Mentone Public Library Presents: Matteo, JB Rowley, Jackie Kerin

Mentone Public Library Presents ... an author for all seasons.

Mentone Public Library aims to unite the community with local and home grown authors. Three Vic Guild tellers* have been invited to present.

The program began in March with Shirley Randles followed by Gaytana Adorna in April.

28 May: you can catch Mairi Neil (coordinator of the Mordialloc Writers Group

and facilitator of the Memoir to Manuscript workshop at the Mordialloc Neighbourhood House).

25 June: SHIRLEY VIDEION; Local History author from Brighton

30 July: Matteo from the Guild will talking about his years as a roving storyteller. *

27 August: George Ivanoff (young adult fiction) will step up to the plate.

24 September: JB Rowley Guild storyteller and author of Whisper My Secret*

29 October: Jack Davis (humorous writer and author)

26 November: Jackie Kerin from the Guild will entertain with stories of Phar Lap*

10 December: Graeme and Elsie Johnstone

All sessions: 11.00am

Entry: Gold coin

Presenters will be selling and signing published works.

Enquires and bookings: Ms. Julia Reichstein jmrei1978@hotmail.com

Jean Critchley, library president: 9584-2068

Sue Blackford, library secretary: 9583-5648

Location: 36 Florence Street Mentone 3194 (rear of COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE AND INFORMATION BUREAU)

Anne E Stewart. Newstead Short Story Tattoo 13, 14, 15 May 2011

The Newstead Short Story Tattoo is a biennial celebration of the art of the short story.

The event that will attract those of you interested in the art of oral storytelling takes place on Sat 14 May at the Newstead Racecourse. To quote from the Tattoo website...

Fire stories ...

"Fire Stories has morphed into the signature event of the NSST. Last time (2009) we were enthralled with oration and tales that came from under the sea and Flemington Racecourse, alongside the ghostly tale of Ronald Ryan, and some great country music. This time we have Don Walker weaving words with his versatile and well equipped tool box of tales, and a host of others, again celebrating a story song theme, such as the local hillbilly-blues man Archer Shepherd, and master storytellers Jan Wositsky, and Dave Thrussell. We are also lucky to have writers and poets of the international standard of Ian Irvine, and Sue King-Smith who will add their own poetical and prose exchanges to the warmth of the fire light. Anne E. Stewart was simply stunning last time around and it is hoped she can again join us." [ the news is out - Anne will be there!]

Other guests at the festival include Alicia Sometimes, Emilie Zoe Baker, Neil Boyack, Gary Foley, Jan Wositsky, Jo Bowers ... the list is a tantalising reason to make the trip and indulge in the hospitality of Newstead and the brilliance of the wordsmiths. The events are scattered in the historic buildings of the little town.

BTW: Tattoo organiser Neil Boyack assures storytellers that there will be space around the fire for those not listed on the program but who feel moved to share a yarn.

Learn more: Newstead Short Story Tattoo

Learn more: Anne E Stewart

Rocket Clock Story Slam: “Man vs Nature”

We’re looking for stories of animal encounters, battles with the bush and run-ins with the dark side of human nature. Getting lost in the wilderness, or the urban jungle. Fauna phobias and fights with flora. Taming a wild beast, ridding a pest or struggling for survival.

Pre-register your intent to tell by emailing rocketclockss@gmail.com, or register on the night. Everyone is welcome to come along and listen, laugh, drink, cheer & weep.

Wednesday May 11, 2011
Doors open 7.30pm; slam kicks off 8.30pm.

Tickets:
$5 pre-sale (+ $2 booking fee) or $8 on the door. Book tickets now via the Bella Union website: http://www.bellaunion.com.au/ticketing/show_367/.

Bella Union
Level 1, Trades Hall
Corner of Victoria & Lygon Streets
Carlton South

What is Rocket Clock?

Rocket Clock is a monthly story slam competition. Ten people each have five minutes to tell a story around a particular theme. Judges in the audience rate each story on both content and performance. Everyone has a great time.

The Word Tree at Burrinja May 7

Vic Guild storytellers are planning to meet at The Word Tree on May 7.

We look forward to seeing you there. If you don't know any us we will be the noisy group gathered around a table. Say hello to Cindy Lee and Beth and pull up a chair.

The Word Tree is spoken word, music, short fiction & poetry in the Hills. With a feature, monthly theme plus Open Stage (5mins.max.).

Burrinja Café
When: First Saturday of each month from 3pm to 5pm in Burrinja Cafe.
Entry: $5 / $3 concession at door

For further information about The Word Tree please contact Catherine 0466 211 712.

Learn more about Burrinja

JJ Sheills at the PAVE Festival: Stories Plus

JJ was a hit with the punters at PAVE (Performing and Visual Arts in Emerald). Lots of audience participation, bright lights and bright
props, including his amazing felt board creations.

The stories included an Aussie version of Three Billy Goats Gruff with cartoonist, Paul Harris, who sketched the characters as they appeared in the story.

How Monkey Stole Fire was performed with origami artist, Brenda Saunders, folding the characters adding visuals and interest. The audience each had a piece of origami paper in their show bags and the origami lady demonstrated how to fold a little container – e.g. you could put a handful of nuts/lollies in it.

The first story after the break was Jakamarra Gets Ready for the Dance and JJ had quite a few of the kids from Gembrook theatre (Gemco Juniors) on the stage doing bits of the story with him and the audience had leafy branches to brush away the flies when they appeared in the story. The kids were amazing.

JJ is known for his agility with language and beautiful hand crafted props. A unique and wonderful Vic Storyteller.

Learn more about: JJ Sheills

Bookings: (03) 5968 2492

image: Paul Harris

teller2teller: storytelling podcast

teller2teller is a story telling podcast where everyday people tell every day stories. While it is based in Brisbane Queensland it is possible for anyone, anywhere to participate.

If you are reading this from afar, just to clarify, Brisbane Queensland is on the East Coast of Australia. teller2teller loves to hear from everyone all over the world however they do have a special place for stories from brisvegs!

Check out the teller2teller website and learn how you can tell you stories. They also have a live show coming up. Of course for us Victorians, unless we are planning a trip north we won't be there but then the odds are ... with winter coming to the south ... some of us will make it!

Learn more: teller2teller

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National Gathering of Storytellers: Adelaide SA 29 - 31 July

Storytellers from around the country are gathering in Adelaide in South Australia. This will be the fourth time folk have gathered to share news, ideas and of course stories. The first gathering took place in Tasmania, followed by NSW, the Northern Territory and now SA.

You do not have to be a member of any of the Guilds in order to contribute and participate.

Please click on the documents to enlarge and read the details. You can print out the confirmation form and send to the address provided.

New faces and new storytellers welcome.