Readings, signings, and other events vaguely literary for Thursday, August 20, 2009

this is where i leave you

11:00 AM – Phyllis Yasutake: Storytelling
Northwest African American Museum
“This summer at the Northwest African American Museum, gifted griots—storytellers—will enchant young and old with tales recounted following oral traditions. Children of all ages are invited to experience the art of storytelling and the power of stories…” (NAAM)
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6:00 PM – Miz Floes & the Carmel Latte Duo: Smokin’ Spoken Wurd
Northwest African American Museum
Open mic night! Howl your heart out, you angelheaded hipsters burning for the ancient heavenly connection to the starry dynamo in the machinery of night… Accompaniment provided by bass and percussion for that jazz vibe.
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7:00 PM – John Pappas: When Wolf Comes
Secret Garden Bookshop
Secret Garden hosts the launch party for the local author. “Set in the Northwest, this historical adventure explores the native culture of coastal tribes in 1801.”
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7:00 PM – Jonathan Tropper: This is Where I Leave You
UW Bookstore
U District
“Judd Foxman’s marriage has ended at a bad time. His father has died and he will spend a week sitting shivah with his dysfunctional family. His sister is in a loveless marriage, his older brother and sister-in-law are struggling with infertility, and his younger brother is a lothario incapable of a lasting, adult relationship. And the family matriarch? She’s a noted child-rearing expert with four screwed up kids.” –UW Bookstore
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