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Photo: Sharon Lawrence (left) and Hilda Clark (right) at an HHWEN event, with Kay Millard in the background.

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Past Events

Friends of the Library AGM with Ava Homa
Writer in Residence

Friday, April 27, 2012
1:00 p.m.
Common Room
Minden Hills Cultural Centre
Bobcaygeon Rd.
www.mindenculturalcentre.com

You are invited to the Friends AGM and Members Event on Friday, April 27 at 1:00 pm for the Annual General Meeting, followed by a special presentation by Ava Homa, HHWEN's Writer in Residence at the Minden Hills Cultural Centre.

Author of Echoes from the Other Land, Stories of Modern Iranian Women, at 2:00 pm, Ava will be speaking about women in Iran and the difficulties of relocating in Canada.

Come and celebrate the work of Friends of the Library and enjoy a great presentation by an Iranian woman in exile. Coffee and light refreshments will be served.

This event is FREE for the members of Friends, or $5.00 to the public. Memberships can be purchased at the door for only $5.00.

'A Celebration of Poetry' with Live Poets in the Pub

Wednesday, April 18, 2012
7:00 - 9:15 p.m.
Dominion Hotel
Bobcaygeon Rd.,Minden
www.dominionhotelpub.com

April is Canada's National Poetry Month!
To celebrate this special month, HHWEN - in conjunction with Live Poets in the Pub - hosted a Celebration of Poetry at the Dominion Hotel, complete with stage and sound system.
Hot food was available to be ordered from the menu from 6 p.m.
Free coffee and dessert was served, compliments of the Dominion Hotel, at the close of the readings.
No Cover, No Minimum
A great time was had by all.

Live Poets in the Pub with Local Poets & Songwriters

Wednesday, March 21, 2012
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Dominion Hotel
Bobcaygeon Rd.
Minden
www.dominionhotelpub.com

"Minden is a drinkin' town with a poetry problem." - Shawn Chamberlin

Local poets and songwriters come together in our favorite pub on the third Wednesday of each month.
Everyone is welcome to come and participate, or just sit back, hoist a pint and enjoy an evening of original poetry and song.
No Cover, no Minimum.
For further information:
Call Pat Brown at 705-286-6448

'Voices From Your Past'
A Memoir Series with Melody Richardson

Wednesday, February 15, 2012
9:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m.
R.D.Lawrence Place
176 Bobcaygeon Rd., Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

Part of an ongoing series, this FREE workshop, sponsored by Arts Alive, is open to anyone interested in improving their writing skills.

Designed to assist new or experienced writers, or anyone engaged in collecting family history, this series is a wonderful opportunity to learn how to turn all that information into stories your loved ones and others will not be able to put down.
Please note: This program may be cancelled due to restructuring of RDLP. Check first.

'Personal': R.D.Lawrence

Sunday, February 12, 2012 to Wednesday, February 29, 2012
R.D.Lawrence Place
176 Bobcaygeon Rd., Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

Running from now until the end of the month, this new exhibit, 'Personal' showcases a side of Ron Lawrence many may not be aware of.

R.D. Lawrence had a firm hand with the wildest of wildlife and did not suffer fools lightly. Surviving two wars made him undeniably tough.
But he also had an equally strong sense of humour and a soft spot for Valentines.
Come peek at personal cards and an exhibit that shows his sweet and fun side

Family Literacy Day with Beverlea Jackson

Friday, January 27, 2012
10:30 a.m.
Dysart Public Library
Haliburton Village

The Haliburton County Public Library System presented literacy specialist Beverlea Jackson in a reading of the children's book 'Bear Snores On'. This free family event also included activities and games.

Family Literacy Day with Beverlea Jackson

Friday, January 27, 2012
2:00 p.m.
Minden Public Library
176 Bobcaygeon Rd., Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

The Haliburton County Public Library System presented literacy specialist Beverlea Jackson in a second reading of the children's book 'Bear Snores On', in Minden, later that same day. This free family event also included activities and games.

'Live Poets in the Pub' with Local Poets & Songwriters

Wednesday, January 18, 2012
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Dominion Hotel
Bobcaygeon Rd., Minden
www.dominionhotelpub.com

'Back Words'
Short Story CELEBRATION with Sheryl Loucks

Saturday, December 3, 2011
10:00 a.m.
R. D. Lawrence Place,
176 Bobcaygeon Rd., Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

The 2011 First Place Winner and Runners-up in the 'Back Words' short story contest read their stories, and prizes were awarded in this happy celeration. As always, the public was welcome to attend. Admission was by donation and refreshments were free in this annual event, sponsored this year by the Haliburton Echo and Minden Times.
For further details contact Sheryl Loucks at rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca.

'Letters to a Mentor' - an exhibit

Wednesday, November 30, 2011
R. D. Lawrence Place
176 Bobcaygeon Rd.
Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

Running all through November until the beginning of December, this exhibit was a trbute to RD unlike any other.

Hundreds of people wrote to R.D. Lawrence. His responses led to mentoring relationships, some of which lasted decades.

Touching, powerful, and sometimes humorous, some of these letters were presented in this tribute to R.D. Lawrence's lasting legacy.

One of those mentored was Greg DeLiso, whose brilliant new documentary about Lawrence was included in this year's Haliburton International Film Festival.
On November 6, RDLP hosted a fascinating talk with Greg and other special guests who participated in the documentary project, some of whom also had letters in the exhibit.

'A Writer's Christmas' with various authors and performers

Tuesday, November 29, 2011
5:00 p.m.
The Pepper Mill,
Highway 35
Carnarvon, Ontario

Always an enjoyable event guaranteeing great food, laughter, readings and song, the evening started with a sumptuous roast beef buffet dinner and an array of desserts, followed by seasonal literary offerings from several of our talented members and friends.

This party is always so much fun, we fill the restaurant every year. So if this appeals to you for Christmas 2012, be sure to register early.
Contact Kay at kathleenmillard61@sympatico.ca or
705-286-6635 to reserve.

'Back Words':
SHORT STORY CONTEST with DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 27

Sunday, November 27, 2011
R.D. Lawrence Place, Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

The 'Back Words' contest is an allusion to the beautiful back woods country here in the Haliburton Highlands.
Entrants were required to include five random words: "raccoon", "hollow", "sanctuary", "star" and "farm" in short stories not to exceed 750 words.
The deadline for submissions was Nov. 27. Contact for this contest was Sheryl Loucks at 705-286-2298 or email rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca.

'Voices From Your Past'
A Memoir Workshop, plus Lunch with Melody Richardson

Wednesday, November 16, 2011
9:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m.
R. D. Lawrence Place
176 Bobcaygeon Rd.
Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

Attendees learned how to fine tune their own self-editing in this FREE workshop, then stayed to enjoy the potluck lunch that followed.

Contact for this event was Sheryl Loucks at 286-2298 or
email rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

'Brock's Agent' with Tom Taylor

Friday, November 11, 2011
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
R. D. Lawrence Place
176 Bobcaygeon Rd.
Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

'A ripping yarn' is what the Globe and Mail has dubbed Tom Taylor's new book Brock's Agent. This fictional tale about a man on the run from a supposed murder he committed while rescuing a girl is more than a romance as he is forced to accept a secret mission from General Brock and pose as a fur trader in the midst of the war of 1812.
This book is rich with history and relevance as the 200th anniversary of this battle for North American supremacy nears.

Tom Taylor, a writer/historian who has turned his passion for this largely ignored chapter of history into a hot, new, page-turner, entertained a highly receptive audience with his reading and informative talk about both the writing of his historical adventure novel and the battle that defined our borders.
Cost: $12 HHWEN members; $15 Non-members.

'Voices From Your Past'
A Memoir Series with Melody Richardson

Wednesday, October 19, 2011
9:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m.
R. D. Lawrence Place
176 Bobcaygeon Rd.
Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

Part of an ongoing series, this FREE workshop, sponsored by Arts Alive, was open to anyone interested in improving their writing skills.

Designed to assist new or experienced writers, or anyone engaged in collecting family history, this series was a wonderful opportunity to learn how to turn all that information into stories your loved ones and others would not be able to put down.

'Books Alive' with Local Authors

Saturday, October 1, 2011
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
St. Paul's Anglican Church,
19 Invergordon,
Minden Riverwalk

As our FREE offering for this year's National Culture Days, HHWEN presented its Sixth Annual 'Books Alive', featuring readings, book sales and signings by several of our local authors.
Light Refreshments served.

Authors interested in taking part in this annual opportunity to present and sell their works were invited to call Kay at 705-286-6635 or
email kathleenmillard61@sympatico.ca
to book a table.

Poetry Art Exhibition
Sanctuary Theme with Ron Evans, WIR

Friday, September 30, 2011
Minden Hills Cultural Centre
Bobcaygeon Rd.
Minden
www.mindenculturalcentre.com

This exhibit, which opened on August 11, will be ongoing until the end of September.

See how artists have interpreted the poetry of our Writer in Residence in their respective mediums. Word play takes on a whole new meaning in this show!

'Voices From Your Past'
A Memoir Series with Melody Richardson

Wednesday, September 21, 2011
9:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m.
R. D. Lawrence Place
176 Bobcaygeon Rd.
Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

Part of an ongoing series, this FREE workshop was sponsored by Arts Alive and was open to anyone interested in improving their writing skills.

Whether you are a new or experienced writer, if you have been collecting family history, these workshops are an excellent opportunity to learn how to turn all that information into stories your loved ones and others will not be able to put down.

For information and to register for future workshops, please call Sheryl Loucks at 705-286-2298.

'Live Poets in the Pub' with Local Poets & Songwriters

Wednesday, September 21, 2011
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Dominion Hotel
Bobcaygeon Rd., Minden
www.dominionhotelpub.com

Special Guest Evening with Joe Fiorito

Monday, September 12, 2011
7:00 p.m.
Common Room
Minden Hills Cultural Centre
176 Bobcaygeon Rd., M
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

As part of this year's R.D.Lawrence Literary Festival, RDLP proudly presented Toronto Star columnist, Joe Fiorito.
Renowned for his razor-sharp wit and uncanny insights into humanity, Joe is also a celebrated memoir writer who has authored several critically acclaimed books.

Wine and desserts were included in this very special evening that also featured music, poetry and readings by HHWEN member Lea Harper. In honour of R.D. Lawrence's birthday, Sheryl Loucks presented a reading from one of the renowned Canadian author's many published works.

'What is it About that Object?'
Workshop with Fay Wilkinson,Rose Pearson,Ron.Evans

Saturday, August 20, 2011
9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Agnes Jamieson Gallery
Minden Cultural Centre
www.mindenculturalcentre.com

In this unique workshop - to which attendees were asked to bring their most beloved object - those present were asked to use creative methods, through art and writing, to bring out the story that connects them to this special object.

The result was a final piece of work that will commemorate the treasured object forever and explain to others why this item is so dear.
Cost $15.

FREE Memoir Writing Workshop with Melody Richardson

Wednesday, August 17, 2011
9:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
R. D. Lawrence Place
176 Bobcaygeon Rd.
Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

This was the second instalment in a comprehensive series of memoir writing workshops presented by professional writer and HHWEN member, Melody Richardson. If you have ever wanted to write your family history, put your genealogy research into a readable format or more, these workshops are for you, and beginners are welcome!

Thanks to sponsorship by Arts Alive, there was no charge for this segment.
For information on the remaining workshops in this series contact Sheryl
at 705-286-2298 or rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.com.

'Live Poets in the Pub' with Local Poets & Songwriters

Wednesday, August 17, 2011
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Dominion Hotel
Bobcaygeon Rd., Minden
www.dominionhotelpub.com

Open Mic for Writers with Readings by Local Authors

Saturday, August 13, 2011
1:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Common Room
Minden Hills Cultural Centre
Bobcaygeon Rd., Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

As part of this year's R.D.Lawrence Literary Festival, local authors were invited to read aloud and sell their books and otherwise share their works with the public. Memoirs or Works-in-Progress were also welcomed.

Special guest readers included: Peterborough authors Brenda Baker(reading from 'Sisters of the Sari') and J.R. Maclean ('Waking up Gilligan'); and from Bancroft, HHWEN member Alex Hamilton-Brown ('When Trees Could Walk' and 'Second Hand Brain'.)
Haliburton authors included: Neil Campbell ('Cell Phones and Sapbuckets'); Donna Gagnon; Doug Pugh; and Sheryl Loucks (reading from the works of R.D.Lawrence.)
And a delightful time was had by all.

Haliburton County Reads with Sheryl Loucks
Co-ordinator, RDLP

Wednesday, August 10, 2011
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Canoe FM 100.9

Modeled after the popular CBC Reads, a five-member panel engaged in a lively discussion about 5 books the individual panel members thought everyone in the County should read, with one book being eliminated each week.

Sheryl was championing R.D. Lawrence's Cry Wild
Other books wereWater for Elephants, Hominids, Never Let Me Go, and Sarah's Key, the eventual 'winner' in the series.

Book Launch -
'Batchawana Silly Stuff' with Illustrator: Gailon Valleau

Saturday, August 6, 2011
1:30 - 4:00 pm
Roberts' Room
Haliburton Public Library
www.HiddenBrookPress.com

HHWEN Member and Book Illustrator,
Gailon Valleau, has been a freelance Artist for 30 years.
Written by Emily Hearn,'Batchawana Silly Stuff' is a fun rhyming book about colours for preschoolers and parents.

A resident of Haliburton Village since 1985, Gailon Valleau is currently accepting commissions of all sorts, including portraiture, illustrations, murals and fine art. She has been self-employed as a house painter for the past 7 years.

Book Launch - 'Providence Island' with Gregor Robinson

Wednesday, July 27, 2011
7:00 p.m.
R. D. Lawrence Place
176 Bobcaygeon Rd.
Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

Gregor Robinson read from his third novel,'Providence Island' in which he draws on his childhood as a cottager.

Nominated multiple times for top literary prizes, including both the Edgar Allan Poe and the Arthur Ellis Awards, Robinson's plays have been produced by the Toronto Fringe.

In this suspenseful tale, a man returns to Ontario's cottage country to bury his father, and is taken back to a tangled romance that haunts his dreams.
Cottage Life called this book "gripping". No charge for admission.

Memoir Writing Workshop with Melody Richardson

Wednesday, July 20, 2011
10:00 a.m.
R. D. Lawrence Place
176 Bobcaygeon Rd.
Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

Professional writer Melody Richardson introduced a new series of memoir writing workshops. If you have ever wanted to write your family history, put your genealogy research into a readable format, and more, this is a new comprehensive series for all writers - beginners welcome!

'SCORE! : 20 Hours for Art'
Marathon of Poetry & Song with Local and International Presenters

Wednesday, July 20, 2011 to Thursday, July 21, 2011
6am Wednesday
to 2am Thursday
Dominion Hotel
113 Bobcaygeon Rd.
Minden, Ontario, CANADA
www.dominionhotelpub.com

A fundraising event for the Arts Council~Haliburton Highlands' "Artists in the Schools" program, our 20-hour international marathon of poetry and song was broadcast live over the internet from the Dominion Hotel in Minden.

In a fabulous 20 hours of non-stop entertainment that included readings via Skype from poets a world away, our local Live Poets and song writers took to the stage to perform their original creations, and the Dead Poets brought to life their favorites once again.

This promises to be an annual event, so watch for us again next year.

Novel to Screen Presentation
'Jane Austen's Book Club' with Sheryl Loucks
Co-ordinator, RDLP

Wednesday, July 13, 2011
2:00 p.m.
R. D. Lawrence Place
176 Bobcaygeon Rd.
Minden
www.rdlawrenceplace@mindenhills.ca

Do you love Jane Austen? So do six people who start a club to discuss Austen's books, only to find their relationships - both old and new - becoming 21st century versions of her novels.

The second of our Novel to Screen Club presentations, this movie was as comic and charming as the book itself. We enjoyed watching the film and discussing whether we agreed with what the characters had to say about Austen's greatest books.
Popcorn and Admission was by donation.