The Community Event Calendar for 01/06 - Your Daily Gather Digest!
January 06, 2008 11:57 AM EST
(Updated: January 06, 2008 02:36 PM EST)
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 |  Coverage from Gather's Presidential Debate-Watching Party! - Last night Gather hosted a Debate-Watching Party in Manchester, New Hampshire, the scene of the final Democratic and Republican debates AND right here on Gather at election08.gather.com!! There was a standing-room only crowd on hand as Pam Johnston, Tom Gerace and Gather's "People's Press Corps" bloggers published their perspectives LIVE throughout the debates.
   
 The mother of beloved Gather member Bhawana BUSY BUZZY B. recently and unexpectedly passed away. Please join other members in sending your prayers and thoughts her way...
Update on Bhawana ~ For all her friends out here » Elegy for Bhawana's Mom » Maataa ,mother~ for Bhawana with love » A Sympathy Card to Bhawana from Gather friends » Dear Bhawana » 
 Gather member and author Patry Francis was recently diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer. Her prognosis is good, but it is likely that a long road lies ahead for her and her family. You may read of her ordeal here, as well as send her your wishes for a speedy recovery.
 Gather Baby Shower for Michelle K!! - Gather member Michelle C. is holding a virtual baby shower for fellow Gather member Michelle K.. All of her earnings through Tuesday 1/8 will go towards buying something for Michelle K off of her baby registry - and the left over will either be paid directly to her through paypal, or in the form of diapers and wipes. Michelle would love your help in this altruistic effort!
 Who are Your Sisters? Share Your Stories and Get a Free Book! - Kate Jacob's Friday Night Knitting Club illustrates a circle of "sisters" who bond together over ordinary life experiences, and demonstrates the true importance of a sisterly bond. Share your stories about your "sisters" through a comment - who they are, how they're there for you, or how you care for them. Gather will randomly choose 10 lucky members to receive a free copy of the book!
 
 Do you belong to a book club? - Invite author Kate Jacobs! - If she can fit it into her schedule, Kate will chat with your club about the characters and the plot and answer all sorts of questions about her book Friday Night Knitting Club. She has called in to several book clubs, and the consistent theme is laughter. Per Kate: "We meet as author and readers...but we hang up as friends."
 Win a free book on history for your little "dudes" - Meet the dudes who made history happen. Each book takes the reader on a journey through a key event, theme, or period in world history, with explanatory reference spreads, comic strips, and interviews with historical dudes along the way. Win a copy of each for your child!
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|  |  Tales from Tel Aviv - Former Gather President, Carl Rosendorf will be living in Isreal for the next two months ...sharing his daily experiences with the Gather community. Read the fascinating first-hand accounts of his experiences in this historic and symbolic land.
 Win Free Books in the Great American Book Giveaway - Through Friday, January 11, win free books from the Great American Book Giver on Gather. No strings. Just Free Books.
 Transcript of LIVE CHAT with Michelle Schoffro Cook, author of "The Ultimate pH Solution" (from yesterday 01/04) - Cook is author of The Ultimate pH Solution. This book teaches you how to control the level of acid in your body and reclaim your health in a simple, step-by-step program. ...Kick YOUR 'Acid Habit'!
 The winner in the $25,000 Code Orange "Coping with College" Scholarship Contest has been announced - Member Jamie C. was announced recently as the winner. However, the results are now under further review, and the announcement article from Code Orange is currently unavailable.
Read Jamie's Entry »
 Contest Tree is Done! - Member Vickie F. has finished the sculpted prize in her copper-wire tree sculpture contest. -- The finished piece is a work of art, using over 3 lbs of solid copper and taking over 70 hours to complete!
Meet the Author of "Friday Night Knitting Club!" - Kate Jacobs knows two things very well: knitting and friendship. In her book, she explores the trials of friendship over a weekly knitting club and speaks to every woman who's ever had a friend that she couldn't live without. Kate is currently touring and meeting with other women all across the country. Click the link below for a list of tour dates and locations.
 Create Debate Makes its Mainstream Media Debut - Gather is inviting each candidate to participate in an ongoing conversation with America. You will ask the questions, and Gather will give each candidate an unlimited amount of time and space to respond. Several candidates have already answered the call...click the link below to see the questions posed by your fellow Gather members, and the responses directly from the candidates!
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 |  Tom Hunter (member since: Jan 12, 2007) - I decided I wanted to devote my life to writing in 1983. From that point, I began a systematic study of fiction. This journey began with Hemingway who led me to other authors such as Ivan Turgenev, Leo Tolstoy, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Thomas Wolfe, Stendhal, Charles Dickens, Homer and others too numerous to enumerate. I completed my first novel manuscript in 1985 and have completed six more since then, all unpublished. In preparation for a move to Russia in 1997, I studied Russian and became fluent. I moved to St. Petersburg Russia for the purpose of gaining material for a novel. Since my return, I have completed two novel-length manuscripts. The most recent of those--"The Butcher of Leningrad" has been rejected by five agents. I am considering throwing it away and starting over from scratch. I am a writer--for better or worse. If I complete this life without having ever published a book, I will die unfulfilled. view profile | ping me   Trista W. (member since: May 29, 2007) - I am married and a stay at home mother of 2 rough and wild boys. I spend my days mainly on the computer listening to music almost constantly. I'd rather listen to my music than watch TV. I am a person very interested in history, I think this might be why I am so drawn to Paranormal Investagating. I also would to find out why they stay behind and possibly try to help them in any way I can. I look foward to each investagation hopeing to learn something new each time. view profile | ping me  Randall C. (member since: Dec 18, 2007) - 6 feet 1 inch tall. Around 200 lbs, give or take. I like music,(rockin to the oldies) science fiction movies. I'm not an avid book reader, but have an extensive collection of The Destroyer series. I have been in the military(Navy), and perhaps missed my chance to get married, while overseas. So, I am still without someone to look after me. I have no scars, tatoo's, or other distinguishing marks, other than my hairline, has been receding since I was 22. view profile | ping me  Miranda Mayer (member since: Jul 19, 2007) - I have written Fantasy stories since childhood; eager to share the fantastical tales that have been percolating in my brains for three decades. My experiences, having lived in various parts of hte world and absorbed many cultures, are infused into the strange windings of my imagination, and ultimately into the worlds I build. I was schooled overseas and stuied languages. I have numerous 'nerdly' pursuits, incuding a violent obsession with all things Regency, a love for good Science Fiction and Fantasy, and a love of creative activities like sewing and graphic design. Jean Auel, S.M. Stirling and Jane Austen (of course) are among my favourite authors. I live near Mount Hood in Oregon, in a cabin with two unruly dogs, an even more unruly husband and a fat, demanding orange cat. view profile | ping me |  |
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Parents who have children or think they have children that have or may have ADD (attention deficit disorder) or ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).
Talk about the symptoms and signs. Help and suggestions to parents. I as a parent of 3 young children never wanted to face the possibility of any of them having ADD or ADHD. ADD is attention deficit disorder that affects the way a child can focus on his/her learning and attention at home and school. Your child may be ADD if they have these syptoms and you haven't really noticed any hyperactivity. However, ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is also growing more and more common. You can never know too much and someone else may have the key to better understanding it and helping to manage it . Perhaps, you just need advice...this is the place to find out.
(talkaboutit.gather.com) Owner: Rebecca P. 
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 |  Elizabeth E. (North Carver, MA) - I am a child of the light, seeking truth beyond the horizon. I came of age during the late 60's and through my wanderings and explorations I discovered great truths about how I wanted to live my life. At the break of day, despite the wrinkles and liver spots on my face, I am still willing to risk curiosity, wonder, and spontaneous delight in the splendors of the earth and my fellow earth travelers. Communion with fellow travelers have revealed that deep within this body, there is something valuable, worth listening to, and worthy of their trust. On Gather, I'm Looking For: thoughtful writings; topics that stretch my imagination; good conversations about ideas, new expressions in art and writings. view profile | ping me  Ric H. (Williamstown, NJ) - Favorite Music, Artists, Genres: Jazz, Blues, Lounge, Standards, Classical, & Rock n Roll. Favorite TV Shows, Actors: Boston Legal, Two & Half Men, Deadwood, Seinfield Interests and Activities: Music, Photography, Cooking, and Gardening view profile | ping me  William Duda (Centreville, VA) - Favorite Music, Artists, Genres: I like pretty much everything. Favorite Books, Writers, Genres: DaVincvi Code and pretty muc every true crime novel about organized crime., Nicholas Pileggi, Joe Pistone, Dan Brown, Niccolo Machiavelli Favorite Movies, Stars, Genres: GoodFellas, Donnie Brasco, There's Something About Mary, The Wedding Crashers, Meet the Parents, The Spongebob Squarepants Movie, Hero Favorite TV Shows, Actors: The Sopranos, Invasion, Seinfeld, Myth Busters, Iron Chef Interests and Activities: Poetry, Kung Fu, Exercise, Running Short Distances (5K, 10K), Taoism, Culinary Arts, Family and Friends, Watching Football, Writing, Reading, Cooking view profile | ping me | |
 | Jason L. (Quebec, CA) - Favorite Music, Artists, Genres: Female Jazz Vocals. My favorite? Three Blind Mice label, Japanese jazz single Ayako H. (don't remember the spelling of her family name) Favorite Books, Writers, Genres: "Shang Dao" a Korean language bestselling book translated to Chinese story abt a legendary Korean businessman in pre-separation Korea known for his vast wealth and integrity. He gave away all his wealth. Recreated from memoirs found in North Korea. Rich in wisdom and Zen lessons. The title mean "The Way of Business"., Me! I've authored two children's books about China, a book about Kung Fu and Zen for kids, and A Musical Journey, an award-winning about China's land and people for kids. Favorite Movies, Stars, Genres: Shawshank Redemption Interests and Activities: I love the City of Shanghai, China. view profile | ping me Ginny D. (Philadelphia, PA) - No Profile Information Available. view profile | ping me Liz Y. - No Profile Information Available. view profile | ping me | |
 |  Tom Brokaw is a popular American television journalist, previously working on regularly scheduled news documentaries for the NBC television network, and is the former NBC News anchorman and managing editor of the program NBC Nightly News with Tom Brokaw. In the later part of Tom Brokaw's tenure, NBC Nightly News became the most watched cable or broadcast news program in the United States. Brokaw also hosted, wrote, and moderated special programs on a wide range of topics. Throughout his career, he has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors.
Read Part 1 of the Introduction to his new book:
BOOM! Voices of the Sixties (Personal Reflections on the '60s and Today) »
 Bon Jovi - Jon Bon Jovi is an American singer, musician, and actor. As lead singer of the hard rock band Bon Jovi, he has sold over 100 million albums worldwide. He is also the owner of Arena Football League team, the Philadelphia Soul!
 Hilary Rodham Clinton is the junior United States Senator from New York, and a leading candidate for the Democratic nomination in the 2008 presidential election. She is married to Bill Clinton—the 42nd President of the United States—and was the First Lady of the United States from 1993 to 2001.
Plus, do you know these other celebrity members?
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Thanks for getting the Daily Digest
to everyone.
Are you sure that the results are under review? Is that something you've heard from Gather? I see that the article has disappeared, but I'm not sure how that means the results are under review.
Thanks for any clarification you might be able to provide.
I heard (from Gather) that they are ensuring all the t's and i's are crossed and dotted in regard to the entries. They have decided to perform a little extra due diligence in this matter, but I have no idea why. Once the winner is finally (re) announced, I'll update the calendar with the result.
Some of us have heard from the winner Jamie C., that she has not been informed of any of these developments, and has only learned of this situration from your article. That seems very strange to me, and highly irregular on the part of Gather. It is to be hoped for the sake of future contests, that such behavior is an aberration, and that an apology and explanation will be forthcoming directly to Jamie C.
Thanks for the putting me on the front cover!! I am truly honored.
Bryan