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“Wolfe at the Door” Writers Workshop with Scott Thomas Anderson on March 24th 2012 at the Cente
Come see award-winning author and journalist Scott Thomas Anderson, on March 24th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, with a free book signing and reception for the public from 3:15 to 4:30 pm. Workshop participants will learn to use the concepts and techniques of literary journalism to make memoirs, histories and creative non-fiction more compelling—and more marketable.
The workshop will start with an overview of how Literary Journalism was pioneered in the 1960s by wordsmith-reporters like Tom Wolfe, Truman Capote and Hunter S. Thompson. Attendees will learn about the genre’s ups-and-downs in the 1970s, and its storming resurgence in the late 1980s when writers like Jon Franklin, David Simon and Jon Krakauer produced books and magazine pieces that left an enduring mark on America’s view of what makes great writing.
During the workshop, Anderson will share how he used elements of Literary Journalism to transmute more than 18 months of research as an embedded reporter with law enforcement agencies into his new book, Shadow People: how meth-driven crime is eating at the heart of rural America. This work of journalism, which explores the nightmare of the country’s modern methamphetamine epidemic, has been praised by national reporters for The Washington Post and Scripps Howard News Service and contributing writers for The Wall Street Journal, Vanity Fair, L.A. Weekly and Elle magazine.
Those attending the workshop will be encouraged to try their hand at Literary Journalism and apply the genre’s techniques and concepts to improve their own creative non-fiction projects. A hands-on writing session will focus on drafting leads for everything from newspaper features and magazine pieces, to book introductions and chapter openings.
After the hands-on writing session, attendees will have the option of sharing their work aloud for feedback from the workshop’s leader, as well as the other writers. The event will conclude with advice and suggestions from Anderson on pitching creative non-fiction and Literary Journalism to editors.
Workshop fee is $75.00 and includes morning refreshments, and a free, signed copy of Scott Anderson’s new book as well as a complimentary copy of Wild Edges. Reserve your spot in the workshop by mailing a $75.00 check to Manzanita Writers Press, CCAC, PO Box 632, San Andreas, CA 95249 – Attention: Anderson Workshop. Deadline for early reservation: March 1, 2012. After this date, the fee goes up to $85.00. Limited participants. Reserve early. $10.00 Discount for Writers Unlimited members.
This event is sponsored by Manzanita Writers Press (www.manzapress.com), a nonprofit affiliate of the Calaveras County Arts Council, and a regional literary publisher. For more information, contact Linda at lindafield@sbcglobal.net or 209-736-0222, or contact Monika at (209) 754-0577 or mrosemanza@jps.net.
The Center for Creativity and Community is a unique gathering place in the Sierra Foothills of Calaveras County where people of all ages can explore and express their creativity. Located at 23 W. St. Charles in San Andreas, the Center provides a complete range of experiences in the arts for children, teens, and adults regardless of ability to pay. For more information about The Center, please visit www.center4creativity.net or contact William Thompson at 209-747-1194.
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Arnolds Clothing & Boot Winter Sale
March Madness Sale Take 25 % off all in stock Winter Clothing for men & women. Carhartt & Woolrich Coats, Sweaters Flannels Lined jeans Slippers Hats & Gloves. Muck Boots also on sale !
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TeleFest & Adventure Ski Race WEEKEND!
Bear Valley Telemark Festival – March 23-25 The stage is set for 3 days of fun filled powder skiing at the Bear Valley Telemark Festival on March 23-25. Doesn’t matter if you are new or wise to the coolest turn on slopes. Powder by day, followed by good food and entertainment by night. Discount lift tickets on Friday to support the Sierra Avalanche Center.
Bear Valley Adventure Ski Race – March 24 Test your skills at the Bear Valley Adventure Ski Race on March 24th. Advanced randonee, telemark and splitboarders choose between two courses on resort and backcountry terrain for a big day of skiing, skinning and climbing. Afterwards everybody is invited to join the telemark festival banquet on Saturday night for more good food, live music and dancing.
Also be sure to attend the Sierra Avalanche Center Fundraiser on Friday, March 23rd!
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Bristol's Ranch House Cafe Social Night
Arnold, CA...Social Night at Bristol's Ranch House Cafe looks to be quite the event for the whole family. Music by the Experimentalist! Dinner is fried chicken, mased potatoes & veggies. Music, fun, games and socializing. Everyone is welcome.
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Spring Health Fair and Fun Run/Walk, Murphys - 209-754-2604
Spring Health Fair and Fun Run/Walk, Murphys - 209-754-2604
Description: At beautiful Ironstone Vineyards. Health Fair: 8am-1pm. Health Screening, Nutrition, Fitness Information, Bone Density Screening ($10) Free Adult Flu Shot, and more. Free Admission. Fun Run/Walk: Enjoy a beautiful, fun course on historic Six Mile Road near Murphys. Call for general information or more information about registration for Run/Walk.
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e-Waste Recycling
e-Waste Recycling - St. Patricks Catholic Church Parking Lot - 820 S. Main St., Angels Camp. Recycling for the following items: Computers, Laptops, Scanners, Televisions, DVD & VCR, Telephones, Video Games, IPods/MP3's, Styromfoam, Cardboard, Monitors, Printers, Fax Machines, Radios, Stereos,
CD Players, Cell Phones, Microwave Ovens. Drive Thru Service Provided.
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Gem and Jewelry Show, Angels Camp - CalaverasGemAndMineral.org
Gem and Jewelry Show, Angels Camp - CalaverasGemAndMineral.org
Description: At the Calaveras County Fairground. 10-5 Sat. 10-4 Sun. Tools, beads, jewelry, jewelry supplies, kid's area, demonstrators, gems, minerals, raffle, exhibits, snack bar silent auction. Free parking, shuttle service. $4.
Free for kids 12 and under. Visit calaverasgemandmineral.org for more information.
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Open Garden Day, San Andreas - 209-754-6477
Open Garden Day, San Andreas - 209-754-6477
Description: Located at the County Government Center, 891 Mountain Ranch Road. The garden will be open to the public from 10am-2pm. 10:30 will be an informational talk. Plant sale from 10am-12pm. Call or visit http://cecalaveras.ucdavis.edu
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Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys
Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072
Description: 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more. Free.
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Trvia Bee, San Andreas - 209-754-6510
Trvia Bee, San Andreas - 209-754-6510
Description: Friends of the Calaveras County Library presents "All Things Golden" Triva Bee, Social 5:30pm, Dinner 6:30pm, Trivia Bee 7:30pm. No host bar. Tickets are $25/person and are available at all Calaveras County Library branches. Call for more information.
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Wild and Scenic Film Festival, Murphys - 209 728-8842
Wild and Scenic Film Festival, Murphys - 209 728-8842
Description: 6:00 PM at the Black Bart Theater. Films range in topic from the very local Mokelumne River dam project to life in Bhutan where the government uses the Happiness Index to make national decisions. Adults: $8 advance, $10 at door. Students: advance $5, $6 at door. For films, tickets, and program information visit sierrafilmfest.org. Doors open at 5:30 PM.
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