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To remove yourself from the list please e-mail mailto:cshanafelt at ci.bellevue.wa.us<mailto:cshanafelt at ci.bellevue.wa.us> or call (425) 452-7922.  These events are not sponsored by the City of Bellevue Unless otherwise noted. This listing is for the purpose of providing readers with information about programs and events related to diversity and social issues. For more information about the Cultural Diversity Program check out  http://www.ci.bellevue.wa.us/diversity.asp<http://www.ci.bellevue.wa.us/diversity.asp>
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THE NORTHWEST ASIAN AMERICAN FILM FESTIVAL OPENS! NORTHWEST ASIAN AMERICAN FILM FESTIVAL 2004 September 30 - October 3 A great lineup of films starting this Thursday with Ramona Diaz's documentary "Imelda" and ending on Sunday with the Seattle premiere of the documentary "The Magical Life of Long Tack Sam" by Vancouver filmmaker Ann Marie Fleming. Lots of great features and short films, panel discussions, archival presentations, guest filmmakers, receptions (closing night at Seattle Asian Art Museum), and more. Three Dollar Bill Cinema Members  (with membership card)  will receive discounts at the door for every screening.  Discounted admission is...$12 for opening/closing night $7 for evening shows $4 for matinees Visit the NWAAFF 2004 for complete schedule and advance tickets: http://www.nwaaff.org<http://www.nwaaff.org/> Three Dollar Bill Cinema Producer of the Seattle Lesbian and Gay Film Festival Office Address: 915 E. Pine #402, Seattle, WA, 98122-3934 Mailing Address: 1122 East Pike Street #1313, Seattle, WA, 98122-3934 Phone: 206-323-4274 Fax: 206 323-4275 Email: info at seattlequeerfilm.com Seattle Lesbian and Gay Film Festival 2004 October 15 - 21, 2004
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Human Harmony presents "Journeys" "Its not just a show, but its an experience guaranteed to take you on a sensory roller coaster so astounding it will shake your soul", says Paul Davis, producer and founder of the Seattle based music company, Human Harmony. Premiering Saturday, October 2nd, 2004 Human Harmony will present its first original production, "Journeys", a spiritually inspired musical dramatization of the timeless stories of love. "Journeys" will inspire you as you ask the questions and reflect on your own journey through life. OH! and did I tell you that we also have Seattle's first Human Harmony drumline that will be performing too!? All this to say, this show has class, quality, uniqueness, and is professionally put together by young adults who are trying to make the world a better place one song at a time. This show is guaranteed to touch your heart. When asked what makes this show so unique Paul says, " When I founded Human Harmony my mission was to provide artists with and outlet to both develop and showcase their talent.  This show spot lights some the most talented singers and dynamic musicians in Seattle who have effectively used their artistry and skill to bring forth the many colors, faces, and shades of a universal journey, L-O-V-E." "Journeys" will show October 2nd- 3rd at 7PM at the Broadway Performance Hall located at 1625 Broadway /Seattle, WA.  Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased online at http://www.ticketwindowonline.com<file://www.ticketwindowonline.com/> (phn 325-6500) or pick-up at Broadway Performance Hall the day of the show at the box office. Box office opens at 6:30 Please call Human Harmony at 206-362-2559 for further information. http://www.HumanHarmony.com<file://www.HumanHarmony.com/>
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AFTER THE APOCALYPSE  -a feature film- Official Selection of Los Angeles Film Festival & SXSW Film Festival, AFTER THE APOCALYPSE will have its Seattle Premiere at NORTHWEST ASIAN AMERICAN FILM FESTIVAL this Saturday night (Oct. 2, 9pm)! http://www.nwaaff.org/schedule/2004-10-02-9pm.html<http://www.nwaaff.org/schedule/2004-10-02-9pm.html> Moreover, AFTER THE APOCALYPSE will premiere at following festivals in October: RAINDANCE FILM FESTIVAL, London (Oct 4) SEDONA FILM FESTIVAL TUESDAY FILM SERIES, AZ, USA (Oct 12) LAUSANNE UNDERGROUND FILM FESTIVAL, Switzerland (Oct 13-17) EDMONTON INT'L FILM FESTIVAL, Canada (Oct 14-19) DEEP ELLUM FILM FESTIVAL, TX, USA (Oct 14-21) Please don't miss it! SCREENING TIMES AND LOCATIONS http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/screenings.html<http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/screenings.html> AFTER THE APOCALYPSE - a feature film - is a futuristic fable about five survivors trying to make sense of a New World after a devastating urban catastrophe challenges all their human needs. FILM SYNOPSIS http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/synopsis.html<http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/synopsis.html> Please feel free to contact Yasuaki Nakajima (Filmmaker) or Van Diep (Northwest Asian American Film Festival) to request a DVD screener, press kit or to setup an interview.  "stark visual beauty" -David Ng, VILLAGE VOICE "...gorgeous, conveying a world similar to that of Lynch's Eraserhead" -Eric Campos, FILM THREAT "...one of the more accomplished one-man shows you're likely to see in a theater all year." -Matt Dentler, SXSW FILM FESTIVAL "a film to be approached as an experience" -Fred Thom, PLUME NOIRE TRAILER: http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/trailer.html<http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/trailer.html> REVIEWS: http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/reviews.html<http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/reviews.html> PRODUCTION NOTES; http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/backstage.html<http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/backstage.html> http://aftertheapocalypse.com/Independentjuly.html<http://aftertheapocalypse.com/Independentjuly.html> PRESS KIT http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/presskit.html<http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/presskit.html> INTERVIEWS: http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/productionnote.html<http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/productionnote.html> OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com<http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/> Official Selection SXSW Film Festival 2004 Los Angeles Film Festival 2004 Raindance Film Festival 2004 Sidewalk Film Festival 2004 Co-Winner Best Feature Film at New Jersey Int'l Film Festival 2004 Filmmaker Contact: YASUAKI NAKAJIMA Producer/Director After the Apocalypse 61-55 Gates Ave Flushing, NY 11385, USA (718) 386-5415 (NYC) (646) 732-7846 (Cell) medama at aol.com http://www.aftertheapocalypse.com<file://www.aftertheapocalypse.com/> Northwest Asian American Film Festival Van Diep Festival Publicist Northwest Asian American Film Festival 2004 c/o Northwest Asian American Theatre 409 7th Ave. S Seattle, WA 98104 chez_van at yahoo.com pr at nwaaff.org http://www.nwaaff.org<file://www.nwaaff.org/> 206.340.1445 phone 206.682.4348 fax
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Latino-Hispanic Heritage month celebration at Crossroads Bellevue 12:00-5:30 p.m. 15600 NE 8th Street October 2:  . Mariachi Ayutla, Bailadores de Bronce, Sonia Alvarado, Tropi-Cuba, Jorge "Chato" Ruiz, Razas Mestizas, Grupo Samay, Sonia Porras, New Age Flamenco. . Children's arts & crafts table. Make "Ojos de Dios". . Information Booths (Police, Fire, Sea Mar, Overlake Hospital, BCC, and other Community Groups) More information http://www.ellf.org<file://www.ellf.org/>.
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Juggernaut for Justice Your presence in this gathering initiates an inexorable energy and force for truth; a Juggernaut for Justice. We need to leave no vote behind; we must stand in one voice and continue to declare not in our name. You and I can begin to reclaim our nation. Each and every person is integral part of the Juggernaut for Justice. Our quest for truth and fairness will light this intersection of our destiny and shine on the path of justice. We, who believe in one nation under GOD, indivisible with liberty and justice for all; are determined to be that nation. Juggernaut for Justice Rally @ Westlake Center Saturday, October 2nd 12PM to 2PM Free Entertainment. Rock & Rap Artist, Leading Civil Activist and Organizations Be There! Featuring Vicki Martinez and Sons of Haggar Confirmed speakers from sponsoring organizations: Blackbox Voting, Green Party, Hate Free Zone, League of Women Voters, NION For more information: http://www.juggernautforjustice.org<file://www.juggernautforjustice.org/> or 206.878.4410
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On Monday, October 4th a new weekly discussion group will start on the book "AN ORDINARY PERSON'S GUIDE TO EMPIRE" This powerful collection of essays by feminist writer and political activist Arundhati Roy analyzes the interconnections between free-trade economics, corporate-controlled media, militarism, and the U.S. occupation of Iraq. She also makes a passionate plea for working folks around the world to link up in an international resistance movement against imperialism. EVERY MONDAY, 7pm - 8:30pm October 4 thru December 6 University of Washington, Ethnic Culture Center, Native American Rm, 3931 Brooklyn Ave. NE (one block west of University Way, near #7, 9, 72, 48 buslines). Sponsored by Campus Radical Women For more information please contact Christina 206-722-6057
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Community Forum: is your neighborhood SAFE? Tuesday, October 5, 2004 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Bailey Gatzert Elementary 1301 E. Yesler Way "We are not going to arrest our way out of this problem .." -Chief Gil Kerlikowske, Sea.le Police Dept.  Although the West Precinct (downtown area) receives only 10% of citizen complaints regarding suspected narcotics activity, over 75% of drug delivery arrests occur in the West Precinct. Yet there has been no notable reduction in drug activity downtown.  Approximately 800 officer hours are spent conducting buy-busts operations every month. These operations involve patrol officers and thus reduce the number of uniformed officers on the streets and available to respond to emergencies. This also means fewer officers are available to solve crimes.  Mid-sized U.S. cities solved an average of 37.2% of all violent crimes in 2002. In Seattle, only 11.1% of all violent crimes were solved in 2002.  Seattle spends about $3 million per year conducting low level drug arrests-in addition to the $3 million allocated to the Narcotics Division. It costs $89 per day to house those arrested in jail. How would YOU spend $3 million to make your neighborhood safe? Join your neighbors and members of city council for a community forum on creating a city budget that protects public safety, provides for drug treatment, promotes youth employment, and other proven cost-saving prevention programs. childcare, dinner, and interpreters will be provided Endorsed by the Seattle Chapter of the Japanese American Citizen's League, Every Worker's Movement, Central House, American Friends Service Committee, People's Coalition for Justice, People of Color Against Aids Network, Street Outreach Services, Seattle Young People's Project, African Youth United, the Racial Disparity Project, Communities Against Rape and Abuse, Coalition to Undo Racism Everywhere, Real Change, Minority Executive Director's Coalition, Justice Works!, People's Institute Northwest, Community Coalition for Environmental Justice, Yesler Terrace Community Council, NAACP, Western Washington Fellowship of Reconciliation, For more information, contact K.L. Shannon at the Racial Disparity Project, 206/447 -3900, ext. 564 __________________________________________________
October 5: Candidates' Forum 6:00 p.m. Robinswood High School 14844 SE 22nd, Bellevue, WA Have you ever had an opportunity as a Latino to have your voice heard? October 5th is your opportunity to be heard. Candidates attending: Democrats: Republicans: Patty Murray (rep) Dino Rossi (possible rep) Christine Gregoire (rep) George Nethercutt (possible rep) State Representative Position 1, Legislative District 41: Lance Ramsay Fred Jarrett (unconfirmed) State Representative Position 2, Legislative District 41: Judy Clibborn Fawn Spady State Representative Position 1, Legislative District 48: Ross Hunter James Whitfield State Representative Position 2, Legislative District 48: Debbie Golden Rodney Tom State Senator, Legislative District 41: Brian Weinstein Jim Horn State Senator, Legislative District 5  Cheryl Pflug Co-sponsored by The Eastside Empowerment Group and Eastside Latino Leadership Forum. More information at http://www.ellf.org<file://www.ellf.org/>
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Which Way Seattle? The Black Vote (It's not too late to get advance tickets!)  Tuesday, October 5, 2004  7pm at Downstairs at Town Hall, 1119 Seneca St (8th and Seneca), Seattle Join moderator Eric Liu, host of Seattle Voices along with panelists Carl Mack, President Seattle Branch NAACP, Cecilia Moore, King County State Executive Board, Verlene Jones, President of the Seattle Chapter of the A. Phillip Randolph Institute, and Naomi Murakawa, Assistant Professor at UW's Political Science Dept. as they address what is the "black vote", who gets it and issues of African-American voter turn out and the implications of disenfranchisement. Read CD Forum Board President Tony Miles' op-ed piece<http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/opinion/192991_blackvote30.html> in the Sept. 30th Seattle P-I.  Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students, seniors and members of any one of the following organizations: CD Forum, League of Women Voters, A Territory Resource Foundation, A. Phillip Randolph Institute. Order tickets online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com<http://www.brownpapertickets.com/> or call 1-800-838-3006.
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African American Sister's Talk Networking Luncheon Don't Miss this wonderful opportunity to connect with African American women on the move! This incredible luncheon is ALWAYS a sell-out event. Get your tickets now, they are running out fast and will NOT be available at the door. African American Sister's Talk Networking Luncheon  Presented by Yolanda Geyen, The PERFECT Plan Events Services The African American Sister's Talk Networking Luncheon, which originally began as an annual gathering of ten women has blossomed into a much anticipated event of over one hundred women!! This luncheon is one of the largest networking gatherings of African American women in Seattle!! This year's event provides "sistas" with the opportunity to make valuable connections over lunch and hear from dynamic guest speaker Judge Judith Hightower. College Club (Downtown Seattle) 505 Madison Street  October 7, 2004 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. $22.50 per person includes: Indian Style Baked Salmon or Chicken Cordon Bleu w/Roast Rosemary Potatoes Chef Vegetables, Salad, Roll and Dessert {Vegetarian Meal Available On Request} Cash or check payment must be received by Friday, October 1, 2004. Make checks payable to: The PERFECT Plan Event Services Mail Payment to: 318 27th Avenue - Upper., Seattle, WA. 98122 To confirm reservations and payments, please contact Yolanda Geyen, Principal/Event Coordinator at (206) 329-4864 or (206) 263-5279.  This Email Created by: M.L. & Associates Events Marketing Specializing in Empowerment Events & Community Marketing P.O. Box 22367 | Seattle, WA 98122 206.335.1719 (o)/206.568.3476 (f) mlassociates at juno.com<mailto:mlassociates at juno.com>
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Open Studio!  The next open studio is scheduled for October 7th 2004  Art will be hanging, tunes will be playing, and drinks will be flowing from 7PM - 10PM on October 7, 2004 in Paul McCall's studio (300H) in the 1020 1st Ave S. building!  (On 1st Ave., half a block north of Safeco Field, right across the street from the Exhibition Center)  There will be plenty of FREE parking available that evening!  There are several other artists who will be opening their studios' on the same evening in the 1020 Building which makes this a wonderful, art infused event!  Please join me for an evening of fine art and lively discussion.  Hope to see you there! - Paul McCall  Details:  What: Paul McCall's Open Studio  When: October 7, 2004 from 7PM - 10PM  Where: 1020 1st Ave. S. Suite 300H , Seattle, WA 98134 ( On 1st Ave. S. half a block north of Safeco Field, across from the Exhibition Center. Enter on 1st Ave.)  Art Detour 2004  October 23, 2004(Pioneer Square) I'm happy to announce I will be particiapting in Art Detour 2004 and will have my studio open on Saturday, October 23, 2004 from 11 am. to 6 pm. This is a great opportunity to take a peek in to my studio and my creative process. I hope you will join me. - Paul McCall  Art Detour, Seattle's largest open-studio event, is an opportunity to discover the work of the many emerging and established artists that make up Seattle's vibrant arts community. It presents a unique opportunity for artists to foster connections with individuals who are curious about the creative process or are interested in incorporating art into their surroundings. In addition, Art Detour aims to promote awareness and access for all to explore where and how art is made. The end result is a deeper awareness of the livelihood of the visual arts in Seattle and subsequent increased public support of artists in our community.  Details:  What: Art Detour  When: October 23, 2004 from 11AM - 6PM  Where: 1020 1st Ave. S. Suite 300H , Seattle, WA 98134 (and throughout Pioneer Square, Belltown, and Downtown Seattle!)  ( On 1st Ave. S. half a block north of Safeco Field, across from the Exhibition Center. Enter on 1st Ave) Paul McCall  1020 1st Ave. S. #300H  Seattle, WA 98134  (206) 419-4552  paul at paulmccall.net  http://www.paulmccall.net<file://www.paulmccall.net/> 
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Bohemian Arts Binge at Virginia's Coffee Bar October 7th and all First Thursdays at 7pm Based on the "open mike" model, these once-a-month gatherings promise an eclectic, original evening of informal entertainment. Singers, poets, pianists, acoustic instrumentalists, and other are encouraged to attend. Want more info? Call The Manager Ken Clark at (206)322-0807.
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Book Readings at Elliott Bay:  STEPHANIE M.H. CAMP Thursday, October 7 at 7:30 p.m. University of Washington professor of history Stephanie Camp makes this welcome visit over the hill from her home to introduce her newly released first book, Closer to Freedom: Enslaved Women & Everyday Resistance in the Plantation South (Univ. North Carolina). An important work this is. "Sensitive, bold, and imaginative, Closer to Freedom is the first book to place black women at the center of everyday resistance to bondage." - Douglas R. Egerton,. "This book skillfully brings into view pockets - ephemeral but resilient - in which enslaved women, in particular, struggled to sustain a 'rival geography' in which powers of mastery could be held at bay." - Julie Saville. FARAI CHIDEYA  Saturday, October 9 at 7:30 p.m. Up from San Francisco is author, print and television journalist Farai Chideya with her engaged, inspiring new book, Trust: Reaching the Missing 100 Million Voters (Soft Skull). "Farai Chideya poses a question that's central to this country, and, given our world dominance, to almost every other country: Why is the U.S. the least participatory democracy in history? Run, do not walk, to buy this book - then act on it before November 2nd." - Gloria Steinem. "There are few that can sum up the social political, and yet cultural divides and collides like Farai Chideya. Her analysis of everyday surroundings and governing structure serves as a hip play-by-play protection guide for the millennium mind." - Chuck D.
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NAACP 91st Anniversary  Keynote Speaker:  Julian Bond, Chairman National Board NAACP Location:  Mount Zion Baptist Church  Date:  October 9, 2004  Time:  6:00 p.m.  Free Reception to follow at McGowan's in Renton 
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KBCS Produces. An Evening with Esma, the Queen of Romany Songs Carlson Theatre, Bellevue Community College - October 9th , 2004 KBCS Lecture Presentation Sani Rafati, President of "Voice of Roma"  Saturday, October 9, 6:30 p.m., Black Box Theatre at the Carlson Theatre, Bellevue Community College You are invited to an entertaining and informative concert and lecture presentation on Romany culture presented by KBCS on Saturday evening, October 9th at the Carlson Theatre at Bellevue Community College. The lecture presentation is free admission and begins at 6:30. The concert begins at 7:30, and tickets cost $20. For ticket locations, please go online to http://www.kbcs.fm<file://www.kbcs.fm/>.  If you have questions, please contact KBCS General Manager, Steve Ramsey at (425) 564-2418 or sramsey at bcc.ctc.edu.
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Join Unity of Bellevue for a Special Evening with Classical Pianist Alexander Ardakov Performing the Works of Liszt, Rachmaninov, and Tchaikovsky  On Saturday, October 9th Unity of Bellevue will be hosting a performance by world renowned, Russian classical pianist, Alexander Ardakov. Alexander was born in Russia and has worked as a soloist and chamber musician at the Moscow State Philharmonia. He has performed extensively abroad, and has produced numerous recordings. Since 1991 he has been a Professor of Piano at Trinity College of Music in London.   There will be a Reception at 6:30 pm, and the Concert at 7:30 pm followed by an opportunity to meet the Artist. The cost is $15 per person. Unity of Bellevue is located at 16330 NE 4th Street, Bellevue, WA 98008. For ticket information call 425-747-5950. For more information, visit http://www.unityofbellevue.org<http://www.unityofbellevue.org/>.
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WOMEN OF WISDOM FALL FESTIVAL TEMPLE OF ORACLES, PSYCHIC FAIR AND GODDESS MARKET! Saturday, October 9th 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Sunday, October 10th, 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM.  $2 entry fee at the door Held at Sand Point Magnuson Park Activity Center, entrance at 7400 Sand  Point Way NE, Seattle WA  98115. Family fun for everyone, enjoy early holiday shopping of many diverse products from our women artists, receive a psychic reading or tarot reading, and yummy food.   In the spirit of a giveaway that honors this bountiful time of harvest and salmon homecoming,  Women of Wisdom is proud to donate our $2 entrance fee to the Fall Festival to the  Duwamish tribe for their building of a Long House.  These are the indigenous peoples of what now is called King CO. and why our wonderful city is called Seattle.  And as our honored guest, we are very fortunate to have the Honorable Cecile Hansen, Tribal Elder and spokesperson of the Duwamish People, to be present at our Fall Festival. On Sunday, October 10th at 11:00am at the Sandpoint Muguson Park activities center, Cecile Hansen and children of the Duwamish tribe will be offering a ceremony of healing and gathering for the benefit for all. This will mark the  first time  that the Duwamish have been asked to return to their ancestral land of Sandpoint as acknowledged First Peoples of Seattle.  Please come and join in all the wonderful happenings at this year's Woman of Wisdom Fall  Festival. Special workshops for women: Deena Metzger will present a workshop  on Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, A World is a Story, Writing for Healing and Vision.  $75 WOW members, $85 non-members. Jami Sieber will present a workshop on Sunday, 2:00 - 5:00 PM.  Music as a Journey, Exploring our inner and outer worlds while held in the arms of music.   $35 WOW members, $45 non members. To register for these workshops please visit the WOW website.  For a full Fall Festival schedule of events, go to http://www.womenofwisdom.org<file://www.womenofwisdom.org/>
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ACCLAIMED POET AND WRITER, DEENA METZGER, WITH POPULAR NORTHWEST CELLIST, JAMI SIEBER, PRESENT "DYNAMIC PRESENCE," AN INTIMATE EVENING EXPLORING OUR CONNECTION TO THE NATURAL WORLD THROUGH SPOKEN WORD AND LIVE MUSIC. Saturday, October 9th 7:30 PM at Sand Point Magnuson Park, Recreation  Center Theater, 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle 98115. Sponsored by Women of Wisdom Foundation Deena Metzger is a writer, storyteller and author of many books,  including Entering the Ghost River: Meditations on the Theory and Practice of Healing; The Other Hand; Tree: Essays and Piecesand Writing For Your Life. Seattle-based musician/composer, Jami Sieber, is a pioneer of the electric cello who has composed music for film, theater and dance. Her newest recording, Hidden Sky,was released earlier this year. This event is part of the Women of Wisdom Foundation's Fall Festival, which raises scholarship funds for women to attend next February's 13th annual Women of Wisdom conference, a celebration of the spirit of women through lectures, workshops and musical events by national authors, musicians and artists. Among the highlights at this year's Fall Festival includes: TheTemple of Oracles, a smorgasbord of festive events including aPsychic Fair, Goddess Arts and Crafts Market and Pampering Healing Temple; a northwest premiere of Signs of Our Times, a new film by pioneering archeologist Marija Gimbutus; and writing and music workshops.  Tickets $15. Children are half price. Tickets are available at TicketWindow, 206-325-6500 or http://www.ticketwindowonline.com<file://www.ticketwindowonline.com/>, East West Bookshop, 65th and Roosevelt Way and Edge of the Circle books on Capital Hill. For more information, visit http://www.womenofwisdom.org<file://www.womenofwisdom.org/>.
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NORTHWEST PREMIERE OF "SIGNS OUT OF TIME," A DOUMENTARY ABOUT THE LIFE AND WORK OF ARCHEOLOGIST, MARIJA GIMBUTAS WITH DISCUSSION BY FILMMAKER, DONNA REED AND AUTHOR, STARHAWK. Sunday, October 10th, 6:30 PM, held at SandPoint Magnuson Park, Recreation Center Theater, 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle WA  98115.  According to Utne Reader,"UCLA archaeologist Marija Gimbutas turned historical scholarship on its head in the '70s and 80s with research that depicted peace-loving, co-operation-based Goddess-worshipping societies in ancient Europe-- which were overrun in the Neolithic era by Indo-Europeans who imposed patriarchal order. The film is a joint production of author and activist, Starhawk and Canadian filmmaker, Donna Read who will both be present at the screening. Starhawk, one of the most respected voices in modern Goddess religion and earth-based spirituality is the author of ten books, including the classic, The Spiral Dance and The Fifth Sacred Thing. Her latest book, "Earth Path" (Harper San Francisco) is due out in October. Donna Read is one of the original members of Studio D, the innovative women's studio of the National Film Board of Canada. She is best known for directing and editing the Women and Spirituality trilogy: Goddess Remembered (1989), The Burning Times (1990), and Full Circle (1991) shown internationally. .This event is part of the Women of Wisdom Foundation's Fall Festival, which raises scholarship funds for women to attend next February's 13th annual Women of Wisdom conference, a celebration of the spirit of women through lectures, workshops and musical events by national authors, musicians and artists.  The event will be held at Sand Point Magnuson Park, Recreation Center Theater. Tickets $18 ($15 WOW members).Tickets are available at TicketWindow, 206-325-6500 or http://www.ticketwindowonline.com<file://www.ticketwindowonline.com/>, in person at East West Bookshop, 65th and Roosevelt Way in Seattle, or Edge of the Circle Books on Capital Hill.  For more information, visit http://www.womenofwisdom.org<file://www.womenofwisdom.org/>.
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CROATIAFEST Presented by Seattle Center and Festál Washington State Croatian communities gather to share and  celebrate their culture What: CroatiaFest When: Sunday, October 10, 2004 Hours: 12:00 noon - 8:00 pm Where: Seattle Center - Center House 305 Harrison Street, Seattle Cost: Free  Lively dance and compelling exhibits are just a hint of the multi-faceted experience awaiting visitors to the Northwest's first-ever CroatiaFest.  The day-long festival celebrates local Croatian Americans, their communities and their many accomplishments on Sunday, October 10 from 12:00 noon until 8:00 pm at Seattle Center. While geographically close, this event marks the first time Northwest Croatians have joined together to create an all-encompassing production focused on their history and their homeland.   "Our ethnic boundaries have changed so many times.  Croatia began as an independent ancient kingdom, came under control of other countries, and now, at last, is again its own country," says organizer Alma Plancich.  "Planning this event - collaboratively - is an acknowledgement of our ethnic and cultural identity.  We came from the Adriatic Sea to the Pacific Ocean where we assimilated into our respective communities, but this event brings us all together.  It's also an opportunity to share our culture with the larger community."  A day filled with music, song and dance also includes activities, seminars and exhibits, giving visitors to the festival insight into this distinct culture.  A presentation featuring traditional Croatian costumes - now worn primarily for special occasions and performances - emphasizes the beauty of original folk costumes and the people who wear them, and highlights the villages from which they originate.  A Croatian marketplace provides an essence of today's Croatian culture, from specialty foods and jewelry, to Croatian art and music, and a taste of traditional Croatian coffee.  Visit the Croatia Today booth hosted by the Honorary Consul of Croatia.  One of central Europe's undiscovered jewels, a video tour highlights Croatia's breathtaking landscapes.   Visual Art & Exhibits From Toronto, Canada, Croatian painter, sculptor, printmaker and poet Ante Sardelić exhibits paintings from his "Eternal Homeland" series, a touring tribute to his native land.  Originally from the city of Korčula, Sardelić's abstract images draw from symbolism and modern Cubist styles - brightly colored, intertwined figurative shapes with symbolic landscapes.  Andrea Mohorovicic, from Zagreb's Croatian Academy of Arts and Sciences, wrote of Sardelić's work, ".a profound symphony of shapes, words and music."  The exhibit has traveled to museums and galleries in cities around the world, but this is his first U.S. exhibit.  Sardelić will be available to answer questions and talk about his work.   Photo exhibits illustrate the stories of industrious immigrants and contemporary Croatian Americans in the Puget Sound region (see sidebar).  Contributing to the historical exhibit are the mining communities of Cle Elum, Ronald and Roslyn, the fishing communities of Gig Harbor, Tacoma, Everett, Anacortes and Bellingham, and the logging communities of Grays Harbor County.  This exhibit also includes artifacts.  Croats in Washington State number about 40,000. Film screenings include a recent documentary by two local filmmakers, Paul Dahlke and Adam Bobboni, and Hrvati!, a half-hour award-winning documentary by Jean Wakinshaw (with support from the National Endowment for the Arts and KCTS Public Television), about the Anacortes Croatian community in the 1970s and '80s (1:00 - 4:00, Conference Room level).  Activities Workshops and seminars are offered throughout the afternoon.  Children can learn some simple, but fun, Croatian dance steps and get their favorite Croatian design or even a butterfly drawn on their face! Special guest, master musician and maker of instruments, Nick Petrish, originally from Anacortes but now residing in Dubrovnik, Croatia, returns to the Northwest for CroatiaFest.  An authority on Croatian music and dance, he is one of few Americans who hand-makes the traditional Croatian lijerica, a pear-shaped string instrument resembling the Greek lyre that is played with a bow.  Petrish will conduct a seminar highlighting the ancient folk dance called Lindjo from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.  Originating in small villages north of Dubrovnik to celebrate special occasions, dancers of the Lindjo are traditionally accompanied by the lijerica. Music & Dance Performers from around the Northwest include nationally acclaimed Vela Luka Croatian Dance Ensemble and the Ruže Dalmatinke Orchestra (based in Anacortes), Sinovi, Seattle Junior Tamburitzans, Radost Folk Ensemble, Pasko & Damir, and Dave & the Dalmatians, and from Vancouver, BC, Kardinal Stepinac.  Dances often represent regions, traditions and various stages of Croatian history, and are presented with elaborate costumes, lively music and singing.  Native Slavic tradition melds with the outside influences of Spanish, Greek, Italian, Hungarian and Central European folk traditions.  Costuming also reflects these influences -contrasting the red and white flax, wool and silk of colonial styles with bright, bold embroidered colors and woven textures. A dance party wraps up the day's festivities beginning at 6:00 p.m. when Sinovi, Pasko & Damir, and the Ruže Dalmatinke Orchestra pick up the pace with foot-tapping music and infectious dancing.  The tamburica (Croatia's national instrument), accordion and other traditional instruments combine with regional vocal styles - including the open-throat style of interior Croatia and the bel canto style found at the Adriatic coast - for a sound that's upbeat and unmistakable.  Everyone is invited to kick up their heels and get out on the dance floor! More Information Dr. Frank Brozovich, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Croatia for Washington State, or Alma Plancich, festival organizer, are available to provide more information.  Ms. Plancich immigrated to the United States by way of Italy and Venezuela after World War II.  She is also a member and one of the founders (the other is her sister, Binki) of the Ruže Dalmatinke Orchestra (Ruže Dalmatinke means Dalmatian Roses, a name she was given as a child while singing at a refugee camp in Italy).   Visit:  http://www.croatiafest.org<http://www.croatiafest.org/> for more information. Photos are of Vela Luka Croatian Dance Ensemble and were taken by Jal Schrof. 2004 marks the ninth year of Seattle Center's Festál, a coalition of cultural community festivals designed to preserve and share traditions of individual cultures. Not-for-profit cultural associations, such as CroatiaFest and Seattle Center produce the free family-oriented festivals on an annual basis. Festál welcomes CroatiaFest as part of its ongoing commitment to building a rich and varied community.  For more information on Festál, visit http://www.seattlecenter.com<file://www.seattlecenter.com/> or call (206) 684-7200.
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March Productions presents "Tuesdays at the Cabaret" a monthly show  of original poetry and prose.  This month's theme is "Music." WHEN: Tuesday, October 12, 8PM WHERE:  Richard Hugo House 1634 Eleventh Avenue Seattle, WA 98122 Need directions? Go to http://www.hugohouse.org<file://www.hugohouse.org/> $5 admission WHO: This month will feature Rebecca Brown performing with the Better Biscuit Dance Company with original music by composer Michael Katell. WHY: Poetry is the music of language. "The soothing, repetitious libretto by Rebecca Brown was echoed in simple, telegraphed movements by choreographer Alex Martin, and the effect was surprisingly entrancing." -The Stranger For more information, contact Carol Maki of March Productions @ doleapnow at hotmail.com.
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Be there for the Social Justice Event of the Year The ATR Annual Dinner Democracy Under Siege with Angela Davis, the legendary activist, professor and author Saturday, October 16, 2004 6 to 10 pm at The Westin Grand Ballroom, Seattle 1900 5th Ave. (directions<http://www.starwood.com/westin/search/vicinity_enter.html?city=Seattle&stateProvince=WA&country=US&postalCode=&hotelLocationType=&pOI=&arrivalDate=&departureDate=&lengthOfStay=&numberOfRooms=&numberOfAdults=&amenityType1=&amenityType2=&amenityType3=&nState1=&nState2=&nCity1=&nCity2=&requestedChainCode=WI&requestedAffiliationCode=WI&propertyID=1055&returnURL=&promotionCode=&corporateAccountNumber=&rcdi=&iATANumber=&groupBlockID=&ratePlanName=&starwoodPreferredGuest=&fromSearch=22XX&H=250&W=491>) Evening includes: Grantee Fair, cocktail reception, dinner, keynote address, dessert auction and raffle prizes. Tickets: $150 Benefactor; $85 Advocate; $42 ATR Grantee Buy Tickets and Learn More<http://www.atrfoundation.org/get_involved/special_event.htm> Call (206) 624-4081 for more details. RSVP by October 11, 2004. A Territory Resource (ATR) is a progressive member-supported foundation that promotes social justice in the Northwest & Northern Rockies. In its 26 years, ATR has awarded over $11 million to more than 600 grantees challenging poverty, discrimination, racism, sexism, homophobia and other social inequities. To learn more about ATR visit http://www.atrfoundation.org<http://www.atrfoundation.org/>.
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NW Social Forum OCT 16 Parade Called Off please go to http://www.nwsocialforum.org/?q=2004/program/draftoutline<http://www.nwsocialforum.org/?q=2004/program/draftoutline> to see what's happening at the NWSF.
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The African-American Writers' Alliance will have a reading and book signing Saturday, October 16th from 4:30 - 6:30 at Gallery 110 at 110 South Washington in Pioneer Square.  Listen to us read poems from our anthology Words? Words! Words. As well as other favorite pieces.  Please mark your calendar now!  Join us for refreshments.
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Please Join us for Kinship Care: A Gathering of Families Caring for Families When Saturday Oct. 16, 2004 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Barbeque and entertainment to follow) Where African American Academy 8311 Beacon Avenue South What The Seattle office of Casey Family Programs along with several other community partners including Department of Social & Health Services, Kent Youth & Family Services, Black Child Development Institute, Seattle Affiliate, One Church One Child/Ujima, DADS, Mockingbird and a number of kinship youth and grandparents are hosting a "Gathering of Families Caring for Families."  This gathering provides an opportunity for kinship caregivers, families, service providers, community advocates and policy makers to share information and ideas, find resources and support, and celebrate families caring for families. This daylong event includes:  Workshops and information for both caregivers and young people   A youth panel to be facilitated by State Representative Eric Pettigrew  On-site massage Food & entertainment (provided free of charge)  Day care for children (ages 3 -12) Quick Facts: Nationally, 4.5 million children live in grandparent headed households, with another 1.5 million children living in households headed by other relatives.  In Washington State there are 61,905 children living in grandparent headed households.  In King County approximately 7,500 children are being raised by Grandparents (2000 census data). REGISTER Please RSVP by October 11, 2004, with Patti Plemons at 206.322-6711, ext. 2222 or by e-mail: http://www.HYPERLINK "http://by3fd.bay3.hotmail.msn.com/cgi-bin/compose?mailto=1&msg=MSG1096657137.0&start=2197407&len=32127&src=&type=x&to=seattle%40casey%2eorg&cc=&bcc=&subject=&body=&curmbox=F000000001&a=cbf6f53a37994182ffefd987993d07fc"seattle at casey.org<file://www.HYPERLINK/>.  Contact Lyman Legters, director, Seattle Field Office at 206.709-2133 llegters at casey.org<http://by3fd.bay3.hotmail.msn.com/cgi-bin/compose?mailto=1&msg=MSG1096657137.0&start=2197407&len=32127&src=&type=x&to=llegters%40casey%2eorg&cc=&bcc=&subject=&body=&curmbox=F000000001&a=cbf6f53a37994182ffefd987993d07fc> or Kikora Dorsey, senior manager permanency services 206.352-4271 or kdorsey at casey.org<http://by3fd.bay3.hotmail.msn.com/cgi-bin/compose?mailto=1&msg=MSG1096657137.0&start=2197407&len=32127&src=&type=x&to=kdorsey%40casey%2eorg&cc=&bcc=&subject=&body=&curmbox=F000000001&a=cbf6f53a37994182ffefd987993d07fc> with questions.
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The Junior Achievement Puget Sound Business Hall of Fame celebrates the accomplishments of individuals who have made a lasting impact on this region's business and society.  Since 1987, 71 laureates have been inducted into the local Hall of Fame. This premier annual event also celebrates the continuing success of Junior Achievement in improving the quality of young people's lives by sharing the opportunities of free enterprise. *William Grose (sometimes spelled "Gross"), grew up during a time when people of African origin were forbidden by law to learn to read and write. Yet he traveled to distant shores and settled in Seattle in 1860 where he became a successful businessman and landowner.  He opened "Our House," a hotel and restaurant on Yesler Way, which became a popular stop for Seattle's mostly white populace. On Tuesday, October 19th, 2004 at the historic Paramount Theater in downtown Seattle, William Grose, will be the first African American, and 1 of 4 laureates to be inducted into the local Hall of Fame. Please join us in honoring the accomplishments of this great African-American pioneer.  The reception will begin at 6:00 p.m. with the dinner and program following at 7:00 p.m. Table sponsorships are $2,000 for 8, which includes dinner and your company's logo on the table sign.   For more information on William Grose, click on the links below: http://www.historylink.org/_output.cfm?file_id=393<http://www.historylink.org/_output.cfm?file_id=393> http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/blackhistorymonth/2001860257_history19.html<http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/blackhistorymonth/2001860257_history19.html> http://www.metrokc.gov/exec/bhm/heritage.htm<http://www.metrokc.gov/exec/bhm/heritage.htm>  Tennille N. Pettis Regional Manager Junior Achievement of Washington 212 Plaza 600 Building 600 Stewart St., Suite 212 Seattle, WA 98101 W(206) 296-2625 F(206) 296-2617 http://seattle.ja.org<http://seattle.ja.org/> "Competitive golf is played mainly on a five-and-a-half inch course,  the space between your ears."  Bobby Tyre Jones Join Junior Achievement for this years JA Golf Marathon at the Golf Club at Newcastle on Monday, October 4th.  Imagine being one of only forty golfers playing from sunrise to sunset.  For more information go to http://seattle.ja.org<http://seattle.ja.org/> and click on Special Events!
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Tupac Shakur Book Discussion Group 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, featuring The Art of War by Sun Tzu 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, featuring the poetry of Nikki Giovanni 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, featuring Native Son by Richard A. Wright. What books influenced the work of the late poet and hip-hop artist, Tupac Shakur? We will read The Art of War, Native Son and the poetry of Nikki Giovanni alongside Tupac's lyrics and poetry to better understand the meaning of his work. Discussion and the exchange of ideas will be encouraged. Group meets in Room 2 on the Fourth Floor of the Central Library at 1000 Fourth Avenue, Seattle 206-615-1410. http://www.spl.org<file://www.spl.org/>
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American Heritage Series: Blood Ties: Exploring the Black Native American Experience Thursday, November 4, 2004  7pm at Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, 104 17th Ave. S and Yesler Way, Seattle In the Oklahoma Indian territory in 1860, it is estimated that 18% of Cherokees, Choctaws, Chickasaws, Seminoles and Creeks were of African descent. In an age where African-Americans are now demanding the right to claim multiple ancestries and because of broadening racial and ethnic categories, this history becomes extremely relevant. Join moderator Minty Jeffrey (Muskogee-Creek), Co-founder Colors NW and panelists Diane Million (Tanana), Assistant Professor of American Indian Studies-UW, Eddie Hill (African-American & Choctaw), Seattle-based mixed media artist and Alicia Woods, Documentary Filmmaker completing a film about Black Indians in the third installment of The American Heritage Series as they explore these historical and current ties and the notion of racial identity among Native and African Americans. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for CD Forum members/students/seniors. Order tickets online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com<http://www.brownpapertickets.com/> or call 1-800-838-3006. This event is co-sponsored by the Mavin Foundation<http://www.mavinfoundation.org/> and the Simpson Center for the Humanities<http://depts.washington.edu/uwch/>.
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A. Philip Randolph Institute, Seattle Chapter Invites you to join us for our2004 Awards Banquet When: Friday, November 12,  2004 Time: 6:30 p.m. Where: Best Western Executive Inn, 200 Taylor Avenue North, Seattle Every year we honor individuals who have assisted us in our work and served as leaders in fighting for social and economic justice in our communities.  This year we are proud to present awards to: Edward Lambert AFSCME Local 21C and Charles Rollands Community Activist for their leadership and commitment as members; King County Executive Ron Sims for his support in our struggle for economic justice in our community; and Rev. Paul Benz Lutheran Public Policy and Rev. Thomas Bogan of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church for their leadership in mobilizing the religious community in the fight for social justice. We hope you will plan to join us as we honor these hard working individuals in our community.  As a community activist we can use your support in making this a successful event.   We would appreciate a confirmation of your participation.  If you have any questions please contact Verlene Jones, Seattle Chapter President, at (206) 770-7697.
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ADEFUA Cultural Education Workshop (ACEW) <http://www.planetafua.com/<http://www.planetafua.com/>> HTTP://WWW.PLANETAFUA.COM<file://WWW.PLANETAFUA.COM/> Odunde Festival 2004 (Pre-Thanksgiving Weekend) Workshops! Saturday, Nov 20th  Seattle Central Community College Fitness Center- Call now to register! Drum Workshop 12:30-1:30pm Dance Warm-up 1:45-2:15pm Dance Workshop 2:30-4:00pm Dance Workshop 4:15-5:45pm Monday, Nov 22nd Fremont Drum Shop.   900 North 34th Dance Workshop 7:00-8:30pm Two Concerts!  Sunday, Nov 21st  Broadway Performance Hall At Seattle Central Community College 1625 Broadway, Seattle, WA 3:00pm and 7:30pm show times Contact:   TicketMaster  &  Ticketwindowonline.com  FREE! African Market Place 2pm until AFRICAN FOOD, HOLIDAY GIFTS & MORE! "Khawaore"  The night of the Griot people. Djialy Kunda Kouyate et Taranga with Souleymane N'Diaye Featuring:  "The Twins"  Assane & Ousseynou Kouyate, Awa Badji, Mame Djitte, Samba Guisse, Souleymane N'Diaye, Mady Kouyate, Kenneth Lawrence, Naby Camara, Modibo Traore, Assane M'Baye, Thione Diop, Afua N'Diaye & More! When you think of Cultural Arts in the city of Seattle, you have to think of Adefua Cultural Education Workshop. A non-profit organization that is committed to developing and maintaining relationships with community agencies, cultural councils, school districts, scholars, parents and education-focused organizations. Experience Odunde Fest 2004! Adefua invites you to celebrate 19 years of vibrant cultural arts at the Annual Odunde Festival scheduled for November 20-21 at the Seattle Central Community College and Broadway Performance Hall in Seattle.  The Odunde Fest is a community celebration of the African Harvest, giving thanks to the creator for life!.   "Khawaore"  The night of the Griot people   The Entire weekend provides a collaboration of local cultural and community organizations that excite the best of the best, international artists along with Seattle's finest entertainers will be a part of this exciting show.  Come experience fun for all-interactive drumming and dance workshops on Sat. November 20th at the Seattle Central Community College-Fitness Center & on Mon Nov 22nd at the Fremont Drum Shop 900 N. 34th street.  Come witness Two Shows Only! Sunday, November 21st 3pm and 7:30pm Located at the Broadway Performance Hall, located in Seattle on the corner of Broadway and Pine streets). All events are suitable for the entire family.  Visit the "The African Market Place" which features merchants displaying thousands of African centered gifts! Hot food! Community networking and more!.   The "African Market Place is FREE and open to the public 2 hours prior to each show! If you would like more information about Adefua Cultural Education Workshop and how you can support their continued efforts to keep cultural arts vibrant, please call now! To Purchase Tickets:  Ticketsonline.com * Ticketmaster.com - 206.292.ARTS  *  Planetafua.com  * The Adefua Center - 206.722.6602 
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