I collected two poems. We created a new poem based on a detailed web we created and a title: Waning Moon. Ask me for the handout if you were absent.
Next, we spoke about why we get stuck in a poem and how to get un-stuck. Ask Frankie to explain it to you if you were not here .
I handed out the permission forms for The Belfry Theatre's Production of A Christmas Carol.
In order to save yourself a seat, you must return the form by Friday.
You may pay me for the ticket closer to the time but I have to confirm numbers early next week. Once you confirm, there are no refunds. Sorry about that.
The date will be Thurs. Nov. 21. The play begins at 1 p.m. The bus will leave here at noon. You will miss periods 3 and 4 so make sure to ask your teachers for permission. Thanks.
Homework:
Write up a response to the play, Red, (due tomorrow) if you wish to use it for one of your literary events. You need to attend at least two events and write responses. Follow the same format which you used for the Patrick Lane response.
Google Victoria Writers Festival. It is happening this weekend at Camosun College. This festival would be a great way to support your writing as you will get to schmooze with writers, attend workshops, listen to novelists, poets, comic book writers etc. Don't miss it.
Buy your tickets on line or at the door.
Thursday: Brittany and Courtney present the works of Jay Ruzesky.
Friday: Poet and UVic prof, Carla Funk, will be reading her work. Please arrive early and please ask questions. She is very articulate about her own writing process so you can learn a lot. Plus, her poems are fun. You'll love her.
If you need a ride Friday night to Camosun, let me know.
