The Community Event Calendar for 01/10 - Your Daily Gather Digest!
January 10, 2008 08:52 AM EST
(Updated: January 10, 2008 02:05 PM EST)
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 |  Announcing the 5 Finalists in the truTV Search for the Next Great Crime Writer Contest - The results are in and congratulations to the 5 finalists! It would be a crime to miss the lively discussion surrounding the results...
 
 The winner in the $25,000 Code Orange "Coping with College" Scholarship Contest has been announced - Member Jamie C. was confirmed yesterday (01/09) as the winner of the $25,000 scholarship for her child! -- Click the link below to see the members receiving Honorable Mentions in the competition.
Read Jamie's Entry »
 Win a Free Book and Help the "Mistress" Solve her Mystery! - Ariana Franklin, author of Mistress of the Art of Death, has written a great mystery about a women's struggle to move beyond her gender's limitations and help the greater good. Want to review this book and win a free copy? Gather will randomly select 10 lucky members to receive a free copy and to post a review to the Sisterhood Group!
 
 YOU Interview Best-Selling Crime Fiction Writer Jonathan Kellerman! - Mr. Kellerman's books have become New York Times bestsellers, and he is the recipient of the prestigious Edgar Allan Poe Award. Member Judi Fennell hosts the interview using YOUR questions!
Then, on Monday, January 21st at 10 p.m. ET, Mr. Kellerman will reveal his favorite true crime story on Tru TV's series "Murder By The Book." Find out how forensic study and good old-fashioned detective work helped solve this shocking case!
You can also read Gather member Elsie Duggan's interview with Mr. Kellerman's wife, best selling crime fiction writer Faye Kellerman here.
 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.
 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!
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|  |  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."
 Coverage from Gather's Presidential Debate-Watching Party! - 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.  
 Tales from Tel Aviv - Former Gather President, Carl Rosendorf will be living in Israel 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.
 Amy George Steps Down as a Writing Essentials Member Editor - Amy is unable to continue moderating the Tuesday Writing Essential due to the effort and time required for her thesis and extra duties at work.
Good luck Amy...you did a wonderful job as Member Editor!
 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.
 Interview with Kate Jacobs, Author of "The Friday Night Knitting Club" - It's your turn to become friends with Kate Jacobs, author of The Friday Night Knitting Club!, and to ask her your questions in another Gather exclusive!
Leave your question(s) for Kate, and Gather will pass them all on for her response!
 Transcript of LIVE CHAT with Michelle Schoffro Cook, author of "The Ultimate pH Solution" (from January 9) - 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'!
Read the transcript from Michelle's 01/04 live chat »
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.
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 |  Jessa Tumposky (member since: Dec 19, 2006) - Mother, dancer, poet, healer, student of midwifery and plants. On Gather, I'm Looking For: Bright shining blasts from the past and future, writers and readers, family peoples, good people of all kinds. i'm so happy to be living in a small town surrounded by wilderness and wide open spaces. sometimes i miss the connections, the quick creative serendipities of life in cities i've lived in, and look forward to connecting here. view profile | ping me   Willow H. (member since: Jan 08, 2008) - hmmm lets see...Im a mom of 3, my oldest son is over seas,my other son & daughter are home with me. I married as of last september...Im native American/Lebanese mix...Im an assended reiki master, a spiritual minister,I am a member of the Isis temple of the outer courts,I work with auras,chakras ect....I am an Egyptian Witch not a wiccan(there is a difference) I combine my native American teachings with the craft (not much difference really) I have been in the craft since I was 13,I have been called a light walker and an indigo child. I do the I-chin and runes. I work in the nurseing feild....thats about all I can think of right now but if I think of anything else I'll letcha know :) On Gather, I'm Looking For: Like minded people that are just as weird as i am :) view profile | ping me  Racheal Miller (member since: Jan 09, 2008) - I enjoy being strange and random, I like to see people smile. Im 5'8" with blonde/ light brown(both at the same time!) hair, dark blue eyes. I hate drama(not theater drama, human interaction drama) im sick of it, if my friends need me i am always there, i can get along with just about anyone. even the people i hate... On Gather, I'm Looking For: I have no clue. view profile | ping me  Amanda B. (member since: Jun 25, 2007) - I'm a hard-working mother of 2. I own my own business as a costume designer specialising in historical dress. I also work part-time with the Salvation Army. I'm a very spiritual person, but not religious. I treat my friends like my family. I pick on the people I like and really pick on the people I love. LOL On Gather, I'm Looking For: Like minded individuals to share ideas with. I believe all relationships begin as friendships. Where they go from there is up to the people involved. view profile | ping me |  |
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Drawing Challenge : Art Theme of the Week
Are you an amatuer artist? Do you secretly want to be an artist? Can you draw, paint, use crayons or colored markers and put marks on paper? Can you use a computer program like Microsoft Paint and create a picture? Then this may be a group that will interest you. Each week an "art" theme will be chosen by the group owner and members will be able to draw their own interpretation of that week's challenge theme. This group and the weekly drawing challenge is open to anyone who can draw and any medium is acceptable EXCEPT photography. A "winner" will be chosen each week [by the group owner] and you will receive a sincere and hearty congratulations and will be featured in an article along with your winning picture. Sorry, no actual prizes will be awarded. :-) (drawingchallenge.gather.com) Owner: Teresa W. 
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Yesterday's Question:
Since video was introduced on Gather this past summer, do you know what video has been viewed the most? Answer: THIS video published by Nippy Natz has been viewed over 700 times! Today's Question: Can you name the member that recently received over 1,000 comments on a single article? Check back tomorrow for the answer! | |
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 |  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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Welcome to the Community Event Calendar & Daily Digest!
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I hope that you enjoy the new format, enhanced features and improved focus on YOUR content, groups and activities. Some calendar modules will change daily to reflect current or special events. Plus, new weekly features will appear on specific days...including the return of the 'Spirit of Community' and Gather Group Awards!
Please use the buttons provided to submit your answers for today's "Daily Diversions". Thank You!
Have a suggestion? ...or want to see your event or activity listed here?
Due to my work schedule, I was unable to update the 'Of Special Note' member information and Gatherversaries for this edition. However, this information will be updated prior to 12:00 noon today.
There will also be a second update at 3:00pm today.
Thank You!
In my comment above I mentioned that due to my work schedule, I wasn't able to plug in the new Gatherversary section before publishing this morning. However, you are listed FIRST under 2 year Gatherversaries, which will be added today around 12:00 noon ET.
Sorry for the delay!
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Unfortunately (or fortunately) one of my clients ran into some unexpected accounting/tax problems which I have needed to address for them over the past week. Consequently, my available time for Gather 'stuff' has been very limited. I hope to have the 'Daily Diversions' back very soon...potentially tomorrow morning. Your QOTD article is listed in the new section highlighting fun content like yours across the community.
Thanks for your patience!
The most played video was also good, uplifting so early in the day for me.
Thanks for today's reminder. The Gather jury is still out on that one, I prefer people to leave a personal comment, showing me they actual read or looked at my content.
Happy Gatherversary Everyone!
Happy Gatherversary All.
Happy gatherversary everyone! :)
Hope you have a good day.
Thanks for this edition of the Digest.