Cambridge Writers Workshop visits Byesville Rotary

Pictured: Joe Waske, Pres. Elect, Cambridge Writers Workshop members--Samuel Besket, Beverly Justice, Jerry Wolfrom, Rich Dair.

Reading for Dec. 15:

• Dec. Rotarian, "Test Results," p. 6 and "Maasai Warrior," p. 13.
  

Business and announcements:

• Next meeting is the annual Christmas party and breakfast catered by Village Market.
• Bring toys to be donated to Angel Tree.
• Fri., Dec 11, at 5:00 pm "Breakfast with Santa" committee members will meet at Stop Nine to decorate for the breakfast.
• "Breakfast with Santa" is Sat., Dec 12 at Stop Nine from 8:00-11:00 am. Bring grandchildren for a photo with Santa and come hungry.
• Bell ringing continues--don't forget to show up for your shift.

Cambridge Writers Workshop (CWW) showcased members’ writing skills by asking Rotary Club members to read several humorous radio scripts written by CWW members. Rotary members discovered some of their members were decent performers, and they got to start the day by sharing laughter.
Jerry Wolfrom explained that the Cambridge Writers Workshop (CWW) was established by people who like to write. Members meet every Thursday at 12N at the Crossroads Branch Library. Anyone interested in the craft of writing is welcome at the workshop meeting or can contact Jerry Wolfrom, 439-5370, spectator2@firewireinternet.com.
Members bring a 500 word essay on an assigned topic to each meeting. During the noon meeting, they read and provide constructive criticism to each other on how to improve their writing. Assignments are varied and can be anything from writing about what a person sees outside his/her kitchen window to writing his/her obituary.
Mr. Wolfrom stated that the club is 2 years old. Roughly 100 people have been members at one time. Currently the workshop had 20 active members. Their interests in writing vary widely. Some members like to write short stories; others prefer history, life experiences, or fantasy.
Club members feel that good writing depends on being able to draw on varied life experiences and spending time and effort writing. Everyone can learn how to write effectively.
CWW has published two books of essays and short stories. Both titles—The Day We Learned to Write and Other Acts of Madness (2008) and Wills Creek Chronicles (2009) are available for borrowing at the Crossroads Branch Library. Copies can be purchased from Workshop members.
Byesville Rotary members were reminded that the next meeting is their annual Christmas party. Members are to bring toys to be donated to Angel Tree.