The Art of Words - Book Groups
by Arts For Art's Sake — published in
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What is it?
Our book groups are just as much about forming new connections and creating interesting conversations as they are about analysing texts. Sessions take place in cultural venues and are run by a ‘reader in residence’ who will choose the books and guide the conversation so that everyone gets to share their views. New Writing North already runs book groups across the region, and so you are not only joining a local group but also networking into a regional group that often hosts collaborative events. You will also be advised on how to keep your group going beyond the end of the Art for Art’s Sake project.
Who is it for?
The groups are aimed at women who are thinking of returning to work, who work freelance or run small businesses, allowing a dynamic network of business support and encouragement to emerge.
What will I be doing?
A book group is a group of people who meet to discuss a book or books that they have read and express their opinions, likes, dislikes, etc. You will be guided by a professional author, and you will have the opportunity to share your ideas and thoughts on a wide range of topics as well as building your confidence.
You will be invited to attend a collaborative book group event at Live Theatre in Newcastle in March 2010 to meet other readers, network with new groups and find out how you can continue to be involved in creative reading in the North East.
What will this do for me?
Find a new way to network with interesting people, to share ideas and increase your confidence by participating in a book group.
Where is it?
Tyne Valley - 20th January, 24th February, 24th March 19:30 - 21:00
The Hearth Arts Centre at Horsley (near Wylam) www.thehearth.co.uk
to book onto the Tyne Valley Book Group visit
http://win-afas-tynevalleybook.eventbrite.com
Tees Valley - 30th January, 27th February, 27th March 11:00 - 12:30
ARC, Dovecot Street, Stockton on Tees, TS18 1LL
www.arconline.co.uk
to book onto the Tees Valley Book Group visit
http://win-afas-teesvalleybook.eventbrite.com
Duration: 3 x 1.5 hour sessions + self facilitation session.
Don't forget, if you're a WIN member then there is no charge for these events. Login and visit the Offers page to access your discount code, and pop this into the eventbrite registration page when asked.
| Starts | 20 January 2010 (TBC) |
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| Ends | 31 March 2010 (TBC) |
| Cost | £15.00 plus VAT for non-members and Free to WIN memebrs |
| Location | Alnwick, Wylam, Weardale,Durham and Stockton on Tees |