By Eileen Flanagan

Author Eileen Flanagan will be speaking at Creekside Books and Coffee in Skaneateles on March 14 at 2pm about her new book, The Wisdom to Know the Difference: When to Make a Change and When to Let Go. Praised by the Dalai Lama and other notable writers, the book explores how to apply the message of the Serenity Prayer, accepting the things we cannot change, and changing those we can.

Flanagan has been traveling widely since the book’s release by Tarcher/Penguin in September 2009. She is thrilled to return to Skaneateles, where she has visited friends on vacation for a number of years. She will also be leading a retreat at Stella Maris retreat center during the weekend of March 12-14.

By Rita Trenti, Creekside Books & Coffee

March “Live Music” Line-Up

Friday and Saturday “Live at Creekside” 7:30-9:30 PM

Coffeehouse is open until 11:00 PM on “Live” Nights

Thursday “Live at Creekside” 7:00-8:30 PM

Thursday, March 4th — Doolittle & Bone ““ There were here for “WinterFest” and are back by for another great night of music!

Friday, March 5th — Dave “Marchiano” Ball. Celebrate Art & Music during First Friday!

March 6th — Joanne Perry & Unstoppable Gentlemen- New songs and covers for an unstoppable night of music!

Thursday, March 11th — Kelly McDonald & Jared Mulcahy – from elementary school through high school, they have won awards and the hearts of the community!

Friday, March 12th — Jane Murlin- Back by popular demand for a second show!

Saturday, March 13th — Jon Peterson’s Song Writers Night- Jon always brings musicians with thought-provoking lyrics!

Sunday, March 14th — Loren Barrigar & Dan Bliss. Special night at Coffeehouse with Loren and good friend, Dan Bliss, who is back in town for one night!

Thursday, March 18th “Open Mic Night” Hosted by Joanne Perry ““- Come listed to new music by up and coming musicians!

Friday, March 19th “The Barrigar Brothers”- Join us for one of the best nights every month at “Live at Creekside!”

Saturday, March 20th “The Collective“ There is a lot of talent at our high school. Come see why!

Thursday, March 25th — Domicolo Barlow Band First time at “Live” and they promise to entertain as well as play music we all want to hear!

Friday, March 26th — Sarah Horner & Greg Carroll. Beautiful voice and expert guitar play means a great night at “Live!”

Saturday, March 27 — Sloppy Joes Rock the Coffeehouse with Syracuse Band!

Note: March 14 & 19 “Live” $8 per person, $15 for two

By Rita Trenti

Thursday, February 4th, 2010, 7pm
SEMINAR:  Primerica Financial Services “How Money Works” by Allison Haslam. Creekside Books & Coffee, 35 Fennell Street, Skaneateles. Free.

Friday, February 5th, 7:30-9:30pm
MUSIC:  Dave Ball, Creekside Coffeehouse, 35 Fennell St, Skaneateles. Free.

Saturday, February 6th, 7:30-9:30pm
MUSIC:  Andrew & Noah VanNorstrand. Creekside Coffeehouse, 35 Fennell St. Skaneateles. Free.

Thursday, February 11th, 7-8:30pm
SEMINAR: “How to Read a Pet Food Label” Clear Lakes Animal Wellness Center. Creekside Books & Coffee. 35 Fennell St, Skaneateles. Free

Friday, February 12th
VALENTINES DAY DINNER:  6-7:30pm Julie Ann Sageer caters pre-set dinner at Creekside Coffeehouse. $30 per person.

MUSIC: 7:30-9:30pm Finger Lakes Wind Quintet “Romantic Melodies”. Creekside Coffeehouse, 35 Fennell St, Skaneateles. Free.

Saturday, February 13th
CHILDREN’S PARTY: 1pm Valentine’s Day Party featuring stories, activities and snacks. Creekside Books & Coffee, 35 Fennell St., Skaneateles. $5 Registration

MUSIC: 7:30-9:30pm Sloppy Joes, Creekside Coffeehouse, 35 Fennell St, Skaneateles. Free.

Thursday, February 18th 7-8:30pm
MUSIC: Joanne Perry & Friends. Creekside Coffeehouse, 35 Fennell St, Skaneateles. Free.

Friday, February 19th, 7:30-9:30pm
MUSIC:  Mike Powell & Dusty Pas’cal! Creekside Coffeehouse, 35 Fennell Street, Skaneateles. $8 or $15 for two.

Saturday, February 27th, 7:30-9:30pm
MUSIC:  The Barrigar Brothers. Creekside Coffeehouse, 35 Fennell St, Skaneateles, $8 or $15 for two.

Please direct any questions or inquiries about Creekside events to:

Rita Trenti
Creekside Books & Coffeehouse
35 Fennell Street
Skaneateles NY 13152
315-685-0379
www.creeksidebooks.com

By Bob Comenole

Beginning January 21st, the Writing Academy at Creekside Books will begin its third year of offering courses in professional and creative writing.

The Winter sessions, taught by retired literature professor and local novelist Bob Comenole, will include the following courses:

-Creative Writing 101;
-Constructing Your Novel;
-Writing Mystery & Detective Fiction;
-Writing the Personal Essay (Creative Non-fiction);
-Discovering Your Writing Niche;
-The Hero’s Journey for Storytellers (Using Myth & Archetype in your writing);

Each course is 5 weeks in length, and meets usually on Thursday evenings
(6:30 – 8:00). Creekside will be offering workshops throughout the winter.
Start dates for individual courses will be announced once registration has
completed. Classes are limited in enrollment; to reserve a seat call Creekside at 685-0379.

Please also feel free to contact the Writing Academy for any additional information. Phone: 685-1480; email: snowcap2@hotmail.com

By Erika Davis

Thursday, January 21st, 2010
– Joanne Perry & Friends, Singer-song writers talk about their music as they perform covers and original songs.
Friday, January 22nd, 2010
– Sarah Horner Band with Greg Carroll, Expect an evening of great music when Sarah’s amazing voice blends with Greg’s superb guitar playing.
Saturday, January 23rd, 2010
– The Barrigar Brothers, Loren and Kevin both have new CDs out so come join the party!
Friday, January 29th, 2010
– Jon Peterson’s Song Writer’s Night, Jon brings together new talent to share their songs and stories.
Saturday, January 30th, 2010
– Doolittle & Bone, WinterFest and Doolittle & Bone, be sure to put this date on your calendar.

Check out the Creekside website for more details!

Contributed by: Creekside Books & Coffee

When: December 17, 2009 7-9PM
Where: Creekside Books & Coffee, 35 Fennel Street, Skaneateles
Contact: (315) 685-0379
Charge: FREE

Description:
Gents Shopping Night in Skaneateles, Thursday, December 17th, 2009,  will include a Gents “English Pub Night” at Creekside’s Coffeehouse. Three Dickens Gents, “Charles Dickens, Marley and President Polk” will sing songs and tell stories from 7-9 PM. Baklava and Yemen Coffee will be served at this free event that will also promote 20% Off Bookstore merchandise including toys, gifts and books!

Contributed by Rita Trent / Creekside Books & Coffeehouse

Whether you are looking for a relaxing night of music played by one of our local talents, a poetry reading, wine & cheese event, children’s book reading event or more – Creekside Books & Coffeehouse is where it’s all at! See the December events they are offering below.

POETRY & MUSIC
Thursday, December 3rd, 7-9pm
Dusty Pascal & Michael Jennings. Creekside Books & Coffee, 35 Fennell St., Skaneateles. Free

MUSIC
Friday, December 4th, 7:30pm
Dave Ball. Creekside Coffeehouse, 35 Fennell St. Skaneateles. Free.

Contributed by Christine Briel

On Thursday, December 3rd, 7-8:30PM at Creekside Books and Cafe, Michael Jennings will read from his newest book of poems, Bone-Songs and Sanctuaries, New and Selected Poems. Mike was born in New Orleans, grew up in the Middle East, and did poetry programs in most of the schools in central New York during the 1980s, including Skaneateles. He is also a world renowned breeder and judge of Siberian Huskies and the author of three books on the breed. He has lived for the past 26 years on Otisco Lake with his wife, poet Suzanne Shane, and their cats and dogs. His poems feature the places, people and animals of his life and travels.

NOTE: Singer/song writer Dusty Pas’cal will introduce with some songs.

Contributed by Rita Trenti / Creekside Books

Sunday, November 22nd, 1:00 PM
“Real Life, Real Talk” of Syracuse presents:

A parent & teen discussion about teen dating based on the newest Twilight movie, New Moon.  Facilitated by Ginger Price, Educator at Vera House.  The program will focus on parents and kids talking about what healthy teen dating relationships look like using the Twilight/New Moon movies and books to start the conversation. Call 315-685-0379 for more information.

Creekside wants to thank our fellow media sponsors Real Life, Real Talk, Vera House and PACT of Skaneateles.

Contributed by Rita Trenti / Creekside Books

Friday, November 20th, 2009
MUSIC: 7:30 p.m. Bob Nodzo. Creekside Coffeehouse, 35 Fennell St. Skaneateles. Free event.

Saturday, November 21st, 2009
MUSIC: 7:30 p.m. Donna Colton+One. Creekside Coffeehouse, 35 Fennell St. Skaneateles. Free event.

Call 315-685-0379 for more information.