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Voices Rising: A Group Author Event
Sunday, September 2, 6:30-8:00pm
Please join co-editor G. Winston James and contributors Reginald Harris, Lisa C. Moore, Duncan Teague, and Malik M.L. Williams for a lively reading and discussion of their book, Voices Rising: Celebrating 20 Years of Black Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Writing. The book's publication marks the twentieth anniversary of Other Countries-- a small organization endeavoring to create a powerful, far-reaching, deliberate legacy of black queer expression. This is your chance to hear five of the black LGBTQ community's most talented "rising" voices, out loud and in person. See you there!
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Disability 101: Activism (Pt 3 of 3)
Thursday, September 6, 7:30-9:00pm
Are you involved in the disability rights movement? Do you want to get involved, but don't know how? Were you involved in ADAPT or Long Road Home? Do you want to know how you as an ally can support the disability rights movement? Joins us in a facilitated conversation on disability activism in the final part of our Disability 101 series. ASL interpretation will be provided at this program. This program Will be held at Charis Books and More.
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Young Women* Writers
Monday, September 10 & 24, 5:00-6:30pm
writing compassThis group is open to all young women* writers ages 15-19. Through facilitated 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 chariswriters@gmail.com. *Trans inclusive
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Writing With Intent
Monday, September 10 & 24, 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 chariswriters@gmail.com. |
Exploring Genders Through Reading
Wednesday, September 12, 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 September for a discussion of Just Add Hormones by Matt Kailey. The book selection for October is Self-Organizing Men by Jay Sennett.
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Financial Planning for the Fiscally Challenged
Thursday, September 13, 7:30-9:00pm
Please join local financial planner Ellen Coleman for an open discussion about nontraditional financial planning for young people, activists, and financial beginners. Topics will include: consuming less/saving more, empowerment through personal finance, and socially responsible investing. What this program is NOT: a buttoned-up, tie-wearing business person talking at you about money you don't have, using language that bores you. Instead, Ellen will help us take a realistic look at various money matters. If you typically shy away from the topic of finances, then this is the program for you! |
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The Atlanta Women's Foundation: Standing Together to Advance Atlanta's Women & Girls
Tuesday, September 18, 7:00-8:30pm
The Atlanta Women's Foundation will present their concept of women's self-sufficiency as a three-piece model of economic wellness, social wellness and physical/mental wellness. Join us for a discussion about new data on the demographic and sociological shifts occurring in our area and how those intersect to affect women and girls, as well as how we can work collaboratively to address these challenges.
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Cocktails with Charis at Birdi's
Wednesday, September 19, 6:00-8:00pm
Come unwind after work with your Charis cohorts! We will mingle, munch on appetizers & desserts, sip wine (or cocktails from the cash bar, if you prefer), and discuss the magnificent work of your favorite feminist organization, Charis Circle. The suggested donation to attend this event is a sliding scale of $10 to $20, though no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Invite your friends to this fun, relaxing, and informational gathering where we will celebrate ourselves, our community, and our camaraderie.
Birdi's is located on the Square in Decatur, at 115 Sycamore St. and on the web at birds on the square.com |
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Barbara Kingsolver at Emory
Thursday, September 20, 7:30pm
Acclaimed author, Barbara Kingsolver, makes one of her rare public appearances to share stories from her family's recent adventure to eat locally-and seasonally-from their own or nearby farms for a year-or go without. Currently on the bestseller list, her new book, Animal, Vegetable, Miracle (co-authored with her husband Steven Hopp and daughter Camille), makes a passionate case for putting the kitchen back at the center of family life and diversified farms at the center of the American diet.
The presentation will be followed by a book signing and reception in the Carlos Museum. Tickets available beginning September 4, 2007 at: Dobbs University Center Ticket Desk and the Schwartz Center Box Office on campus, and at
Charis Books and More. Reservations may be made via internet beginning September 4, at www.georgiaorganics.org. If special accommodations are needed owing to a disability or chronic medical condition, contact the Emory Disability Services Office at 404-727-6016 voice or 404-712-2049 TDD.
Glenn Memorial Auditorium is located on the Emory Campus at 1652 N. Decatur Rd. NE.
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A Memory, a Monologue, a Rant, and a Prayer
September 26 at Opera
VIP Reception at 6:00 PM, Performance at 8:00 PM
V-Day Atlanta presents an inaugural performance of A Memory, a Monologue, a Rant, and a Prayer: Writings to End Violence Against Women and Girls, a groundbreaking collection of monologues by world-renowned authors and playwrights, edited by Eve Ensler and Mollie Doyle and commissioned by V-Day. Featuring performances by Eve Ensler, Jane Fonda, and Kenny Leon, the reading will be presented in conjunction with a VIP fundraiser reception, and all funds raised from the Atlanta performance and reception will support V-Day Atlanta's adopted Safe House in Haiti, V-Day Worldwide, and to fund scholarships and transportation for Atlanta women to attend the 10th Anniversary of V-Day in New Orleans, Louisiana in April, 2008. Other local beneficiaries include Men Stopping Violence and Charis Circle.
Tickets for this event are available at Charis Books & More. For more information about sponsorship levels, please contact Nikki Noto at nikkinoto@hotmail.com or 770-315-2838. |
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I Am the Only One Who Saw-- Children's Photography from Ghana
Thursday, September 27, 7:30-9:00pm
Please join Charis and Deviwo Projects as we celebrate the official Atlanta book release for I Am The Only One Who Saw by Edward Chao. This collection of photos and essays is shot and narrated by a remarkable twelve-year-old student in Ghana, West Africa. All proceeds from book sales will go towards the Deviwo Projects Scholarship fund, which supports Edward and other children in Madina, Accra to further their education. Deviwo Projects was co-created by a member of our own community, Samuel Bathrick. Help us give Sam the big welcome home and congratulations he deserves for this compelling, ongoing work of art and education. To learn more about Edward Chao and other children taking pictures in Ghana, please visit www.deviwo.org.
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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!
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