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September 16, 2010
Linedrives and Lipstick
Scholarship Gala
6:00 p.m.
Lyndhurst, Ohio
Barbara Gregorich will lead a discussion with Doris O'Donnell, legendary Cleveland Press journalist who was voted out of all-male press boxes in Baltimore and Boston, and Mamie "Peanut" Johnson, pitcher and second baseman of the Indianapolis Clowns and one of only three women to play in the Negro Leagues.
In addition to the discussions with O'Donnell and Johnson, the event also includes silent and live auctions and dinner. Price is $250 a person: dollars raised from the event are earmarked for Ursuline College student scholarships. The discussion will be hosted at 6111 Landerhaven Drive, Lyndhurst, Ohio. For more information, contact Kellie Mayle at 440-646-8375.
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September 30, 2010
October 7, 2010
Writing Fiction:
From Start to Finish
9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
College of Lake County
Vernon Hills, Illinois
This intense, information-filled class provides basic knowledge of the manuscript process in writing fiction. It includes information on: Getting an idea; creating characters; developing the plot; deciding point of view; writing an outline; choosing a title; researching fiction; writing the book; rewriting the book; submitting to editors. Numerous handouts are included. College of Lake County, 1120 South Milwaukee Avenue, Vernon Hills, Illinois. For more information, contact the College of Lake County at 847-543-6507.
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October 28, 2010
November 4,2010
Self-Publishing through Amazon:
The Step-by-Step Process
9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
College of Lake County
Vernon Hills, Illinois
If you have a book that you want published, be it a memoir, a history, a novel of any kind, or a collection of poems, you have three publishing choices: traditional publishing, vanity publishing, or self-publishing through one of the new web-site programs. This presentation gives a brief overview of the role of traditional publishers and vanity publishers. The bulk of time is spent on Amazon's self-publishing program, CreateSpace, its pluses and minuses. The slide presentation depicts the real-life, step-by-step process of publishing a book through CreateSpace, from signing on and setting up an account; to making decisions on page layout, type face, and cover design; to submitting and proofreading; and, finally to publication of the book. NOTE: This program shows you how to publish a tangible, physical, hold-in-your hand book, not an ebook. Also note: this program does not tell you how to publish an illustrated book such as a children's book or a graphics book. College of Lake County, 1120 South Milwaukee Avenue, Vernon Hills, Illinois. For more information, contact the College of Lake County at 847-543-6507.
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November 2, 2010
Writing Children's Books
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Antioch, Illinois
This workshop provides an overview on writing fiction and nonfiction for children, from board books to young adult novels. It includes a discussion of the types of children's books, and how moving from one type to another might help sell a manuscript. Also included are: numerous handouts based on real-life query letters; manuscript samples; editor's responses and analyses; information on marketing a manuscript and getting published. Antioch Area Public Library District, 757 North Main Street, Antioch, IL. For more information, contact Antioch Area Public Library District, 847-395-0874.
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November 3, 2010
Keeping the Wolf from the Door:
A Look at Wise Folk Sayings
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Lyons, Illinois
In these trying times, a bit of folk wisdom can only help. This talk, accompanied by a lively slide presentation, looks at the origins of colorful, age-old folk sayings that are part of our everyday language. If you need to keep the wolf from the door, let the cat out of the bag, or strike while the iron is hot, then take the bull by the horns and enjoy this presentation. Lyons Public Library, 4209 Joliet Avenue, Lyons, IL. For more information, contact Lyons Public Library, 708-447-3577.
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November 16, 2010
A Bushel of Baskets:
How I Became a Basket Maniac
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Lincolnshire, Illinois
After admiring the baskets that other people wove, Barbara Gregorich took a class in basket weaving. After weaving her first basket (inside out, unfortunately), she became obsessed with making baskets. This humorous talk with a highly educational slide presentation gives a brief history of basketry; an overview of the basic styles of basket-making around the world; and a look at the speaker's basket failures and successes. In addition to slides, this presentation is accompanied by actual baskets. Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire, IL. For more information, contact Vernon Area Public Library District, 847-634-3650.
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February 5, 2011
Self-Publishing through Amazon:
The Step-by-Step Process
1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Addison, Illinois
If you have a book that you want published, be it a memoir, a history, a novel of any kind, or a collection of poems, you have three publishing choices: traditional publishing, vanity publishing, or self-publishing through one of the new web-site programs. This presentation gives a brief overview of the role of traditional publishers and vanity publishers. The bulk of time is spent on Amazon's self-publishing program, CreateSpace, its pluses and minuses. What you learn here can be applied to other web-site publishing programs which give you a POD (print on demand) book. The slide presentation depicts the real-life, step-by-step process of publishing a book through CreateSpace, from signing on and setting up an account; to making decisions on page layout, type face, and cover design; to submitting and proofreading; and, finally, to publication of the book. NOTE: This program shows you how to publish a tangible, physical, hold-in-your hand book, not an ebook. Also note: this program does not tell you how to publish an illustrated book such as a children's book or a graphics book. Addison Public Library, 4 Friendship Plaza, Addison, Illinois. For more information, contact the Addison Public Library at 630-458-3303.
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February 23, 2011
A Bushel of Baskets:
How I Became a Basket Maniac
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Mundelein, Illinois
After admiring the baskets that other people wove, Barbara Gregorich took a class in basket weaving. After weaving her first basket (inside out, unfortunately), she became obsessed with making baskets. This humorous talk with a highly educational slide presentation gives a brief history of basketry; an overview of the basic styles of basket-making around the world; and a look at the speaker's basket failures and successes. In addition to slides, this presentation is accompanied by actual baskets. Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothing Road, Mundelein, IL. For more information, contact Fremont Public Library, 847-918-3239.
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April 2, 2011
A Bushel of Baskets:
How I Became a Basket Maniac
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Kenosha, Wisconsin
After admiring the baskets that other people wove, Barbara Gregorich took a class in basket weaving. After weaving her first basket (inside out, unfortunately), she became obsessed with making baskets. This humorous talk with a highly educational slide presentation gives a brief history of basketry; an overview of the basic styles of basket-making around the world; and a look at the speaker's basket failures and successes. In addition to slides, this presentation is accompanied by actual baskets. Kenosha Public Library, Southwest Branch, 7979 38th Avenue. For more information, contact Kenosha Public Library, 262-564-6100 or visit website at www.mykpl.info
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