September 2007 E-Letter
Bryn
Mawr Connections
- Alexandra Enders, '86, reads from her new novel, Bride Island at Book
Court in Brooklyn (September 6)
- Seven Sisters Event: Gloria Steinem Speaks
(September 10)
- The Bryn Mawr Book Club discusses The Sweet Science
by A.J. Leibling (September 19)
Bryn
Mawr Club of New York City Events on the Horizon
- Encore Plus: Staying Where You
Are
Evelyn Jones Rich, '54, discusses how older people
in New York City can stay in their homes (October 24)
Personals
- Internship Available: Technology Intern,
StoryCorps
- Position Available: Accounting Manager, North America LiveCareer,
Inc.
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Bryn Mawr Club Connections
Alexandra Enders, '86, reads from her novel, Bride
Island
Alexandra Enders, '86, will be reading from her
recently published novel, Bride Island, on
Thursday, September 6 at 7:00 p.m. at BookCourt, an independent bookstore
in Brooklyn. Come out to support Alexandra and celebrate her debut as a
novelist.
From a 2007 review in The Library Journal:
Enders is a short story
writer whose foray into the novel format makes for a compelling read.
Polly Birdswell has worked diligently to separate herself from her
alcoholic family and haunting past. She gave up custody of her daughter,
Monroe, and moved to coastal Maine in order to get her life together. But
Polly's heart belongs to Bride Island, a family retreat off the Maine
coast. Its landscape, despite containing only a raggedy old house,
invigorates and calms Polly's soul. When her mother decides to sell Bride
Island, Polly realizes she must take action and try to claim it. This
battle makes Polly move toward regaining custody of Monroe—and regaining
trust in and acceptance of herself. From alcoholic families and divorced
parenting, all the way to a harrowing family secret, this novel covers a
plethora of domestic tribulations. Polly is a truly imperfect person who
is trying her hardest to make her life mean something. It's a difficult
road and a lovely read.
WHAT: |
Alexandra Enders, '86, reads from her new
novel, Bride Island |
WHEN: |
Thursday, September 6
7:00 p.m. |
WHERE: |
BookCourt
163 Court St
(between Pacific and Dean)
Brooklyn, NY
11201
718
875 3677 |
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Gloria Steinem Speaks!
A Special Seven Sister Event Sponsored by
the Smith NYC Alumnae Club and the Oxonian Society
Gloria Steinem (Smith' 56) remains America's most
influential, eloquent and revered feminist. Steinem was a co-founder of
New York magazine in 1968, and in 1971 co-founded Ms. magazine – the
first women's magazine run by women. Steinem became a leading spokesperson
for the feminist movement and helped shape the debate. Her 1992 book,
Revolution from Within, was a number one bestseller. Steinem is an icon to
multiple generations and continues to be the leader of a major movement.
Space is limited, so reserve in advance using the following link:
(Correction: The Gloria Steinem event is
$30, not free, as indicated in the August e-letter. We apologize for
any confusion. If you have additional questions concerning this
event, please contact the Smith Club representative Margarita Bloch at m_bloch@yahoo.com.)
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WHAT: |
Gloria Steinem Speaks! |
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WHEN: |
Monday, September 10
6:15-8:00 p.m. |
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WHERE: |
Midtown Manhattan
(for security reasons,
specific venue details will be e-mailed to attendees upon
registration) |
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SUGGESTED
CONTRIBUTION: |
Enter "Smith" in the promo code line when you register on-line to be charged
the Seven Sisters rate of $30.
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RSVP: |
Register online using
the following link: https://www.runmyclub.com/OxonianSociety/eventcalendar.asp?Date=&id=203627 |
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Bryn Mawr Book Club
On Wednesday, September 19, the Book Club will
discuss The Sweet Science
by A.J. Leibling.
From an editorial review of The Sweet
Science on Amazon.com:
A.J. Liebling's classic New Yorker pieces on the "sweet science
of bruising" bring vividly to life the boxing world as it once was. It
depicts the great events of boxing's American heyday: Sugar Ray Robinson's
dramatic comeback, Rocky Marciano's rise to prominence, Joe Louis's
unfortunate decline. Liebling never fails to find the human story behind
the fight, and he evokes the atmosphere in the arena as distinctly as he
does the goings-on in the ring—a combination that prompted Sports
Illustrated to name The Sweet Science the best American sports book of all
time.
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WHAT: |
Discussion of The Sweet Scienceby A.J. Leibling |
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WHEN: |
Wednesday, September 19
7:00 p.m. |
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WHERE: |
Home of Jim Kafadar and Elizabeth Holloway
350 Bleecker
Street, Apt 6E (between Charles and 10th Street)
(ring buzzer
no.35 if doorman is on break)
New York, NY 10014
212 645
2737 |
Even if you can't attend Bryn Mawr Book Club, reading suggestions are
always welcome—just send me an email. Elizabeth Holloway, robinsonholloway@gmail.com
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Bryn Mawr Club of New York City Event on the Horizon
Encore Plus: Staying Where You
Are
Join the Bryn Mawr Club of New York City on Wednesday, October 24, for Encore Plus: Staying Where You Are,
an evening with illustrious alumna Evelyn Jones Rich, '54, who has
distinguished herself as an educator, activist, and scholar.
Evelyn's talk will focus on the options available to seniors in New
York City for remaining in their homes as well as continuing to work,
learn, and grow past the age of 65. Evelyn is co-chair of Lincoln
House Outreach, which provides services and support for seniors living
at Lincoln House in Manhattan, an apartment complex that has
evolved into what is known as a "naturally occurring retirement
community" or NORC. She also serves on the Board of Directors of
New York City Americans for Democratic Action and is president of
Rich Solutions, a company that engages in public policy advocacy
primarily in the area of education.
WHAT: |
Encore Plus: Staying Where You
Are |
WHEN: |
Wednesday, October 24
6:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. Talk Begins |
WHERE: |
The Culture Center
410 Columbus Avenue
New York, NY
10024
(Elevator transport available) |
RSVP:
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Phoebe Frackman at phoebefrac@aol.com |
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Personals
From Phoenix
Soleil, '95:
Tech internship available this fall at StoryCorps, a
mid-sized media non-profit based in Brooklyn. The intern will assist
with troubleshooting issues, will monitor back-up systems, help with upgrading
network equipment, assist in organizing and maintaining IT resources, and
provide technical support related to Mac equipment. Deadline for
application is September 14, 2007. Additional information is
available at StoryCorps' website at: http://www.storycorps.net/about/employment_opportunities/
From Faith Bethelard, '93:
Immediate opening for
an Accounting Manager at North America LiveCareer, Inc, an Internet
sales and marketing company. The Accounting Manager will have
primary responsibility for all accounting activities, including auditing
online revenues, banking, preparation of financial statements and
financial strategy. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's
degree, a minimum of 6 years of accounting experience and advanced
MS-Excel spreadsheet and QuickBooks skills. E-mail resume and cover
letter to hiring@livecareer.com
and reference "Accounting Manager" in the subject line.
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