August is a big month of literary events at Coledale Community Hall, starting with an Argentinian film and a book launch with tap dancing on August 6th.
From 3-5pm Christine Sykes, author of the memoir Gough and Me, will be launching her third book, The Tap Cats of the Sunshine Coast, in conversation with Caroline Baum. Come along for conversation, book signing, wine and tap dancing.
Our monthly Film Club, hosted by film aficionado Graham Thorburn, starts at 7pm. It is open to anybody interested in seeing and discussing films. Each Film Club session starts with some background information and after the film screening, there is a chance to discuss the film. The August Film Club will screen the Argentinian film Wild Tales, a visual anthology of six short stories that explore the extremities of human behaviour involving people in distress. Join us for a cup of tea, a fascinating film selection and lively conversation.
On Sunday 14th April, local climate advocate Claire O'Rourke is launching her first book, Together We Can. Claire will be in conversation with actor and founder of Hi Neighbour Yael Stone, writer and presenter Craig Reucassel, and Wollongong City Councillor Mithra Cox. Together We Can is an invitation to anyone worried about what climate change means for our future and a challenge to reconnect with our communities.
Finally, on Sunday, 28 August, Ron Pretty will launch 101 Poems. Ron has been writing and publishing poetry for more than 50 years. In that time, he has published 15 books and chapbooks, his award-winning poetry has featured in many journals and anthologies in Australia, UK, USA and Europe, and as the editor of Five Islands Press, he published 230 books by Australian poets. 101 Poems contains a selection of the best poems from his earlier collections, plus a selection of new poems. It will be his last published collection. The launch will have fellow poet Peter Frankis as MC, entry is free, and refreshments will be provided.
To book for any of these events: Upcoming SCWC Events — South Coast Writers Centre
