My latest blog post for Blackbird Writers is here:
https://blackbirdwriters.com/tim-chapman-says-dont-write-drunk/
Write Drunk, Edit Sober?
Category Archives: FOT (Friends Of Tim)
My Friend Rob
A dear friend, Rob Sokolick, recently passed away. We worked together at the CPD and ISP Crime Labs. I left to pursue careers in teaching and writing. He left to join the circus! Eventually, he organized his own circus troupe, Forms In Motion. He hired me to choreograph stage fights for several of his shows. Here he is rehearsing some of that choreography for his show “Wind Dancers Circus.” RIP Rob. I’ll miss you.
New Name, Same Great Taste
Chang’s Academy in Elmhurst is now Elmhurst Martial Arts. We even have an attractive new logo signifying the concept of wu wei (not doing) which can be thought of as effortless or harmonious action.
Tai chi classes are still Monday and Wednesday mornings at 9 am
681 N. York in Elmhurst (across from Mariano’s & Starbucks)
For directions and pricing contact ElmhurstMartialArts.com
Merry Christmas from the Art Institute of Chicago!
Jazz Fest 2016
Looks like a good lineup this year. Meet me downtown!
The Story of a Story (The Untold Story)
I am not a fan of musical theater. The only time I want someone singing dialog at me is in an opera being sung in a language I don’t understand. That way the human voice becomes another musical instrument, and I don’t have to try to process the cringe-worthy lyrics. However, I saw the very smart and funny The Story Of A Story last night. You want to go to there!
Chicago Mystery Writers Celebrate Short Stories
Local authors Tim Chapman, Libby Fischer Hellmann, Diane Piron-Gelman, and J. Michael Major will read and discuss the short story form. They will also be available to sign their latest books.
Sunday, March 8th at 3:00 pm
Centuries and Sleuths Bookstore
7419 Madison Street, Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 771-7243
www.centuriesandsleuths.com
Flash Fiction From Fine Friend, Jennifer Worrell
More Randi Russo!
Artist/musician Randi Russo’s new work at the Thomas Masters Gallery, 245 W. North Ave., Chicago. Tomorrow night (1/9/15) at 6 pm. Music and art, check it out!
Literary Fun At A Local Noshery
Next Tuesday, 12/9, a bunch of us writer types are appearing at the Panera Bread, 1140 Plaza Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173, for a fundraiser to benefit the Love Is Murder mystery convention. We’ll be there from 4 to 8 pm. A good time will be had by all.
