me- this e-mail below is from dr. bennett, jim. i have been amazingly lucky to have been in his group, THE PK LIST,for about 7 years now. he also did me the honor of asking me to be co-list administrator. truthfully i am just around tho. jim does all the hard work.



we have a terrific group of poets from all over the world and of varying styles.
i love them all.




i just wanted to brag on jim a little so:













Eric's was a
> club in Liverpool that suported Punk acts and music.
>
> Jim's work at Eric’s is mentioned in this great new book.
>
> LIVERPOOL ERIC’S
>
> All the best clubs are downstairs,
> everyone knows that…
> by Paul Whelan & Jaki Florek, published by Feeedback.
> £25
>
> Also;
> Gladsongs and Gatherings: Poetry and Its Social Context in Liverpool Since the
> 1960s
> Stephen Wade (Editor)
> A interesting book which shows the development of the poetry scene in
> Liverpool and includes a short appreciation of the work of Jim Bennett.
>
> JIM BENNETT – THE MAIN EVENTS 2009
>
>
>
> On Monday 30th March Jim Bennett reads as part of the O Bheal series in
> Cork, Ireland, On Tuesday he reads and will hold a masterclass at the
> University of Dublin, before finishing his short tour of Ireland with a workshop
> and reading in Limerick at the Whjite House Poetry Revival. Details of these
> and other upcoming events below.
>
> 30.03.2009 Ó Bheal Reading Series | Jim Bennett
>
> Ó Bhéal presents a reading by Jim Bennett.
> Readings will last between 30-45 minutes after which there will be the usual
> open-mic session. Be sure to come early to get good seats. The night begins
> with a Poetry Challenge.
> Jim Bennett grew up in Liverpool during the years of the Liverpool Sound and
> the Liverpool Poets and it is from this tradition that he developed his own
> unique style and voice. He is the author of 57 books including books of poetry,
> books for children, and technical training manuals. In addition his CD “Down in
> Liverpool” a selection of poetry and music has brought Jim to the notice of a
> much wider audience. He is widely recognised as a songwriter and performer.
> In January 2004 Jim took over as Editor of the Poetry Internet site, Poetry Kit.
> He was honoured with the post of Poet in Residence for Liverpool’s Historic
> Waterfront and as visiting poet for New York’s (US) Waterfront.
>
> Venue: the Hayloft, upstairs at The Long Valley, Winthrop Street. Cork
> Time: 9 pm
> Admission: Free
> T: 085 712 6299
> E: info@obheal.ie
> http://www.obheal.ie/blog/
>
>
>
>
> The White House Poetry Revival.
> Jim Bennett
> Wed 1st April 2009
> Every Wednesday at 9.00pm at the White House pub in O'Connell Street,
> Limerick. Featured poet and open mike session. All welcome. Contact Barney
> Sheehan at 086 8657494 or whitehousepoets@eircom.net
>
>
>
>
>
> POETRY AND JAZZ CAFE PRESENTS
>
> INDEPENDENCE DAY POETRY CIRCUS
>
> CHICAGO
>
> Xavier Theatre University of Chicago
>
> 4th July 2009
>
> 8pm
>
> The invasion of the British
>
> FEATURING
>
> "The Legendary Richard Dripping"
>
>
> Hear “The Legendary” Richard perform some of his classic poems - "Which one
> is the real Dick?" "Three Dicks are better than one."
>
> and "Although my name is Richard I still prefer Dick"
>
> PLUS
>
> The amazing Jim Bennett
>
> Promising some exciting new work to be heard for the first time and some old
> favourites including,
>
> "Hope Street" and the iconic "Liverpool Is".
>
>
> and keeping our end up, from the USA
> Simon Schultz, Ben Houghton, Sandra Hourglass
>
> plus other special musical guests.
>
> The ticket price includes a goody bag of books and CD's together with a
> priority booking form for future events.
>
> tickets $140
>
> email emma.jackson@linuxmail.org for details
>
> book and pay with pay pal
>
> It is a rare opportunity to experience the words and performances of the
> amazing Jim Bennett and "The Legendary Richard Dripping".
>
> Sponsored by Poetry and Jazz Cafe and Poetry Kit (www.poetrykit..org) .
>
> Full facilities for people with disabilities including, transcription and audio
> description if required.
> Jim Bennett's concert performance and reading is signed.
> All areas except side lounge fully accessible. No cameras, video or video
> phones.
>
> __________________________________________________________________
> _
>
> THE POETRY KIT
>
> BIG NIGHT OF WORLD POETRY
>
> Saturday 17th October 2009
>
> From New Zeeland, Australia, United States, France, Ireland and all parts of
> the UK
>
> The PK Poets come to Liverpool for a celebration of all that is great in poetry.
>
> The 3rd Room, Everyman Theatre
>
> MC - Jim Bennett
>
> With special guests
>
> This is a private event but a few free tickets are available
> email emma.jackson@linuxmail.org for details
> __________________________________________________________________
> ___
>
> THE POETRY KIT
>
> POETRY DAY
>
> Sunday 18th October 2009
>
> Three live public performances in public spaces in Liverpool. Venues to be
> announced.
>
> __________________________________________________________________
> __
>
> This is it, the big event of the year. We have him back again!
> Richard Dripping returns for a full show.
>
> POETRY AND JAZZ CAFE PRESENTS
>
> A NEW YEAR POETRY CIRCUS
>
> 31th December 2009
> A concert of folk music, klezmer, shanties, poetry and fireworks.
> 7pm-1am
>
> In the unique venue of a boat on the River Mersey
> FEATURING
>
> Back Again
>
> "The Legendary Richard Dripping"
>
> the once seen never forgotten punk poet from Eric's once again performs in
> his home city .
>
>
> Hear Richard perform some of his classic poems - "Which one is the real
> Dick?" "Three Dicks are better than one."
>
> and "Although my name is Richard I still prefer Dick"
>
> The amazing Jim Bennett,
>
> performing in his final major concert of 2009.
>
> Promising some exciting new work to be heard for the first time and some old
> favourites including,
>
> "Hope Street" and the iconic "Liverpool Is".
>
> The Klezmer Kings
> Klexmer band from Hungary and featuring the amazing throat singing of
> Angelica.
>
> David Braydon
> Folk singer and musician. Formally with North West Folk.
>
> and from the USA Simon Schultz, Ben Houghton, Sandra Hourglass plus other
> very special guests.
>
> Music also from our house band
> Rocky Outcrop and the Sand Dunes
> A great band using folk, poetry, and jazz in fusion to greate new and
> interesting sounds
>
> The ticket price includes a goody bag of books and CD's together with a
> priority booking form for future events.
> 5 hours of concert events and Mersey cruise. Bar and dining room available.
> tickets £70 (sterling)
> (£45 Circus and PK members or previous event ticket holders. No other
> concessions)
> email emma.jackson@linuxmail.org for details
>
> book with pay pal
>
> It is a rare opportunity to experience the words and performances of the
> amazing Jim Bennett and "The Legendary Richard Dripping" while sailing on a
> cruse along the River Mersey.
>
> Sponsored by Poetry and Jazz Cafe and Poetry Kit (www.poetrykit.org) .
>
> Full facilities for people with disabilities including, transcription and audio
> description if required.
> Jim Bennett's concert performance and reading is signed.
> All areas except side lounge fully accessible.
>
> ______________________________________________________________
>
> ________________________________________________________
>
>
> POETRY KIT - www..poetrykit.org