It's called A Literary Night's Dream, and it's a gathering of people in Elliot Lake interested in learning about writing. The event is set for the evening of Friday Sept. 13, at Elliot Lake's Deer Trail Curling Club.
The event features Canadian writer Paula Dunning of Echo Bay, Ont. and involves an evening of readings and a question and answer period. Sponsored by the North Shore Writer's Group, it will run from 7 until 9:30 p.m. You'll also be able to buy Ms. Dunning's works and those of other writers.
"We all have stories to tell. The Friday night reading is both a kick-off for Saturday’s workshops for writers and a chance for local authors of all genres to share their work," Dunning said. "I’ll be reading from my memoir, Shifting Currents, as well as some new, unpublished work."
As for hoped for outcomes from the North Shore Writers Group gathering, Dunning said, "When people attend a live local reading, it opens their eyes to the talent in their community, gives them some insight into the art and craft of writing—and who knows?—perhaps encourages them to pick up a pen or click on a keyboard to tell or create their own stories."
The next day, there's a three-hour morning session at the Curling Club on Saturday, Sept. 14, starting at 9 a.m. We all have stories to tell. How can you tell yours so others want to read it is the theme. On Saturday afternoon until 3 p.m., writers will be provided with suggestions for sharing and providing/receiving positive feedback.
There's a $5 entry donation and everyone is welcome to the Friday night event. Fee for both Saturday events, which you should register for, is $50 which also includes lunch.
Organizer Susan Kerr told ElliotLakeToday that besides Paula Dunning, other writers committed to attend include Audrey Austin, Luc Rivet and Dave Ferguson. She said the welcome mat has been rolled out to others, as well.
For more information or to register, contact Susan Kerr in Elliot Lake at 705-257-6797 or by email at suzycue44@gmail.com.
– ElliotLakeToday