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December 1, 2019
at Rabble-Rouser
Stories told in order of appearance by: Anne Ferguson, Helen Labun, Dorrice Hammer, Curt Randall, Hannah Doubleday, Megan Price, Opeyemi Parham, Susan Terry, Steve Farnham, Carl Etnier, Joe Mueller, Rae Carter.
October 24, 2019
at Bridgeside Books and on ORCAmedia.net
Stories told in order of appearance by: Bill Drew, Megan Price, Deena Frankel, David Bayne, Peter Burns, Samara Anderson, Maggie Mae Anderson, Annie Mollo.
September 23, 2019
at Positive Pie Plainfield
Stories told in order of appearance by: Leslie Ruster, Susanne Schmidt, Luke Garguilo, Josie Leavitt, Erik Gillard, Marna Murray, J. Willis Pratt, Dan Dolan, Adam Yachfine, Steve Farnham, Susan Terry.
August 17, 2019
at Onion River Campground
Stories told in order of appearance by: Steve Farnham, Annie Mollo, Marna Murray, M.E. Lawlor, Steve Adams, Dan Dolan, Susan Terry.
July 12, 2019
at Espresso Bueno
extempo's Greatest Hits: the Best of 2014
Stories told in order of appearance: A Little Jersey Heifer by Julia Lynam, My Trip to the Bastyr by Bobby Stoddard, How I Ended Up in Vermont by Linda Kelly, he Mighty Tuscaroras by Dennis McSorley, Angel Face by Linda Quinlan, Dew on the Grass by Bill Torrey, Christmas with the Strangers by Kevin Gallagher, Hollow by Josie Leavitt, The Absolute Truth by Anne Ferguson, Second Opinion by John Mascitti, Just Keep Going by Joanna Meyer.
June 10, 2019
at Positive Pie Plainfield
Stories told in order of appearance by: M.E. Lawlor, Jody Andreoletti, Susan Terry, Avram Patt, Dan Dolan, Owen Bradley, Stuart Hancock, Winona Johnson, Hannah Doubleday.
May 10, 2019
at Highland Lodge
Stories told in order of appearance by: Helen Labun, Rowly Brucken, Susan Terry, Susan Loynd, Dan Green, Carl Etnier, Bill Torrey, David Bayne, Jenny Hagen.
April 4, 2019
at Bridgeside Books and on ORCAmedia.net
Stories told in order of appearance by: Stephanie Garguilo, Dennis McSorley, Annie Mollo, Anne Ferguson, Helen Labun, Luke Garguilo, Dan Green, Maggie Mae Anderson, Stuart Hancock.
March 1, 2019
at Dog River Brewery and on ORCAmedia.net
Stories told in order of appearance by: Diana Baron, David Bayne, Dan Green, Lopi LaRoe, William Rice, Susan Terry, Georgiana Birmingham, Greg Hennemuth.
January 25, 2019
at Post #59 of The American Legion
Eighth Annual Tell Off:
Extemporaneous Storytelling Tournament of Champions!
1st Prize: Josie Leavitt for Ice. 2nd Prize: Jill Missal for The Last Stand of Sarah Palin's Outhouse. 3rd Prize: Leslie Ruster for The Kitschy Kitty of Death.
Also heard live at the Tell Off (in order of appearance): Bee Gee for a Day by Scott Labun, A Postcard by Lori Cohen, Hormones & the Flap of a Butterfly's Wing by Ray Van Voorhis.
Jury: Joanna Meyer, Phil Stevens, Tom Stevens.
December 6, 2018
at Mingle Nightclub and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Jill Missal for Not Today, Fox. Honorable Mention: Jaquelyn Fernandez Rieke for Don't Cluster!, Brian Wightman for The Knight of the MBTA.
Also heard live: Julia by Peter G., Alienation of Affection? by George D., Scorpion Bowl by Luke G., Near Drowning by Steve A., It Takes All Kinds by George D., I Saw Daddy...Drinkin' Smokin' Santa Claus by Dennis M., Bad Rides by Carl E.
Jury & Timekeeper: Shawn, Nancy, Rob, & Corby.
October 25, 2018
at Bridgeside Books and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Gwynne Berry for Me & My Voice. Honorable Mention: Luke Garguilo for Bully, Jaquelyn Fernandez Rieke for Saturday Night Live, Susan Terry for The Phone Call, Maggie Mae Anderson for Worry & Love.
Also heard live: 14 Is the New 10 by Carl E., Candles by Julia L., Brownlee by David B., Critter Invasion by Nancy S.
Jury & Timekeeper: Myleigh, Ellen, Rob, & Jeralyn.
September 24, 2018
at WGDR's Pratt Interactive Theater and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Leslie Ruster for Turkey Club Sandwiches & a Milkshake. Honorable Mention: Steve Hill for Dressing for Success, Susanne Schmidt for The Running of the Balls.
Also heard live: Uncle Hamp Comes to Dinner by Susan T., Salmo Salar by Luke G., Forty Years by Carl E., Third Grade Reprise by Peter G., The Tables by Bill D., Dollar Bill, Y'All by Daniel D., Goober & Me by Stuart H., Stargazer by Kevin G.
Jury & Timekeeper: Renee, Tahla, Diana, & Larry.
August 18, 2018
at Bridgeside Books and on ORCAmedia.net
extempo's Greatest Hits: the Best of 2013
Audience Favorite #1: Rowly Brucken for Running & Cancer. Audience Favorite #2: Mark Stein for Fire Walk. Audience Favorite #3: Kate Harbaugh for 2009 Was a Crappy Year.
Also heard live at the best-of show (in order of appearance): Lost Tooth by Craig Jarvis, Turning Up the Heat by Bill Rice, Caledonia County Justice by Dave Kelley, My Moment of Fame by Recille Hamrell, Six Words by Larry Novins.
July 18, 2018
at deMena's
Top Honors: Josie Leavitt for Sanctimonious Bitch. Honorable Mention: Claudia Stauber for Cabin in the Woods, Maggie Mae Anderson for Happy Harry.
Also heard live: Mounds of Trouble by Bill T., Beatle Bugs Bogged Down by Katharine A., Merci by Mellen K., The Grey Monster by Bill P., Language Barriers by George D., Hog Hunting by David B.
Jury & Timekeeper: Steve, Diana, John, & Abby.
June 14, 2018
at Dog River Brewery
Top Honors: Lori Cohen for Mick in the Box. Honorable Mention: Luke Garguilo for Inheritance, Aleks Chernomazov for Moroccan Home, Leslie Ruster for Pissing on the Patriarchy.
Also heard live: The Lump by Fred C., The Soul of a Pedicab Chauffeur by Carl E., Gotta Give It to Facebook by Linda K., Moosifer by Paul F., Untitled by Stuart H.
Jury & Timekeeper: Bari, Shawn, Katharine, & Catherine.
May 11, 2018
at Highland Lodge
Top Honors: Scott Labun for Unlikely Pals. Honorable Mention: Luke Garguilo for For Want of a Vacuum Cleaner.
Also heard live: Barcelona by Heidi Lauren D., Nothing But Lies by Yvette M., Jaws Saved My Life by Leslie R., Double Clutching by Steve A., The Flight into Adulthood by Michael K., Unexpected Gifts by Amy N.
Jury & Timekeeper: Katharine, Steven, Jaia, & Mary Lynne.
April 5, 2018
at Bridgeside Books
Top Honors: Josie Leavitt for Cancer Card. Honorable Mention: Bill Torrey for The Shanty, Claudia Stauber for Coming to America.
Also heard live: Manatees by Carl E., 2:59:59 by Rob H., Pinstripes & the Pontiff by Dennis M., Firsts by Maggie Mae A., Salesman Under a Bus by Stuart H., Worst Employee Ever by Craig J., Falling: My Supernatural Survival Skill by Samara A.
Jury & Timekeeper: Paige, Daphne, Jacquie, & Karen.
March 2, 2018
at Espresso Bueno
Top Honors: Steve Hill for Looks Like He Made It. Honorable Mention: Leslie Ruster for Stars & Stripes, Dave Muska for First Hunt.
Also heard live: Language Baby by Jon T., Jami Full of Grace by Ben J., Corn Rows by Dan D., The Major Leagues by Stuart H., 544 Volvo by Katharine A., Sh*t Happens by Winona J., Assault Rifle? by Carl E.
Jury & Timekeeper: Bill, Shawn, Stephanie, & Amy.
January 27, 2018
at The Canadian Club
Seventh Annual Tell Off:
Extemporaneous Storytelling Tournament of Champions!
1st Prize: Max Jennings for 2 Proms, 1 Season. 2nd Prize: Bill Drew for The Center of the Universe. 3rd Prize: Kevin Gallagher for And the Score Is: Nuns 7, Teenagers 5.
Also heard live at the Tell Off (in order of appearance): Andy by Nancy Schulz, The Family Car by Stuart Hancock.
Jury & Timekeeper: Samara Anderson, Sammie Boymer, Craig Jarvis, & Justin Sargent.
December 4, 2017
at Kismet and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Stuart Hancock for Lost & Found. Honorable Mention: Jaquelyn Fernandez Rieke for Citrus Day, Owen Foley for Bitter Taste of Defeat.
Also heard live: Karma by Paul B., Hear Here by Winona J., How Much Trouble Am I In? by Rod S., Untitled by Deena F., Slate Creek by David B., Comedic Disassociation by Michael K., 17 by Katharine A., Magic Man by Sophi V.
Jury & Timekeeper: John, Linda, Nick, & Anne.
October 26, 2017
at Bridgeside Books and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Bill Drew for Head of the Table. Honorable Mention: R. Winona Johnson for Full Circle.
Also heard live: Thank You, Amazon by Daniel D., Unintended Consequences by Linda K., Peace in the Middle East by Ari E., Endangered Sandwich by Carl E., The Untold Story by John M., Six Flags by John M., Fallin' Hero by Rod S.
Jury & Timekeeper: Sake, Irvin, Salka, & Anne.
September 25, 2017
at WGDR's Pratt Interactive Theater and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Bill Drew for The University of Vic. Honorable Mention: Claudia Stauber for Who Rescued Whom?, Max Jennings for 3rd Grade Karma, John Mascitti for Miracles, Heather Caldera for Orange Life Jacket.
Also heard live: All Jacked Up by Jacquelyn F., Al Bradford, Thank You by David B., Our Movie by Jim H., Tony, Tony, Tony by Daniel D., Eclipse with Alligators by Carl E., Swan Song by Paul F., No Gaydar by Bobby S.
Jury & Timekeeper: Shawn, Monika, Karla, & Catherine.
August 23, 2017
at the Old Town Hall
extempo's Greatest Hits: the Best of 2012
Audience Favorite #1: Nancy Schulz for Smitten by the Straw Hat. Audience Favorite #2: Phil Stevens for Gambling with the Lord. Audience Favorite #3: Bobby Stoddard for Moochin' a Packy.
Also heard live at the best-of show (in order of appearance): That Time I got Stabbed by Justin Sargent, Uncursed by Amanda Payne, Do You Believe? by Chris Riddell, The Perfect Fixer-Upper by Aleks Chernomazov, Early Sex by Geof Hewitt, How I Escaped Communist Poland by Donny Osman, Time Zones & Donald Trump by Hillary Montgomery, The Driving Story by Ira Sargent.
July 17, 2017
at Kismet and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Kevin Gallagher for Village Person. Honorable Mention: Joanna Meyer for The Chumleys, and Leslie Ruster for Laure.
Also heard live: The Kindness of Strangers by David B., Going, Going, Ghana by Cat K., Higher Power by Patrick O., The Mighty Tuscaroras by Dennis M., The Pickle Jar by Michael K., Compound Insults by Tony C., Bunny, Baldy, and da Bomb, Hey by Stephen K., Smoke 'Em If You Got 'Em by Daniel D.
Jury & Timekeeper: Marna, Shawn, Jonah, & Jan.
June 17, 2017
at The Blue Barn and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Susanne Schmidt for Janis Joplin and the Luge Bob. Honorable Mention: Kevin Gallagher for Symmetrical Thighs.
Also heard live: Peter Pan to the Rescue by Paul F., Love Sick by John M., The Visitation by Joanna M., Karma by Bill T., Stepmom by Josie L., The Dance of My Life by Max J., Abandoned Gas Station by David B.
Jury & Timekeeper: Catherine, Lynn, Monica, & Hilary.
May 12, 2017
at Highland Lodge
Top Honors: Nat Smith for Shovel Ready, 1952. Honorable Mention: Claudia Stauber for My Old Friend Gene, Leslie Ruster for The Cabin, Jeff Pierpont for Naked & Afraid, and Mochi Kaimu for To Boldly Go.
Also heard live: Ms. Buckley by Rick A., And to All a Good Night by Deb S., The Horse I Rode Out On by Dave K., Assisted Win by John M., The Affair by George D.
Jury & Timekeeper: Shawn, Eliza, Audrey, & Hilary.
April 6, 2017
at Bridgeside Books and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Max Jennings for Permission to Shave. Honorable Mention: Catherine Johnston for Kauai Vacation, Nancy Schulz for I'll Volunteer for Anything but That, and Steve Hill for My Friend Helen.
Also heard live: Island Inspiration by David B., The Birds, the Bees, & the Books by Rick C., Three Deaths by Heidi W., Blinking Clock by Carl E., My Second Superpower by Rod S., The Pope Is Dead by Steve P., Road Canyon by Deena F.
Jury & Timekeeper: Gretchen, Rebecca, Tim, & Irvin.
March 3, 2017
at Espresso Bueno and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Rod Sigurdson for Invincible. Honorable Mention: Heather Caldera for Rectum Monologue, and Rick Chandler for Freezer Burn.
Also heard live: Toilet Talks by George D., The Trench by Christopher N., Spam in a Can by Tom S., Six Incredible Friends by M.E. Lawlor, Mortality by Bill T., Where Did You Even Get This Idea? by Aleks C., Emergency Contact by Cat K., Life Lesson by Mark T.
Jury & Timekeeper: Chris, Jacqueline, Jim, & John.
January 28, 2017
at The Canadian Club
Sixth Annual Tell Off:
Extemporaneous Storytelling Tournament of Champions!
1st Prize: Sammie Boymer for Free in '03. 2nd Prize: Anne Ferguson for Musings of the Sidewalk Philosopher. 3rd Prize: Leslie Ruster for The Heart-Shaped Rock of Freedom.
Also heard live at the Tell Off (in order of appearance): Two or Three Tickets to Paradise by Kevin Gallagher, Holy Mackerel! by Fred Cheyette, The Blow Back by Susanne Schmidt.
Jury & Timekeeper: Rick Agran, Helen Labun Jordan, Sean Williams, & Heidi Lauren Duke.
December 2, 2016
at Espresso Bueno and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Kevin Gallagher for Aunt Laverne. Honorable Mention: Joanna Meyer for Quiz Shows Are Us.
Also heard live: Gravel Pit by David B., Blood, Sweat, & Fears by Rowly B., I Am a Grandma by Linda K., Pop Hits by Troy H., Family Feud by Tony C., Cleaning Up the Neighborhood by Cliff A., Enduro Racing Sucks by John M., The Risk My Mom Took by Samara A., Image Isn't Everything by Michael K.
Jury & Timekeeper: Steve, Christina, John, & Gene.
October 27, 2016
at Bridgeside Books and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Samantha Boymer for Everyone Deserves to Smile. Honorable Mention: Kevin Gallagher for Budapest or Bust.
Also heard live: Eliot Ness by Donny O., Sweeter than Ever by Nancy S., Bio Betty by Linda K., Gravy Train by John M., Every Knock Is a Boost by Dennis M., Not a Cry for Help by Maggie Mae A., The Joy of Tutu by Marybeth R., The Red Flag by Mark R., The Force by Tony C.
Jury & Timekeeper: Amanda, Angie, Victoria, & Matthew.
September 24, 2016
at The Blue Barn and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Susanne Schmidt for Please Don't Touch My Baby. Honorable Mention: Kevin Gallagher for Loss of Wife or Limb, Scott Rowe for Understanding Through Patience, and John Mascitti for New Beginning.
Also heard live: Up a Creek by Dvora Z., War Stories by Ella M., Picture This by John R., Talk Like a Robot by Deena F., Taking My Life Back by Mellen K., Go Shanufa! by Tony C., Miracles & Public Speaking by Kyra G., Ozarks by David B.
Jury & Timekeeper: Kim, Sheila, Steven, & Aleks.
August 24, 2016
at the Old Town Hall
extempo's Greatest Hits: the Best of 2011
Audience Favorite #1: Beth Barndt for An Incident at Charlie-O's. Audience Favorite #2: Otto Trautz for Shannon. Audience Favorite #3 (tie): Maggie Mae Anderson for Gasoline, and Nancy Schulz for A Halloween Surprise.
Also heard live at the best-of show (in order of appearance): Step Up to the Plate by Paul Boffa, Doodle by Donny Osman, Me & Martina by Bobby Stoddard.
July 23, 2016
at Onion River Campground and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Fred Cheyette for Decisions, Decisions. Honorable Mention: Cat Klarich for Ginger, and Daniel Dolan for Surf 'n' Turf.
Also heard live: My First Time by Justin S., The Accents of Life by Linda K., Revolutionary by Linda W., Unionite by Maggie Mae A., A Royal Opening by Patrick O., Something Good out of Anything by John M., Lardass by Ben J., Gurgle Gurgle Swish by Joel G.
Jury & Timekeeper: Julia, Ari, Therisa, & Aleks.
June 17, 2016
at The Blue Barn and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Susanne Schmidt for Checkbox Yes. Honorable Mention: Leslie Ruster for Bobcat Mountain Lion Love, Michael Ray Kingsbury for Thanks for the Pizza, and Kevin Gallagher for The Lure of the Mirror Ball.
Also heard live: Bad Wreck by John M., When I Went Blind by Kia W., Untitled by Justin S., Turd Grade by Bill T., A Breath of Fresh Air by Linda K., Captain Jim by Deena F., Finding God on Rodeo Drive by Rob S., Horse Ranch Camp by Samara A.
Jury & Timekeeper: Patrick, Miranda, Julie, & Greta.
May 13, 2016
at Espresso Bueno and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Anne Ferguson for Dragonfly. Honorable Mention: Michael Ray Kingsbury for Porches, and Ben Johnson for Tony.
Also heard live: Tough Thing to Do by John M., Waiting by Brian W., Thirtysomething by Kevin G., Time by Bill T., Single White Male by Carl E., Traffic Stop by Deena F., Devil May Care by Dennis M.
Jury & Timekeeper: Justin, Leslie, Craig, & Dan.
April 7, 2016
at Bridgeside Books and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Susanne Schmidt for Coming About. Honorable Mention: Forrest Patrick Orr Sr. for Life's Lessons Learned, and Mark Stein for Nasty Squirt.
Also heard live: Pinstripes & the Pontiff by Dennis M., Honest Work by Suzanne F., A Hair of Truth by Farid Q., Finding My Power by Recille H., The Worst Bowl of Soup I Never Ate by Justin S., Life with My Brothers by Maggie Mae A., The Tres Leches Cake by Nick G.
Jury & Timekeeper: Sam, Yard, Kim, & Tim.
March 2, 2016
at La Puerta Negra and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Steve Hill for Up Shit Creek. Honorable Mention: Kevin Gallagher for Hair Affair.
Also heard live: Walls by Carl E., Unexpected Journey by Emma M., Love Hurts: Lessons from a Flying Squirrel by Samara A., Sanka...You're Welcome! by Chris M., Hey, Old Man by George D., Taking Flight by Michael K., Twinkle by Linda K., The Dunes, the Dunes, the Dunes by Suzanne F.
Jury & Timekeeper: Rachel, Marci, Annie, & Cyndi.
January 29, 2016
at Post #59 of The American Legion and on ORCAmedia.net
Fifth Annual Tell Off:
Extemporaneous Storytelling Tournament of Champions!
1st Prize: Leslie Ruster for The Family Jewels. 2nd Prize: Maggie Mae Anderson for Cabbage in the Fast Lane. 3rd Prize: Dylan Kelley for The Story of Home and Weather.
Also heard live at the Tell Off (in order of appearance): Baked Potatoes by Julia Lynam, A Happy Coincidence by Bill Torrey.
Jury & Timekeeper: Julia Chafets, David Kelley, Charles O'Connor, & Anne Ferguson.
December 4, 2015
at Espresso Bueno and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Julia Lynam for The Passing of a Friend. Honorable Mention: M.E. Lawlor for Voice in My Head, and Dennis McSorley for Santa Claus Is Coming?
Also heard live: Passage to India by Kevin G., Disc in the Ditch by Samara A., Green Boat by John M., Genetics by Kyra G., My Nieces by Maggie Mae A., I Always Get Caught by Linda K., Last Laugh by Chris M.
Jury & Timekeeper: Leah, Erin, Cyndi, & Ben.
October 29, 2015
at Bridgeside Books and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Bill Torrey for On the Hunt. Honorable Mention: Gin Ferrara for Latchkey, and Mark Redmond for I Am Not Dumb.
Also heard live: 91 by Suzanne F., Four Four-Hour Exams by Rod S., Deer Camp by John M., Invasion by Vivian J., Breakup Remedy: Drinking, Dead Bodies, & Domestic Violence by Samara A., Perception by Linda K., My Sister & I Go Out by Kyra G., Bright Idea by Steven P.
Jury & Timekeeper: Amy, M.E., Kate, & Cyndi.
September 26, 2015
at The Blue Barn
Top Honors: Bill Torrey for Love Hurts. Honorable Mention: Josie Leavitt for Shark Kiss, Deena Frankel for Provincetown, and Kevin Gallagher for Pistol in Paradise.
Also heard live: Woodchuck by Maggie Mae A., My Bartending Moment by Justin S., Bad Shot by John M., The English Teacher/Pearl Harbor by Julia L., 1991 by Carlton A., 22 Going on 23 by Geof H., Pennies from Heaven by Susanne S.
Jury & Timekeeper: Bill, Bettina, Julie, & Marci.
August 25, 2015
at the Old Town Hall
extempo's Greatest Hits: the Best of 2010
Audience Favorite #1: Maggie Mae Anderson for There Is No Moral to This Story. Audience Favorite #2: Bobby Stoddard for Babies. Audience Favorite #3 (tie): Otto Trautz for Thank You, Thief, and Steven Pappas for Crib to Death Bed.
Also heard live at the best-of show (in order of appearance): The Unabomber's Nephew by Parker Nichols, Nekama: An Act of Revenge by Dvora Zipkin, Why We Lost Vietnam...Briefly by Jim Higgins, Robert [Space]Son by Charles O'Connor, Happy Birthday by Tina Fleischer.
July 22, 2015
at Fresh Tracks Farm Vineyard & Winery and on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Kevin Gallagher for The Fellowship of the Ring. Honorable Mention: Josie Leavitt for Graceful.
Also heard live: The French Teacher by Cyndi S., The Phone Booth in the Desert by Sue J., Starfucker by Linda K., Mr. Murdoch by Tom S., Summer of Love by Deena F., National Anthem by Rod S., Lessons Learned by Samara A.
Jury & Timekeeper: Yvonne, Jenni, Joanna, & Hilary.
June 20, 2015
at The Blue Barn
Top Honors: Deena Frankel for I Am Victoria. Honorable Mention: Abigail Winters for The Jacket Thief, Gin Ferrara for Happy, and Josie Leavitt for Cheaters.
Also heard live: First & Last by John M., Reckless by Chris M., My Brother, Stewart by Carl E., Snipe Hunting by Justin S., A Pint of Red Daisies by Geof H., Anoup in Bangladesh by Heidi Lauren D., My Dad's Junk by Susanne S., Forty Shades of Green by Kevin G.
Jury & Timekeeper: Irvin, Rebecca, Josie, & Sam.
May 16, 2015
at Espresso Bueno & on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Leslie Ruster for Greg K. Honorable Mention: Hilary Niles for Ain't No Monkey.
Also heard live: Earl by Rod S., Janice & Tony, Part I by Craig J., Little Wins by Matthew G., Paul's Brother Frank by Carl E., Mount Lemmon by Rob H., I Smell Somethin' by Bill T., The Monster of Lake Norman by John M.
Jury & Timekeeper: Deena, Cyndi, Yvonne, & Emily.
April 9, 2015
at Bridgeside Books & on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Bill Torrey for The Bush Buggy. Honorable Mention: Tom Stevens for Pierogi, and Deena Frankel for Wild Things.
Also heard live: Sometimes Even Dads Have to Swear by John M., Patient with Little Bottles by Rod S., Kiss My Asp by Cyndi S., The Healing Story by Recille H., Re-Dad by Kevin G., Wrong Tree by Josie L., Promenade and around the Outside by Rick A., Untitled by Kate H.
Jury & Timekeeper: Matt, Julie, Aleks, & Vivian.
March 4, 2015
at Sweet Melissa's
Top Honors: Deena Frankel for Blind Date. Honorable Mention: Geof Hewitt for Surgery without Knives, and Nicole Grubman for The Quintessential Fan Mail.
Also heard live: Go, Fight, Win by Justin S., Rock Stars by Chris M., Traveler's Toast by Rod S., New Beginning by John M., Fading Away by Carl E., Workin' out of It by Bill T.
Jury & Timekeeper: Gretchen, Leah, Julie, & Cyndi.
January 30, 2015
at Post #59 of The American Legion & on ORCAmedia.net
Fourth Annual Tell Off:
Extemporaneous Storytelling Tournament of Champions!
1st Prize: Susanne Schmidt for The Perfect Curve. 2nd Prize: Mark Stein for The Little Lie. 3rd Prize: Chris Miller for Leonard Cohen Goes to the Disco.
Also heard live at the Tell Off (in order of appearance): Never Again by John Mascitti, A Heart of Darkness? by Bobby Stoddard, The First-Aid Kit by Joanna Meyer, The Twist by Gin Ferrara, Opening My Eyes by Recille Hamrell.
Jury & Timekeeper: Tina Fleischer, Tom Murphy, Chris Riddell, & Hillary Montgomery.
December 3, 2014
at Sweet Melissa's
Top Honors: John Mascitti for Wrong Dog. Honorable Mention: Mark Stein for Maybe You're Right, and Kevin Gallagher for Going Postal.
Also heard live: Wardrobe Malfunction by Deena F., The Ta-Ta Weenie Club by Bill T., Ferguson in Barre by Cyndi S., Running from the Bulls by Colin R., Fuck the Rules by Josie L., Fuzzy Lumpkin Wins the Nobel Prize by Susanne S., Tattoo You by Linda K., Impermanence by Lars D.
Jury & Timekeeper: Justin, Alex, Rick, & Dvora.
October 23, 2014
at Bridgeside Books
Top Honors: Elaine Cohen for California. Honorable Mention: Vivian Jamieson for Chow Hound, and Geof Hewitt for Beauty and the Beast.
Also heard live: Chickens Don't Bounce by Tom S., Buzz Lightyear by Ashley W., Bad Decisions by John M., Tang & the Porn Cage by Cyndi S., Reversal of Fortune by Gin F., Angel Face by Linda Q., Hollow by Josie L., Part of the Posse Who Brought Him Down by Recille H., Chris Does Bounce by Chris M.
Jury & Timekeeper: Carrie, Suzanne, Carolyn, & Deena.
September 20, 2014
at The Blue Barn & on ORCAmedia.net
Top Honors: Susanne Schmidt for Places I Could Never Begin to Pronounce. Honorable Mention: Bobby Stoddard for How About a Sapporo?
Also heard live: First Impressions by John M., Silent Humiliation by Kevin G., Radio Astronomy by George D., I'm a Playwright by Ira S., Water by Joanna M., The Swingin' Tree by Bill T., Visionaries by Suzanne F., Cheese Girl by Josie L., Teachable Moments by Mark S.
Jury & Timekeeper: Tom, Wendy, Leah, & Rob.
August 19, 2014
at the Old Town Hall
Top Honors: Susanne Schmidt for Never Done. Honorable Mention: Kevin Gallagher for The Trouble with Lycra, and Mark Stein for Durable Goods.
Also heard live: The Ten Widows & Spinsters in Pond Village in the '40s by Ruth G., Cloudland Hike by Julia L., Vacation from Hell by Charles B., Take a Bite out of Crime by Rowly B., How I Ended Up in Vermont by Linda K., Dew on the Grass by Bill T., What Are You Going to Do about College? by George D., Drive with Pop Top Locked by Rick A., Wise Decision by John M.
Jury & Timekeeper: Cyndi, Christina, Justin, & Ira.
July 19, 2014
at Espresso Bueno
Top Honors: Joanna Meyer for Just Keep Going. Honorable Mention: Chris Miller for The House of Hanover.
Also heard live: Hypochondria by Molly W., The Absolute Truth by Anne F., Iron Horse by Bill T., My Second Abortion by Cyndi S., The Best Comedian in Vermont by Colin R., Exotic Feminism by Joni A., Bad Day by John M., Lessons on Skis by Kevin G.
Jury & Timekeeper: Malcolm, Rick, Tom, & Hilary.
June 14, 2014
at The Blue Barn
Top Honors: Bobby Stoddard for My Trip to the Bastyr. Honorable Mention: Bill Torrey for Horsin' a Potato Hook.
Also heard live: Christmas at the Strangers by Kevin G., The Chimney by Geof H., Follow Directions by John M., The Hose by Suzanne F., What's the Worst That Could Happen? by Susanne S., Powerful Beyond Measure by Colin R., Night Train by Kevin K., The Mighty Tuscaroras by Dennis M., Social Lubricant by Mark S.
Jury & Timekeeper: Wendy, Heather, Lindsey, & Marci.
May 9, 2014
at Espresso Bueno
Top Honors: Chris Miller for Fifteen Minutes of Fame. Honorable Mention: Mark Stein for Sandwich Bound, and John Mascitti for Good Decisions.
Also heard live: Scars by Bill T., Slingshot by Chris R., Queen Anne by Julia L., Rhyme and Punishment by David K., They Call Me 'Powder' by Colin R., Dad's Gonna Get a Ticket by George D.
Jury & Timekeeper: Sally, Kate, Georgiana, & Nora.
April 3, 2014
at Bridgeside Books
Top Honors: Gin Ferrara for Yard Work. Honorable Mention: Julia Lynam for A Little Jersey Heifer, and Bill Torrey for El Toro.
Also heard live: Washing Machine by Mark S., Stan's Idea by Paul B., Somebody Stole My Car! by Recille H., Buttercups by Rick A., Do You Know What Happens in a Mausoleum? by Tom S., Joy Ride by Vivian J., Second Opinion by John M.
Jury & Timekeeper: Bobby, Clancy, Chris, & Maggie Mae.
March 1, 2014
at Espresso Bueno
Top Honors: Mark Stein for Bedouin Tent. Honorable Mention: Bill Torrey for Hairy, and David Kelley for You Can't Fix Stupid.
Also heard live: Recital by Sean W., The World's a Stage: Thanks, Mom by Dennis M., Vermont Nerds by Colin R., A Christmas Story by Helen J., Flat Spot by John M., Reds Meadow by Carl E.
Jury & Timekeeper: Lynn, Rob, Amos, & Lindsey.
January 24, 2014
at Post #03 of The American Legion & on ORCAmedia.net
Third Annual Tell Off:
Extemporaneous Storytelling Tournament of Champions!
1st Prize: Recille Hamrell for Finding My Voice. 2nd Prize: Justin Sargent for Appreciation. 3rd Prize: Dennis McSorley for The Other Dennis McSorley.
Also heard live at the Tell Off (in order of appearance): Botany Class by Helen Labun Jordan, Coming of Age by Julia Chafets, Weary Travelers by Mark Stein, Unreliable by Colin Ryan.
Jury & Timekeeper: Kate Harbaugh, Bill Morancy, Emma Moros, & Rowly Brucken.
December 4, 2013
at Nutty Steph's
Top Honors: Colin Ryan for The Day a Sixth-Grader Stood Up for Me. Honorable Mention: Chris Miller for Perc Test, and Dennis McSorley for Bing's Christmas.
Also heard live: Reality Check by Irvin E., Breathless by Paul B., The Blackout of 2003 by Carlton A., Dumpster Bear by Maggie Mae A., My Brilliant Career by Geof H., Castration by Carl E., Fire Walk by Mark S.
Jury & Timekeeper: Bill, Wendy, Sharon, & Mariah.
October 25, 2013
at Espresso Bueno
Top Honors: Mark Stein for The Leech & Fart Story. Honorable Mention: Kate Harbaugh for You're Not the First, and William Rice for Character-Building Fishing Trip.
Also heard live: I'm a Lesbian for You by Julia C., WVVY by Bill M., Happy Halloween by Chris R., Haystack by Paul B., Butterfly Vow by Beth B., Halloween Caper by Gin F., Yellow Rose of Texas by Jerome B., Don't Joke About Lost Nipples by Amanda F., Rocky in Real Life by Colin R.
Jury & Timekeeper: D, Leah, Heather, & Dave.
September 20, 2013
at The Blue Barn
Extemporaneous stories told by: Rob Hitzig, Ira Sargent, Romni Palmer, and Mark Stein.
Impromptu stories told by: Jen D., Geof H., Chris M., Heather P., Nicole G., and Jim V.
August 20, 2013
at Kismet
Top Honors: Dennis McSorley for The Night I Met My Father, and Emma Novins for Dust. Glass. Cracks. Honorable Mention: Larry Novins for Six Words.
Also heard live: The Revenge of the Tischlers by Ella M., Dumb & Dummer by Paul B., Call It Karma by Aleks C., Caledonia County Justice by Dave K., Greased Angel by Bobby S., Missing Keys by Justin S., I Remember Billy Wilbur by Theo E., Trumpet Trauma by Rob S.
Jury & Timekeeper: Nick, Annie, Kate, & Rob.
July 16, 2013
at the Old Town Hall
Top Honors: Marya Merriam for Why I Am Not James Bond. Honorable Mention: William Rice for Turning Up the Heat, and Bonnie Fallon for Envision: It Works.
Also heard live: The Little Truck by Ira S., Frisky by Denise H., Sometimes Things Happen in Threes by Jeff T., Hotel Desk Clerks by Rowly B., Moving the Heifers by Dorcas W., Running Out of Gas by Dan C., Be Careful What You Wish For by Paul B., My Childhood Home by Ernest S.
Jury & Timekeeper: Dania, Aleks, Mary, & Katherine.
June 14, 2013
at Espresso Bueno
Top Honors: Justin Sargent for Peppermint's Husband. Honorable Mention: Mara Trepanier for The Death of Woody.
Also heard live: Lost by Paul B., Homeless by Aleks C., Sheriff Skinner's Hotel by Xenia W., You Never Know by Geof H., Running and Cancer by Rowly B., Beautification Project by Ella M., My Wife's Dog Doesn't Understand Me by Carl E.
Jury & Timekeeper: Jari, Jake, Eric, & Katherine.
May 14, 2013
at Kismet
Top Honors: Lauren Walker for That, Then, Is Yoga. Honorable Mention: Kate Harbaugh for 2009 Was a Crappy Year.
Also heard live: A Cop When You Need One by Dennis M., I Lost My Grip by Carl E., My Escape from Federal Prison by Xenia W., Vast Difference by Paul B., Booger? by Bobby S., I'm Goin' to Hell by Tom M., The Virgin & the Hot Dog Cart by Nancy S., The Mayor of Osborne Street by Dvora Z., With All Due Respect by Ashley W.
Jury & Timekeeper: Bernie, Dave, Putter, & David.
April 9, 2013
at Kismet
Top Honors: Recille Hamrell for My Moment of Fame, and Dennis McSorley for Family Plot(s). Honorable Mention: Lauren Walker for The Names Have Been Changed.
Also heard live: I'm Gonna Kick Your Ass by Rowly B., Bugs by Ella M., Sarajevo Treasures by Eric B., Notes from the Exit Door by Bettina D., Karma by Paul B., A Story within a Story within a Story by Theo E.
Jury & Timekeeper: Diane, Amanda, Molly, & Eliza.
March 8, 2013
at Espresso Bueno
Top Honors: Barb Balseiro for Communication. Honorable Mention: Emma Moros for Lesson Learned.
Also heard live: The Garden Party by Carl E., Rebu by Dan J., The Drawer by Dennis M., Thermal Stress by Julia W., The English Center by Justin S., The Blueberry Blues by Nancy S., Innocent Honesty of Children by Jerome B., Orientation by Paul B., Home by Bronwyn F.
Jury & Timekeeper: Geof, Aleks, Amy, & Rob.
February 2, 2013
at Post #03 of The American Legion
Second Annual Tell Off:
Extemporaneous Storytelling Tournament of Champions!
1st Prize: Julia Chafets for I Love My Job! 2nd Prize: Alison Moncrief Bromage for The Wedding Guest. 3rd Prize: Chris Riddell for Always Test a Small, Inconspicuous Area First.
Also heard live at the Tell Off (in order of appearance): Christmas in Texas by Bobby Stoddard, LOL by Ashley Watson, Final Exit by Donny Osman, Peggy by Bill Morancy.
Jury & Timekeeper: Paul Boffa, Gin Ferrara, Nancy Schulz, & Geof Hewitt.
January 2, 2013
at Nutty Steph's
Top Honors: Dennis McSorley for Two Ladies. Honorable Mention: Chris Colt for Lunch at Nobu, and Tom Stevens for The Last Socialist.
Also heard live: Digging a Hole by Justin S., Escape from Puno by Rob H., Chain Reaction by Bob W., Smile by Geof H., The Christmas Story by William B., Still High by Tom M., Nightmare at 25 Feet by Paul B., Lost Tooth by Craig J.
Jury & Timekeeper: Marci, Craig, Wendy, & Katrina.
December 3, 2012
at Cork Wine Bar & Market
Top Honors: Bobby Stoddard for Moochin' a Packy. Honorable Mention: Geof Hewitt for My Trip to Chicago, and Beth Barndt for Home.
Also heard live: Twilight Zone by Paul B., Full Moon Skiing by Ian S., Hippo Story by Roger C., Rose, Jackie, & Me by Nancy S., High School Reunion by Lauren W., Finishing Last by Justin S.
Jury & Timekeeper: Katrina, Marci, Val, & Rob.
October 30, 2012
at Kismet
Top Honors: Bobby Stoddard for Monkey DNA. Honorable Mention: Aleks Chernomazov for The Perfect Fixer-Upper, Lauren Walker for Sick in Peru, and Justin Sargent for That Time I Got Stabbed.
Also heard live: Dogsledding by Barb B., Stuck in the Mud by Dvora Z., The Big One by Paul B., Late Night Talk by Danil R., Early Sex by Geof H., Secret Service by Donny O., My Daughter the Dragon by Sharon O.
Jury & Timekeeper: Rob, Ellen, Zach, & Ella.
September 28, 2012
at Espresso Bueno
Top Honors: Jerome Bolkum for I Hate Snakes. Honorable Mention: Chris Riddell for A Dog Named Judy.
Also heard live: Swan Dive by Paul B., Don't Expect Sympathy by Charles O., Campaign Stories by Donny O., Have I Got a Vacation for You! by Nancy S., The Pink Sweater by Geof H., Big Girls DO Cry by Dvora Z.
Jury & Timekeeper: Wendy, Amy, Scott, & Craig.
August 23, 2012
at Tulsi Tea Room
Top Honors: Julia Chafets for The Most Disgusting Conversation Starter Ever. Honorable Mention: Amanda Payne for Uncursed.
Also heard live: Only Child/Big Brother by Gin F., The Bog by Ella M., Goodbye by Amanda F., A Hundred Rides by Marci Y.
Jury & Timekeeper: Dvora, Wendy, David, & Aleks.
July 20, 2012
at The Blue Barn
Top Honors: Donny Osman for How I Escaped Communist Poland. Honorable Mention: Geof Hewitt for There Will Be No Fuss.
Also heard live: I Have an Ebection! by Amanda F., What-EVER by Nancy S., Grandma's Treasures by Elaine C., Tony Don't Dance! by Chris R., The World Below by Paul B., Cardines Field by Bill M., Gambling with the Lord by Phil S., Driving Lessons by Dvora Z.
Jury & Timekeeper: Felicia, Julia, Yvonne, & Hillary.
June 15, 2012
at Espresso Bueno
Top Honors: Chris Riddell for Do You Believe? Honorable Mention: Barbara Boutsikaris for Facebook: An Illusion of Missed Opportunities.
Also heard live: Time Zones & Donald Trump by Hillary M., Training Wheels by Nancy S., I Was a Damned Dirty Hippie by Andy L., Untitled by Melissa S., Georges Picot by Beth B., The Lie by Barbara B.
Jury & Timekeeper: Phil, Romni, Dvora, & Bill.
May 2, 2012
at the CineClub
Top Honors: Ira Sargent for The Driving Story. Honorable Mention: Nancy Schulz for Donor Tissue, and Barbara Balseiro for Bed Bath.
Also heard live: Be My Guest by Bettina D., How the State House Got Its Vegetable Garden by Carl E., A Much Deserved Vacation by Wendy F., Denise by Paul B., Seneca by Dvora Z., Lemme Make a Few Calls by Chuck B.
Jury & Timekeeper: Ellen, Kristin, Tom, & Emily.
April 2, 2012
at Studio Place Arts (SPA)
First Annual Tell Off:
Extemporaneous Storytelling Tournament of Champions!
1st Prize: Bill Morancy for Tennessee. 2nd Prize: Julia Chafets for Fletcher: Man, Myth, Legend. 3rd Prize: Bettina Desrochers for Requiem.
Also heard live at the Tell Off (in order of appearance): 3 Sheets to the Wind by Paul Boffa, Return to the Kingdom by Nancy Schulz, Monster Maul by Maggie Mae Anderson.
Jury & Timekeeper: Naomi Flanders, Jim Higgins, Donny Osman, & Dvora Zipkin.
February 24, 2012
at Espresso Bueno
Top Honors: Chuck Bruder for Shiksas. Honorable Mention: Theo Exploration for Don't Forget to Tip Your Barista, and Will Roberts for Chicken Leg.
Also heard live: Smitten by the Straw Hat by Nancy S., Rule #1: Do Chores Sober by Seth M., For Mom by Dvora Z., Peace and Love and a Village of Boxes by William B., Turkey Day by Devin B., Double Date by Pam W.
Jury & Timekeeper: Karine, June, Barbara, & Katherine.
January 19, 2012
at Tulsi Tea Room
Top Honors: Alison Moncrief Bromage for Stones-R-Stones, Stones-R-Us. Honorable Mention: Bobby Stoddard for The Ejaculate Conception, and Theo Exploration for Friends & Family.
Also heard live: Seduction by Dvora Z., Year of the Rat by Mary Anna A., The Neighbor by Lauren O., My Short Life with UPS by Nancy S., I Want Brad Pitt's Hair by Aaron F., What's My Line? by Paul B., Dropping the Ball by Eileen G., Another Day at the Segway Parade by Kelly M.
Jury & Timekeeper: Aleks, Ella, Kate, & Heather.
December 5, 2011
at the CineClub
Top Honors: Paul Boffa for Farm Sounds. Honorable Mention: Lauren Ober for Deer Season.
Also heard live: Guns and Rock & Roll by Theo E., Anthrax? by Julia C., Poop over Vermont by Will R., Lost by Otto T., Kismet by Devin B., November Light by Naomi F.
Jury & Timekeeper: Fred, David, Beth, & Patty.
November 1, 2011
at the CineClub
Top Honors: Paul Boffa for Step Up to the Plate. Honorable Mention: Eileen Gatti for The Trek.
Also heard live: Cheryl Tiegs by Bobby S., Mom's Trick or Treat by Naomi F., It Happened at 7:30 this Evening by Martin P., The Ways of the World by Otto T., Chicago by Lauren O., Virgin Birth by Devin B., Three Butts & Three Pricks by Nancy S., Running Out of Gas in St. J. by Beth B., Doodle by Donny O.
Jury & Timekeeper: Donna, Monica, Theo, & Jeff.
October 6, 2011
at Nutty Steph's
Extemporaneous stories told by: William Bridwell and Bobby Stoddard.
Impromptu stories told by: Jen D., Antenna W., Bob G., Dvora Z., Matt B., Paul I., and Ed D.
August 10, 2011
at Kismet
Top Honors: Otto Trautz for What If Something Should Happen to You? Honorable Mention: Julia Chafets for On the Edge, and Daniel Dolan for Pig Valdez.
Also heard live: Me & My Mother by Beth B., The Universe Story/I Love, a Story by William B., Gaydar by Bobby S., Sage's Death by Fred C., Untitled by Simon D.
Jury & Timekeeper: Janice, Sarah, John, & Dvora.
June 29, 2011
at Kismet
Top Honors: Bobby Stoddard for What You Doing? Honorable Mention: Maja Waern for Why I Am Ashamed of Being Swedish: The Difference Between Where I'm from and Here, and Otto Trautz for Shannon.
Also heard live: The Press Conference by Bob T., Fifty Percent by Maggie Mae A., Stranger Than Science by Paul B., I'm Sorry, Andy Conkey by Will R., Magic by William B., Missing Socks by Fred C., Bad Teacher by Lauren O., My Trip to Europe by George S.
Jury & Timekeeper: Bettie, Bella, Bennett, & Julia.
May 23, 2011
at Langdon Street Cafe
Top Honors: Otto Trautz for Hitchhiker. Honorable Mention: Heather Pipino for Ode to the Langdon Street Cafe, Val Slayton for Spike, and Bobby Stoddard for Me & Martina.
Also heard live: Gasoline by Maggie Mae A., My First Job in Vermont by George S., Diaper Dog by Lauren O., Tale from the Tour by Nancy S., Scooter's Story by Beth B., Untitled by Bettina D., My Father by Neville B.
Jury & Timekeeper: Paul, Carol, Elisa, & K.C.
April 13, 2011
at Kismet
Top Honors: Bettina Desrochers for How I Know Loretta Blaisdell. Honorable Mention: Nancy Schulz for How I 'Think' I Lost My Virginity, and Beth Barndt for An Incident at Charlie-O's.
Also heard live: Whirled Peas by Paul F., Our Lobster Dinner by Otto T., Which One Am I? by Liz A., Boats by Parker N., The Story Is in the Eye of the Beholder by Julia C., It's Just My Mom by Charles O., Master Dancer by Ivan M., Hair by Dvora Z.
Jury & Timekeeper: Lisa, Melissa, Michelle, & Nancee.
February 8, 2011
at the Savoy Theater
Top Honors: Nancy Schulz for A Halloween Surprise. Honorable Mention: Kreig Pinkham for My India Story.
Also heard live: How I Decided to Become a Comedian by Beth B., I Found a Way Out by Liz A., Untitled by Erik G., Meeting the God by Ivan M., What's in a Name? by Paul F., The Bus by Bob T.
Jury & Timekeeper: Ben, Fearn, Bettina, & Valerie.
November 1, 2010
at The Black Door Bar and Bistro
Top Honors: Bobby Stoddard for Babies, and Otto Trautz for Raffle Gone Wrong. Honorable Mention: Parker Nichols for The Unabomber's Nephew, and Lauren Ober for Drowning.
Also heard live: A Simple Pleasure by Elizabeth W., Honesty Is the Best Policy...Or Is It? by Dvora Z., As Time Goes By by Paul F., Happy Birthday by Tina F., Reformed Journal Peeper by Sharon O., The King and I Meets Modern Times by Liz A., No Scissors by Beth B., How I Got to Vermont by Fred C.
Jury & Timekeeper: Bonnie, Christsonthy, Nora, & Romni.
September 1, 2010
at The Black Door Bar and Bistro
Top Honors: Otto Trautz for Catwoman, and Rob Squire for Searching for God on Rodeo Drive. Honorable Mention: Maggie Mae Anderson for There Is No Moral to This Story, and Charles O'Connor for Robert [Space]Son.
Also heard live: How I Came to Move to Vermont by Beth B., Paul's Bear-Proof Bread by Paul M., Chicken Pox by Will R., The Fingernails by Marty T., Light My Fire and I'll Sink Your Boat by Christina B., That White %$#@&*! Horse by Jim H., Strawberry Fields by Wendy F.
Jury & Timekeeper: K.C., Ginger, Chris, & Ralph.
June 22, 2010
at The Black Door Bar and Bistro
Top Honors: Otto Trautz for Thank You, Thief, and Julia Chafets for My Dad's STD Story. Honorable Mention: Maggie Mae Anderson for When a Tree Falls in the Woods, Do You Hear Maggie Scream?
Also heard live: Pirate! by Jody S., Untitled by Wendy F., Max Gone Wild by Peter N., Granddad by David W., The Summer of '06 by Steve S.
Jury & Timekeeper: Margaret, Paul, Julie, & Tara.
March 22, 2010
at The Black Door Bar and Bistro
Top Honors: Anne Nadel for On a Roller-Coaster with a Pirate. Honorable Mention: Dvora Zipkin for Nekama: An Act of Revenge, and Jim Higgins for Why We Lost Vietnam...Briefly.
Also heard live: The Pat Down by Parker N., There Are No Accidents/My Bleeding Heart by William B., The Nontypical Spikehorn by Christina B., Untitled by Missa A., Neurochemical Diaries: Setting Off a Landmine from the Perspective of Dimethyltryptamine by Thomas G., Crib to Death Bed by Steven P., Fear of Falling by Will R.
Jury & Timekeeper: Amanda, Michael, Sarah, & Fearn.