Tonight - Friday, February 18, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Take a break from the books and slip into the galleries!
College students are invited to explore Pattern ID with students from the University of Kansas. The night also includes music, activities, and refreshments.
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art
Free admission - Free parking
4420 Warwick Blvd. Kansas City, Missouri 64111
Tel 816-753-5784
For more information: http://www.kemperart.org/
Friday, February 18, 2011
Tips for Effectively Critiquing Manuscripts
Done right, manuscript critiques are an important part of any successful writing group and can lead to publication for many of the group's members. But there are definitely "tricks of the trade" when it comes to critiquing manucripts within a group setting.
Suzanne Lieurance is the author of 23 published books, a freelance writer, Internet radio talk show host, and the Working Writer's Coach. As an instructor for the Institute of Children's Literature from 2000 to 2008, she critiqued hundreds, if not thousands, of manuscripts. Throughout her career as a writer and writing coach, she has created and led many writers' critique groups.
Join Suzanne Lieurance on April 6 at Johnson County Central Resource Library, 9875 West 87th Street, Overland Park, KS for this informal session when Lieurance will share many "tricks of the trade" for effectively critiquing manuscripts. The session will be in the Carmack Community Room from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm.
Suzanne Lieurance is the author of 23 published books, a freelance writer, Internet radio talk show host, and the Working Writer's Coach. As an instructor for the Institute of Children's Literature from 2000 to 2008, she critiqued hundreds, if not thousands, of manuscripts. Throughout her career as a writer and writing coach, she has created and led many writers' critique groups.
Join Suzanne Lieurance on April 6 at Johnson County Central Resource Library, 9875 West 87th Street, Overland Park, KS for this informal session when Lieurance will share many "tricks of the trade" for effectively critiquing manuscripts. The session will be in the Carmack Community Room from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm.
Watch the Oscars at The Armour in NKC
Watch the Academy Awards on Sunday, February 27th, in live HD on the big screen at The Armour!
It's free and there will be food and drink specials all night.
The fun starts at 6:00. Screenland Armour, 408 Armour Rd., North Kansas City, MO - 816.421.9700.
It's free and there will be food and drink specials all night.
The fun starts at 6:00. Screenland Armour, 408 Armour Rd., North Kansas City, MO - 816.421.9700.
KanMoWriCollectives and Other KC Area Writing Collectives
KanMoWriCollectives and Other KC Area Writing Collectives
PoetT announces nine "write-ins" in the Kansas City metro area, at 4 different locations. Most of these groups were created to create a community for writers and aspiring writers who were involved in National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) and/or Script Frenzy (Screnzy). Look them up online for more information.
That doesn't mean you have to participate in NaNoWriMo or Screnzy to participate in the write ins. If you might like writing your own thing in the presence of others who are writing their own thing, give it a try.
Maybe one of these opportunities to write along with some of your fellow KanMoWriCollectivites will suit you.
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1st & 3rd Sundays
Feb. 20
6pm - 10pm
Roasterie Café, 6223 Brookside Blvd., Kansas City, MO
Google maps: http://tinyurl.com/4rhq4nj
host: poetT (though I don't always wear my black hat outside November, I try to set up a write-in tabletop paper-tent)
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Mondays
Feb. 21, 28
6:30pm - 10:00pm
Olathe Borders, 15350 West 119th Street, Olathe, KS
Google maps: http://tinyurl.com/4b8qsrg
host: DanyelleFerguson (see her photo on the her NaNo user page)
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2nd & 4th Wednesdays
Feb. 23
Time: 6:30-10 pm (Come for all or part of the time)
Roasterie Café, 4511 W. 119th St, Leawood, KS (One Nineteen Center/strip mall)
Google maps: http://tinyurl.com/4d4pgsu
host: muccino in the red scarf
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1st & 3rd Wednesdays
7:00-8:30 p.m.
From the Winter Activities booklet: Johnson County Library Writing Group; ...
Join other writers in exercises, discussion and sharing. Bring samples of your writing to share, or start something new.
On April 6, they'll have a presentation (everybody welcome) on critique in writing groups: http://tinyurl.com/4q3u2bs
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4th Thursday
Feb. 24
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Mid-Continent Public Library, 1000 N.E. Colbern Rd., Lee's Summit, MO
http://tinyurl.com/4ekzpqd
host: Mackenziethegreat
Thanks to Teri/PoetT who sent this information.
http://www.nanowrimo.org/eng/node/164
PoetT announces nine "write-ins" in the Kansas City metro area, at 4 different locations. Most of these groups were created to create a community for writers and aspiring writers who were involved in National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) and/or Script Frenzy (Screnzy). Look them up online for more information.
That doesn't mean you have to participate in NaNoWriMo or Screnzy to participate in the write ins. If you might like writing your own thing in the presence of others who are writing their own thing, give it a try.
Maybe one of these opportunities to write along with some of your fellow KanMoWriCollectivites will suit you.
~<>~
1st & 3rd Sundays
Feb. 20
6pm - 10pm
Roasterie Café, 6223 Brookside Blvd., Kansas City, MO
Google maps: http://tinyurl.com/4rhq4nj
host: poetT (though I don't always wear my black hat outside November, I try to set up a write-in tabletop paper-tent)
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Mondays
Feb. 21, 28
6:30pm - 10:00pm
Olathe Borders, 15350 West 119th Street, Olathe, KS
Google maps: http://tinyurl.com/4b8qsrg
host: DanyelleFerguson (see her photo on the her NaNo user page)
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2nd & 4th Wednesdays
Feb. 23
Time: 6:30-10 pm (Come for all or part of the time)
Roasterie Café, 4511 W. 119th St, Leawood, KS (One Nineteen Center/strip mall)
Google maps: http://tinyurl.com/4d4pgsu
host: muccino in the red scarf
~<>~
1st & 3rd Wednesdays
7:00-8:30 p.m.
From the Winter Activities booklet: Johnson County Library Writing Group; ...
Join other writers in exercises, discussion and sharing. Bring samples of your writing to share, or start something new.
On April 6, they'll have a presentation (everybody welcome) on critique in writing groups: http://tinyurl.com/4q3u2bs
~<>~
4th Thursday
Feb. 24
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Mid-Continent Public Library, 1000 N.E. Colbern Rd., Lee's Summit, MO
http://tinyurl.com/4ekzpqd
host: Mackenziethegreat
Thanks to Teri/PoetT who sent this information.
http://www.nanowrimo.org/eng/node/164
Rocky Horror Picture Show - Screenland Crossroads
"The Rocky Horror Picture Show" Returns to Screenland Crossroads on Saturday, February 19th at 10:00.
Tickets are $8 and prop bags are available for $3 at the door. Includes a live floor show that features adult content that is not rated. Not recommended for ages under 18.
To reserve tickets in advance: http://www.screenland. Screenland Theatre at the Crossroads, 1656 Washington, Kansas City, MO 816.421.9700
Tickets are $8 and prop bags are available for $3 at the door. Includes a live floor show that features adult content that is not rated. Not recommended for ages under 18.
Henry Bloch and Tom Bloch in Conversation at NAMA
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art (NAMA) invites the public to attend a conversation between Business Council founder Henry Bloch and his son Tom, author of the new book, Many Happy Returns-The Story of Henry Bloch, America's Tax Man. Henry's rise from a tiny office to become the founder of a national industry is an inspiring personal story.
The conversation will be Friday, March 25 at 6 p.m. in the Atkins Auditorium with happy hour and book signing at 7 p.m. in the Atkins Foyer. General admission tickets are $5. You may pre-purchase the book and one ticket for $25.
The Nelson-Atkins is located at 4525 Oak Street, Kansas City, Missouri. For more information: http://nelson-atkins.org/.
The conversation will be Friday, March 25 at 6 p.m. in the Atkins Auditorium with happy hour and book signing at 7 p.m. in the Atkins Foyer. General admission tickets are $5. You may pre-purchase the book and one ticket for $25.
The Nelson-Atkins is located at 4525 Oak Street, Kansas City, Missouri. For more information: http://nelson-atkins.org/.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Shuttlecarts coming to Nelson-Atkins Museum (NAMA)
Nelson-Atkins to Take Visitors on Quite a Ride | Shuttlecarts Launch with Monet Exhibition
In an ongoing effort to make The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City more accessible for all, the Museum will pilot a program in which transportation carts take museum-goers on two different routes inside the Museum. The two electric carts, called Shuttlecarts, will debut at the opening of the Monet’s Water Lilies exhibition April 9.
“The amazing growth of the Nelson-Atkins has sparked so much excitement that we want everyone to experience this entire Museum,” said Julián Zugazagoitia, Menefee D. and Mary Louise Blackwell Director & CEO. “I had a conversation with Crosby Kemper in which he echoed a concern we have heard from many others, that some visitors have difficulty navigating the distances. After discussions with Museum staff, the carts seemed to be the best solution, and Crosby wholeheartedly embraced the idea and was instrumental in securing the donation that made this possible.”
R. Crosby Kemper, Jr., Chairman Emeritus, UMB Bank, championed the use of electric carts, and funding for the pilot program was approved by The Carter Community Trust on Kemper’s recommendation.
The Nelson-Atkins covers 23 acres, with 400,000 square feet of space in the Museum. The Bloch Building expansion increased the Museum square footage by 71 percent, providing new galleries and Museum support. The Shuttlecarts will operate on a rotation of two separate routes, one down the gallery walk in the Bloch Building and the other to Kirkwood Hall and Rozzelle Court Restaurant in the original building, making it easy for any visitor to go from one part of the Museum to another in a short time.
“To our knowledge, no other art museum offers this service,” said Mark Zimmerman, Director of Administration. “These carts are all electric, so there will be no noise and no pollution. They were thoroughly tested for vibration, and meet rigorous environmental and conservation requirements.”
The carts will be operated by trained drivers who will offer passengers information about current and upcoming exhibitions, yet another free service to visitors. People of all ages are invited to ride on the carts.
“It’s important to note that this is not a tour or a taxi service,” said Michael Cross, Facilities/Security & Visitor Services Manager. “The carts have an established route and timing. It takes a cart about one minute to safely go the length of the gallery walk in the Bloch Building, which is about 400 feet. We have heard from many visitors that this is a long walk, so we’re providing this free service to make the entire Museum more accessible.”
I'm really excited about this! Now if the shuttlecarts could only resemble shuttlecocks.
In an ongoing effort to make The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City more accessible for all, the Museum will pilot a program in which transportation carts take museum-goers on two different routes inside the Museum. The two electric carts, called Shuttlecarts, will debut at the opening of the Monet’s Water Lilies exhibition April 9.
“The amazing growth of the Nelson-Atkins has sparked so much excitement that we want everyone to experience this entire Museum,” said Julián Zugazagoitia, Menefee D. and Mary Louise Blackwell Director & CEO. “I had a conversation with Crosby Kemper in which he echoed a concern we have heard from many others, that some visitors have difficulty navigating the distances. After discussions with Museum staff, the carts seemed to be the best solution, and Crosby wholeheartedly embraced the idea and was instrumental in securing the donation that made this possible.”
R. Crosby Kemper, Jr., Chairman Emeritus, UMB Bank, championed the use of electric carts, and funding for the pilot program was approved by The Carter Community Trust on Kemper’s recommendation.
The Nelson-Atkins covers 23 acres, with 400,000 square feet of space in the Museum. The Bloch Building expansion increased the Museum square footage by 71 percent, providing new galleries and Museum support. The Shuttlecarts will operate on a rotation of two separate routes, one down the gallery walk in the Bloch Building and the other to Kirkwood Hall and Rozzelle Court Restaurant in the original building, making it easy for any visitor to go from one part of the Museum to another in a short time.
“To our knowledge, no other art museum offers this service,” said Mark Zimmerman, Director of Administration. “These carts are all electric, so there will be no noise and no pollution. They were thoroughly tested for vibration, and meet rigorous environmental and conservation requirements.”
The carts will be operated by trained drivers who will offer passengers information about current and upcoming exhibitions, yet another free service to visitors. People of all ages are invited to ride on the carts.
“It’s important to note that this is not a tour or a taxi service,” said Michael Cross, Facilities/Security & Visitor Services Manager. “The carts have an established route and timing. It takes a cart about one minute to safely go the length of the gallery walk in the Bloch Building, which is about 400 feet. We have heard from many visitors that this is a long walk, so we’re providing this free service to make the entire Museum more accessible.”
I'm really excited about this! Now if the shuttlecarts could only resemble shuttlecocks.
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