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What did you enjoy most about Woo'er With Words?

"Chance to read aloud for the first time in a public friendly atmosphere."

"Camaraderie of interest in expression of thoughts through poetic writing."

"Excellent mix of topics genres and writers."

"The blend of the fund, the frivolous, the serious and the sublime."

"The familiarity, coziness and humility."  

"Very enjoyable experience of word power"

"Such a friendly, relaxed group. Makes reading feel much less nervewracking."

"Meeting and catching up with old friends from other writing groups."

"Friendly casual atmosphere."

"Everything! I love poems."

"Good mixture of readers/genres. Relaxed atmosphere and flows very well."

"Great variety of different writers and types of writing."

"Real mix of themes and styles which is very refreshing."

"The wonderful range of poems and stories."

"The mix of poetry and prose and the variety of styles."

"The company, mainly the variety of writing, it's great."

"Many good speakers, very entertaining."

"The fact that it exists. It gives amateur writers an opportunity to address an audience."

"Good speakers."

"Listening to different varieties of poetry, like the opportunity to pen a few words during the break.

Paul Cowan - Hilarious - Gary McKenzie - Great!"

"Good way to spend a Saturday afternoon."

"I enjoyed the friendly atmosphere and the inspiring readings."

"Good meeting like minded people."

Woo'er With Words could be even better if?

"Bit less hot upstairs"

"My first visit but so far can't suggest any improvements."

"Give everyone an exercise to write a poem about and to read at the next meeting."

"A theme would be good."

"The idea of having a theme sounds quite interesting."

"Record on cd to increase entertainment."

"It's doing very well as it is."

"More debut speakers."

"Coffee and Tea was ordered and served upstairs."

"Better advertising posters/flyers."

Would you enjoy listening to readers share a poem from their favourite writers?

"Yes"

"Yes!"

"Prefer it to be original work."

"I prefer listening to people's personal poems."

"Yes, or extracts from their favourite novels/short stories would be fine."

"Not quite as interesting as people reading their own words."

"Sounds good."

"Yes - but as long as it didn't take away from the original work."

"Occasionally but prefer to hear original works of the reader."

Praise for Black Out

Reviews:

"The earth hour event at trinity church was a feast for the senses and all for a greater cause. I loved reading and was taken on a journey by the rest of the readers. It's amazing how someones story can cast visions in another's mind. I felt a passion in everyone who read and look forward to hearing more, great creative outlet . I hope the world took action and cut the power " 
Paul Cowan

"[Untitled] is living proof that the arts is thriving in Falkirk. Black Out was a celebration of Falkirk's rich literary scene and a chance to reflect on the wider impact each of us has on the planet. No longer do you have to travel to enjoy evenings like this - groups like [Untitled] are bringing the show to you, right in your town, on your doorstep." 
Samuel Best

"The Black Out event was a fantastic display of passion for writers and writing. There was a wonderfully supportive audience who were waiting to be impressed, and the whole thing was put together perfectly. A intimate, atmospheric event - a performer's dream." 
Karyn Dougan

"The lights were off, but everyone was at home listening to poetry and prose by candlelight,  Black Out was a well organised and well attended evening of spoken word, uniting the people of Falkirk with environmentally friendly tales and anecdotes, Cava and biscuits."
Dickson Telfer

To celebrate this year's Earth Hour [Untitled] put on one of the most unique writing events I have been to. The location was Falkirk Trinity Church that was bathed in candle light for a selection of Falkirk's writers , read stories and poems on the theme of Earth Hour. The set up takes you back to the childhood dreams of tales around the camp fire with faces lit from below by a torch.

On top of the reading, Black Out had a great book shop with books from all the readers allowing the audience to take their favourite performers home with them.

If Black Out happens again next year make sure you go. You'd hate to miss out."

Stephen Shirres

Wooer With Words in the press

Literary day 'write' up Wooer Street

Words by James Trimble

Photograph by Lisa McPhillips

Vibrant verses and stirring stanzas will mingle with the refreshing scent of brewing coffee in Falkirk this weekend. 

Taking place from 2pm to 5pm on Saturday, the first ever [Untitled]: Wooer With Words, event will see the area's legions of unpublished writers, poets, playwrights and scriptwriters giving people a taste of their work for free at the popular Coffee on Wooer cafe in Wooer Street.

The brainchild of Craig Allan (27), a publisher and sculptor from Stenhousemuir, the informal literary meetings will take place on the first Saturday of the month.

Craig said: "It's going to be an afternoon of poetry and prose, but very informal. It will be more like an open mic night, but instead of someone turning up with a guitar and a song, a writer or poet will read their own work."

Craig hopes the monthly event would be a way to further promote the work of local writers, complementing the mission of his self published arts magazine [Untitled].

When I came back from art school in Cumbria I realised there wasn't anyone promoting local artists and writers so I began my publication and Wooer With Words grew from that. Craig found a kindred spirit in the owner of Coffee on Wooer. "He wants it to be a place where artists can come show or talk about their work. We're also planning to hold visual art exhibitions here in the future."

Wooer With Words will take place in the upstairs room of the cafe, a location which he believes is conducive to creativity and a perfect venue for the kind of event Craig has in mind. 
"People can come and read their own stories and poems or even from their film or stage scripts. We're taking a flexible approach to the readings. It's a great opportunity for someone to showcase their writing skills in front of like minded people."


The next Wooer With Words is due to take place on the 12th of April. All welcome.

Photos from Black Out

Comments about Black Out

"The Black Out event was a fantastic display of passion for writers and writing. There was a wonderfully supportive audience who were waiting to be impressed, and the whole thing was put together perfectly. A intimate, atmospheric event - a performer's dream." Karyn Dougan 

"A really friendly event, so great to see people come together and listen to words and thoughts." Anonymous

"What a fantastic night, beautiful words and with fizz, sweeties and a bookshop too - heaven! Well done." Anonymous

"Very atmospheric in the candle light and excellent writing." Anonymous

"The cutest reading event I have ever been to." Anonymous

Tryst Festival 2014

Tryst Festival

2014

10-25th May 

Various locations throughout Falkirk

www.trystfestival.org.uk

For more than fifty years Falkirk and District Arts and Civic Council (FDACC) has continued to promote and campaign for the arts across the Falkirk District. 

The Tryst Festival is an annual festival that features the best of the arts in and around Falkirk and proudly showcases all art forms of the visual, performing and written arts. This year's festival includes drama, fine art, music, theatre, magic, writing and seminars. Involving community, local and professional groups from across Falkirk District and Scotland it offers a wide range of events suitable for everyone. 

Groups participating in this year's event are;

Forth Bridges Accordion Band

Larbert Amateur Operatic Society

Falkirk Festival Chorus

Falkirk Floral Art Club

Sweet Harmony Barbershop Chorus

Falkirk Writers' Circle

Falkirk Folk Club

Project Theatre

Bowhouse Drama Group

Ballochleam Highland Dancers

Falkirk and District Art Club

Sunny Stars Drama

Forth Valley Magic Circle

Falkirk Tryst Orchestra

To find out what events are happening where and when by visiting the What's On section of the [Untitled] website, here.

For more information about the Falkirk and District Arts and Civic Council and the work that they do, their website can found here.