Oct 1, 2006
Had a great time in Pennsylvania, reading with fellow Dusie folks and the Flarf people. Marci Nelligan, Scott Glassman, Boyd Spahr, Myself and Dana Ward read from our chapbooks from the Dusie project (actually, I'm not 100% certain that Dana's was from his Dusie chap, apologies for my poor memory, but I think it was--regardless it was a beautiful reading.) The two "sets" (e.g. Dusie and Flarf) meshed well, Boyd's "Flarf-y" work from the Dusie project providing an interesting link to what followed. An assortment of Dickinson College students were certainly provided with a glimpse into a pretty diverse section of contemporary poetry. Pennsylvania is certainly a lovely state where I'd like to spend more time someday; I don't often relate to land-locked spaces very much but I enjoy Phildelphia and other parts of Pennsylvania. We were having camera troubles, but hopefully someone else has more cogent photographs of the evening.
Sep 28, 2006
Sep 24, 2006
If anyone happens to be in the Dickinson College area (somewhere in Pennsylvania) next Saturday, come hear the funny Flarf people and then make fun of my depressing poetry. (I myself am, however, suitable for children. Sort of):
Saturday, Sep 30, 2006 - 7:30 PM ]
Event: Poetry, film and music performance
Featuring the Flarf and Dusie Poetry Collectives, Brandon Downing and Alarm Will Sound.
Live Performance
Rubendall Recital Hall, Weiss Center for the Arts
Free
This poetry performance includes readings, film, and music. Flarf readings by Jordan Davis, Katie Degentesh, Drew Gardner, Nada Gordon, Michael Magee, Sharon Mesmer, Rod Smith, Gary Sullivan. Dusie readings by Mackenzie Carignan, Scott Glassman, Mark Lamoureaux, Marcie Nelligan, Boyd Spahr, Dana Ward. Film by Brandon Downing. Multimedia work by Joey Bargsten. Musical accompaniment by Alarm Will Sound. Note: May not be suitable for children.
Sep 23, 2006
Sep 19, 2006
More from Brian Lucas in Thailand:
It's pretty eerie here--streets are quiet; businesses closed and martial law has been declared. The constitution has been revoked as well.
The military has essentially taken over all of Thailand. We aren't sure if this is in protest of the Prime Minister, or just two factions of the armed forces having a fight. We get very limited announcements from the coup leaders: this morning they've ordered all police off the streets, and for them to stay in their stations. Bridges are heavily guarded. Not sure if there will be a standoff between anti and pro forces or not. All newspapers have been suspended--their websites are down. Radio is dead. So far no violence, but it remains to be seen if peace will prevail. No one's certain what to think--military intervention is the last thing Thailand needs. It's a serious step back as the military has a terrible human rights record, and the semblance of democracy that Thailand has enjoyed has been annulled unless there is a quick turnover to a civilian led government.
Luckily the King knows what's going on and is in talks with the military. All of us are depending on him to get us out of this mess.
All cable TV has been shut-down here, but for some reason I'm able to get the BBC so I have a little idea of what's happening.
I have to go out and try to find some food for us--not sure what to expect as everything is shut.
Will keep you posted if things escalate here. US embassy hasn't ordered Americans to evacuate yet. Crossing my fingers things work out here.
It's pretty eerie here--streets are quiet; businesses closed and martial law has been declared. The constitution has been revoked as well.
The military has essentially taken over all of Thailand. We aren't sure if this is in protest of the Prime Minister, or just two factions of the armed forces having a fight. We get very limited announcements from the coup leaders: this morning they've ordered all police off the streets, and for them to stay in their stations. Bridges are heavily guarded. Not sure if there will be a standoff between anti and pro forces or not. All newspapers have been suspended--their websites are down. Radio is dead. So far no violence, but it remains to be seen if peace will prevail. No one's certain what to think--military intervention is the last thing Thailand needs. It's a serious step back as the military has a terrible human rights record, and the semblance of democracy that Thailand has enjoyed has been annulled unless there is a quick turnover to a civilian led government.
Luckily the King knows what's going on and is in talks with the military. All of us are depending on him to get us out of this mess.
All cable TV has been shut-down here, but for some reason I'm able to get the BBC so I have a little idea of what's happening.
I have to go out and try to find some food for us--not sure what to expect as everything is shut.
Will keep you posted if things escalate here. US embassy hasn't ordered Americans to evacuate yet. Crossing my fingers things work out here.
This from Brian Lucas in Thailand:
"There's been an overthrow of the government here--things not looking good at all. We're ok and not too close to the action. Tanks are in the streets, no TV or radio. No one's sure what's going on--either the troops are pro-Prime Minster or not. It's not looking good if the military takes over here. No one knows what's going on.
Stay tuned to the BBC who has been having live coverage.
11 pm now."
I hope that Brian and his family (well, and everybody else's family are safe.
"There's been an overthrow of the government here--things not looking good at all. We're ok and not too close to the action. Tanks are in the streets, no TV or radio. No one's sure what's going on--either the troops are pro-Prime Minster or not. It's not looking good if the military takes over here. No one knows what's going on.
Stay tuned to the BBC who has been having live coverage.
11 pm now."
I hope that Brian and his family (well, and everybody else's family are safe.
Sep 18, 2006
According to my students from last semester (scale of 1 to 5; average of 19 scores):
The instructor holds my interest in class: 3.1
Write-in comments: "He makes me go to sleep."
The instructor communicates in a way I understand: 3.6
The instructor has increased my knowledge of the subject matter: 3.7
The instructor presents course material in an organized manner: 3.6
The instructor encourages students to ask questions and participate in class: 4.1
The instructor treats me with courtesy and respect: 4.6
The instructor is available to me for discussions: 4.3
The instructor keeps me informed about my academic progress: 3.8
The instructor maintains a good class atmosphere for learning: 3.7
Assignments and exams are related to the course content: 4.1
The instructor clearly explains how I will be evaluated in this course: 4.1
Overall, the instructor is an effective teacher: 3.4
Total average 3.8
General write-in comments: "Prof. Lamoureux is a very good teacher. He is always available for his students and makes you feel at ease. However, he can also be boring because he likes poems, documentaries and always speaks [sic.] like he was singing."
The instructor holds my interest in class: 3.1
Write-in comments: "He makes me go to sleep."
The instructor communicates in a way I understand: 3.6
The instructor has increased my knowledge of the subject matter: 3.7
The instructor presents course material in an organized manner: 3.6
The instructor encourages students to ask questions and participate in class: 4.1
The instructor treats me with courtesy and respect: 4.6
The instructor is available to me for discussions: 4.3
The instructor keeps me informed about my academic progress: 3.8
The instructor maintains a good class atmosphere for learning: 3.7
Assignments and exams are related to the course content: 4.1
The instructor clearly explains how I will be evaluated in this course: 4.1
Overall, the instructor is an effective teacher: 3.4
Total average 3.8
General write-in comments: "Prof. Lamoureux is a very good teacher. He is always available for his students and makes you feel at ease. However, he can also be boring because he likes poems, documentaries and always speaks [sic.] like he was singing."
Sep 14, 2006
Focus on the positive: you don't want to miss the following:
The Burning Chair Readings
Thibault Raoult, Sandra Simonds & Maureen Thorson
Friday, September 15th, 7:30 PM
@
The Fall Café
307 Smith Street
Between Union & President
Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn
F/G to Carroll Street
We don't get to hear Ms. Simons here in the Northeast that often (e.g. ever), so don't miss this chance. I will be there with (hyptohetical, silent) bells on! I have been a fan of Sandra's work for a long time, see my review of her chapbook Steam. Also, Cy Gist Press will be releasing her chapbook The Humble Travelogues of Mr. Ian Worthington. Written from Land and Sea sometime in the Fall/Early Winter of 2006.
The Burning Chair Readings
Thibault Raoult, Sandra Simonds & Maureen Thorson
Friday, September 15th, 7:30 PM
@
The Fall Café
307 Smith Street
Between Union & President
Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn
F/G to Carroll Street
We don't get to hear Ms. Simons here in the Northeast that often (e.g. ever), so don't miss this chance. I will be there with (hyptohetical, silent) bells on! I have been a fan of Sandra's work for a long time, see my review of her chapbook Steam. Also, Cy Gist Press will be releasing her chapbook The Humble Travelogues of Mr. Ian Worthington. Written from Land and Sea sometime in the Fall/Early Winter of 2006.
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