On October 5, 2008, at 2:00pm, poetry lovers will gather once again at the lovely penthouse of Shanna Rosen overlooking Santa Monica Bay -- for the nineteenth consecutive bi-annual meeting.  Though the group is diverse, they all have one thing in common: a love of poetry and a desire to share their favorites with fellow alums and friends.  Some read their own work, while others read old favorites and new discoveries.  A few simply choose to partake of the wine, cheese, and fruit buffet...and enjoy the casual but stimulating ambiance.  Come join us; meet some old friends and make some new ones.  All Columbians and friends of Columbia are welcome.

ADDRESS: 1045 Ocean Avenue, Penthouse, Santa Monica -- right across from the California Incline about one block north of Wilshire Boulevard.  Enter the building and walk up two flights.  If the lobby door is locked (it is usually open), call (310)576-6025.

PARKING: All-day metered and unmetered parking is right in front at 25 cents for fifteen minutes; a public parking structure is on 2nd. Street just south of Wilshire (first two hours are free); or valet park at the Fairmount Miramar Hotel on the next block.  

COST: $10.00 for members and their guests; and $12.00 for non-members.

RESERVATIONS: Do Not Register Online.  Send a check (payable to CUAASC) to Ed Hakim, unit#108, 1032 N. Sweetzer Avenue, West Hollywood, CA 90069.  For more information, call Ed at (323)654-9304.  Attendance is limited to fifteen (15) people -- so don't wait to register.