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| Ode Magazine Presents Rock the Bank with Arkadi Kuhlmann, CEO of Ing.: |
| Feb 1, 2012: February 1, 2012, 5-9pm
Cowell Theatre Ft. Mason, Fort Mason Center, Marina Blvd and Buchanan St., San Francisco, CA |
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| Ode Magazine presents Arkadi Kuhlmann, visionary CEO of Ing. Direct, with an unconventional approach to how money can build a more enlightened world.
Giselle Bisson | http://www.odenow.com/ | visiblityshift@gmail.com | 415-655-1050 |
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| In Other Words: |
| Feb 1, 2012: Feb 1-Mar 24, Tues-Sat, 12-6pm; Opening reception Wed, Feb 1, 7-9pm
Intersection for the Arts, 925 Mission Street, Suite 109, San Francisco, CA |
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| In Other Words is a group exhibition that looks at language. The artists explores language through a diversity of media.
Kevin Chen | http://theintersection.org/2012/01/in-other-words/ | kevin@theintersection.org | 415-626-2787 |
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| Thomas Frank: Pity Billionaire: Unlikely Resurgence of America Right: Pity the Billionaire |
| Jan 25, 2012: 7:30PM - 9:30PM
Berkeley Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA |
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| Thomas Frank will discuss his new book, Pity the Billionaire: The Unlikely Resurgence of the American Right, answer questions, and sign books.
http://www.kpfa.org | 510-967-4495 |
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| Litquake's EPICENTER: "The House of Mondavi", "Thousand Lives: the Untold Story of Hope, Deception, Survival at Jonestown" |
| Jan 24, 2012: Tuesday, Jan. 24, 7 pm
Tosca Cafe, 242 Columbus Ave., San Francisco, CA |
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| Join Litquake and authors Julia Flynn Siler and Julia Scheeres. Come hear them read from their most recent work and discuss the nonfiction process.
Jack Boulware | http://litquake.org | jb@litquake.org | 415-750-1497 |
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| DIANE RAVITCH: The Death and Life of the Great American School System: The Death and Life of the Great American School System |
| Jan 19, 2012: 7:30PM - 9:30PM
Berkeley Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA |
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| Diane Ravitch will discuss her book, 'The Death and Life of the Great American School System,' answer questions, and sign books
http://www.kpfa.org | 510-967-4495 |
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| Charles Fox: Killing Me Softly, My Life in Music: Killing Me Softly: My Life in Music |
| Jan 12, 2012: 7:00PM - 8:30PM
Albert and Janet Schultz Cultural Arts Hall, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA |
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| Two-time Emmy winner and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Charles Fox will play his iconic songs and share highlights from his astounding career.
http://www.paloaltojcc.org | info@paloaltojcc.org | 650-233-8700 |
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| Richard Wolff, Problem is Capitalism. Solution is Democracy at Work: |
| Jan 12, 2012: 7:30PM - 9:30PM
First Congregational Church of Berkeley, 2345 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA |
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| Richard Wolff discusses The Problem is Capitalism. The Solution is Democracy at Work, answer questions, and sign book. Hosted by Brian Edwards-Tiekert
http://www.kpfa.org | 510-967-4495 |
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| Steven Heller + Lita Talarico present Typography Sketchbooks w/ guests: Typography Sketchbooks |
| Jan 11, 2012: Wednesday, January 11, 6pm
New York Public Library, Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, Margaret Liebman Berger Forum, Fifth Avenue at 42nd Street, New York, NY |
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| FREE - Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Steven Heller, Lita Talarico, and special guests discuss the merits of the graphic designer's typography sketchbook.
Margaret Rogalski | http://www.nypl.org/events/programs/2011/11/16/design-and-style-typography-sketchbooks?pref=node_type_search%2Fevents | margar |
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| Palestinian Human Rights activist Omar Barghouti: Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions: The Global Struggle for Palestinian Rights |
| Jan 7, 2012: 7:30PM - 9:30PM
First Presbyterian Church of Oakland, 2619 Broadway, Oakland, CA |
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| Omar Barghouti speaks on 'Occupy Wall Street, Not Palestine!' in a benefit for the Middle East Children's Alliance, cosponsored by CODEPINK.
Penny Rosenwasser | http://www.mecaforpeace.org | events@mecaforpeace.org | 510-548-0542 |
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| “Prophetic Stones Of Remembrance – A Legacy For The End Times" Book Signing with Bill Yount: “Prophetic Stones Of Remembrance – A Legacy For The End Times" |
| Dec 18, 2011: Time: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Location: Bridge Of Life, 14 South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740.
, Hagerstown, MD |
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| You are invited to join us as we celebrate Jesus at Bridge of Life. After our morning celebration, Bill Yount will be signing copies of his new book, “Prophetic Stones Of Remembrance – A Legacy For The End Times." There will be copies available for purchase before and after the service.
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| The Plugged-In Manager: The Plugged-In Manager |
| Dec 15, 2011: 5:30PM - 8:00PM
Hult International Business School, 1355 Sansome Street, San Francisco, CA |
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| Join author and Santa Clara University professor Terri Griffith for an evening conversation on The Plugged-In Manager.
John Maloney | http://goo.gl/bOuLY | john.maloney@colabria.com | 415-637-0496 |
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| NOLA: Jazzy Tales from the Big Easy: |
| Dec 14, 2011: 7:00 PM at Symphony Space
2537 Broadway at 95th Street, New York, NY 10025-6990, New York, NY |
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| The magical, haunting and exuberant city that has inspired many artists is the heart of this evening: NOLA native Patricia Clarkson, Michael Cerveris and other actors read a story by Eudora Welty, and a selection from The Confederacy of Dunces and a story about a jazz piano teacher by Treme writer L |
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| Dr. Michelle Harris/Book Signing: Why Do Good Girls Choose Bad Boys? A Dating Guide for Parents and Teens |
| Dec 12, 2011: Holiday INN - Naperville
1801 N. Naper Blvd.
Naperville, IL, Naperville, IL |
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| Jessica Mast Book Signing: Call of the Caregiver |
| Dec 10, 2011: Family Christian Bookstore
1451 Woodruff Rd
Greenville, 29607
From 12pm to 2pm, Greenville, SC |
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| The Houses of William Wurster: Frames for Living: The Houses of William Wurster: Frames for Living |
| Dec 6, 2011: December 6, 7pm to 9pm
Van Alen Books, 30 W. 22nd Street, New York, NY |
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| Over the course of a career that spanned 45 years, William Wurster designed residences up and down the West Coast. Books available. Wine served.
Margaret Rogalski | http://papress.com | margaret@papress.com | 212-995-9620x208 |
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| Book Signing: The Christmas Donkey |
| Dec 4, 2011: Sunday, December 4, 2011
Noon to 4pm
Mast General Store
111 N. Main Street
Greenville, SC
29601
, Greenville, SC |
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| Author Donna Thornton will sign copies of her newly released book The Christmas Donkey, published by Ambassador International. The Christmas Donkey tells the story of Drupelet, a donkey dreaming of being a strong prize horse. But as Christmas approaches, Druplet is needed for a very special assignme |
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| Lizz Lund at Salt and Pepper Books: Kitchen Addiction! |
| Dec 3, 2011: 2:00 p.m. 125 Mill Street (on the river front, next to the Route 123 bridge), Occoquan, Virginia, Occoquan, VA |
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| Lizz Lund will be on hand to sign copies of her debut novel, "Kitchen Addiction!" - the first of the Mina Kitchen series. Reach her at http://www.LizzLund.com. |
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| Children's Painting Class: The Christmas Donkey |
| Dec 3, 2011:
10am to Noon at Vino & VanGogh
1307 Augusta Street Suite 112 Greenville, SC 29605
$35.00
Visit http://vinoandvangogh.net/kids/ to register., Greenville, SC |
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| Lynne Pryor, illustrator of the newly released children's book The Christmas Donkey, will take young artists through the steps of creating their own book cover artwork. Author Donna Thornton will also be on hand to sign copies of The Christmas Donkey, which tells the story of Drupelet, a donkey |
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| NASHVILLE AUTHORS TRAFTON AND PETERSON TO SIGN AT MYSTERIES & MORE BOOKSTORE: The Rise & Fall of Mount Majestic, Fiddler's Gun, & Fiddler's Green |
| Dec 3, 2011: 2-4 PM
Mysteries & More Bookstore
Lenox Village
6965 Sunnywood Drive
Nashville, TN 37211, Nashville, TN |
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| Local Nashville authors, Jennifer Trafton and A.S (Pete) Peterson, will discuss and sign their young adult adventure novels, "The Rise & Fall of Mount Majestic", “Fiddler’s Gun”, and “Fiddler’s Green” on Saturday, December 3rd, from 2-4 PM at Mysteries & More Bookstore in Lenox Village, Na |
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| Book Signing: The Christmas Donkey |
| Dec 2, 2011: Friday, December 2, 2011
From 7pm to 9pm
Barnes & Noble
735 Haywood Rd.
Greenville, SC
29607, Greenville, SC |
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| Author Donna Thornton will sign copies of her newly released book The Christmas Donkey, published by Ambassador International. The Christmas Donkey tells the story of Drupelet, a donkey dreaming of being a strong prize horse. But as Christmas approaches, Druplet is needed for a very special assignme |
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| The John Carlos Story: The Sports Moment That Changed the World: The John Carlos Story: The Sports Moment That Changed the World |
| Dec 2, 2011: 7:00PM - 9:00PM
Mission High School Auditorium, 3750 18th Street, San Francisco, CA |
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| Join John Carlos and his co-author, Dave Zirin, to celebrate the release of The John Carlos Story: The Sports Moment That Changed the World.
http://www.haymarketbooks.org |
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| Harry Belafonte in person: My Song: My Song |
| Nov 30, 2011: 7:30PM - 9:30PM
First Congregational Church of Berkeley, 2345 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA |
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| Harry Belafonte will discuss his new book, My Song, answer questions and sign books. With tributes from Barbara Lee, Al Young, and others.
http://kpfa.org/events | 510-967-4495 |
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| CL Gillmore: Uncommon Bond and Of Roots Shoes and Rhymes |
| Nov 19, 2011: 1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m.
Bards Books
3508 N 7th Street Suite #145
Phoenix, Arizona , Phoenix, AZ |
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| For more information contact cheryl2lls@hotmail.com
http://www.clgillmore.com
Book Signing and Artist Reception with Author CL Gillmore and Artist Kathryn Henneman |
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| Jack Youngblood: Because It Was Sunday: The Legend of Jack Youngblood |
| Nov 19, 2011: Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
WHEN:Saturday, November 19, 2011
2 p.m. – 5 p.m. in the Lobby
, Tampa, FL |
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COST: $20 to purchase Because It Was Sunday: The Legend of Jack Youngblood that includes a personal signature. With book purchase, Youngblood will sign additional fan-supplied memorabilia for $30 each.
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| Thomas Gladysz: Louise Brooks & The Diary of a Lost Girl |
| Nov 14, 2011: Sunday, Nov 14 1:00p to 3:00p San Francisco Public Library - Main 100 Larkin St. San Francisco, CA 94102, San Francisco, CA, San Francisco, CA |
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| Thomas Gladysz, Director of the Louise Brooks Society, will speak about his recently published edition of The Diary of a Lost Girl. A book signing will follow a screening of the film. |
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| Stephanie Campbell's Book Signing: Poachers |
| Nov 12, 2011: 83 N Harrisville Rd
Ogden, UT 84404 41.2612 -111.9713 , Ogden, UT |
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| Come see the new release of Poachers. See more on the book here: http://www.amazon.com/Poachers-Stephanie-Campbell/dp/1937004481 |
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| Kevin O'Donoghue to sign his stunning book on Queens: Historic Photos of Queens |
| Nov 11, 2011: 7:30 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, 176-60 Union Turnpike., Fresh Meadows, NY |
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| Queens-bred author, Kevin O'Donoghue, will discuss and sign copies of his book, Historic Photos of Queens, a compilation of nearly 200 vivid photos that showcase the evolution of the borough. |
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| Maria Carmi/CD Signing: CD/Thank You LORD Jesus |
| Nov 5, 2011: 1pm to 3pm at KC's Espresso, 415 North Fillmore Street, Corinth, MS , Corinth, MS |
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| web site: http://www.kcsespresso.com/, Email: kcsespressocorinth@gmail.com, Phone: (662)287-5360, contact: Melinda. |
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| Abilities United Authors Luncheon: |
| Nov 5, 2011: 10:30AM - 3:00PM
Cabana Hotel and Resort, 4290 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA |
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| Four acclaimed authors read from their books, share stories about their writing experience, offer insight into the inspiration behind the characters.
Michele Greenfield | http://www.abilitiesunited.org/Page.aspx?pid=338#authorslunch | michele@AbilitiesUnited.org | 650-618-3330 |
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| Dianne Ebertt Beeaff/Empire Ranch Roundup: Power's Garden |
| Nov 5, 2011: 10am to 4 pm at Empire Ranch; I10 east to exit 28l; #83 to Sonoita; 18 miles past milepost 40; Left at Empire Ranch Historic Site sign., Near Sonoita, AZ |
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| B Troop 4th US Calvary (Mem.); arena events; western skills; Cowboy Storytellers, author pavilion; BBQ and more. www.empireranchfoundation.org 888-364-2829 |
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| Book Signing with IVAN! Author Tim McHugh: IVAN! A Pound Dog's View on Life, Love, and Leashes |
| Nov 5, 2011: Noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Village Books Holiday Store in the Bellis Fair Mall, 1 Bellis Fair Pkwy, Bellingham, WA |
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| Back by popular demand, local author Tim McHugh will sign and discuss his new book IVAN,!a great holiday gift for dog lovers and readers alike. The first event sold out, so get there early! Visit ForeverIvan.com for more info. |
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| Arizona Authors Association 2011 Literary Contest: Of Roots Shoes and Rhymes |
| Nov 5, 2011: 5:00 p.m. Award Presentation and Dinner, Glendale, AZ |
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| CL Gillmore won First Prize for Published Nonfiction at the Arizona Authors Association 2011 Literary Contest for her book of poetry, "Of Roots, Shoes and Rhymes." |
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| Glenn Greenwald: With Liberty and Justice for Some: With Liberty and Justice for Some: How the Law Is Used to Destroy Equality and Protect the Powerful |
| Nov 3, 2011: 7:30PM - 9:30PM
Berkeley Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA |
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| Glenn Greenwald will discuss his new book, With Liberty and Justice for Some, answer questions, and sign books. Hosted by Mitch Jeserich.
http://kpfa.org/events | 510-967-4495 |
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| Selected Shorts: Murakami Madness!: |
| Nov 2, 2011: 7 pm
Symphony Space, Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street, New York, NY 10025-6990
, New York, NY |
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| http://www.symphonyspace.org/event/6960-selected-shorts-murakami-madness-
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| An Evening with Arthur Phillips: The Tragedy of Arthur |
| Nov 2, 2011: 7:00 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Carroll Gardens Library, 396 Clinton Street at the corner of Union Street., Brooklyn, NY |
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| Arthur Phillips, the best selling author, will be reading from The Tragedy of Arthur. The book contains a full-length play. The Guerilla Shakespeare Project, which performed a sold out reading of the play this spring at the Public Theater, will do a reading of scenes from the play within the novel. |
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| What Women Really Want with Isabel Allende: |
| Nov 2, 2011: 7:00PM - 9:00PM
First Unitarian Universalist Church, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco, CA |
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| The celebrated author Isabel Allende transforms facts into magical stories and turns reality into endless possibilities. Book signing at the event.
http://www.ciis.edu/News_and_Events/Event_Calendar/Allende_What_Women_Really_Want_FA11.html | publicprograms@ciis.edu | 415-575-6175 |
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| Bellevue Literary Review Poetry and Prose Reading: |
| Oct 30, 2011: 5:00 pm
Bellevue Hospital (Rotunda Area)
462 First Ave. (at 28th Street)
New York, NY 10016, New York, NY |
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| Please join us on October 30th for an evening of poetry and prose to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Bellevue Literary Review. Featured readers include Pulitzer-Prize winners Paul Harding and David Oshinsky, renowned poet Hal Sirowitz, and novelist Louise Blecher Rose. |
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| Halloween Festival with James Van Praagh at La Costa Resort: "Ghosts Among Us," "Healing Grief", "Talking to Heaven" |
| Oct 30, 2011: 10:00AM - 3:30PM
La Costa Resort & Spa, 2100 Costa Del Mar Road, Carlsbad, CA |
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| Internationally-renowned Medium James Van Praagh of CBS TV Show The Ghost Whisperer will be delivering messages from loved ones who have passed over.
Dean Price | http://holisticlivingexpo.com/10-30-11_carlsbad.php | dean@holisticlivingexpo.com | 831-239-6835 |
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| Roll Up Your Sleeves and Write! Writing retreat for artists & writers: |
| Oct 28, 2011: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Bedford Gallery, 1601 Civic Drive, Lesher Center, Walnut Creek, CA |
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| Got books, articles, blogs, grants you need to finish--or even start? Writing experts Lynda McDaniel & Virginia McCullough will mentor & inspire you.
Lynda McDaniel | http://www.afcbw.com | director@afcbw.com | 925-465-1831 |
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| Philippa Gregory Author and Book-Signing Event: The Lady of the Rivers and The Cousin's War |
| Oct 27, 2011: 7:00PM - 10:00PM
The Osher Marin JCC, 200 N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA |
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| Spend a sizzling evening with number one bestselling author Philippa Gregory for an an author and book-signing event.
http://www.marinjcc.org | 415-444-8000 |
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| Author Linda Cohen: 1,000 Mitzvahs |
| Oct 26, 2011: 7:30PM - 9:00PM
Oshman Family JCC, Conference Room F401 (4th floor above the theater), 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA |
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| '1,000 Mitzvahs' is a testament to the transformational power of kindness and a call to arms for others to follow in her footsteps.
http://www.paloaltojcc.org | info@paloaltojcc.org | 650-233-8700 |
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| National Reading Group Month: |
| Oct 25, 2011: 6:30-8:30 pm
1025 5th Street NW
Washington DC, Washington, DC |
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| Women's National Book Association,will sponsor authors; Sarah Pekkanen, Skipping A Beat, Jane Bradley, You Believers and Diana Reiss, Dolphin in the Mirror. Each author will be discussing her new release. For more information visit http://www.wnba-books.org/wash |
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| Melissa Harris-Perry: Sister Citizen: Shame, Stereotypes & Black Women: Sister Citizen: Shame, Stereotypes & Black Women |
| Oct 24, 2011: 7:30PM - 9:30PM
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 114 Montecito Avenue, Oakland, CA |
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| Melissa Harris-Perry will discuss her new book, Sister Citizen, answer questions, and sign books.
http://www.kpfa.org | 510-967-4495 |
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| LOCAL NASHVILLE AUTHOR, CHESTER CAMPBELL SIGNS NEW BOOK AT MYSTERIES & MORE BOOKSTORE: The Good, The Bad, and the Murderous |
| Oct 22, 2011: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Mysteries & More Bookstore
6965 Sunnywood Drive
Nashville, TN 37211, Nashville, TN |
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| Chester Campbell will discuss and sign his new book, "The Good, the Bad and the Murderous" on Saturday, October 22nd from 2-4 P.M. Light refreshments will be served and everyone is invited to attend. 837-3300 or www.mysteriesandmore.net |
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| Sansum Diabetes Research Institute: Eat Well With Diabetes / Comer Bien Con Diabetes |
| Oct 21, 2011: 12 noon, Curious Cup Bookstore, 929 Linden Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93013 (805) 220-6608, Carpinteria, CA |
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| The nutritional experts at the internationally respected Sansum Diabetes Research Institute will speak about the joy of cooking, and the pleasure of eating, for those with diabetes and their families. This "Lunch and Learn" event will be interesting and informative for anyone interested in |
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| Real women. Real Conversations.: 10-10-10: A Life-Transforming Idea |
| Oct 20, 2011: Thursday, October 20, 2011, 12:30pm to 5:00pm
The Historic Del Monte Building, 100 S. Murphy Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA |
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| Our speaker is Suzy Welch, author of the New York Times Bestseller 10-10-10: A Life-Transforming Idea.
Deborah Shea | http://siliconvalley.jointheconversationnawbo.com/Template/NAWBO/Index.aspx | info@nawbo-sv.org | 408-257-3857 |
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| Nonfiction Authors Network Monthly Meeting: |
| Oct 19, 2011: 6:30PM - 8:30PM
Doubletree Hotel, 2001 Point West Way, Sacramento, CA |
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| Guest Speaker Allen Fahden's 1st book was covered by ABC News and People Mag. Come to find out how to position your book for success.
Stephanie Chandler | http://www.meetup.com/Nonfiction-Authors-Network/events/29849411/ | stephanie@authoritypublishing.com | 877-800-1097 |
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| Thalia Book Club: Catch 22 50th Anniversary with Christopher Buckley, and Mike Nichols: |
| Oct 19, 2011: 7:30 pm
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre
2537 Broadway at 95th Street, New York, NY 10025-6990, New York, NY |
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| An evening of readings and discussion: Heller's friends and colleagues including Christopher Buckley, Robert Gottlieb and Mike Nichols, revisit his classic black comedy set at the end of WWII. The conversation will be led by Lesley Stahl. An excerpt will be performed by Scott Shepherd (Gatz).
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| Japan Center Anime Fair, From Sailor Moon to Hatsune Miku: |
| Oct 16, 2011: 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Japantown Peace Plaza, Post Street at Buchanan Street, San Francisco, CA |
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| Join us for an afternoon of Anime fun featuring singing, dancing, a 'Peoples Choice' Cosplay Contest, live drawing and more.
http://www.sfjapantown.org/ |
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| Women and Children on the Path to California: |
| Oct 15, 2011: 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Center for History and Community, 2488 Coolidge Ave, Oakland, CA |
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| Peter Gough of UNLV brings to life untold stories of early California history, in the heart of the Fruitvale neighborhood. Please RSVP.
Ben Glickstein | http://www.peraltahacienda.org | news@peraltahacienda.org | 510-532-9142 |
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