Monthly Archives: November 2010

Gratitude…

Posted on November 14, 2010 by Gregg Kleiner

…to Bob for setting up this website, and to all the readers and others who made the evening so successful.

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Resolved — take more photos at the Magic Barrel

Posted on November 13, 2010 by Robert Crum

Turns out we don’t have many photos of Magic Barrel events. In fact, we have only one — this one. So here’s a resolution for Magic Barrel organizers: take more photos! We can also post photos from guests. If anyone … Continue reading →

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2010 Magic Barrel stats!

Posted on November 11, 2010 by Robert Crum

All right, Barrellers and Barrellerinas, here are some totals (excluding book sales) from the 2010 Magic Barrel, held on October 22 at Corvallis High School theater: Donations at the door  – $1,794 Donations at the treat tables – $229 Total … Continue reading →

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Hunger in Oregon

Posted on November 11, 2010 by Robert Crum

Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon is a private, nonprofit organization whose mission is to complement and aid the work of the Oregon Hunger Task Force in strengthening Oregon’s families and communities. Here’s an excerpt from their web site, detailing the … Continue reading →

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Magic Barrel: What’s that name all about?

Posted on November 11, 2010 by Robert Crum

From Jana Zvibleman’s 2006 introduction to the Magic Barrel Leo Finkle and Pinya Salzman were two European Jewish immigrants in New York City. They were the protagonists in a short story titled The Magic Barrel. So, our evening here tonight … Continue reading →

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