|
| Events Listing for June 2007 |
|
Margaret Sartor-- Miss American Pie
Thursday, July 5, 7:30-9:00pm
Imagine the writings of a fiercely-determined adolescent girl growing up in rural Louisiana in the tempestuous 1970's. Now imagine that girl as a reflective adult, spinning that diary into a memoir of time, place, and identity. The result would be Miss American Pie, by Margaret Sartor. Come hear from the author herself about some of her very personal yet profound experiences.
Read more... |
|
Fiona Zedde-- Every Dark Desire
Saturday, July 7, 8:00-9:30pm
Desire can be dangerous. Set in the lush landscapes of modern day Jamaica and Alaska, Every Dark Desire is a lesbian vampire's tale of passion, discovery, and survival under starlight. It is also Fiona Zedde's 3rd novel! Come for the delicious edibles and audibles with the author herself, who will make sure that 07/07/07 is a night you remember!
Find out more!
|
 |
|
|
Young Women* Writers
Monday, July 9 & 23, 5:00-6:30pm
This group is open to all young women* writers ages 15-19. Through faciliated writing prompts and supportive critique, participants are encouraged to raise their voices and express themselves through a variety of written mediums. Writers of all skill levels and genres are encouraged to stop in and see if the group works for them. This group meets the second and fourth Mondays of every month from 5-6:30pm. Please direct inquiries to
writersgroups@chariscircle.org. *Trans inclusive |
|
Writing With Intent
Monday, July 9, 6:30-8:30pm
This facilitated group is open to all writers of fiction and creative non-fiction who want a serious group to provide constructive criticism, motivational exercises, and interpersonal accountability to keep their writing on track. We will do monthly exercises and critiques with an eye towards individual improvement and the eventual goal of publication. Writers are encouraged to bring copies of their work to share for critique. The group meets the second Monday of each month from 6:30-8:30pm. Please direct inquiries to writersgroups@chariscircle.org.
Read More
|
 |
|
|
Exploring Genders Through Reading
Wednesday, July 11, 7:00-8:30pm
This open book group meets on the second Wednesday of each month to discuss books that explore gender identity and representation. Join us in July for a discussion of Female Masculity, by Judith Halberstam. In August we will meet to discuss Whipping Girl, by Julia Serano.
Read more... |
|
Jennifer Niesslein-- Practically Perfect
Thursday, July 12, 7:30-9:00pm
Jennifer Niesslein is co-founder of Brain, Child (The Magazine for Thinking Mothers). Also a writer, mother, and flawed human being, Jennifer has written a wry, perceptive, and witty examination of the relentless need for self-improvement. The result is her new book, Practically Perfect In Every Way: My Misadventures Through the World of Self-Help--and Back. This is your chance to meet Jennifer, ask lots of questions, and get your copy of Practically Perfect signed by the author.
Read more...
|
 |
|
|
Myriam Gurba-- Dahlia Season
Friday, July 13, 8:00-9:30pm
Combining the spark of Michelle Tea, the comic angst of Augusten Burroughs, and the warmth of Sandra Cisneros, Mexican American author Myriam Gurba has created a territory all her own. Come meet the author and California-based high school teacher and hear her read from her latest work, Dahlia Season. The book, published through Manic D. Press, not only contains the title novella, but also several of Myriam's acclaimed stories. If your Friday night is already packed but you're dying to meet Myriam, luck is on your side-- she'll be performing with Cliterati on Thursday night at The Spot on Ralph McGill Blvd.
Read more... |
|
Entering Charis Circle
Tuesday, July 17, 7:30-8:30pm
Curious about Charis Circle? Been planning to introduce your friends and family to Charis? Want to meet our staff and volunteers? We'll be welcoming newcomers, old friends and their guests at a one-hour program about how Charis Circle changes lives. Please join us!
|
 |
|
Disability 101: The Analysis
(Part 1 of 3)**
Thursday, July 19, 7:30-9:00pm
What is "disability?" How is disability socially constructed? Want to learn to understand the systematic oppression of disabled people just as well as you understand white and male supremacy? Join us as we unpack disability, ableism, able-bodied privilege, accessibility, and oppression. Learn about the difference between the "social" versus the "medical" model of disability and what its impacts are in our daily lives. Learn how ableism functions with other systems of oppression, power and privilege. ASL interpretation will be provided at this program.
**Charis Circle's 3-part series on disability will take place over the course of July, August, and September. All 3 programs will take place at wheel-chair accessible venues, and will have ASL interpretation available.
Read more... |
|
Harry Potter Book Release Breakfast
Saturday, July 21, 9:00-11:00am
It's here!! Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, J.K. Rowling's 7th and final book in her world-famous Harry Potter series. We are opening our doors early for the occasion, and we hope you'll join us for a morning meal of bewitched bagels and magic muffins, with coffee and tea of course. Pick up the new release from your favorite bookstore - order now to make sure your copy is here for you.
Read more... |
|
| |
Program Notes
Programs funded in part by the Atlanta Women's Foundation , AEC Foundation, Georgia Shares, Fund for Southern Communities, and YOU! Sign language interpretation available by request with one week advance notice.
All book events are co-sponsored by Charis Books and More. Please visit Charis or charisbooksandmore.com for suggested readings to complement the programs listed here. Order any book in print online and receive a 10% discount.
UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, ALL CHARIS CIRCLE PROGRAMS ARE FREE AND TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS ARE WELCOME!
|
|
|
|
