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Coming EventsThe Top of the South Branch
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This page provides information about events organised by the branch, by individual members, or of particular local interest. To have your event listed here, as well as in the weekly newsletter, contact the Branch Editor
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Writers at Lunchtime
Writers at Lunchtime meetings take place on the first Wednesday of every month except January, starting at 11.30 am. There is usually a guest speaker at 12.30 pm, talking on a topic of general interest to writers.
The next meeting takes place on Wednesday 4 December, 11.30 am to 1.30 pm. As this is the last meeting of the year, there will be no speaker. Instead it will be a purely social occasional, with a raffle and a fun literary quiz. Bring a wrapped book for 'Secret Santa' (pre-loved is fine).
The venue for Writers at Lunchtime is The Prince Albert, 113 Nile Street, Nelson (car parking is accessed from Tasman Street). While the meetings are organised by the Top of the South branch of NZSA, everyone is welcome to attend. Come any time from 11.30 am. For more information contact Chrissie at cj.ward@xtra.co.nz, 03-5469818.
The next meeting takes place on Wednesday 4 December, 11.30 am to 1.30 pm. As this is the last meeting of the year, there will be no speaker. Instead it will be a purely social occasional, with a raffle and a fun literary quiz. Bring a wrapped book for 'Secret Santa' (pre-loved is fine).
The venue for Writers at Lunchtime is The Prince Albert, 113 Nile Street, Nelson (car parking is accessed from Tasman Street). While the meetings are organised by the Top of the South branch of NZSA, everyone is welcome to attend. Come any time from 11.30 am. For more information contact Chrissie at cj.ward@xtra.co.nz, 03-5469818.
Marlborough Writers
Marlborough Writers meet on the third Tuesday of the month in the Louvre Room at Fairweathers, 36 Scott Street, Blenheim. Visitors are always welcome. A gold coin donation is requested to cover website costs.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday 19 November at noon. Wendy Scott will give a talk on using the internet to market books. For more information contact Annette Rattray at annetteratttray@hotmail.com, phone 03-573 6629 or 021 232 8040.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday 19 November at noon. Wendy Scott will give a talk on using the internet to market books. For more information contact Annette Rattray at annetteratttray@hotmail.com, phone 03-573 6629 or 021 232 8040.
Richmond Writing Group
The Richmond Writing Group is for adults with an interest in writing – whether you’re just thinking about starting to write something, you’re a published author, or somewhere in between. The group meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 1 – 3 pm, in the Constance Barnicoat Room at Richmond Library. It’s a great opportunity to meet other people with a shared interest in writing, and to put pen to paper. Entry is free. Bring writing materials.
Each month there is usually a guest speaker in the first hour, followed by writing or discussion for those who wish to stay on. The next meeting will be on Tuesday 19 November. The guest speaker, Karen Stade, will be talking about her latest book, Driven by the Wind: The Memoir of Captain Henry Rose. This is a true story of 19th century sailing ships carrying troops to the Crimean War, coolies to South American, convicts to Australia and settlers to New Zealand. It is a colourful tale of a hard life at sea. Don’t miss this glimpse into a fragment of New Zealand’s fascinating colonial past.
For more information contact Pania Walton, Promotions Assistant, Richmond Library at pania.walton@tasman.govt.nz
Each month there is usually a guest speaker in the first hour, followed by writing or discussion for those who wish to stay on. The next meeting will be on Tuesday 19 November. The guest speaker, Karen Stade, will be talking about her latest book, Driven by the Wind: The Memoir of Captain Henry Rose. This is a true story of 19th century sailing ships carrying troops to the Crimean War, coolies to South American, convicts to Australia and settlers to New Zealand. It is a colourful tale of a hard life at sea. Don’t miss this glimpse into a fragment of New Zealand’s fascinating colonial past.
For more information contact Pania Walton, Promotions Assistant, Richmond Library at pania.walton@tasman.govt.nz
Nelson and Motueka Live Poets
The November meetings of the Nelson and Motueka Live Poets Societies feature two guest poets: Carol Don Ercolano and Panni Palásti.
Carol Don Ercolano is a Nelson poet with strong ties to Golden Bay, through caving and a family bach. Carol is a founding member of a local writing group, the Boulder Writers, and has been published in a number of anthologies and magazines both in New Zealand and overseas. She has edited and compiled a number of anthologies and enjoys the analysis and appreciation of poetry as much as she enjoys writing it herself. Carol assists in running Nelson Live Poets and also runs the Poetry in the Window Scheme.
Eva Brown writes under her maiden/pen name of Panni Palásti. She was born in Budapest, Hungary, and has lived in New Zealand since 1973, in Nelson since 2002. She says: ‘Some of my work reflects my early experiences, which include schooling under Nazism and under Communism, life during the siege of Budapest in 1945 and during the 1956 revolution, times of helpless fear, all of which have left a profound impression on my mind. Others are about the joys and trials of everyday life and thoughts about our rapidly changing world.’
Carol and Eva can be heard at the Live Poets’ meetings as follows:
Nelson Live Poets, Tuesday 19 November, 7 pm at The Prince Albert, 113 Nile Street, Nelson. Bring a poem to share or just enjoy the show. Singer songwriters are also welcome. To read, simply sign up on the night. Koha entry. For more information contact Deirdre Lusby at dlusby@xtra.co.nz, 027 643 5123.
Motueka Live Poets, Wednesday 20 November, 7 pm at Armadillo’s Café, 122 High Street, Motueka. Everyone is welcome to attend or participate. Gold coin koha entry. For more information contact Maggie Brown at mzbrown@slingshot.co.nz , phone 03-9298150 or text 021-1280991.
Carol Don Ercolano is a Nelson poet with strong ties to Golden Bay, through caving and a family bach. Carol is a founding member of a local writing group, the Boulder Writers, and has been published in a number of anthologies and magazines both in New Zealand and overseas. She has edited and compiled a number of anthologies and enjoys the analysis and appreciation of poetry as much as she enjoys writing it herself. Carol assists in running Nelson Live Poets and also runs the Poetry in the Window Scheme.
Eva Brown writes under her maiden/pen name of Panni Palásti. She was born in Budapest, Hungary, and has lived in New Zealand since 1973, in Nelson since 2002. She says: ‘Some of my work reflects my early experiences, which include schooling under Nazism and under Communism, life during the siege of Budapest in 1945 and during the 1956 revolution, times of helpless fear, all of which have left a profound impression on my mind. Others are about the joys and trials of everyday life and thoughts about our rapidly changing world.’
Carol and Eva can be heard at the Live Poets’ meetings as follows:
Nelson Live Poets, Tuesday 19 November, 7 pm at The Prince Albert, 113 Nile Street, Nelson. Bring a poem to share or just enjoy the show. Singer songwriters are also welcome. To read, simply sign up on the night. Koha entry. For more information contact Deirdre Lusby at dlusby@xtra.co.nz, 027 643 5123.
Motueka Live Poets, Wednesday 20 November, 7 pm at Armadillo’s Café, 122 High Street, Motueka. Everyone is welcome to attend or participate. Gold coin koha entry. For more information contact Maggie Brown at mzbrown@slingshot.co.nz , phone 03-9298150 or text 021-1280991.
Play on Climate Crisis Performed in Greymouth
‘The world in which we live appears illusory and fictitious… human behaviour reveals its absurdity and all history its absolute uselessness…what else can one do but laugh at it?’ So wrote the Italian playwright, Pirandello.
This despairing, post-World War 11 world of absurdity inspired many playwrights, including Samuel Beckett, writer of the most famous theatre of the absurd play, Waiting for Godot.
West Coast theatre group Kiwi/Possum Productions have reinterpreted the play as a response to the climate crisis. Samuel and Harold, two lost souls wait for the final catastrophe which will wash them away. They talk, joke, taunt, reminisce and accuse, with occasionally the mayor and his trainer passing through, intent on escape. They are not waiting for Godot but waiting for Greta. But is it too late? And what is Greta?
Waiting for Greta is written by Paul Maunder, directed by Jason Johnson, designed by Elisa Wells and is acted by Paul Maunder, Frank Wells, Paul Kearns and Coban McBride. The group will offer the play to Greymouth audiences on Wednesday 20 November at 7 pm at the Regent Theatre, 2 Mackey Street. Tickets from www.regentgreymouth.co.nz
This despairing, post-World War 11 world of absurdity inspired many playwrights, including Samuel Beckett, writer of the most famous theatre of the absurd play, Waiting for Godot.
West Coast theatre group Kiwi/Possum Productions have reinterpreted the play as a response to the climate crisis. Samuel and Harold, two lost souls wait for the final catastrophe which will wash them away. They talk, joke, taunt, reminisce and accuse, with occasionally the mayor and his trainer passing through, intent on escape. They are not waiting for Godot but waiting for Greta. But is it too late? And what is Greta?
Waiting for Greta is written by Paul Maunder, directed by Jason Johnson, designed by Elisa Wells and is acted by Paul Maunder, Frank Wells, Paul Kearns and Coban McBride. The group will offer the play to Greymouth audiences on Wednesday 20 November at 7 pm at the Regent Theatre, 2 Mackey Street. Tickets from www.regentgreymouth.co.nz
Writing Workshops at Richmond
Award-winning author Wendy Scott will be presenting two workshops on aspects of writing at Richmond Library on Saturday 23 November. Each workshop runs for three hours.
Vivid Writing – make your prose sing! 9.30 am – 12.30 pm
During the last five years, Hokitika-based author Wendy Scott has been awarded 10 international book awards and distinctions. This workshop explores the techniques used by Wendy to paint mind pictures that bring readers closer to the characters and their story. Plus, Wendy will share her tips on how to avoid alienating potential readers.
Lunch break: 12.30 pm – 1 pm (bring your own lunch)
How To Connect With Your Reading Audience (Marketing) 1 pm – 4 pm
Many authors prefer the isolation of their writing space rather than going out and marketing their books. In today’s current literary climate, it’s essential for authors to actively market themselves and their book catalogues. Wendy will discuss a variety of marketing strategies to help build your author brand so you can reach your target audience.
Each workshop costs $20 per session per person. Numbers will be restricted to 20 maximum for each workshop. People are welcome to come to either of the workshops for $20, or both for $40. If you would like to attend, please email tosnzsa15@gmail.com and state which workshop/s you are interested in. Once sufficient numbers have been registered, you will be asked to pay in advance to secure your place. The workshops take place at the Constance Barnicoat Room at Richmond Library (immediately on the right if entering from Queen Street).
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from a highly-successful local author. Find out more about Wendy’s writing career at www.wendyjscott.com
Vivid Writing – make your prose sing! 9.30 am – 12.30 pm
During the last five years, Hokitika-based author Wendy Scott has been awarded 10 international book awards and distinctions. This workshop explores the techniques used by Wendy to paint mind pictures that bring readers closer to the characters and their story. Plus, Wendy will share her tips on how to avoid alienating potential readers.
Lunch break: 12.30 pm – 1 pm (bring your own lunch)
How To Connect With Your Reading Audience (Marketing) 1 pm – 4 pm
Many authors prefer the isolation of their writing space rather than going out and marketing their books. In today’s current literary climate, it’s essential for authors to actively market themselves and their book catalogues. Wendy will discuss a variety of marketing strategies to help build your author brand so you can reach your target audience.
Each workshop costs $20 per session per person. Numbers will be restricted to 20 maximum for each workshop. People are welcome to come to either of the workshops for $20, or both for $40. If you would like to attend, please email tosnzsa15@gmail.com and state which workshop/s you are interested in. Once sufficient numbers have been registered, you will be asked to pay in advance to secure your place. The workshops take place at the Constance Barnicoat Room at Richmond Library (immediately on the right if entering from Queen Street).
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from a highly-successful local author. Find out more about Wendy’s writing career at www.wendyjscott.com
Picton Poets
The Picton Poets meet on the fourth Wednesday of the month, 10.30 am – 12.00 pm at Picton Library. They share their own original poems in a friendly, constructive atmosphere. New members and visitors are welcome.
Their final meeting for the year will be on Wednesday 27 November, when instead of lunch they will be meeting for dinner at 6pm at Le Café, London Quay. For more information contact Joyce Elwood-Smith on 027 226 1276 or joyce.elwoodsmith@gmail.com
Their final meeting for the year will be on Wednesday 27 November, when instead of lunch they will be meeting for dinner at 6pm at Le Café, London Quay. For more information contact Joyce Elwood-Smith on 027 226 1276 or joyce.elwoodsmith@gmail.com
West Coast Writers
This group welcomes writers of all genres to write together, get feedback on their work, and to discuss all things ‘writing’ in a respectful, encouraging environment. Don't worry about your level of experience – everyone is welcome! The group usually meets on the first and third Sundays of the month, 11 am – 1 pm, at the New Coaster's Office, 38 Albert Street, Greymouth. Gold coin donation for venue appreciated. Their next meetings will be on Sunday 1 & 15 December. Contact Katrina Brown at kbtaiwan@gmail.com for more details.
Writers of Picton
Writers of Picton usually meet on the first Monday of the month at 1.30 pm in the upstairs meeting room at Picton Library.
For the final meeting for the year, a booking has been made for lunch at Oxley's on Monday 2 December at 1pm. Partners are invited, and vegetarian and vegan options are available. If you are coming, please let Irene know at 03-973 0638 or pandi.goodhope@gmail.com
For the final meeting for the year, a booking has been made for lunch at Oxley's on Monday 2 December at 1pm. Partners are invited, and vegetarian and vegan options are available. If you are coming, please let Irene know at 03-973 0638 or pandi.goodhope@gmail.com
'Life Sentence' Writing Group
'Life Sentence’ is a writing group for those who want to write better, be inspired and be supported to publish. They meet on the first Thursday of the month (except January) at The Workshop in New Street, Nelson, 5.30 - 7pm. Their next meeting will be on Thursday 5 December.
For more information contact Chris Stuart on 027 777 2556, or email chrisannstuart@gmail.com.
For more information contact Chris Stuart on 027 777 2556, or email chrisannstuart@gmail.com.
Golden Bay Writers Group
The Golden Bay Writers Group meets on the first Friday of each month except January from 1.30 - 3 pm at the Wholemeal Café, 60 Commercial Street, Takaka. The next meeting will be on Friday 6 December. Meet up to talk about writing in all its forms, to encourage and inspire each other, to share our challenges and victories, and to connect over a cuppa.
Everyone is welcome to Golden Bay Writers Group meetings. For more information contact Charlotte Squire at charlottesquirecoms@gmail.com
Everyone is welcome to Golden Bay Writers Group meetings. For more information contact Charlotte Squire at charlottesquirecoms@gmail.com
Nelson Romance Writers
The Nelson branch of Romance Writers of NZ meet on the second Saturday of every month. They meet at 2 pm at the National Party Office, corner of Waimea & Quarantine Roads, Nelson. Visitors are always welcome. If you are not an RWNZ member already, you are welcome to attend a meeting before deciding to join. Their next meeting will be on Saturday 14 December.
For more information contact LaVerne Clark at 4clarksnelson@gmail.com, phone 03-546 4440.
For more information contact LaVerne Clark at 4clarksnelson@gmail.com, phone 03-546 4440.