CHARLES BUKOWSKI - BIO - LIFE AND WORKS

Charles Bukowski

We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.
Oscar Wilde
Born : August 16, 1920
Place of Birth : Andernach, Germany
Died : March 9, 1994
Place of death : San Pedro, California

Charles Bukowski was born in Germany in 1920 and came with his family to the United States when he was three years old. He grew up in poverty in Los Angeles, drifted extensively, and for much of his life made his home in. Bukowski had been a writer since childhood, published his first story at age twenty four, and began publishing poetry when he was thirty-five.

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ADVICE FOR ASPIRING POETS - WRITERS - YOUNG AND OLD

ADVICE FOR WRITERS - STEPHEN KING - YALE - LECTURE AND WORKSHOPS

One of the masters giving some great advice.

ALBUQUERQUE POETRY MAGAZINE - JOURNAL - THE POET'S PLAZA

Harwood and the International Poetry Institute have joined forces to create a statewide poetry magazine, The Poet’s Plaza. Borrowing the name from the physical space at Harwood, the Poet’s Plaza magazine will offer a place for poetry, critical essays, event listings and discussion about the New Mexico poetry community, and will be available free of charge at select locations around the state. Ongoing submissions of poetry, book reviews, essays on prosody or topics pertinent to the poetry community, poetry event listings, calls for entry, or other relevant subject matter will be accepted for possible inclusion in this quarterly publication. You may include a sase for notification only. Submissions will not be returned. Funding for the NM Poet’s Plaza magazine generously provided by the Witter Bynner Foundation for Poetry and LEF Foundation.

Send all poetry submissions to:
The Harwood
Attn: Poetry
1114 Seventh Street NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102

If you have questions, please contact Susan at 505-242-6367 or susan@harwoodartcenter.org

ALBUQUERQUE - POETRY PUBLISHERS - JOURNALS AND MAGAZINES

Central Avenue Press is a small, independent, award-winning press. We publish fiction, poetry, literary non-fiction, and the Thorough Primer Series for Writers. Our titles are available through Amazon.com, Atlas Distribution, Baker & Taylor, and Quality Books.
To learn more -
2132-A Central Ave. SE #144
Albuquerque, NM 87106
John Oelfke, Publisher
Oelfkej@aol.com


OLD SCHOOL BOOKS
Old School Books was established in 2005 as the publishing entity of the Harwood Art Center. Providing opportunities for local and regional poets to be read, our books are perfect bound, attractive and offer a community minded approach to publishing. Our first title, The Harwood Anthology, is still available through Harwood, or Bookworks bookstore in the Dietz Plaza shopping center. In April 2008, we expect to publish our second book, "Looking Back to Place,"a collection of oral histories and poetry on the theme of place.

http://www.harwoodartcenter.org/ss/old-school-books/
info@harwoodartcenter.org

VORTEX THEATRE - ALBUQUERQUE - WRITERS, SHOWS AND PERFORMANCES

The Vortex is a community-run organization that provides a venue for classic, contemporary and experimental theater. Throughout each year, the Vortex provides opportunities for the local community to produce, take part in and enjoy many diverse and wonderful works for the stage.

Vortex Theater remote site
2004 1/2 Central Ave SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
Tel: 505-247-8600
vortex@hubwest.com

NEW MEXICO ARTS COUNCIL - POETRY GRANTS, SCHEMES AND AWARDS

About New Mexico Arts

New Mexico Arts is the state arts commission and is a division of the Department of Cultural Affairs. Its primary function is to provide financial support for arts services and programs to non-profit organizations statewide and to administer the 1% public art program for the state of New Mexico.

HOW TO REACH US
New Mexico Arts is located at 407 Galisteo St. on the 2nd floor, Suite 270 of the Bataan Memorial Building in Santa Fe, NM. New Mexico Arts can be reached by telephone, fax, mail and e-mail. If calling by phone from Santa Fe or outside the state, please dial 505-827-6490. In-state callers dial 1-800-879-4278. If you wish to send a fax, dial 505-827-6043. To reach us by mail please send all correspondenceto P.O. Box 1450 Santa Fe, New Mexico 87504-1450. To e-mail, please refer to New Mexico Arts staff section of this web site.

ALBUQUERQUE - NATIONAL POETRY INSTITUTE - POETRY GROUPS

The International Poetry Institute is a group collaboration, under the fiscal sponsorship of the Harwood/EDS, which supports the burgeoning poetry community in New Mexico.
info@harwoodartcenter.org

NATIONAL HISPANIC CULTURAL CENTER - ALBUQUERQUE - NEW MEXICO - GRANTS, SCHEMES AND COURSES

The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is dedicated to the study, advancement, and presentation of Hispanic culture, arts, and humanities. Since its grand opening in 2000, the NHCC has staged over 400 programs in the visual, performing, and literary arts. Programs have featured local, national and international artists, scholars and entertainers. The NHCC provides venues for visitors to learn about Hispanic culture throughout the world.

National Hispanic Cultural Center
www.nhccnm.org
1701 4th St SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102, United States
+1 505-246-2261

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ALBUQUERQUE - CORRALES CULTURAL ARTS COUNCIL

PO Box 2723, Corrales, NM 87048
Tel: 877-287-0082
cwright@cybermesa.com
Presents Music in Corrales performance season in the Old San Ysidro Church in Corrales.

ALBUQUERQUE ACTING AND IMPROV SCHOOLS - WORKSHOPS - SHAKESPEARE PROJECT

May have need for writers from time to time.

PO Box 10040, Alameda, NM 87184
Tel: 505-720-8000
amshakes@comcast.net

The American Shakespeare Project was created with the belief that it is the actor who is, and must remain, the center of live theatre. It is the primary purpose of The American Shakespeare Project to educate and train actors and audiences throughout the United States in the importance and practical use of period manuscripts in modern performance. The goals of the organization also include developing and nurturing an ensemble of New Mexico artists who will collaborate in an ongoing, stimulating, and constructive manner to promote and celebrate the artistic achievements of the group.


ALBUQUERQUE IMPROV PERFORMANCE SPACES AND READING ROOMS - NEW MEXICO

The Box is a performance space primarily devoted to young performers and young audiences. While this is our main focus, we also open our doors to other artists.
1025 Lomas Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM
Tel: 505-804-5685
Email info@theboxabq.com

ALBUQUERQUE POETRY VENUES, RECITAL SPACES AND THEATRES

ALBUQUERQUE ADOBE THEATRE SPACE - MUSICALS AND PERFORMANCES

Adobe Theatre remote site
9813 4th Street NW
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Tel: 505-898-9222
Info@adobetheater.com
Plays and musicals presented year-round in a charming, intimate theater. New shows every month. Click for the Adobe Theatre's performance calendar Calendar

ALBUQUERQUE PERFORMING ARTS GROUPS - THEATRE AND DANCE

PO Box 25892, Albuquerque, NM 87125
AirDance ArtSpace: 3030 Isleta Blvd SW
Tel: 505-877-5001
airdance@aquilaarts.com
AirDance New Mexico is a company of talented artists who collaborate with each other to create exciting and innovative performances.

ALBUQUERQUE LITTLE COMMUNITY THEATRE - SHOWS AND PERFORMANCES
Albuquerque Little Theatre remote site

224 San Pasquale SW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Tel: 505-242-4750, 505-242-1435
Fax: 505-843-9489
alt@swcp.com

In its 71st year on Historic Route 66, ALT provides Albuquerque residents and visitors with exceptional entertainment in the tradition of true community theater. Performances at 224 San Pasquale SW, south of Old Town on Historic Route 66, Albuquerque. ALT offers plenty of free parking, special group discounts and discounts for seniors (62 years plus) and students (with valid ID).


ALBUQUERQUE MUSIC SCENE -BOSQUE HOUSE CONCERTS
Tel: 505-842-5073
AMP - neal@abqmusic.com Bosque House Concerts - abqmusic@att.net

AMP's goal is to complement the music available around town, providing additional chances to experience world, folk, acoustic and Americana music in comfortable listening rooms. AMP shows consist of quality music in a no-smoking environment, good sound, and concerts that start (and end) at a reasonable time. Bosque House Concerts are held in a private home.

ALBUQUERQUE MUSIC ASSOCIATION - OPEN MICS AND VENUES

For all those who mic poetry with music, this might be an option. The purpose of the ABQ Music Association is to serve the music community. Their goal is to make Albuquerque a music destination city, rather than departure city. The website features news, resources, services, a musician’s referral service, an email sign-up and more. ABQ Music Association services offered include one-on-one consulting; CD critiquing; press kit critiquing; festival and event services; music supervision, and PA rental. Free monthly musician's workshops are held the first Monday of every month at Audio Excellence, located at 2605 Princeton.
Tel: 505-363-9629
Email abqmusicassociation@yahoo.com

POETRY SLAMS - RECITALS - PUBLISHERS IN ALBUQUERQUE - NEW MEXICO

POETY SLAMS

Blackbird Buvette
509 Central Avenue NW
505-243-0878
Open Daily - Mon through Fri: 11am - 2am; Sat & Sun: 12pm - 12am
ABQSlams Show: Poetry and Beer
Dates: First Wednesday of Each Month
Time: 7:00pm sign up; 8:00pm Showtime!
Hosts: Jessica Lopez and Eric Bodwell


RB Winnings
111 Harvard Avenue SE
505-266-0000
Open Daily - Mon through Fri: 7am - 6pm; Sat: 8am - 6pm; Sun: 8am - 5pm (Hours may vary during UNM student vacations)
ABQSlams Show: MAS Poetry
Dates: Third Wednesday of Each Month
Time: 7:00pm sign up; 7:30pm Showtime!
Host: Kenn Rodriguez


THE WORD STREAM READING SERIES
The Word Stream Poetry Series, a mostly quarterly reading series that brings fantastic New Mexico poets to Harwood for free reading events.
http://www.harwoodartcenter.org/ss/wordstream-reading-series/
info@harwoodartcenter.org


The International Poetry Institute is a group collaboration, under the fiscal sponsorship of the Harwood/EDS, which supports the burgeoning poetry community in New Mexico.
info@harwoodartcenter.org

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