“I saw six men kicking and punching the mother-in-law. My neighbor said, ‘Are you going to help?’ I said, ‘No, Six should be enough.’” – Les Dawson

“The opposite of love is not hate, it’s indifference. The opposite of art is not ugliness, it’s indifference. The opposite of faith is not heresy, it’s indifference. And the opposite of life is not death, it’s indifference.” – Elie Wiesel

“A man only becomes wise when he begins to calculate the approximate depth of his ignorance.” - Gian Carlo Menotti

“If it’s true that our species is alone in the universe, then I’d have to say the universe aimed rather low and settled for very little.” – George Carlin

“All generalizations are false, including this one.” – Mark Twain

“Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so.” – Douglas Adams

“Our attitude toward life determines life’s attitude towards us.” – John N. Mitchell

“What you perceive, your observations, feelings, interpretations, are all your truth. Your truth is important. Yet it is not The Truth.” – Linda Ellinor

“The unreal is more powerful than the real, because nothing is as perfect as you can imagine it. Because it’s only intangible ideas, concepts, beliefs, fantasies that last. Stone crumbles. Wood rots. People, well, they die. But things as fragile as a thought, a dream, a legend, they can go on and on.” – Chuck

“By believing passionately in something that still does not exist, we create it. The nonexistent is whatever we have not sufficiently desired.”― Franz Kafka

Monthly Archives: October 2011

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo)

Who: NaNoWriMo.org, official organization for National Novel Writing Month

What: The annual challenge to write a novel (50,000+ words) in only a month.

When: November 1st – 30th.

Where: Contestants can sign up on NaNoWriMo.org before November begins.

 

Calling all writers!  Do you have a story brewing in your noggin?  Are your fingertips itching for a literary challenge?  Then enter this years National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) competition!  The annual craze is rumbling around the world, ready to explode on November 1st when writers young and old begin sprinting towards the end of one single goal: to write a novel of at least 50,000 words by the end of the month.

NaNoWriMo has grown exponentially since its inception in 1999, starting off with only 21 participants.  Last year, over 200,000 had joined, representing over 40 countries and 528 chapters, and over 37,000 of those writers made it to the 50,000 word finish line.

Those interested in joining must sign up at www.nanowrimo.org by the end of October, which is ONLY A FEW DAYS AWAY!  Starting on November 1st, participants can begin writing.  Don’t cheat and begin early!  This is a competition running on the honor system.  Though there are “winners” declared, there are no prizes except for the glorious feeling of knowing that you have written your own novel!  For a more detailed (and humorous) explanation on how the contest works, visit their section, How NaNoWriMo Works.

Some of Unwound Magazine’s own writers will be participating, so be sure to check back for updates on their progress.  Also be on the lookout for any tips, resources, or maybe even some friendly competition that may appear on our site!

The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the York Little Theatre

What- “The iconic cult rock comedy musical bursting at the seams with high voltage, hysterically funny rock and raunch.  Clean cut kids Brad and Janet experience tire trouble and seek help at the Frankenstein place, where Dr. Frank N. Furter is in the midst of one of his maniacal experiments.  For mature audiences.”

When- Friday & Saturday, October 28th & 29th, 9pm & midnight

Where- The York Little Theatre, 27 South Belmont Street York, PA 17403

All Seats: $25

www.ytl.org

Bistro 19

What- Local funk/soul/r&b band Groove Jones performs

When- Every first Friday of the month

Where- Bistro 19, 19 N George Street York, PA 17402

http://bistro19york.com/events.asp

 

Bistro 19 offers an accommodating atmosphere to appreciate live local music like the unique sound of Groove Jones. The combination pub and restaurant provides exceptional music, food and drinks for remarkable Friday night.

Field of Screams

Who: Field of Screams

What: A 19-year Halloween tradition, featuring three terrifying events: Haunted Hayride, Den of Darkness, and Frightmare Asylum.

When: Open September 16-November 6. And, of course, Halloween. Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night from 6PM until the last person is through.

Where: 191 College Avenue, Mountville, PA 17554

Field of Screams has been described as a “world-class operation” by tourists from across the world. The three main events feature highly-trained actors, towering corn mazes, amazing special effects, and large-scale scenes. Every year it continues to terrify and amaze its visitors, all of whom consider Field of Screams to be one of the best attractions of its kind.

Jason’s Woods

Who: Jason’s Woods

What: A chilling collection of seven attractions, including Horrifying Hayride, Barn of Terror, Pirate’s Revenge, Lost in Jason’s Woods, Carnival of Fear, and two more attractions included free with the purchase of a combo pass: Mystery Maze and Jason’s Woods Theater.

Jason’s Woods has been consistently rated a top Halloween attraction for 26 years running, and continually updates their program with new characters, new scenes, and new stories.

When: Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in October. Friday: 7-10PM, Sunday 7-9PM

Where: 99 Stehman Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603

In their own words, Jason’s Woods features “an extraordinary combination of live actors, excellent animation, dazzling special effects and sound design” that promise an exciting “roller coaster ride of chills, thrills, laughs, and excitement.” And even if you’re looking for entertainment of a more tame nature, Jason’s Woods offers live bands, free food, and DJs every night.

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