair. It also lists resources for writers online and organizations that promote storytelling as an art form and encourage new writers.
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The Mill City Farmers Market will host a Bread Festival on October 1st featuring a bread baking contest, demonstrations by local bakers, grain art activities for kids, and music. On October 2nd, the Young Dance company will perform a site-specific dance integrating the new 35W bridge landscape. From October 2nd to May 20th, the Weisman Art Museum will feature the Sympathies exhibit addressing the relevance of museum collections.
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- The Central Library has 8 floors and over 500,000 square feet of space housing books, with 89 miles of shelving. It hosts over 2 million visitors annually and is the largest public research library west of the Mississippi.
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This document is the program guide for the Toronto Public Library for July and August 2013. It lists many programs and events happening at branches across the city during this period, including the TD Summer Reading Club for children and teens. It provides information on book clubs, career help, computer training, arts and culture events, ESL classes, health programs, hobbies, reading programs, and science programs for kids. It also includes a map of library branches and their hours of operation.
The document provides information on various upcoming events and activities in the Twin Cities area in late October and November. These include comedy shows, Halloween parties, anniversary celebrations for local businesses, art and craft fairs, classes on bookmaking and letterpress printing, author readings, and special events at bars. Details such as dates, locations, prices and contact information are provided for each event.
The Berwick Public Library is changing its operating hours starting October 2nd. It will now be closed on Mondays and Thursdays. The library is also announcing upcoming events in October including a book discussion group on October 20th, the Annual Chili Chowder Cook-off on October 27th, and the September-October art exhibit featuring landscapes in oil by Brian D. Cincotta. Regular programs like Story Hour and the Genealogy Club will continue as usual.
The document summarizes upcoming events at the Westerville Public Library, including author visits and presentations. Gillian Flynn, author of Gone Girl, will visit on November 5th for a reception and presentation. The library will also host various Sherlock Holmes themed events in October as part of its Westerville READS program. Finally, the library is excited to welcome Gillian Flynn for what is expected to be a large author event.
The document summarizes the Partner With an Artist (PWA) program, which partners local artists with businesses in Gloucester, Massachusetts. The program aims to create site-specific artworks inspired by the businesses and communities. It provides opportunities for artists and helps strengthen relationships between arts and business. Past projects are described from 2005-2011, pairing individual artists with organizations like the YMCA, ice company, inn, and more. The artworks created include paintings, films, sculptures, and mixed media based on the partner sites.
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This document provides information about the 2015 Fox Cities Book Festival, including its theme of connecting writers and readers. It summarizes some of the key events, such as appearances by featured author Christina Baker Kline and Wisconsin Poet Laureate Kimberly Blaeser. It also discusses the festival's goal of bringing in a wide variety of authors to appeal to different interests, and providing opportunities for both readers and aspiring writers to learn about the writing process.
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This document summarizes various upcoming events in Mill City, Minnesota during the week of September 3rd. It describes a farmers market on Saturday featuring local Thai chef Joe Hatch-Surisook cooking with melons, a book signing for "Salad Days", and music. It also lists tours and programs at the Mill City Museum on local history and railroads. Finally, it advertises literary and arts events at The Loft including readings and discussions.
The document provides information on various storytelling events, organizations, and resources in Ireland and elsewhere. It describes storytelling festivals in Dublin and Slieve Bloom mountains, as well as storytelling groups in Dublin like Milk and Cookies and The Chatter Chair. It also lists resources for writers online and organizations that promote storytelling as an art form and encourage new writers.
Twelve page, two-color, seasonal newsletter (print publication) listing three months of programs. Design, editing, and print production are all my own work.
This document summarizes an exhibition of artists' books held in partnership between the Puget Sound Book Artists organization in the United States and the Centre for Fine Print Research at UWE Bristol. The exhibition displays 60 works by 38 regional artists from the Puget Sound area, and features a wide variety of artistic styles and materials. It aims to foster artistic growth and creativity through mentoring between established and emerging artists. The exhibition is titled "Bridging the Water" to represent the connection being made between artists from opposite sides of the Atlantic through the shared art of the book.
The Mill City Farmers Market will host a Bread Festival on October 1st featuring a bread baking contest, demonstrations by local bakers, grain art activities for kids, and music. On October 2nd, the Young Dance company will perform a site-specific dance integrating the new 35W bridge landscape. From October 2nd to May 20th, the Weisman Art Museum will feature the Sympathies exhibit addressing the relevance of museum collections.
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Every person is a book every life tells a story Tish Calhamer
Learn how to identify, collect, and present the stories in your community in order to strengthen community bonds, increase cultural intelligence, and position your library as a community partner and leader.
The Berwick Public Library is changing its operating schedule starting October 2nd. It will be closed on Mondays and Thursdays. The book discussion group will meet on October 20th to discuss The Piano Teacher. The annual Chili Chowder Cook-off fundraiser will be held on October 27th. The September-October art exhibit features landscapes in oil paintings by Brian D. Cincotta.
Find out about all of the events and services the library is featuring this summer, including an educational series about Muslim culture, a One Book, One Community event featuring The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, the Friends Ice Cream Social and more.
Upcoming events from October to December 2016 are listed for the Department of English and Foreign Languages at Augusta University. Events include writer's showcases, conversation tables for French and Spanish clubs, and cultural festivals celebrating Hispanic heritage and international cultures. Scholarships are also announced for creative writing.
The document provides information about various art, literature and cultural events taking place between August 10th and September 21st in the North East of England, as well as details about the inaugural ONECon convention in Middlesbrough on August 24th-25th catering to fans of anime, manga, gaming and fandoms. It also discusses the vibrant rockabilly music scene in the North East, including upcoming events and key figures in the community.
Anne Culhane and Stephanie O ’Keeffe's #asl2015 presentation 'Artist books to the community' delivered at 'the inside out library: collaboration, inspiration, transformation' Feb 27 2015
The document summarizes the author's visit to the Los Angeles Central Library, describing it as a bibliophile's paradise. Some key details:
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- On a tour, the guide highlighted architectural features like the lobby ceiling art and sculptures outside the gallery, as well as areas for children/teens and researchers.
- The rotunda, with its mural-adorned walls and large chandelier, is described as the highlight and often reminds visitors of cathed
This document is the program guide for the Toronto Public Library for July and August 2013. It lists many programs and events happening at branches across the city during this period, including the TD Summer Reading Club for children and teens. It provides information on book clubs, career help, computer training, arts and culture events, ESL classes, health programs, hobbies, reading programs, and science programs for kids. It also includes a map of library branches and their hours of operation.
The document provides information on various upcoming events and activities in the Twin Cities area in late October and November. These include comedy shows, Halloween parties, anniversary celebrations for local businesses, art and craft fairs, classes on bookmaking and letterpress printing, author readings, and special events at bars. Details such as dates, locations, prices and contact information are provided for each event.
The Berwick Public Library is changing its operating hours starting October 2nd. It will now be closed on Mondays and Thursdays. The library is also announcing upcoming events in October including a book discussion group on October 20th, the Annual Chili Chowder Cook-off on October 27th, and the September-October art exhibit featuring landscapes in oil by Brian D. Cincotta. Regular programs like Story Hour and the Genealogy Club will continue as usual.
The document summarizes upcoming events at the Westerville Public Library, including author visits and presentations. Gillian Flynn, author of Gone Girl, will visit on November 5th for a reception and presentation. The library will also host various Sherlock Holmes themed events in October as part of its Westerville READS program. Finally, the library is excited to welcome Gillian Flynn for what is expected to be a large author event.
The document summarizes the Partner With an Artist (PWA) program, which partners local artists with businesses in Gloucester, Massachusetts. The program aims to create site-specific artworks inspired by the businesses and communities. It provides opportunities for artists and helps strengthen relationships between arts and business. Past projects are described from 2005-2011, pairing individual artists with organizations like the YMCA, ice company, inn, and more. The artworks created include paintings, films, sculptures, and mixed media based on the partner sites.
The document announces upcoming events at the Krannert Art Museum and Kinkead Pavilion in Champaign, Illinois, including exhibitions, performances, film screenings, and lectures from January to May 2011. Some of the featured exhibitions are "OPENSTUDIO", "Building a Modern Collection", "The Kangarok Epic", works by iona rozeal brown, and "Astral Convertible Stage Set". The museum hours and contact information are also provided.
This document provides information about the 2015 Fox Cities Book Festival, including its theme of connecting writers and readers. It summarizes some of the key events, such as appearances by featured author Christina Baker Kline and Wisconsin Poet Laureate Kimberly Blaeser. It also discusses the festival's goal of bringing in a wide variety of authors to appeal to different interests, and providing opportunities for both readers and aspiring writers to learn about the writing process.
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11. Saturday, March 2
10:00am: Submissions begin for the 2013 BIAJ National Book Awards
Details and registration forms online at bookindustryja.com
Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library. Tom Redcam Drive. Kingston 5.
7:00pm: #KBF13 Cocktail Party
Kick-off event; networking between major sponsors, partners
participating authors, publishers and booksellers and the media
By invitation.
Spanish Court Hotel. 1 St. Lucia Avenue. Kingston 5.
#kbf13
12. Sunday, March 3
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11:00am-1:00pm: Love Affair with Literature II
Kickoff of Literatures in English Month
Featuring Kei Miller, Lorna Goodison, Eddie Baugh and Tanya Batson
Savage.
Hosted by University of the West Indies, Department of
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3:30pm-5:45pm: “The Body Speaks” and Dance Umbrella Performance
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theoreticians, authors, choreographers and dancers including
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performance begins at 6:00pm.
Hosted by Dance Umbrella
Philip Sherlock Centre for the Performing Arts, University of the West Indies, Mona
Campus
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13. Monday, March 4
10:00am-4:00pm: High School Tour
Authors, illustrators and book reps visit schools to talk about writing
and careers in books. Authors include Roland Watson Grant and
Dennis Chung.)
Coordinated by Book Industry Association of Jamaica and Jamaica
Reading Association
7:00pm: Short Film Night at Red Bones
Featuring Jamaican books that have been made into movies. Smile
Orange and Country of the One Eyed God.
Red Bones Blues Café. 1 Argyle Road. Kingston 10
7:00pm: VERB: The Word in action!
Readings of Christian books and performances by Christian artists.
Hosted by Meto Corporation and Christian Booksellers Association
Webster Memorial United Church. 53 Half Way Tree Road. Kingston 10
#kbf13
14. Tuesday, March 5
10:00am-2:00pm Read for Peace. Peace Day in Schools
Visits to/readings in schools, featuring popular mascots
Coordinated by Book Industry Association of Jamaica and Jamaica
Reading Association
7:00pm: JCDC Celebration
Launch of two books based on pieces submitted to the Jamaica
Cultural Development Commission annual Festival competition.
Hosted by Pelican Publishers and Jackmandora
Eden Gardens. 39 Lady Musgrave Road. Kingston 5
#kbf13
15. Wednesday, March 5
10:00am-4:00pm: National Library of Jamaica Open Day/Exhibition.
Special exhibition of books, photographs and audiovisual items
related to Jamaica’s visual and performing arts
Arts Deposit Day: writers, film-makers, musicians invited to make
legal deposit of two copies of each work.
10:00am Library Tour
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1:00pm Repeat of Library Tour
3:00pm-4:00pm Repeat of Panel Discussion
10:00am-2:00pm: Primary School Children's Tour – Look Behind the Book
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publishing landscape: Meeting with authors and illustrators; visits to
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Coordinated by BIAJ, Jackmandora and Jamaica Cultural Enterprises #kbf13
16. Wednesday, March 5
12:00pm: BIAJ Books on Wheels Donation to the University of the West Indies
Pediatric Ward. In partnership with the Spanish Jamaican Foundation
7:00pm: Theatre Night: From the Page to the Stage
Family night celebrating the intersection between books and theatre.
Special showings of Patrick Brown’s Glass Slippaz and Basil Dawkins’
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Glass Slippaz: Centre Stage.
Dangerous Ambitions: The Little Little Theatre. 4 Tom Redcam Avenue, Kingston 5.
Coordinated by Jamaica Association of Dramatic Artists
#kbf13
17. Thursday, March 7: World Book Day
9:00am-11:00am: The Business of Books: Book Industry Investor Presentation
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opportunities in the book industry.
Coordinated by BIAJ and Jamaica Trade and Invest (JAMPRO)
JAMPRO Training Room. JAMPRO. 18 Trafalgar Road. Kingston 10
11:00am-1:00pm: Industry networking sessions
Collaborative sessions between local publishers and publishers,
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Coordinated by BIAJ and Caribbean Literature Action Group
JAMPRO Training Room. JAMPRO. 18 Trafalgar Road. Kingston 10
2:00pm-4:00pm: Notes from Edna
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1 Arthur Wint Drive. Kingston 5
7:00pm-9:00pm BYOB (Bring Your Own Book)
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Bookophilia. 92 Hope Road. Kingston 6 #kbf13
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10:00am-4:00pm: Industry Workshops
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Selling into the Caribbean Diaspora and International Markets
Marva Allen, Hue Man Bookstore (NY); Michael Williams, BIS
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Making Memories; Making Money: The business of memoirs
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Ingrid Riley, ConnectID; Lloyd Laing, JL Mobile
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Email: kbf@bookindustryja.com
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Presentations on new arts-based research from the Edna Manley
College
1 Arthur Wint Drive. Kingston 5
7:30pm-10:00pm Wake the Town and Tell the People!
An eclectic celebration in word, sound and song.
Featuring Christopher John Farley, editor of the Wall Street Journal
and author of numerous biographies of musicians; readings from
books about Jamaican music (Wayne Chen, Sonjah Stanley Naiah,
Carolyn Cooper); performances by poets including Mel Cooke and
Tanya Shirley; special musical guests: Nomadzz. Celebrity DJ.
Books and cash donations collected for
libraries in children’s homes and places of
safety.
Red Bones Blues Café. 1 Argyle Road. Kingston 10
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20. Saturday, March 9
Kingston Book Fair: South Lawn, Devon House
• Publishers, self-
publishers,
booksellers, trade
associations
• Drama, dance,
music, art activities
• Author
readings/signings
• Technology
exhibits
• Food and beverage
vendors
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21. Saturday, March 9
Kingston Book Fair: South Lawn, Devon House
10am-6pm
1:00pm-2:00pm Pitch Me a Story
Authors pitch book ideas to publishers.
Registration required.
2:15pm-6:15pm: Readings and Book Launches
Fiction, non-fiction and poetry sessions featuring
Diana McCaulay, Roland Watson Grant, Raymond Mair, Adziko
Simba; Special children’s tent featuring Alison Moss-Solomon,
Yendi Phillips
6:30pm-8:30pm: Arts Fusion!
Mixer forging collaborations in literary, visual, cinematic and
performing arts
Coordinated by BIAJ and Visual and Performing Arts Jamaica
By invitation.
Bin 26 Wine Bar. Devon House
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22. Sunday, March 10
7:00am Kingston City Run and Kingston Book Festival 5k
Proceeds collected for libraries in children’s homes and places of
safety.
Details and registration online at
http://kingstoncityrun.com/index.php/registration
Coordinated by BIAJ and the Jamaica Hotel and Tourism Association
Emancipation Park. New Kingston.
1:00pm-3:00pm Closing Event: Closing Day of the National Biennial at the National
Gallery of Jamaica
Claudia Hucke, Kay Sullivan, David Muir, Annie Paul, Tamara Scott-
Williams and Veerle Poupeye discuss art publishing.
Tours of the National Biennial with emphasis on pieces inspired by
literature run from 11am-4pm.
Coordinated by BIAJ and the National Gallery of Jamaica.
National Gallery of Jamaica. 12 Ocean Boulevard. Kingston
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