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Photo/still taken from the film ‘Lips’, courtesy of Mellow 9 Productions
Tonight, my Poetry Film ‘LIPS’ will be one of several films being shown at the Word 9 Showcase at Jawdance. It promises to be a fantastic night of lovely poetry and engaging film.
All films have been made by the highly talented film company Mellow 9 Productions.
Time:
8:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Location:
RICH MIX CINEMA AND ARTS CENTRE, 35 – 47 BETHNAL GREEN ROAD, SHOREDITCH / BETHNAL GREEN
Hope to see you there!
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Main Photos of Patricia Foster McKenley by C Powell
Photo by Giorgis Media
“National Poetry Day is a great opportunity for appreciators – from the classical and traditional word, the melancholic and lyrical word, to the contemporary, rapped and spoken word – to celebrate and indulge in a magnificent and efficacious art form.”
National Poetry Day Quote – by Patricia Foster
What does poetry mean to you? National Poetry Day is a very important day in the UK poetry and literature calendar. Celebrated on the first Thursday in October, poets, poetry organisations, schools, community groups, poetry supporters and poetry lovers alike acknowledge the art form. A day in recognition of poetry’s prominence, as well as its relevance in our ever changing society.
The theme for National Poetry Day 2013 is ‘Water’, inspired by Coleridge’s famous poetry line “Water, water everywhere”.
USEFUL LINKS AND RESOURCES
Education Scotland – National Poetry Day
The Forward Arts Foundation – National Poetry Day
The Poetry Society – National Poetry Day: ‘Water, water everywhere’
UK Book Launch of ‘Irki’:
Celebrate National Poetry Day with Kadija Sesay and Friends
@ The Barbican Library
With MC Dorothea Smartt,
Malika Booker,
Patricia Foster
& Sai Murray
I am really delighted to share that I will be a special guest poet at the UK launch of debut collection ‘Irki’, from award winning writer, editor and activist Kadija Sesay. I will be sharing the stage with highly esteemed writers Malika Booker, Sai Murray, as well as Kadija Sesay herself and host/MC for the evening Dorothea Smartt.
All of this for free! It promises to be a fantastic night.
To book tickets, please follow the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/events/349033661893697/
Alternatively, please book using
020 7638 0569
or: kadijageorge@gmail.com
The UK Launch of Irki
KadijUa Sesay and Friends takes place on
2nd October 2013
7pm
at The Barbican Library
Barbican Centre
Silk St,
London EC2Y 8DS
I look forward to seeing you there.
Photo of Patricia Foster by Giorgis Media
Black History Month – A Welcome Celebration
Performance at the Southwark Libraries Black History Month Poetry Slam, 8th October 2011
In schools, libraries, youth centres and community groups across The UK, Black History Month provides an insight into African Caribbean communities, traditions and their cultural flavours.
In The UK, the month of October is a highly anticipated time for celebration, acknowledgement and education. The recognition of African Caribbean people who have contributed to British History and British present. Facts from over the centuries, that go way back, beyond June 22nd 1948, when Empire Windrush set sail from Jamaica to Tilbury with her Caribbean citizens from the former British Empire.
I look forward to taking part in a few events during Black History Month. It has always been a pleasure to do so over the years. I am still taking bookings for:
Have a great October!
Photo by Carri Charles
“Man is the only creature that refuses to be what he is.” ~ Albert Camus
“You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking.” ~ Marianne Williamson
What Is Your Life Purpose?
How many of us have moved through life, not realising we have a unique gift or talent? How often does fear play a part in preventing us from unleashing our gifts and talents to the world? How many of us are actually utilising this gift to make a difference to another person’s life?
What would you say is your God given, divine purpose in life? What do you feel destined or driven to do? Those of us who have identified a gift, sometimes shy away from the reality of how big an impact they can make on the world and the possibility of shouldering the responsibility of using this gift to make a difference. Some of us may need help or guidance identifying what this special gift is.
Making a difference doesn’t have to mean standing at a pulpit like Martin Luther King, or being an iconic national leader, such as Nelson Mandela. Making a difference can simply mean inspiring just ONE person to positively change their lives, or empowering and inspiring young people through teaching or mentoring.
How will you…yes, YOU… choose to unleash your unique, God given gift the World is waiting to receive?
© Patricia Foster
Patricia Foster is an Award-Winning, Internationally Published Poet, a qualified Holistic Life Coach, Performer, Visual and Multimedia Artist (BA Hons), Certified Tutor/Trainer & Facilitator, Dynamic Educator and Creative Consultant. She is also a Certified Reiki Healer, Vegan and lover of Raw Food.
For further info, email prfoster@hotmail.com
or visit http://about.me/patriciafoster
“I never teach my pupils; I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn.”
~ Albert Einstein
Photo: Giorgis Media
Photo: Celile Stille
Teaching, Training and Coaching – the connection from my soul to the Universe. My gift to all. I love what I do and enjoy doing what I love! This quote by Albert Einstein probably explains why I love to create the best learning environment for my learners, of all ages and abilities!
My approach to education is unique, empathic, holistic, creative and empowering. My aim is to empower individuals of all ages and sections of the community, to be the best person they can be. To guide them to uncover their own inner tools and gifts to succeed in life. To help improve their lives and wellbeing through poetry, writing, creativity, multi media, coaching, consultancy and holistic health & nutrition advice.
I am available for poetry workshops, as well as creative, multi media, personal development and wellbeing workshops, in any establishment – the more unusual, the better! I can also provide consultancy or guide you through the steps to set up your community multi media project.
If you require an internationally recognised professional poet for:
contact me and I’ll guarantee a stimulating, positive and engaging session.
Check out the rest of my site to find out what other training and education services I can provide.
At the Croydon Radio studios
On Monday 12th August 2013, I was interviewed by the lovely radio presenter and Life Coach Sonia Thomas for her show ‘Down To Business’, Croydon Radio. I talked candidly to Sonia about my poetry, writing, publications, workshops, education projects,
training work, new poetry film release ‘Lips’ and other up coming projects in the community and abroad.
To listen to the podcast of the show, click on the link below!
Photo: Giorgis Media
Photo ©️Mellow 9 Productions
Photo ©️Mellow 9 Productions
This film also couldn’t have been brought to life in such a magnificent way, without the superb young female actors – who were so serendipitously cast – provided by The Girls Friendly Society of England and Wales (GFS Platform Islington Project). https://girlsfriendlysociety.org.uk/group-finder/islington/ Located in the London borough of Islington, this wonderful project delivers a wide range of exciting activities, workshops and events for young women aged 11 to 19, to widen their horizons, encourage debates and boost confidence and aspirations. Learn more about The Girls Friendly Society of England and Wales (GFS) and the wonderful they do nationwide, by visiting https://girlsfriendlysociety.org.uk
It was an absolute pleasure to work with such a brilliant cast and crew.
I currently use my film ‘Lips’ within self esteem, personal development and anti-bullying Workshops and so far have used in Workshops in Jamaica, The Netherlands and universities, youth centres and community organisations in the UK.
Click on the link below to view the film
Lips © Text Copyright Patricia Foster McKenley 2002
To book a Workshop, contact Patricia Foster McKenley on info@YouAreYOU.co or call +447956476547
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