Back To School

On some days, you might wake up and say to yourself: "I have a case of the Mondays."  And you might be well within reason to say that, especially if it is a Monday.  But this Monday will not be one of those days. This Monday you might wake up and, like a case of oldstyle, crisp and refreshed, you will be ready for school! Just as old style is easy on your wallet, our education will of course be worth so much more than the tuition we paid for it.

Or, you might wake up and feel like the case of Benjamin Button, curious about your professors.  Who will they be? What will I write this semester? Will I eat dinner before my evening class or will I starve 'til I get home at 9:30?  How can anyone guess? It's only the first day!

Then you might be one to feel like a bookcase.  The reading at Brando's is Monday and you've been writing all of break and what ever will you read when there's so many to choose from.  Or you might feel like a headcase, or a staircase, step by step, but please not in case of emergency.  It's only the start of the semester and we don't want it to get too dramatic too quickly.

Casual Reading Opportunity at Brando's Speakeasy: Back to School Edition!

Classes aren't the only things starting back up January 10th! That Monday at 8:30, get ready for the return of the Casual Reading Opportunity at Brando's Speakeasy! The popular reading series, started by Roosevelt's own Mark Alexander, gives Roosevelt students, guests, and friends a chance to read their work in a casual, low-key, and, most importantly, friendly environment!   

Bring your poetry, your fiction, your non-fiction, bring YOURSELF. Meet up with your Roosevelt buddies and make new friends! Share your crazy holiday adventures! Try to come early so you can grab a seat, grab a drink, and say hello to the wonderful people at Brando's! You won't be sorry! Starts at 8:30, right on January 10th!  

Start the New Year off right!  

Reading at Brando's Speakeasy

They may call it a speakeasy, but it's not easy! Reading takes practice. Is that a hard G? a soft G? What is a long A anyway? But seriously, reading your own stuff out loud to an angry mob can be a little nerve wracking. Well, it's not an angry mob, they are actually really nice people who are interested in what you have to share and love hearing new work. STILL...I sometimes get nervous. Which is why Reading at Brando's Speakeasy is a must!

Bring your new (or old) poetry, flash fiction, non-fiction, or a excerpt from a longer piece. The event usually begins around 9pm, but get there early to get a good seat, a drink, and chat with our excellent friends at Brando's. Readings are fun and low key and a great way to share your stuff and see what else is out there. This event will be our last at Brando's for the season, but stay tuned to hear about the Book Cellar on December 16th and all our Awesome events in 2011.

photo courtesy of Oblong