2008 Workshops and Events
September 29—October 4
Monday, September 29, 7:30pm, Collingswood Library
Collingswood Friends of the Library Present “Meet the Director.” Today’s libraries are a lot more than dusty old places with a lot of dusty old books. Come to the Collingswood Public Library to talk with its director, Brett Bonfield, about the kind of library you want for our town. Things are changing at the Library: be a part of that change. As an added bonus, Brett will share two secrets to living a happier life: how to get in better shape, and how to never be bored again! Refreshments will be served.
Tuesday, September 30, 7:30pm, Collingswood Library
Borough Book Discussion: The Stolen Child by Keith Donohue. Join a lively discussion of this year’s town book selection in preparation for Mr. Donohue’s appearance at the Book Festival on Saturday, October 4, 12:30pm, Tent 2.
Wednesday, October 1, 1:00pm - 4:00pm, Community Center
This special afternoon for the area’s 50 plus citizens includes a presentation by Barbara Solem-Stull, author of Ghost Towns and Other Quirky Places in the New Jersey Pine Barrens and local mystery writer Robin Hathaway’s insight into what it is like to put together a mystery thriller. In addition, Sister Marianne Hieb will discuss journaling, and poet Betty Warner will talk about the poetry we grew up with. This fun filled session will include literary games, laughs, and prizes, plus free books. Individuals and groups are welcome. Free, but reservations suggested: 856-854-3705 or timothyfrances@comcast.net.
Saturday, October 4, 11:00am - Noon, Collingswood Library
Join writer and zinester Katie Haegele for a workshop on how to make your own handmade publication (otherwise known as a zine). We will talk about the history of zines and look at examples of different kinds, from black-and-white photocopied manifestos to letterpress-printed, handbound mini-books. Participants will each contribute a page to a group zine that will be made in the workshop. All will receive a copy to take home. Materials will be provided. For tweens, teens, and adults. Reservations suggested 856-858-0649
Saturday, October 4, All Day, Haddon and Fern Avenues
Meet Bob Swaim, bicycle enthusiast and collector of over 100 bicycles. A sampling of Bob’s bicycle museum will include a seven passenger conference bike that would be the perfect vehicle for book discussion groups!
At Noon Bob will do a presentation on the benefits of pedal power to both our physical health and to the environment.
Saturday, October 4, Noon - 2:00pm, Library Entrance
Book Appraisals by John Freas, Member of the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association of America. A $5.00 donation that includes up to five books is suggested.
Saturday, October 4, 1:00pm, Collingswood Library
Leslie Connor, book discussion for middle school students by the author of Waiting for Normal.
Saturday, October 4, 2:30pm, Collingswood Library
Fourteen Tips for Growing and Sustaining Your Book Club. Attention Book Club Members and Book Lovers! Book clubs can be a place for learning, growth, inspiration, reflection, and friendship as well as a vehicle for social expression. They can flourish for over fifteen years, or membership can slowly dwindle. Join moderator Carol Waties and the members of South Jersey’s Kitabu Reading and Discussion Group as they discuss fun, successful, innovative, and creative strategies and tips for growing and sustaining your book club.
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Adult Authors
Tent 1:
10:00am - Matthew Quick, The Silver Linings Playbook: A Novel
11:00am - Sal Paolantonio, How Football Explains America: Why Football Became a National Pastime
Noon - James Ball, Ed.D., BCBA, Early Intervention & Autism: Real-Life Questions, Real-Life Answers
2:00pm - Eric Weiner, The Geography of Bliss: One Grump’s Search for the Happiest Places in the World
3:00pm - New Jersey Mystery Writers—Panel Discussion
Jeff Markowitz, A Minor Case of Murder; Who Is Killing Doah’s Deer?
Jack Getze, Big Money; Big Numbers
Peggy Ehrhart, Sweet Man Is Gone
Tent 2:
10:30am - Patti Lawson, The Dog Diet, a Memoir: What My Dog Taught Me about Shedding Pounds, Licking Stress, and Getting a New Leash on Life
11:30am - Elizabeth Royte, Bottlemania: How Water Went on Sale and Why We Bought It; Garbage Land: On the Secret Trail of Trash
12:30pm - Keith Donohue, The Stolen Child
1:30pm - Alison Larkin, The English American: A Novel
2:30pm - Vicki Glembocki, The Second Nine Months: One Woman Tells the REAL Truth About Becoming a Mom. Finall
Children’s Authors
Tent 3 :
10:00am - Kathy O’Connell Award Winning Host of WXPN Kid’s Corner
10:45am - Dar Hosta, If I Were a Tree, I Love the Night, I Love the Alphabet
Bobbie Hinman, The Knot Fairy, The Sock Fairy,
Carol Hamburger Beitchman, The Star Pupil, The Zippity Do Dot
11:30am - Two of A Kind, So Many Ways to Be Smart, Family Album
Noon - Summer Reading Raffles, Presentation - Grand Prize School Contest,
"Retrospect Best of the Fest" Writing Contest Winner Announced.
12:30pm - Danny and Kim Adlerman, Oh No, Domino!, Songs For America’s Children
1:00pm - Grandma Day and Mylinda Butterworth, Frogazoom, Grandma’s Magic Scissors, The Monster Run
1:30pm - Dr. Vanita Braver, Teach Your Children Well Series, Madison’s Patriotic Project
Ferida Wolff, It Is the Wind, Is a Worry Worrying You?, The Story Blanket
Wendy Pfeffer, The New Beginning, We Gather Together, The Shortest Day
2:30pm - Marcy Aboff, Giant Jelly Bean Jar, The Pizza Palace, Mike’s Mystery
John Rosano, Molly Monkey
3:00pm - Open Stage Meet New Children’s Authors
Children’s Play and Story Area – Loompaland Alley (Irvin Avenue)
10:15 am Learning Literacy Through Puppetry
(repeated through the day)
11:00 am Kathleen Lindsay, Sweet Potato Pie (story and craft)
11:30 am Vanita Braver, MD, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
12:30 pm Linda Bozzo, First Pet Library, Creature Feature Series
1:30 pm Doreen Tango Hampton, I Love Gum
Loompaland Craft Area and Children’s Exhibits
Craft Activities, sponsored by the Collingswood Public Library;
L’Art – Four Edge Painting; Federation of the Blind; Introduction to Braille; House of Clay; Yogawood; Perkins Center for The Arts; Face Painting; Paper Making; and other special events throughout the day.
Signings Only:
10:00am - 4:00pm - EB Lewis, Circle Unbroken, I Love My Hair
Leslie Connor, Waiting For Normal
12:00 - 2:00pm - Dan Gutman, Getting Air, Casey Back at Bat
1:00 - 2:00pm - Liz and Jay Scott, Alex and the Amazing Lemonade Stand
Young Adult Authors
Tent 4 :
10:00am-4pm - Signings Only
Bob Krech - Rebound
Judy Goldschmidt – The Secret Blog of Raisin Rodriquez
Catherine Stine – Refugee, Be Careful What You Wish For
Siobhan Vivian – A Little Friendly Advice
Melissa Walker - Violet on The Runway
Poetry Events
10:30am – 11:00am: Selected readings by Linda DiFeterici from No Boarders Poetry
11:00am – NOON: Children’s open mic poetry hosted by Darcy Cummings
2:30pm – 3:30pm: All ages open mic poetry hosted by J.C. Todd
Entertainment Schedule
10:00am - 11:00am - Joanne Ellis
11:15am - 12:15pm - No Relation Acoustic
12:30pm - 1:30pm - Ritz Theater Group from the USS New Jersey
1:45pm - 2:45pm - Monko
3:00pm - 4:00pm - Trio Nova
