tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5641117771707843067.post6265770173955080922..comments2024-02-05T15:01:44.563-05:00Comments on Cleveland Poetics: a place for cleveland's writers and readers: Guest Review - Lix and Kix @ the 806michael salingerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14717310933948991992noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5641117771707843067.post-55174766644122113602009-04-06T10:46:00.000-04:002009-04-06T10:46:00.000-04:00I just want to let folks know that Lix and Kix hav...I just want to let folks know that Lix and Kix have changed locations since this blog was written. Through the summer of 2009 at least, our events will take place at 7pm every third Tuesday at Visible Voice Books on Kenilworth in Cleveland's Tremont neighborood. For the latest, please see <A HREF="http://www.crisischronicles.com" REL="nofollow">www.crisischronicles.com</A> or <A HREF="http://www.myspace.com/lixandkix" REL="nofollow">www.myspace.com/lixandkix</A>.John B. Burroughshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11497208622485346132noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5641117771707843067.post-17807615817426065942009-01-29T20:22:00.000-05:002009-01-29T20:22:00.000-05:00Can't wait for the next one. :-DCan't wait for the next one. :-DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5641117771707843067.post-45371331893474948892009-01-29T19:32:00.000-05:002009-01-29T19:32:00.000-05:00There isn't much I can add to John's spot-on asses...There isn't much I can add to John's spot-on assessment of Christina's blog review, and the overall experience of Lix and Kix, except to say that I consider it a privilege and an honor to be hosting and reading with the caliber of poets and musicians we've encountered thus far. I also feel very lucky to have a "partner in rhyme" like John Burroughs, with whom I can share the responsibilities and experiences of the show. Thank you so much, Christina, for your <BR/>wonderful review of the fourth Lix and Kix. I am humbled by the support and the encouragement we have received from everyone.Dianne Borsenikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03228377373966856818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5641117771707843067.post-28223764773895505822009-01-29T19:21:00.000-05:002009-01-29T19:21:00.000-05:00Christina,What a well written spectacular review! ...Christina,<BR/><BR/>What a well written spectacular review! I had a blast and think this was the best Lix and Kix yet as far as turn out and timing. <BR/><BR/>Dianne and John have picked the perfect place for creative talent to meet, mingle, drink and have fun, but it is also a great venue for those who want to come and appreciate the poetry and music.<BR/><BR/>I may be biased, because I was the very first open mic virgin at Lix & Kix...but a standing room only venue speaks for itself. <BR/><BR/>:)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5641117771707843067.post-40152400871238994782009-01-29T12:25:00.000-05:002009-01-29T12:25:00.000-05:00this was a wonderful read, thanks for the share :)...this was a wonderful read, thanks for the share :)<BR/><BR/>peace to youAmandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01553406074853241666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5641117771707843067.post-31129897969137747972009-01-29T12:05:00.000-05:002009-01-29T12:05:00.000-05:00Two more things: Dianne and I finally got our own ...Two more things: <BR/><BR/>Dianne and I finally got our own sound system for the event - so no more having to rely on others.<BR/><BR/>And we were ready to begin on time at 7 p.m. this month! All the kinks seem to be worked out, so there won't be any long delays before we start (as folks had to endure in November and December).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5641117771707843067.post-18517684007259714602009-01-29T11:41:00.000-05:002009-01-29T11:41:00.000-05:00Ignore the redundancy in my comment above - that's...Ignore the redundancy in my comment above - that's what sometimes happens when I write before I've caffeinated myself sufficiently.<BR/><BR/>I realize I'm not the most unbiased reviewer (though I try) - and I haven't been out in the "scene" for long - but honestly, this recent Lix and Kix was one of the most enjoyable poetry events I've ever experienced. Elise and C. Allen, who I fully expected to be great, were even <I>better</I> than I expected. The open mic was diverse, fun, and featured some fabulous poetry by old favorites and some talented newbies. <BR/><BR/>I should mention that I too have written <A HREF="http://crisisblog.crisischronicles.com/2009/01/26/lix-and-kix-iv--pics-and-more-from-a-fabulous-evening.aspx" REL="nofollow">a blog about Lix and Kix IV</A>, including lots of photos. But in a lot of ways, I like Christina's better. ;) <BR/><BR/>Thanks to all the folks who came out and made the night very special - Elise Geither, C. Allen Rearick, Gina Tabasso, Miles Budimir, John Dorsey, Alex Nielsen, Claire McMahon, Jodi Dobos, Jen Pezzo, Vertigo Xi'an Xavier, Suzanne Savickas, Maria Belmonte, Brigitte Belmote-Jarc, Christopher Franke, Steve Goldberg, Dominique Glick, Ella Shurr, Jean Brandt, Allisun Hovater, Jamie and Robbie, my co-host Dianne Borsenik, my wife Geri Lynne, and all the folks I'm sure I've neglected to mention. Thanks especially to Christina for coming all that way and writing this review. And thank you, ClevelandPoetics!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5641117771707843067.post-88471846937917937212009-01-29T10:49:00.000-05:002009-01-29T10:49:00.000-05:00Thank you for this very kind review, Christina! I...Thank you for this very kind review, Christina! It was a pleasure to have you there and hear you read - and I'm particularly appreciative that you come all the way from Detroit, Michigan, to participate. I must say, for folks who don't know, that Chris doesn't drive all that way just for Lix and Kix. She's recently taken part in Poet's Haven and Tainted Coffee readings, as well as others in the area - which I believe speaks volumes for Cleveland poetry in general.<BR/><BR/>As far seating, there is room for spillover in the bar area, where one can hopefully still hear (but unfortunately not see) the action. We're looking into other options as well - like bringing our own folding chairs as a supplement. But we're especially looking forward to warmer weather, when we can open the door to the 806's very nice and rather spacious patio area, which adjoins the fireplace room where we hold the readings. The umbrella-ed tables and chairs on the patio will nearly quadruple our amount of seating. <BR/><BR/>Thanks for sharing you photos, too! I have to run for a bit, but will return for a few more remarks in a bit.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com