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Poetically Speaking is our annual event that showcases the poetic and spoken word skills of teen girls in and around the Boston area. 
You don't want to miss this!

  
You're Invited!

When:
 Thursday, November 10, 2011 
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Where:
Bill Bordy Auditorium, Emerson College
216 Tremont St., Boston, MA


 

Admission is FREE. Please RSVP by emailing Saun Green at saun@teenvoices.com your name, address, and school.  If you are coming with more than 10 people or an organization, please send the names of all attendees and/or the name of your organization, and the staff person who will be attending with you. 
Space is limited and the event sells out fast  so please RSVP by November 8, 2011!

From historic Beacon Hill, the ageless Green Monster at Fenway Park, fall leaves in vibrant colors, and to crew boats gliding through the Charles River, Boston brims with landmarks that define it.  In fact, unique inspiration can be found in every community, all over the country. 

Inspired by this, uDraw Your City has launched a nationwide art contest, in which young artists  ages 6 to 17 years old have the opportunity to share what they love most about their city through art.  Contestants can use a uDraw GameTablet to illustrate what they love most about their city - though entries may also be created in traditional print formats using any artistic medium. 

THQ and uDraw invite kids to embrace their artistic inspiration and to share "what your city, your town, or your community means to you." Maybe it's the silhouette of your favorite building, a drawing of your friends at the park, or a stencil of your favorite local athlete. 

The submission period runs through October 31, and the grand prize winner will receive a package worth more than $15,000, including a uDraw, and a $10,000 cash prize that the winner can choose to apply toward a college scholarship.  Additionally, THQ will donate $10,000 to the winner's school of choice to help support its art program. Entries are judged on artistic merit (based on age group), creativity, and adherence to the overall city theme.
Click here to learn more and enter! 


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Celebrating the release of Here, Home, Hope the debut novel from the bestselling author of Real You Incorporated: 8 Essentials for Women Entrepeneurs, Kaira Rouda.

Wednesday, July 6th, 5:30pm
Barnes and Noble
4100 Summit Plaza Drive
Louisville, KY 40241

Thursday, July 7th, 5:00pm
The Beveled Edge
73 White Bridge Rd.
Nashville, TN 37205

For additional tour dates visit www.kairarouda.com

The Night Night BookThe Night Night Book by Marianne Richmond takes a tour around the home as the child is getting ready for bed.  Whimsical artwork and comforting scenes show kids it's time to say goodnight.  The ideal way to wrap up a day with your child, this book is an adorable bedtime story that helps kids and parents bid farewell to the day, settle in for the night, and rest up for a new tomorrow.

"Comfy bed,
all tucked in.
Cozy blanket,
toes to chin.

Night night sky.
Night night mnoon.
Dear tomorrow,
see you soon!"

This book is sure to attract all ages in children.  My 7 year old son loved reading the book. He liked the way the words rhymed, and also said the pictures were nice.  My two year old niece loved the book, and said again, so we could read it to her again.

The cover is cute.  I look forward to seeing more of Marianne's work.    5 out of 5 stars. I received the book from the publisher.


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The Darling Strumpet: A Novel of Nell Gwynn, Who Captured the Heart of England and King Charles IIThe cover is beautiful!

The Darling Strumpet by Gillian Bagwell is a must read for history lovers. It shows that Gillian has done lots of research and has great admiration for Nell Gwynn, mistress of King Charles II. 

Nell Gwynn was born into poverty, but her wit and beauty drew her into the enthralling world of 17th century London theater shortly after the return of Charles II to the throne.  As one of the first actresses in the newly re-opened playhouses, Nell catapulted to fame, winning the affection of legions of fans--and heart of the most powerful man in all of England, King Charles II. 

Since Nell started out as simply one of the people and then became a well-known actress before catching the King's eye, Nell remained a beloved favorite of England common people until her dying day, unlike Charles' many other unpopular mistresses.

I didn't want to see this book end.  4 out 5 stars!







I was sent a copy for review from the publisher.

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