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LSW ACTIVITIES AND NEWS

SECOND NORTHERN PRINTMAKERS ALLIANCE/LSW COLLABORATION
ANNOUNCED: CALL FOR POETRY SUBMISSIONS
Lake Superior Writers members are invited to participate in the 2nd collaboration with the Northern Printmakers Alliance. This time, poems will be written in response to the visual images. The prints will be posted at the LSW website (lakesuperiorwriters.org/lswcontest.html). Copies of the prints can also be viewed at the Northern Prints Gallery, 318 N 14th Ave E, Thurs-Sun, 12-4 pm. Each LSW member may submit up to three poems. The work will be exhibited at the gallery with an opening reception & reading on September 28, 2006. Send four (typed) copies of each poem, with name & contact information on only 1 copy to LSW Collaboration, 1301 Rice Lake Road, Suite 132, Duluth MN 55811. SUBMISSIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY AUGUST 1, 2006.

THANK YOU! to our volunteers, donors, sponsors and members: LSW wants to extend a heartfelt and sincere thank you to all who dedicated and donated time, talent, and positive energy for a phenomenal year of programming. With your help we named a Duluth Poet Laureate, sponsored a book fair, brought in Terry Gross, and presented a year of programs. See a list of people who helped make it happen and a list of the tasks they took on at: http://www.lakesuperiorwriters.org/lswbd-thank.html

JOIN THE NEW LSW ALL-GENRE WRITING GROUP
July 12, Wed, 6 pm at the Barnes & Noble Café - If you have writing to share, keep your piece under 10 pages, and if possible, bring copies to share. Each person attending will be given time to either get feedback on their writing, or to discuss an aspect of writing with the group. Questions- Call Gail Trowbridge at 728-1354.

LSW WRITERS’ SQUARE TABLE, July 20, Thur 11:30 am - LAKE SUPERIOR WRITERS’ SQUARE TABLE meets on the main floor private dining room at Sara's Table, 1902 E. 8th Street (the room to the left as you enter). July topic: “Self-Publishing.” Open to all.

POET LAUREATE EVENTS COMING THIS FALL
The Inaugural Reading for the Duluth Poet Laureate will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Sat. Oct 21 in the Weber Music Hall. On Sat. Nov 4, an event entitled, "A Short History of Poetry in Duluth," will be held at the Green Room of the Duluth Public Library. Watch future issues of the LSW e-calendar for more details.

LSW KUDOS News about LSW Members back to top

JAN CHRONISTER has two poems in the new Outrider Press anthology “Vacations.” She also has a poem in the “2007 Wisconsin Poets Calendar” and will read at the 14th Annual Olbrich Garden reading in Madison on July 16.

CORRECTION: JEANNIE EDDY’S short story “Never Again” is published in Apollo’s Lyre. To read her story, go to www.apollos-lyre.com and select the July 2006 issue. We
inaccurately reported that this story was made possible by an ARAC grant.

JEANNIE EDDY’S short story "The Tea Party" was published in the June 2006 issue of The Dazzling Desert Magazine.

LIZ MINETTE’S poem "Poem for the Queen of First Street" was published in the Summer 2006 issue of Main Channel Voices, Winona, MN www.mainchannelvoices.com

ANN M. PENTON, Sarona, WI, has had poems selected for the 2007 Wisconsin Poets’ Calendar, the 2006 Haiku Society of America’s Annual Member Anthology, & the Wisconsin Fellowship of Poets’ Summer ’06 Museletter. She has just completed an online course called Pleasures of Poetry through Ed2Go.com and is looking forward to studying in person with the past and present Wisconsin Poet Laureates at Rhinelander’s School of the Arts in late July.

MARY ELLEN RYALL’s article "Wildlife and Garden Club" was published in the June issue of Senior Focus. Ryall was also published in a June issue of The Spooner Advocate for an article entitled "Tai chi to be shown."

AREA LITERARY EVENTS back to top

Now through August 5 - BOOKS IN PRINT: A CELEBRATION OF
PRINTS IN THE BOOK ARTS, Northern Prints Gallery. Printmakers have been involved in the making and illustrating of books for centuries. There is a natural affinity between the printed page and the printed image that intrigues them. Our regional printmakers are no exception. In this exhibit, Northern Printmakers Alliance artists present the books they have created, from small one-of-kind handmade books to highly acclaimed trade editions. Original prints from the books are also available. The exhibit introduces two new books, "Promises Vague yet Certain" by Donald Dass, which was hand printed by Jon Hinkel with linocuts by Cecilia Lieder, and "Spring Rain" a collection of children's songs. NORTHERN PRINTS GALLERY is located at 318 NORTH 14TH AVENUE EAST, DULUTH, 218-724-5212/3089. Gallery hours: Noon to 4 pm. Thursday through Saturday and by appointment at other times

Open Mics: Mondays at Amazing Grace Bakery & Cafe, 9-11 pm, Dewitt-Seitz Bldg. Wednesdays at Beaner's Central, 7-10 pm, Info: 624-5957. July 1, Sat 1 pm - Eric Dregni signs “Midwest Marvels:
Roadside Attractions Across Iowa, Minnesota, the Dakotas, and Wisconsin.” Northern Lights Books & Gifts, 307 Canal Park Dr., 218-722-5267, http://www.norlights.com.

July 2, Sun 8:30 & 10 am - Cafe au Lake, the artist & writers performance group, will be collaborating with the Peace Church to present two services at Peace Church, 1111 N. 11 Ave. E., Duluth. Featured are poets Ellie Schoenfeld, Sheila Packa; musicians Kathy McTavish, Mary Lou Williams, Dave Winchester; and choreographer Lisa McKhann. The presentation, focused on a celebration of the creative spirit, is produced & directed by Marilyn Mayry.

July 5, Wed 7 pm - Local poet Theodora Ranelli releases her new chapbook, "My Word For You is Light Bulb." Ranelli will be joined by Annmarie O'Malley. Reading followed by an open reading starring local poets (maybe even you?). Chester Creek Café- 8th st. and 19th Ave E., Duluth - FREE

July 6, Thur 1 pm - New Fiction/Nonfiction Book Group discusses “The Highest Tide” by Jim Lynch. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1600 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, 218-786-0710.

July 6, Thur 7 pm - An Ely writing group - “Writers Read” are meeting on the first Thursday of the month at the Front Porch in Ely, and all writers are welcome. On August 3rd they will host guest writer and storyteller Kevin Strauss, author of 3 books published this past year, including “Tales with Tails.” Writers are encouraged to bring some of their own work to share, but if they are bashful the group invites them to just listen. The writing topic for July is 'keys.' However, writing on any topic, in any genre is welcome. Questions? Call Becca at 218/365-3175.

July 7, Fri 7 pm - Author Anne Margaret Lewis presents “Gitchi Gumee” at the SS Meteor at Barker’s Island. Come visit the SS Meteor on Barker’s Island in Superior to hear Lewis read her children’s book about Lake Superior. FREE. 10% of the book sales beneit the the Superior Public Museums. Come early for a 6:15 tour of the Meteor. It’s free for kids under 12 who will be attending story time. Children must be accompanied by an adult; adults pay the regular rate of $6, seniors $5. JW Beecroft Books, 3631 Tower Ave., Superior, WI, 218-394-2665, http://www.jwbeecroft.com.

July 8, Sat 11 am - Reading and signing by Anne Margaret Lewis, author of “Gitchi Gumee.” Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1600 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, 218-786-0710.

July 8, Sat 12 pm -Julie Domogalla signs “Love, Mommy: A Mother’s Journey Through Grief.” Northern Lights Books & Gifts, 307 Canal Park Dr., 218-722-5267, http://www.norlights.com.

July 8, Sat 1 pm -Anne Margaret Lewis signs “Gitchi Gumee.” Northern Lights Books & Gifts, 307 Canal Park Dr., 218-722-5267, http://www.norlights.com.

July 8, Sat 7 pm -Steve Thayer signs “Twin Cities Noir: Hi, I’m God.” Northern Lights Books & Gifts, 307 Canal Park Dr., 218-722-5267, http://www.norlights.com.

July 9, Sun 5:30 pm - Mystery Book Group discusses “The Chocolate Cat Caper” by Joanna Carl. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1600 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, 218-786-0710.

July 10, Mon 8 pm - 3rd Annual Full Moon Gathering at Drury Lane Books, Grand Marais. The Annual Celebration includesmusic with La Luna Azul, Liz Sivertson on saxophone, Jon Gruber singing and guitar and Rick Brandenburg on drums. Come listen to music and watch the moon rise over Lake Superior.

July 11, Tue 7 pm - “Twelve Treacherous Tuesdays” - the Young Readers Group discusses Book #4 “The Miserable Mill” by Lemony Snicket. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1600 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, 218-786-0710.

July 12, Wed 6:30 pm - Classics Book Group discusses “The Dwarf” by Par Lagerkvist. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1600 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, 218-786-0710.

July 12, Wed 8 pm - Circular Muse presents a Poetry SLAM, featuring Duluth transplant and true school
poet-for-the-people, Jimmy Henry. Mr. Henry's list of accolades and achievements are as numerous as they are ecclectic, and include two chapbooks: "Women Are From Venus, Men Are From Bars" and "It Takes a Whole Mall to Raise a Child." Amazing Grace Bakery & Café- basement of Dewitt-Seitz bldg in Canal Park. FREE

July 14, Fri 7:30 pm - Mizna announces the publication release reading of Volume 8, Issue 1 of its Arab American literary journal at the Coffman Union Bookstore at the University of Minnesota. This reading will feature local writers Ahmed Yusuf, Mazen Halabi, D. Daryoush, Rabi'h Nahas, Brooke Anthony, Sophia Yohannes, P.A. Pashibin, and Ismail Khalidi and NY writer Habib Albi reading their work which will be appearing in the journal. The reading will be followed by a reception with the authors. Volume 8, Issue 1 is the 18th issue of Mizna's literary journal. Coffman Union Bookstore, University of Minnesota, 300 Washington Avenue SE, Minneapolis, Minnesota.

July 15, Sat 11 am - Mary Casanova with sign Book #2 in her “Dog Watch” series, “Dog-Napped!” JW Beecroft Books, 3631 Tower Ave., Superior, WI, 218-394-2665, http://www.jwbeecroft.com.

July 15, Sat 12 pm - Leanne Denis Knott signs “The Keeper’s Daughter.” Northern Lights Books & Gifts, 307 Canal Park Dr., 218-722-5267, http://www.norlights.com.

July 15, Sat 1 pm - Mary Casanova signs “Dog Watch #1: Trouble in Pembrook” and “Jess.” Northern Lights Books & Gifts, 307 Canal Park Dr., 218-722-5267, http://www.norlights.com.

July 16, Sun 4 pm - Sunday Salon with Catherine Watson, Minneapolis Star Tribune's first travel editor from 1978-2004. She will read from her new book, "Roads Less Traveled: Dispatches from the Ends
of the Earth" and talk about traveling and writing. Drury Lane Books, Grand Marais.

July 17, Mon 7:30 pm - Science Fiction Book Group discusses “Gateway” by Frederik Pohl. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1600 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, 218-786-0710.

July 18, Tue 7 pm - Notable Books Book Group discusses “The Dress Lodger” by Sheri Holman. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1600 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, 218-786-0710.

July 18, Tue 7 pm - “Twelve Treacherous Tuesdays” - the Young Readers Group discusses Book #5 “The Austere Academy” by Lemony Snicket. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1600 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, 218-786-0710.

July 18, Tue 7 pm - The Beecroft Writers Group will meet. Writers of short fiction and poetry are invited to attend. JW Beecroft Books, 3631 Tower Ave., Superior, WI, 218-394-2665, http://www.jwbeecroft.com.

July 19, Wed 6:30 pm - Women's Book Group Read "Bel Canto" By Ann Patchett and join the discussion. Drury Lane Books, Grand Marais.

July 19, Wed 7 pm - Author Sara Rath reads from “Star Lake Saloon and Housekeeping Cottages,” which was featured on Wisconsin Public Radio’s “Chapter A Day.” JW Beecroft Books, 3631 Tower Ave., Superior, WI, 218-394-2665, http://www.jwbeecroft.com.

July 20, Thur 7 pm - The Latest Book Group discusses “Under a Flaming Sky: The Great Hinckley Firestorm of 1894” by Daniel Brown. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1600 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, 218-786-0710.

July 20, Thur 7 pm - Author M. John Lubetkin signs “Jay Cooke’s Gamble: The Northern Pacific Railroad, the Sioux and the Panic of 1873.” Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1600 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, 218-786-0710.

July 20, Thur 7 pm - Minnesota author Faith Sullivan, author of “The Cape Ann” will discuss and sign her
works, including the new sequel to “The Cape Ann,” “Gardenias,” which is newly out in paperback. JW
Beecroft Books, 3631 Tower Ave., Superior, WI, 218-394-2665, http://www.jwbeecroft.com.

July 20, Thur 8 pm - Jim Lynch signs “The Highest Tide.” Northern Lights Books & Gifts, 307 Canal Park Dr., 218-722-5267, http://www.norlights.com.

July 22, 1 pm - John Lubetkin signs “Jay Cooke’s Gamble: The Northern Pacific Railroad, the Sioux and the Panic of 1873.” Northern Lights Books & Gifts, 307 Canal Park Dr., 218-722-5267, http://www.norlights.com.

July 22, Sat 3:30 pm - M. John Lubetkin signs “Jay Cooke’s Gamble.” JW Beecroft Books, 3631 Tower Ave., Superior, WI, 218-394-2665, http://www.jwbeecroft.com.

July 25, Tue 7 pm - “Twelve Treacherous Tuesdays” - the Young Readers Group discusses Book #6 “The Ersatz Elevator” by Lemony Snicket. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1600 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, 218-786-0710.

July 27, Thur 7 pm - Author Kathy-Jo Wargin and illustrator David Geister will sign copies of “The Legend of Minnesota.” Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1600 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth, 218-786-0710.

WRITING GROUPS, MENTORING, EDITING HELP back to top

 See info about LSW Writing Groups

NEW EDITING OPPORTUNITY FOR LSW MEMBERS
LSW is initiating a new editing service for members. If you are interested in becoming an editor for other LSW members, please let us know. There is a one-time registration fee of $10.00 to sign up as an editor. Those engaging your services will agree to pay you $25.00/hour directly. If you are interested in being listed as an LSW editor, please submit a letter that 1. describes your editing experience and qualifications ; 2. indicates the kinds of writing you are interested in editing (e.g. poetry, fiction, memoir, non-fiction, children's books, etc.); 3. gives contact information for those wanting to work with you. Send this information to Editing Program. Lake Superior Writers. 1301 Rice Lake Road, Suite 132, Duluth, MN 55811 or email it to Pamela Mittlefehldt (pjmarch4@aol.com).

LAKE SUPERIOR WRITERS' MENTORING PROGRAM
Could you use a jump-start for your writing- Do you need help shaping your ideas and strengthening your writing- Do you have writing experience and the desire to help other writers develop their writing- LSW offers a unique mentoring program to its members. We are looking for both writers who would like to hire a mentor and mentors who would like to work with writers. Learn more about the mentoring program on our at www.lakesuperiorwriters.org. If you are looking for a mentor or would like be become a mentor, contact Pamela Mittlefehldt pjmarch4@aol.com.

NEWS / CONFERENCES / SUBMISSIONS/ OPPORTUNITIES back to top

Community Connections, a 13-year old quarterly journal about the environment, policy and quality of life, is looking for stories, essays, and poetry about the earth. Cover story ($50 payment) or essays are requested (1,000-1,400 words). Images or photos to accompany the piece are welcome. Published by the Minnesota Project each quarter. Send stories, poetry, articles or artwork for to Beth Waterhouse at 952-401-0591 or beth.waterhouse@usfamily.net, 818 Third Avenue #305, Excelsior, Minnesota 55331, http://www.mnproject.org.

NEBRASKA WRITING RESIDENCY PROGRAM: The Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts offers an average of 38 2, 4, 6 or 8 week long residencies per year to writers, visual artists and composers worldwide. The newly renovated Center, inspired by the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright, is located in the historic Missouri River town of Nebraska City. Each apartment has a balcony and shares the use of three private landscaped courtyards. Residents are provided with free housing and studio space, internet access and a $100/week stipend. Deadlines are March 1 for the following July - December and September 1 for the following January - June. Visit the web site for an application and complete guidelines. KHN Center for the Arts, 801 3rd Corso, Nebraska City, Nebraska 68410, Phone/Fax 402-874-9600, www.KHNCenterfortheArts.org; email at Info@KHNCenterfortheArts.org.

ONLINE OPPORTUNITIES: Local writers may be interested to know that Gather.com has
a number of "groups" where people may post stories and poems and receive comments from other group members. MPR also has a Gather site called "Minnesota Readers," which is a forum for book discussion. Also, Amazon now gives writers a free website that allows writers to communicate directly with a network of readers--readers can subscribe to postings from their favorite authors. Just type "Amazon connect" on your browser.

GRANT OPPORTUNITIES: ROUND II - Mizna Mini-Regranting Program. Postmark deadline:
August 15, 2006. $1000 to be awarded to artists who identify as Arab, Muslim, Berber, Somali or Iranian to facilitate and support their creative, original artistic work. This program is designed to support artists who work in the following mediums: visual art, music, performance art, theater, dance, creative writing, storytelling, film, or traditional folk arts and who are able to present their final project with Mizna in the seven county metropolitan Twin Cities area, and attend periodic meetings during the granting cycle. Eight artists will be selected, and each will receive a grant of one thousand dollars to develop a new piece of work to present with Mizna in early 2007. New artists are encouraged to apply. Mizna is a forum for Arab art. For more info, visit their website: http://www.mizna.org or contact Mizna at 2205 California Street NE #109A, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55418.

CONTESTS, CALLS FOR SUBMISSIONS
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MINNESOTA CRIME ANTHOLOGY ANNOUNCED: Following the success of its first publishing venture, "Silence of the Loons," The Minnesota Crime Wave has announced a sequel. The new volume, to be titled "Resort to Murder," is planned for release in late summer, 2007. The anthology will be published by Nodin Press of Minneapolis, known for its fine carefully designed books in many fields. Eligible authors must have been professionally published in any genre and must be living in Minnesota. Stories must be set at a real Minnesota resort, although the actual name of the resort may not be used. Authors must tell the Crime Wave which Minnesota resort they intend to use as their setting to avoid duplications. All stories must contain at least one murder and will range from 1,000 to 7,500 words in length. Contracts and payment of $100 will be issued upon acceptance of each story. Spokesperson Ellen Hart said, "This is a great opportunity for authors in other genres who want to try crime fiction.” “We'll be looking for strong motivation, suspense and interesting characters," commented William Kent Krueger. "And don't forget pace and good description," added Carl Brookins. The crime wave trio, mystery authors all, has pledged their usual strong efforts to promote the anthology once it is released. The Minnesota Crime Wave has become known for its compelling costumed presentations to audiences at bookstores, libraries and other venues across the country. For more information, contact The Minnesota Crime Wave at: MinnesotaCrimeWave@yahoo.com or call Carl Brookins at 651-636-1733

CALL FOR INSPIRING TRUE STORIES - A Cup of Comfort is a popular anthology (book) series featuring inspiring true stories about the extraordinary experiences of people. They are currently seeking submissions for three new volumes: A Cup of Comfort for Writers (submission deadline: July 31); A Cup of Comfort for Dog Lovers (submission deadline: August 31); and A Cup of Comfort for Single Mothers (submission deadline: December 31). For complete submission requirements and guidelines, send an email to cupofcomfort@adamsmedia.com or contact Cup of Comfort, Adams Media, 57 Littlefield St., Avon, Massachusetts 02322.

LSW INFORMATION back to top

Lake Superior Writers prohibits discrimination in its programs, membership, and board of directors participation on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status.

ABOUT THE LSW BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE LSW MEMBERSHIP
Member Involvement: We value our membership and encourage your involvement in LSW. An annual meeting for LSW members is held in the spring. All members are invited to participate. Financial reports and a summary of the year's activities are presented to the membership at the annual meeting for review. The LSW board meets monthly throughout the year. Members are invited to attend board meetings, review minutes, and look over financial statements.

Board of Directors: LSW is governed by an 11-member board. Potential board members are interviewed by a nomination committee and presented to the board for vote. In the past, many board members have been chosen from the group of members who serve on our committees and who volunteer.

Contact Information: Contact writers@lakesuperiorwriters.org or call 218-722-3094 for a copy of the LSW By-laws or to learn the location, time and date of upcoming meetings. (Allow 7 - 10 days for a response) Interested in volunteering for a committee? See the list of committees and contact people at http://www.lakesuperiorwriters.org/lswcmbd.html .

Lake Superior Writers Calendar back to top

THIS CALENDAR is a benefit of your membership in Lake Superior Writers. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the literary arts. We welcome information from you regarding events, classes, kudos or announcements to be included in upcoming calendars.We reserve the right to edit all submissions.

TELL US ABOUT IT! Have you just been published- Received a grant or an award- Let us know! Have an event to publicize- We love to celebrate the events and successes of the members of our writing community. E-mail your news items to calendar@lakesuperiorwriters.org.

We have two e-mail addresses: writers@lakesuperiorwriters.org a special e-mail for this calendar at calendar@lakesuperiorwriters.org

For more info about LSW http://www.lakesuperiorwriters.org

Your editor for this issue of the e-calendar was LSW member
and volunteer Gail Trowbridge.