Cleveland RG Programs
After you start your day with the Funny Papers, what section do you read next?
Travel? Do the words
Masi Mari,
Ngorongoro Crater, and
Tarangire evoke images of zebras, giraffes and
wildebeest? Do you have fantasies of flocks of flamingoes, hippos, and rhinos
within your reach? Julie Petschler, safari expert, will be sharing her expertise
from her numerous trips to Kenya, Tanzania, and South Africa.
Health and Fitness? Programs will
include Tai Chi, yoga and nutritional advice.
The Food Section? Gail Bellamy,
Ph.D.,CCP, author of
Design Spirits
and
Victual Reality will delight your palate and provide insights into food and
cultures through the ages. An expert on culinary feats of
magic, Gail has a program that will not only dazzle your mind, but your taste
buds as well! Gail has taught at Mississippi University for Women
Culinary Arts Institute and is currently an adjunct at Ursuline College and
Empire State College. She is listed in the Who’s Who of American Women (2003)
and Who’s Who in the World (2004). In her spare time, Gail is a poet published
in more than 60 magazines!
In addition, we will have a wine
tasting on Saturday afternoon—a quick and simple
primer to educate your palate and your mind!
Arts and Life? The Slam Master,
Michael Salinger, is bringing the
Classic Cleveland Poetry Slam to the RG on
Friday night. Whether you write poetry or just listen, this is the poetry you
never heard in school but should have. You can participate by reading original
work not more than three minutes in length, being chosen as one of the five
judges, or just enjoying the talent around you!
(What
is a Poetry Slam?)
And, of course, Funny Papers: We’ll
have Cleveland’s resident Comic expert Alan Baltis, sharing his wit, wisdom and
collection. Alan will be speaking on matters of comedy, comic
books and all things in between. He's a dynamic speaker; be prepared to be
entertained!
Solve mysteries a la Dick Tracy
with George Dunn.
Literature? We’ve got it! Pat Fernberg, an
officer of the International
Jane Austen
Society will present the “Humor in Jane Austen.” Pat is full of amazing
facts on the writings, personality and quirks of one of England’s most
beloved writers.
Fantasy more your thing? Denise Donaldson,
Lord of the Rings expert, will
have a lively discussion on the obvious and not so obvious meaning behind
the writings of J.R.R. Tolkien.
Delve into the world of wizards,
elves, dwarfs and man.
Home Improvements? Let Brian Moran of Kinetic
Gardens teach you the best and easiest landscapes. If you are pressed for
time in the summer after attending RGs and the AG, Brian can help you design
a garden that while low maintenance will instill envy in your neighbors!
Brian has had 5 of his gardens in Lakewood Garden Walk!
Crafts? We offer classes in
knitting,
cross-stitch, and creative arts.
Bring something to work on if you want or we have some supplies to get you
started. Elizabeth Abbey will get your creative juices flowing.
Spirituality? We have speakers from
not-so-traditional to
Eastern Religions. Ever think of the
Matrix in this
context? You will after listening to Sandra Bishop.
Programs are still being finalized in categories from
Feature Writers, Business, and Politics pages. Register now for the RG and
come away with everything from a new look to a new attitude! Check this site often
for the next issue of See you in the Funny Papers
Page last updated:
12/06/2004
