Third times a charm, in this CCWW session, the writers expressed their thoughts, opinions and a little life humor. The session was held at the Callahan Branch Library on Tuesday, January 27th. We writers seemed to be unwittingly in a battle with very vocal teenagers but we were able to cut off the invaders with a closed door and no one got hurt.
Here is a recap of the events of the evening:
Warm-Ups and News
Writers chose to write for ten minutes on one or more of the four prompts listed below.
1. Robots
2. The dogcatcher
3. A favorite cartoon or comic strip
4. A free write on anything
Matt, Connie W. and Ollie shared their warm-ups with the group. Good news, Lyle Love-It, seems to be on the mend thanks to medical treatment. Richard did finally get a response from his contest. Although he did not win, he was one of the finalist.
"Crafternoon" is being held monthly at the Callahan Branch Library for teens. This event will be held tomorrow, January 29th at 4:20. The library is providing supplies. Teens come ready to have fun and bring your imagination.
"Saturday Night Life", a new and different kind of church service, is held each Saturday at 6:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center at First Baptist Church in Callahan. If you would like to learn more please see Nancy B., Connie K. or Danielle T.
Upcoming Events for CCWW
Spoken Word Festival-April, 2015
April is National Poetry Month. Last year, we helped the Callahan Branch Librarian, Alison M., host a Spoken Word Festival. This year, Alison is planning a bigger and better Festival.
If you would like to help with the Spoken Word Festival or take part in it, please let Nancy know. The event is still in the planning stages, and your input is welcome!
Back to the Table for CCWW
That’s right. On February 17, March 17 and March 24, CCWW will meet at the table in the open area of the library. The reason is because we are sharing the conference room with a smoking cessation group. I think that table near the circulation desk has been missing us! What about you?
Critiques
Ashley T. reluctantly started us off with the prologue of her Behind the Walls book. The dream sequence and ominous tone of the piece resounded well with members. Matt Y. continued by reading C.R.A.P. (Corporations Run All Politicians), a humorous campaign piece. Members enjoyed his wit and tone as he read the piece. Ollie M. then shared a modern day proverb. Members identified with the piece as it spoke of women who confused pride and ownership.
Connie W. then read a prompt-based piece that relayed the tale of a family witnessing the invention of paper plates and sliced bread and continued through out generations until the modern day family members had no regard for the finer things in life. Members commented on the loss of tradition and family time. Richard N. then had Michele read more of his new Dodge story. Members thought he wove the love-story into the more serious portions of the story very well.
Lori L. took us on a ride through heavy traffic. Members enjoyed how she compared life to driving and how we are most comfortable in our own lane. Danielle T. then continued with her tribute to her Father's life. Members enjoyed the taste of history as well as the emotional tie.
Makenzie K. then had me, Lisa C., read her piece entitled, Alive. Members appreciated her underlying message of hope and adventure. Then, I, Lisa C., read a prompt-based poem entitled, Foiled Again. One member suggested the poem be donated to the Glad company for a jingle.
Ines R. finished us out with a continuation of her Rain piece. Members loved her descriptions and the emotion of the piece..
Spectacular Work Guys!
Links of Interest
1. Great quotes here about the value of libraries:
Read them here: http://ebookfriendly.com/best-quotes-about-libraries-librarians/
2. “American Short Story Contest” is offered annually to reward and recognize short stories under 1000 words. Submissions are accepted via online submission manager on web site. Please see web site for full details. Entries accepted Feb. 15 through May 1.
Website: www.americanshortfiction.org. Entry fee required.
3. Here’s an essay contest on the prompt: education in 50 years. There is no entry fee, nice prize money and a Feb. 15 deadline. You must be 25 years of age or younger to participate in the contest.
Read more here: http://bid4papers.com/blog/essay-contest/
Prompt and Guidelines for 2/03/15
The prompt for 2/03/15 is erasers. You’re free to write in any genre you like (poetry, non-fiction, fiction, drama, etc.) or bring in a WIP (work-in-progress). Please keep pieces 1500 words or less. Keeping our community standards in mind, CCWW now asks writers to refrain from including gratuitous violence, vulgarity or profanity in pieces read at our workshops.
Quote of the week:
“I went for years not finishing anything. Because, of course, when you finish something you can be judged.”
~Erica Jong
When in Doubt, Write it Out!
~Lisa C.
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