The HuMor(e) Workshop, Getting in Touch With Your Inner Comedian

Location: Center for Excellence, 3803‐B Computer Dr. Ste. 106 Raleigh NC 27609
Fri Feb 3, Feb 10 and Feb 17 (Class meets for 3 consecutive Fridays)
Time:  noon – 1pm     Cost: $20/per class
To Register: Email Al Herr at ucancallmeal@nc.rr.com

Making others laugh is a skill taught with this 5 part workshop that embraces the basic aspects of comedy.  Learn the theory of 3, timing, delivery and how the elements of improv can get you into the target HuMor(e) zone. The basics of Comedy and Improv are practiced through exercises and role plays that are taken from the attendees daily life stories. Be a better speaker and communicator by getting practice recognizing humorous opportunities and how to make the most of them with skills taught in an interactive, participatory environment.

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Ageless Thinking Presents Sharing Your Story with Alice Osborn

Location: Team Nimbus Center, 3801 Computer Dr, Ste 101, Raleigh NC 27609
Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012    Time:  10:00 am – noon
Fee: $10, Light refreshments provided
Register: Meetup.com/new-aging-thinking or  www.qilady.com

Have you been told you have a story that needs to be told? We all have a life story inside of us, but we may feel that what we’ve experienced is not relevant or important. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to harness the power of your stories for future generations, and that what you’ve learned over a lifetime is a treasure that must be shared. You may even get in touch with your old passions and find several new ones! We’ll do a few writing exercises that delve into the senses and Alice’s gentle feedback will help you record your memories. Alice Osborn is the author of three poetry books, After the Steaming Stops, Unfinished Projects and Right Lane Ends. Her work has also appeared in the Raleigh News and Observer, The Pedestal Magazine, and in numerous journals and anthologies. Visit her website at www.aliceosborn.com.

This program is the 9th in an ongoing series of workshops designed to stimulate your thinking about life after “retirement.” These programs are held on the 2ND Saturday of each month. A positive attitude facilitates potential for a wholesome, fabulous future.  All programs facilitated by Nancy Davison, PT,LAc,of Elite Integrated Medicine, who is a Licensed acupuncturist and physical therapist.

Wonderland Book Club, facilitated by Alice Osborn, co-sponsored by the NC Writers Network

Location: Center for Excellence, 3803-B Computer Dr. Ste. 106 Raleigh NC 27609
Friday, Feb 24 Time:  10:00 – noon

We will discuss Blood Clay by NC author Val Nieman. Val will be joining us for our discussion!  This is Val Nieman’s third novel. She is a longtime newspaper reporter and editor who now teaches writing at North Carolina A&T. She is also the author of a collection of short stories, Fidelities, and a poetry collection, Wake Wake Wake. To Register: Click Here

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Correspondence Course for Poets with Alice Osborn

$295 for 12 months (that’s only $25/month!) of a hand-written poetry critique (1 poem/month).
or $150 in two payments
Year-long class begins February 15th 2012—February 15th 2013   Registration: Click Here

This class is perfect for poets who want a one-on-one poetry session with Alice, but don’t live in North Carolina but don’t live in North Carolina or need more accountability with their writing practice. Poets submit 1 poem per month based on Alice’s emailed poetry prompt. Then the hand-written critique is emailed back to the participant. With published poet Alice Osborn as your instructor you’ll improve your poetry and get published this year! This is our third successful year of poetry corresponding!

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Memoir Boot Camp with Alice Osborn

Location: Center for Excellence, 3803-B Computer Dr. Ste. 106 Raleigh NC 27609
Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012  Time: 9:30am-12:30pm
Cost: $49
Registration: Click Here

Are you currently working on your memoirs and need a boost because your story’s sails are flagging? Or do you write in another genre and want to try your hand at memoir? Then come join us in this concentrated memoir workshop led by experienced author and memoirist Alice Osborn. Focused writing exercises delving into the senses combined with Alice’s gentle feedback will help you write in a voice your readers will savor. Alice will also discuss some do’s and don’ts in memoir writing and memoir’s inevitable privacy issues. All passionate writers welcome! Some memoir and/or writing experience helpful, but not necessary. Light refreshments provided.

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Article Marketing & Blogging for Web Traffic Domination with Bob Walton and Alice Osborn

Location:  Center for Excellence, 3803-B Computer Dr. Ste. 106 Raleigh NC 27609
Sat March 3rd  Time: 9:30-12:30 pm
Cost: $49
Registration: Click Here

Writing content-rich online articles and blog posts that link back to your website will increase your page ranking, will bring visitors and customers to your site, and will increase others’ awareness of what you do. But it takes work and effort. Bob Walton of SEO for High Ranking and Alice Osborn of Write from the Inside Out, will show you the right tools to keep you committed so that your content will transform you into the sought-after expert in your field which will help you win clients, generate referrals and much more. Bob and Alice will discuss why article and blog writing works along with submitting to directories and writing effective sales copy. So no more excuses—let’s start writing today to grow your business! Be prepared for several hands-on writing activities. Light refreshments provided.

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Intermediate Memoir with Alice Osborn

Location: Center for Excellence, 3803-B Computer Dr. Ste. 106 Raleigh NC 27609
Thursday, March 8th to Thursday, March 29 (Class meets for 4 Thursdays)
Time: 11-2pm   Cost: Early Bird $99 (Till Feb 14th)/ $120 after
Registration: Click Here

Have you completed Alice’s Beginning Memoir Workshop Series and wish to continue? Or have you started working on your memoir and now wonder what is the next step? Did you feel all of the memories come back to you as you started working on your memoir, but now the flood has transformed into a trickle? Get back on track with Alice’s Intermediate Memoir workshop series where you’ll have in-class writing exercises and feedback to help you construct your memoir and build upon your foundation. This class is best-suited for writers who have previous writing experience or who have been working on their memoirs. Participants bring their own lunch.

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Celebrate Women’s History Month at Scout and Molly’s with NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners) Greater Raleigh

Location: Scout & Molly’s, Cameron Village, 435 Daniels St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
Wednesday, March 14th from 7-9pm

Join Scout & Molly’s, NAWBO and the MS Society Eastern NC Chapter to generate awareness of MS. Mingle with the women of NAWBO. Open to the public. For a $25 suggested donation to the MS Society, you’ll get a 20% discount off a Scout & Molly item. For donations of $100 or more, the discount is 35%. There’ll be refreshments, wine/beer/light hors d’oeuvres. Co-sponsored by NAWBO Greater Raleigh and Lisa Kornstein, owner of Scout & Molly’s.

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First Friday Reception for Alice’s new book of poetry, After the Steaming Stops

Location: 207 Fayetteville St (Re/Max City Centre), downtown Raleigh
Friday April 6th
Time: 6:30-8:30pm

Get your signed copy of Alice’s new book of poetry when you stop by this reception to enjoy wine and cheese and the amazing guitar of musician Dave Cox.

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House Party for Alice’s new book of poetry, After the Steaming Stops

Location: Two Trees Farm, in Johnston County, NC
Fri. April 13th   Time: 6:30-?

Join Alice and friends to celebrate the launch of her new book of poetry, After the Steaming Stops! There’ll be food, frivolity and live music! RSVP To Alice HERE, for address and directions.

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Monday Night Poetry & Music, featuring Alice Osborn in Charleston, SC

Location: East Bay Meeting House, 160 East Bay St. Charleston, SC
Monday, April 23, 2012   Time:  8-10pm

Alice will read selections from her book, Unfinished Projects at Monday Night Poetry & Music, which is a show of poetry and music with a feature starting the night followed by open mic. Hosted by Jim Lundy.

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House Party for Alice’s new book of poetry, After the Steaming Stops

Location: Jeff & Kathy Kobs, 231 Carpathian Way, Raleigh, NC  27615
Friday,  April 27, 2012    Time: 6:30-?

Join Alice and friends to celebrate the launch of her new book of poetry, After the Steaming Stops! There’ll be food, frivolity and live music! RSVP to Alice HERE

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POETRIO at Malaprop’s Bookstore, featuring Alice Osborn in Asheville, NC

Location: Malaprop’s Bookstore/Café  55 Haywood St, Asheville, NC 28801
Sunday, June 3, 2012   Time: 3-4:30pm

Alice will read selections from her new book, After the Steaming Stops. Other featured readers: TBA. For more information, Click Here

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Poetry Hickory at Taste Full Beans, featuring Alice Osborn in Hickory, NC

Location: Taste Full Beans Coffeehouse
Tues. Sept 11, 2012  Time: 5:30-7pm

Open mic readers will precede Alice and the other featured reader. NC Writer’s Network Writers’ Night Out starts at 4pm. For more info, Click Here

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“Online Classes”

Advanced Fiction Editing Boot Camp with Alice Osborn

Three consecutive Tuesdays March 6th, 13th and 20th from 3:00-4:15 pm
Cost: $149
Registration: Click Here

This intensive online workshop series is for editors and writers who are interested in breaking into freelance fiction editing.  Both novelists who are submitting to agents or directly to the marketplace through self publishing want to present their best work, so you are in demand as a freelance fiction editor! This three-week series will cover the publishing process and will give you confidence with using style guides. We will cover specific editing concerns such as timelines, characters, point of view, revision and more. Also, students will gain more confidence with copyediting, rewriting, logic, flow, voice, point of view, characterization, setting, and more. On the freelance business end, we’ll also discuss time management, communication, and other smart business practices. This webinar series will be recorded so you won’t miss the lesson if you cannot make the “live” class. Alice Osborn has her MA in Rhetoric and Composition from NC State, is a former English teacher and current creative writing teacher and is the author of three books of poetry. In addition, she is also the editor an upcoming fiction anthology from Main Street Rag.

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All About Email Etiquette with Alice Osborn

Tues. February 28, 2012   Time:  3-4:15pm
Cost: $29
Registration: Click Here

This is a not-to-miss webinar for anyone who emails for business. Do you often wonder if you’re sending the right message via email? Is your emotional intelligence up to par? In this presentation you’ll learn how to maximize your subject/greeting/signature lines, how make your message clear, how to properly use the bcc/cc address lines and also learn what’s acceptable grammar and punctuation in your personal and business emails. You want your email correspondence to help your business and not hurt you; let’s make sure you’re writing in your best professional light. This webinar will have a webcam option as well. Instructor will use webcam.

The Business of Creative Writing sponsored by Savvy Authors.com with Alice Osborn

March 5, 2012 – March 25, 2012 AND
Oct 1, 2012 – Oct 21, 2012
Cost: $25 (basic member) and $15 (premium member)
Registration: Click Here

These days even if you’re a great writer, no one will know unless you work the business of writing. Writing is a war of attrition, and the writers who keep working on their craft and think like an entrepreneur are the ones who will succeed. In this workshop experienced instructor and writer Alice Osborn will discuss networking, maintaining submission logs, tracking expenses and income, cash flow, and social media, blogs and marketing. This workshop will also help you with crafting that all-important query letter and making sure you have the confidence to sell yourself and your writing. All genres and all levels are welcome to attend this three-week intensive workshop, which will include video and webcasts. Participants are recommended to have a website and/or blog prior to beginning this class.

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Find Your Character’s Motivation through Finding Nemo, Cars and Up sponsored by SavvyAuthors.com with Alice Osborn

March 26 , 2012 – April 15, 2012
Cost: $20 (basic member) and $10 (premium member)
Registration: Click Here

What does your fictional character really want? How do you create memorable characters so fresh and clever your reader will always remember them? Disney/Pixar films such as Finding Nemo, Cars and Up have created the most believable characters in twenty first century film. In this three-part workshop we’ll study these films so they can tell us how to create riveting and complex main characters who will drive our story and connect with our readers.

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Writing Your Memoirs with Alice Osborn sponsored by Savvy Authors

April 30, 2012—May 27, 2012
Cost: $20 (basic member) and $10 (premium member)
Registration: Click Here

Have you been told you have a story that needs to be told? We all have a life story inside of us, but we may feel that what we’ve experienced is not relevant or important. Nonsense! Everyone has a voice and everyone has a story that needs to be shared with others. In this four week workshop, you’ll learn how to harness the power of your stories for future generations, and that what you’ve learned over a lifetime is a treasure. We will discuss the ingredients of a great memoir, dialogue, summary, scene and also publication.

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Creating Fresh Content for Your Blog with Alice Osborn sponsored by Savvy Authors

June 18, 2012 – June 24, 2012
Cost: $20 (basic member) and $15 (premium member)
Registration: Click Here

Blogs grow and attract readers because of their content and because they help readers solve problems. Join experienced blogger Alice Osborn as she shares tips and tricks on gathering ideas, creating the perfect headline, and helping authors create posts that are relevant to their readers. All of these techniques have proven results! Most of all, Alice will drive home that blogs need to be reader centered and they need to answer the question: why should I care?

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Get Fabulous on Facebook in a Fortnight

July 9, 2012 – July 22, 2012
Cost: $20 (basic member) and $10 (premium member)
Register Here:  Link Coming

Are you still trying to figure out what’s all the fuss about Facebook? With Facebook reaching over 500 million users, we need to pay attention to this social media platform or lose your next reader. Facebook needs to be part of your overall marketing plan and this workshop will help you create an incredible social media presence that will give you followers and social media clout. We’ll discuss setting up a Facebook Page, enhancing your Facebook profile, managing your online time, learning the grammar/etiquette of social media, all so you’ll take away valuable insight to let the world know about your book!

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