Comments for Think.Read.Talk.

Comment on Enter our Ag Essay Contest and Win Great Prizes by Kristen Fuhs Wells

Kristen Fuhs Wells — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:36:45 +0000

Hi Elizabeth, the details for submissions can be found here: http://www.indianafamilyoffarmers.com/essaycontest/2ndannual/guidelines.pdf
You can submit them via email or mail. The deadline is Feb. 1. Thanks and good luck!

Comment on Enter our Ag Essay Contest and Win Great Prizes by Elizabeth Kelsay

Elizabeth Kelsay — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 23:28:05 +0000

How and where can we submit entries for the essay contest?

Comment on Southern Views by Starr DeJesus

Starr DeJesus — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:32:20 +0000

We read and talked about this book at a nursing facility. Our group, all women ages 79-94, had some lively discussions and interesting memories of what it was like living (as an adult) during the 60’s. The part about a separate toilet outside led to several outhouse stories…which veered from the theme of segregation, but was interesting anyway.

The movie release coordinated with their book completion. They were very pleased that the movie followed the book so closely (unlike “Water for Elephants” movie).

Comment on Karen Kovacik: Thinking is feeling by Norbert Krapf

Norbert Krapf — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:36:45 +0000

Thoughtful and stimulating responses, Karen.

One of the dangers of not reading and engaging in conversation and discussion with others is that we sequester ourselves within ourselves and our own concerns and obsessions. Reading helps us grow beyond ourselves and connect with others, enlarge our world, and increase our capacities to interact. It may well be that the woeful lack of civility in our public and political discourse today is that we don’t read enough to get beyond ourselves and our narrow circles.

So: readers of the world, unite and agree to disagree as we listen to one another and to others and thus enlarge ourselves.

Here’s congratulations to and a vote of confidence in our new Indiana Poet Laureate!

Comment on Robert Egger at the Ann Katz Festival of Books by Vi nam

Vi nam — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 03:29:02 +0000

The idea of “community” directly ties into the missions of both the JCC and Second Helpings. The JCC, which put down its roots over 50 years ago in a north side community, serves as an important destination. For everyone from the youngest members who are nurtured and cared for, to our adults who receive “nourishment” through wellness and fitness programs, Arts and Education offerings for both body and mind, to our Golden Agers, who are nourished intellectually and socially, the JCC is many things to a diverse membership. Second Helpings nourishes the community by providing 2000 deliciously and nutritiously prepared meals daily, which translates to 20,000 meals weekly to 70 organizations throughout the Indianapolis and surrounding area serving hungry children, families, adults and seniors.

Comment on Responses collected: Why Indianapolis Needs Indiana by Alice Swift

Alice Swift — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 03:46:54 +0000

Aaron, FYI, I am the daughter of a farmer. My parents worked tirelessly all their lives to make a meager living off the land. My parents, who have passed, lovingly left my siblings and me their land. I am the proud owner of rural land and am probably more of an environmentalist than most people ever hope to be. My husband and I are avid gardeners and have created a yard that is certified in the National Wildlife Federation’s Backyard Wildlife Habitat. One other piece of info you evidently are not aware of, this new “green energy” called “wind power” is not going to lower our electric bills either! Another thing for you to consider…would you like to have those monstrosities in your backyard???

Comment on Andy Dietrick: Reflect, listen well, and read everything by Margaret Davidson

Margaret Davidson — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 20:28:30 +0000

Andy,
Great, wonderful thoughts and insight into HUMANities. I’ll keep these words top of mind.

Comment on Andy Dietrick: Reflect, listen well, and read everything by Jeannie Keating

Jeannie Keating — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 20:02:16 +0000

Especially appreciated taking a deep breath before hitting the send button!

Comment on Tips for Book Clubs by Nancy Conner

Nancy Conner — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:36:17 +0000

Thanks for your suggestions, Christie & Lynell! Good advice.

Comment on Tips for Book Clubs by Lynell Wolff

Lynell Wolff — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 19:27:41 +0000

Drawing out the quiet book club participant is often the hardest thing to do but it is so important to give each person a chance to describe his or her reading experience. Each person’s opinion has value regardless of whether they liked the book or not.