Pictured Above: (from left) Gracie (Dragonfly Twin), Daniela Tejeda (Dragonfly Twin), Emma (Birdie, w/daisy and green dress), Faith Haskell (Birdie- Green Top and Pants), Jan Bozarth (Author), Elaine McLaughlin (River Maiden), Amy Atchley (Singer), Kailey (Queen Patchouli).. Costumes by Jennifer Ayers…

Photography by AIRSHP

When: Sunday January 22nd, 2012 – 3-5pm
Where: Galaxy Dance Studios (1700 South Lamar Suite 338, Austin, TX 78704)

Dance Experience

Required in any style, including Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Modern, Hip Hop, Break, Cheer, Dance Team or Martial Arts. Must be able to learn and perform choreography quickly. Cast members will receive a small fee and FGA gift!!

What to Bring

• A photo of yourself (head shot)
• Wear clothing you can move in.
• Auditions start promptly at 3pm.
• Girls under 18 must have a parent/guardian sign a release form.

Unfortunately, she’s not very good at shape-shifting yet, so she’s given a guide named Kano—who’s distractingly gorgeous in his human form. But right away they get off on the wrong foot; Sumi can’t understand why this boy doesn’t seem to like her. When they find out that an evil fairy queen holds the final mirror shard needed to complete their mission, Sumi will have to discover what true beauty and perfection are, or she could lose Kano and her chance to become a fairy godmother.

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I like to think about friendship this way. It is a “give and take”. Sometimes you are the strong one and sometimes you just need a shoulder to cry on. So I am sending out this “THANKS” to all my friends who are there for me when I need them, but don’t mind asking for help too. It’s a gift to have a friend! Pass it on!

Merry Christmas from the Fairy Godmother Academy!!!!

In Book 1, Birdie’s Book, Birdie comes to New York City from her beloved green Califa ( her name for California) and longs for a place where she can grow things. When she travels to upstate New York to visit her long lost maternal grandmother, she finds her grandmother, Mo, to be an avid plant lover with a grand garden and greenhouse. It was a labor of love to describe the perfect garden and then go on to describe it in winter. I used my mind’s eye to see in winter what the spring would, not doubt, bring to life.

Using botanical names for people is Birdie’s little game in the story. I think it’s fun to actually compare people to plants. Alongside all the real plant and nature is the fantasy natural world where all the colors are even more vivid than real life and of course gravity is not a problem. I relied on feelings and memories to describe things here.

All of this leads to another form of expression- fashion! Check out this image of Birdie in her special nature- based Fall ensemble!

I was proud to be on the same program as Peter Mayhew who is best known as Chewbacca from Star Wars, and who recently released a children’s book called My Favorite Giant which is a whimsical adventure that highlights the differences in people as being a strength instead of a weakness. Although, written for younger children, it’s message of acceptance is universal.

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Jan will be at Comic Con in Austin Nov. 11th-13th. Sunday is officially Kid’s Day and kids under 10 get in free all day! Please come see her at Booth 2942 at the Austin Convention Center. She’ll be speaking about the enchanting world of Aventurine from 3-3:45pm on Sunday, Nov. 13th. (Room A in Exhibit Hall 1 – map here)

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FairyTale: A True Story (1997)
This is an enchanting live action film based on factual accounts. It takes place during World War I and is about two English girls who are able to take pictures of fairies… or claim to. These images cause shockwaves throughout the UK. which certainly causes quite a stir throughout England including garnering the attention of celebrities like Harry Houdini and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream (1999)
Based on the beloved play by William Shakespeare, the story “portrays the events surrounding the marriage of the Duke of Athens, Theseus, and the Queen of the Amazons, Hippolyta. These include the adventures of four young Athenian lovers and a group of amateur actors, who are manipulated by the fairies who inhabit the forest in which most of the play is set. The play is one of Shakespeare’s most popular works for the stage and is widely performed across the world.” (Wikipedia)

Finding Neverland (2004)
Starring Johnny Depp and Kate Winslet, this is a charming film about J.M. Barrie, author of Peter Pan and his friendship with a widow and her children. Inspired by this family, he writes the play, Peter Pan, and unlocks a magical reality that helps the children cope with the tragedies in their lives. The fairies may be fictional, but they come to life in a way that is magical realism at its best.

Pan’s Labyrinth (2006)
This is a dark gothic fairy tale set against the postwar repression of Franco’s Spain. The fairies in this story are wise, mischievous and ever-present an follow a girl named Ofelia as she tries to fit into a new life with a sinister, power-hungry stepfather. Be warned: This fairy tale is for grown-ups only. It is intense, a little scary and extremely beautiful. Rated R.

The Secret of Kells (2009)
Follow 12-year-old Brendan as he battles Vikings and confronts an ancient serpent god on a mission to locate a legendary crystal and complete the mythical Book of Kells. Accompanying him on his dangerous mission is Aisling, a half-wolf/half-human fairy whose powers will help to guide Brendan through this enchanting yet dangerous new world.

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In Kerka’s story, the Kalis stick is a symbol of strength and hope—a gift passed down from mother to daughter. Kerka is full of energy and courage, bravely jumping in to help the ones she loves. The Kalis stick is an essential and expressive part of her Kalis dance, transforming her from girl to magical warrior.

How about making your own Kalis stick? Learn how in this Wisdom Act:

Click to earn this beautiful Wisdom Card today!

Check out lots more Wisdom Acts at the Wisdom Chooser.

By the way, Lilu’s Book is onsale now! here are just a few places where you can order it online:

• Amazon
• Borders
• Barnes and Noble

Aventurine Chocalatyl ( Chocolate Milk)

• 1 Kib Chili Pepper, split lengthwise ( seeds removed using gloves)
• 2 cups of water
• 30 magic cacao beans
• 2 tablespoons fine cornmeal
• 4 cups cream
• 1 large vanilla bean, split lengthwise
• 1 pinch of salt
• 2 sticks Aventurine cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons honey