I SPY A POETRY READING

Truth © Lizz Murphy Mixed Media work in progress

Long time no see. I haven’t been on strike — just not been keeping up! Started this mixed media work (20x25 cm) recently with a random bird image and found text which took me one way or another into internet espionage. More concerned with government control and censorship. It should become a poem or two. Meanwhile while wondering what the bird had to do with anything, I discover that 'bird' is the back end process behind iCloud. No I don't know what that actually means yet but hey. Makes the bird image relevant  With many thanks to the inspirational Kate O'Connor for her Painting at the Pub workshop held in Binalong last weekend — part of the Binalong Arts Group’s ongoing program.

 

I don’t have any readings coming up myself which is fine as I’m meant to be head down writing and painting, but you might like to attend these if you’re in the neighbourhood:

That Poetry Thing that’s on at Smith’s on Monday Nights continues to deliver a dynamic program. On March 2 (tonight!) it’s Mirsad Ramic & Alasdair Carter and March 9 it's Sarah Rice & Claire Albrecht. Starts at 7.00 pm. Smith’s Alternative in the Melbourne Building, 76 Alinga Street, Canberra. Watch for more poetry events at Smith’s including the launch of two poetry collections That Other World & People by Yass Valley's Jane Baker on March 30 at 5.30 pm. Have a gourmet sandwich and drinks after and stay on for the regular That Poetry Thing. Actually I think it’s a Not Very Quiet reading.

Geoff Page’s monthly poetry program has moved from University House (ANU) while they renovate, to Beyond Q bookshop another great venue in Weston ACT. Masses of second-hand books, meals and snacks. Note: BYO. Don’t miss Jessica L. Wilkinson of Melbourne, the main feature at the next reading on Wednesday March 11 at 7.00 pm.  The evening will begin with a tribute reading for Gwen Harwood’s centenary by three well-known local poets: P.S. Cotter, Penelope Layland, Russell Erwin. Bookings are not necessary, but you will cheer Geoff he says if you let him know you’re coming, on gpage40[at]bigpond[dot]net[dot]au

Binalong Arts Group’s Brush with Poetry kicks off this month at its current delightful venue (as opposed to former delightful venues), Café on Queen, Queen Street, Binalong with a shared mike on Sunday March 29 at 1.30 for 2.00 pm. Arrive any time but getting in early with your first coffee orders is a good idea — arrive even earlier and have lunch! BYO. All styles of poetry — serious, intense, hilarious — plus music and song very welcome. Coordinated by Robyn Sykes: robynsykespoet[at]gmail[dot]com and co-emceed by Robyn and Gregory Piko. This event is held on the last Sunday of the odd months from here on.

I’ll be back with more.