Improvement

Please   Mon Jun 22, 2009 11:39 am GMT
In the news story I'm working on about an event, I started two consecutive paragraphs as follows:
[Paragraph 1] A series of presentations followed: ...

[Paragraph 2] An open discussion between members ensued...

I feel that's sorta dull because both beginnings have basically the same structure. Could you make it sound any more smooth or colorful?

Also, what about this one, how can you improve it:
the interactive session encouraged transparent dialogue and answered and addressed a series of questions and concerns.

Thanks.
American   Mon Jun 22, 2009 1:43 pm GMT
I honestly think it's fine the way it is.