CARY, NC, August 06, 2011 (Press-News.org) Poetry in the Raleigh-Durham Area
The deadline for poetry submissions for September 2011's poetrySPARK events is Friday, August 19th at midnight. Poets must complete an application on the SPARKcon website in order to submit poems for consideration. There are no submission fees. Submitted poems will be reviewed by a panel of judges and poets will be selected for a featured reader evening on Saturday during the festival. Poets are required to submit their name, pen name (if they use one), email address, website (if available), a 100-word bio and agree to the SPARKcon terms listed on the application form. http://www.sparkcon.com/sparks/poetryspark/call-for-talent/
Poetry Events in NC
Volunteers are welcome to show their interest via the application form also. Planning meetings of the organizing committee are held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays from 6PM-8PM at Benelux Cafe in Raleigh. Other components of poetrySPARK included Spark After Dark, an erotic poetry event, a Poetry Slam on the main stage and an open mic night where a poet will be voted Best of the poetrySPARK Open Mic. This year's poetrySPARK events will also feature the 2nd Annual Poetry on Demand Booth where poems will be written in under three minutes based on spontaneous public prompts.
A schedule of poetrySPARK events is available on the SPARKcon webpage. http://www.sparkcon.com/sparks/poetryspark/
About poetrySPARK
poetrySPARK takes poetry to another level every year at Raleigh's Annual SPARKcon creative festival. For four days every September, poetrySPARK lights up downtown Raleigh with erotic verse after dark, featured poet readings, an open mic, a poetry on demand booth and a poetry slam. Held in the midst of fashion shows, street painting, graffiti art, music and comedy shows, poetrySPARK 2011 is September 15th-18th. poetrySPARK is completely volunteer-driven. http://www.sparkcon.com/sparks/poetryspark
poetrySPARK Call For Poems Deadline is August 19, 2011
poetrySPARK, the poetic component to Raleigh's annual SPARKcon festival every September, released their call for poems this week. SPARKcon is a 4-day creative festival held in downtown Raleigh September 15-18, 2011.
2011-08-06
ELSE PRESS RELEASES FROM THIS DATE:
DealFun Announces BuySafe Program Insuring Every Purchase
2011-08-06
DealFun.com, the newly launched shopping-auction site, has an exciting announcement that deal-conscious online shoppers will love. The site has been added to the select list of BuySafe Guaranteed merchants, giving consumers complete confidence that their transaction will be protected by the 3-in-1 guarantee of the BuySafe Program. Over 22 million online shoppers have already experienced the peace of mind that comes from the comprehensive merchant insurance program.
DealFun.com is a fun and exciting auction destination for consumers to find the best deals on brand name ...
Wine and Design's Wilmington Location Announces New Ownership
2011-08-06
Wine and Design, Raleigh's popular wine and painting venue, has announced that its coastal location, Wine and Design Wilmington, is now under new ownership. Molly Loflin is now owner and manager of the company's fourth franchise—joining Jamestown, Cary, and Wilson.
Wine and Design is the dream of longtime friends and business partners Emmy Preiss and Harriet Edwards Mills. The studio opened its doors in April 2010 as Raleigh's first and only wine and painting party company. At a cost starting at $35 per person, Wine and Design provides the canvas, cover-up, paints, ...
Court Decision Puts Right to Cross-Examination in Question
2011-08-06
Court Decision Puts Right to Cross-Examination in Question
In Massachusetts, prosecutors recently won at the Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) with an important decision: Technicians do not have to be called to testify that the breath analysis device used to determine the blood alcohol content level of a DUIsuspect is properly working.
Defense attorneys argued that the ruling is a violation of a defendant's Sixth Amendment right to confrontation, which gives people the right to cross-examine the witnesses against them, relying upon a U.S. Supreme Court ruling from 2009. ...
The Legal Ability to Care for Those In Need
2011-08-06
The Legal Ability to Care for Those In Need
The Purpose of Legal Guardianships
The law always encourages an individual to manage his or her affairs as much as possible. However, in circumstances when someone is not capable of taking care of all aspects of life, be it in personal care or financial matters, the law allows legal guardianships. In a guardianship, the guardian appointed by the court takes care of the ward, who is the person in need.
One type of guardianship is guardianship of the person, in which the guardian takes personal care of the ward, much like ...
Everyone Should Have a Basic Estate Plan
2011-08-06
Everyone Should Have a Basic Estate Plan
Estate planning is not only for the super-rich, or even just moderately wealthy individuals. Wills, medical directives and trusts accomplish many things. Whether you need to set up a guardianship for your children or obtain peace of mind for future health care decisions in the event you are incapacitated, estate planning is now a versatile and straightforward way to manage end-of-life planning.
A Basic Will
Wills are a good way to divide your assets upon death. However, that is not their only function. People who die without ...
Using a Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreement
2011-08-06
Using a Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreement
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements provide financial safety and stability throughout a marriage. Whether you want to protect a business or make sure you have financial safety in case the marriage ends, deciding if a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement is right for you is a discussion you should have with an attorney.
Prenuptial Agreements: What They Can Do
Prenups are good financial planning tools. For example, when divorcing an ex-spouse may be able to receive a portion of the business, even if he or she played no ...
Spotting and Reporting Elder Abuse
2011-08-06
Spotting and Reporting Elder Abuse
Elder abuse is a pervasive problem in the United States. Though the total number of victims is unknown, experts believe one in 10 elderly people may suffer some form of abuse at the hands of a relative or caretaker. Of those cases, as few as one in five may be reported. Sadly, this means that many seniors are left violated and hurt without help.
For those with elderly loved ones in nursing homes or assisted living facilities, it is important to learn the signs of elder abuse and neglect. This is the first step in helping protect ...
Global Personals Ltd - Finalist In National Business Awards
2011-08-06
Global Personals Ltd, one of the largest privately owned online dating companies in Europe, was today shortlisted for two prestigious accolades at the National Business Awards in partnership with Orange.
The company has made the finals for The BlackBerry Growth Strategy of the Year and the WorldPay Online Business of the Year and will now prepare to make presentations in person before an independent, expert judging panel in September and October at the offices of Coutts & Co.
With annualised revenues in excess of 25 million, Global Personals Ltd has experienced ...
Bravest Vs. Finest Comedy Showdown, World Driving Championship Among Highlights Of Hot August Calendar At Empire City Casino At Yonkers Raceway
2011-08-06
The heat wave continues at Empire City at Yonkers Raceway throughout the month of August with a wide variety of promotions and activities that its patrons will find very "cool." From comedy showdowns between area firemen and policemen to live music and ladies specials to a Jackpot Jumble game to the World Driving Championship, it's a month filled with fun for everyone.
The World Driving Championship Final will be contested on Friday, August 5, with top harness drivers from 10 countries competing on Yonkers' historic half mile oval. Fans can enjoy free T-shirts ...
Troll And Toad To Join Wizard World Tour At Chicago Comic Con
2011-08-06
Collectible card gaming has been an increasingly significant part of Wizard World shows, and today's announcement that TrollandToad.Com will join the Comic Con Tour represents another huge boost.
TrollandToad.com has become the world's largest online retailer of collectible games. They have been in business since 1993 specializing in collectible card games, out of print games, as well as current games.
Collectible cards and games will now have a stronger presence at upcoming shows, beginning at Chicago Comic Con next month. TrollandToad.Com will set up a booth at ...
LAST 30 PRESS RELEASES:
Bio-inspired, self-cleaning sweat sensors for comfortable wearable health monitoring
Chung-Ang University researchers reveal strange dynamics of nanoparticle growth and shrink
No strong evidence for alternative autism treatments, study finds
New self-assembling material could be the key to recyclable EV batteries
An ancient signpost: Minute fossils tell big story about arthropod evolution
Predictable structures in music synchronises blood pressure the most, and could be used to create personalized music-based cardiovascular therapies
New systematic review and meta-analysis shows an association between shingles vaccination and lower risk of heart attack and stroke
Food for thought: Using food delivery services to provide rapid cardiac arrest response and potentially save lives
College drinking linked to poor academics, mental health for those around the drinker: Study
Nearly 80% of whale sharks in this marine tourism hotspot have human-caused scars
Spider uses trapped fireflies as glowing bait to attract more prey
How AI can build bridges between nations, if diplomats use it wisely
80% of Americans don’t know early-stage prostate cancer often has no symptoms
Researchers engineer ureter tissue from stem cells, paving way for transplantable kidneys
Strong, evidence-based leadership at CDC essential in wake of director’s exit, says SHEA
Birdwatching tourism is booming. Some countries are benefiting, while others are left behind
High protein or Trp diet increases the risk of cancer-associated venous thromboembolism
Risk of a second cancer after early breast cancer is low
Genetic key to why immune responses differ between men and women
Discovery could lead to new treatments for life-threatening allergic reactions
CRF announces TCT 2025 late-breaking clinical trials and science
Ancient DNA reveals farming spread through migration, locals slow to adopt it
Researchers turn mouse scalp transparent to image brain development
New research reveals longevity gains slowing, life expectancy of 100 unlikely
Wheat that makes its own fertilizer
Certain communities of pond plants may increase greenhouse gases
Hormone therapy type matters for memory performance after menopause
Stroke risk highest among Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander people
Scientists reveal warped protoplanetary discs, reshaping ideas about how planets form
Be it feast or famine, orangutans adapt with flexible diets
[Press-News.org] poetrySPARK Call For Poems Deadline is August 19, 2011poetrySPARK, the poetic component to Raleigh's annual SPARKcon festival every September, released their call for poems this week. SPARKcon is a 4-day creative festival held in downtown Raleigh September 15-18, 2011.