This week we had Co. commissioner candidate Chris Dole, a democrat running as an independent against Greg Hartman, Republican, whose only qualification is that his father was Bush’ and Cheney’s attorney, and who is currently Clerk of Courts. Chris is well qualified and will probably win. Whooeee! Read our table notes for his spiel.
Check out his website: http://www.chrisdole.com/
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................................................... Section One: Table Notes ............................................................................ (Note: these notes were taken at the table and have NOT been approved or corrected by the speakers. Reader beware of inevitable misunderstandings and misrepresentations. E.B.)
At the table Wednesday 9/17/08
Bill Limbacher, Carolyn Aufderhaar, Daisy Quarm, Janet Kalven, Mira Rodwan, Elaine Bradford, Gwen Marshall, Chris Dole, David Rosenberg, Ellen Bierhorst
Preamble ready by Elaine.
Mira: Weekend after this, Sept 27- 28, Sat & Sun, “The Great Outdoor Weekend”
Sponsored by Imago, Cinti Nature Center, Ham Co Parks, Whole Foods, Park & Vine, etc. Pick up map and program at public Library branches. Zoo.
A MUSICAL rally, “Rock the Vote”, Sat. Oct 4 8 pm St. John
S Church. Muse, Drums for Peace, Freedom Singers, ... Registration to vote.
“Naked Clown Calendars” for sale, $20 asked, any donation starting with $5. Benefit for MS.
Gwen: Northside Community Council... Political forum 8 to 9:30 this Monday 22 Sept at McKee Center on Chase. Pannel ... Issues of the Red Light camera, and PR voting. Co Commissioners candidates, and candidates for Recorder and Treasurer of County. 2 Judges Cout of Common Pleas.
David This Sunday Sept 21, celebration of local food, Civic Garden Center 3 – 5. Collecting $$ for the Local Food Access project (Deborah Jordan et al.)
CHRIS DOLE for Co. Commission
Gwen: We knew that there was to be no opposition of Greg Hartman and Todd Portune; a deal between the parties so that they could save money for the national campaign. So I am a Green party person, and we were delighted that Chris was running.
Chris: On Friday Jan 4 I’m watching the news, heard Todd Portune talking about a deal. The Republican Party would not endorse the Rep. candidates opposing Todd, and the Dems. Wouldn’t put up anyone to run against Greg Hartman. I figure it the Dems could have had a third seat on the Co. Commission. Also the Dems are not running anyone to oppose Sherriff, the Prosecutor, the Co Engineer, and most judges. I thought the “deal” was ridiculous. So I filed as an independent. The Bd of Elections said I’d need 2895 valid signatures on a petition to run. That means I’d need at least 4000 signatures to run. ... But the electrician union were excited (I am an electrician), they backed me. Everyone was upset about the “deal”. People jumped up to help me get signatures.
Then I called the Enquirer. They interviewed. They did a couple stories on me. City Beat was very good, Kevin Osborn wrote a couple articles. WLW TV did a story. ... Ended up with 4772 Signatures. 88% validity rate, higher validity rate than anyone they every had seen.
I am a registered Democrat. But the Party is not supporting me.
(How’s come an electrician, Crosby Township Trustee is qualified to be Co Commissioner.)
The township trustee is a smaller version as Co Commissioners, ... According to the state code. Three commissioners and a clerk. You do not have to be a lawyer...we have a lawyer there at our meetings. Same kinds of decisions: roads; zoning; ... I have been working with the Regional Planning commission for 9 years. I know the Co administrator and the 4 assist. administrators: Job and Fam Services; Public Works; Economic Devel; Budget.
The township trustees have lots of contact with the Commissioners. (Story about an annexation proposal... Todd P. the best. ) I started attending more and more Commission meetings. Found that the Commissioners were not well informed about county issues. I have attended workshops and trainings for years.
David (What kind of new big ideas do you want to bring?)
Chris There are other areas than the Banks development. I have no problem with gambling. ... Lawrenceburg IN gives a lot of money for infrastructure etc. to attract new Honda Plant, for instance.
I like the mass transit idea. In 2002 Metro had a plan, light rail and hubs. But it ignored the whole West side. City streetcar plan is good, but needs to go farther north. Builds excitement, energy in neighborhoods again.
When people call with questions about roads, about development, about the co. engineer, to give them right answers.
Daisy What is a co commission meeting like?
Chris The administrator presents recommendations, e.g. Money given to Job and Family Services or Veterans Commmission... And the commissioners decide.
Gwen Greg Hartman, Chris’ opponent has no relevant experience; at any level of gov’t; his father was Bush’ and chenny’s lawyer (this is unconfirmed); he has been clerk of courts.
Chris it is about making wise decisions for the people. There are 4,000 jobs in the county.
(Privatizing?) I don’t like it. There are contractors and sub contractors, and the county is not empowered to oversee. Sometimes the sub contractors don’t pay their employees right...
(Ellen: What are your chances?)
Chris Greg Hartman has no signs... My chances are excellent. The democrats will vote not for Greg Hartman; I figure I will get the Dem. Vote and the Independent vote. Those people won’t vote for the Republican Hartman. I’ve got the Unions behind me solidly.
Chris, Gwen and Elaine Bradford at the Salon last night.
~ End of Table Notes~
- Hugs to everyone,
Ellen
Section Two: Events & Opportunities
Global Sound Healing Day Sept. 21, 2008
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Think about it: “President Obama gives inaugural address”; “President Obama gives State of the Nation”; “President Obama meets with world leaders”. President Obama giving Kennedy style press conferences. This is going to be so cool. Picture it. Imagine it. Enjoy imagining it. Manifest it!
Global Sound Healing Day <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001KzdnjzHaeWcgkZz5qnj6GZxlMuWyIzbHp2Fm0Q2oFnDHOcnK2EMOYy3bRyPqT4JpTWDZkOpDdjcUtWEWcQKQk2EMK9eD1JidIDBVHoEzZfH9afKSg8gYFYlO0faAtNvZHzKeZj6lerLda1Loxdn6R8_fG8j-XWiKNJ0o9t1eByY=>
Join spiritual leaders such as Deepak Chopra, Jonathan Goldman, and millions of others in a Global Sound Healing Event for Healing on Earth. Co-create a tone throughout the world in order to raise the vibrations to our planet. Created in conjunction with the International Day of Peace, we will meet together in cyberspace at Temple of Sacred Sound <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001KzdnjzHaeWdS_SZSO4otFejyPrhrcReX-HdTrddRgB2ft6IcC93raBa4aFjp0Nt2sH8xZg8f1iG9EQTG6QcwlamYdcRh6zlw8Wb1sMND2D-az-Ea___6_asYIba-scw-> and tone the "Ah" sound filled with love at noon New York time (12 PM EDT ).
Date: September 21st; The International Day of Peace and the Fall Equinox
Where: Online at Temple of Sacred Sound <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001KzdnjzHaeWdS_SZSO4otFejyPrhrcReX-HdTrddRgB2ft6IcC93raBa4aFjp0Nt2sH8xZg8f1iG9EQTG6QcwlamYdcRh6zlw8Wb1sMND2D-az-Ea___6_asYIba-scw-> , or wherever you are.
When: Twelve noon New York City time (12 PM EDT)
Who: Any and all.
How: One minute of silence at noon to honor the International Day of Peace's moment of silence at noon. At 12:01 we will start the toning, until 12:05 or longer if you want
What: We'll sound the "AH"-the universal sound of love and appreciation-in order to assist the creation of peace and healing to the planet.
Our intentions-our feelings, visualizations and beliefs-are encoded upon the sounds we make. Sound has the power to focus and amplify our thoughts, prayers and meditations. When we project the energy of love and appreciation while sounding the "AH" on Sept. 21st, we will be able to shift and raise consciousness and awareness on a global scale.
For more information: go to Global Sound Healing Event. <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001KzdnjzHaeWcgkZz5qnj6GZxlMuWyIzbHp2Fm0Q2oFnDHOcnK2EMOYy3bRyPqT4JpTWDZkOpDdjcUtWEWcQKQk2EMK9eD1JidIDBVHoEzZfH9afKSg8gYFYlO0faAtNvZHzKeZj6lerLda1Loxdn6R8_fG8j-XWiKNJ0o9t1eByY=>
If it is appropriate, please pass the email on to those who would be interested in taking part in this experience.
In addition: There will be a special Internet radio broadcast taking place at 11 AM NY Time (11 AM EDT) one hour before the Global Sound Healing Event with Jonathan Goldman and guests. This broadcast will focus on the use of sound to enhance planetary healing and lead into the 12 PM EDT Global Sound Healing on Temple of Sacred Sound <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001KzdnjzHaeWdS_SZSO4otFejyPrhrcReX-HdTrddRgB2ft6IcC93raBa4aFjp0Nt2sH8xZg8f1iG9EQTG6QcwlamYdcRh6zlw8Wb1sMND2D-az-Ea___6_asYIba-scw-> . Please click on healthylife.net <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001KzdnjzHaeWcqquKKzCsZdp9yYBijFxTE4p8RFEajurjDZrHbOZ62vmItpNIRk7brlxq938iw589ywC3qNGpq8UcVlAUtCBinEzhxkHewHXRj606TBEsIFA==> for this Internet radio show.
For those interested in blogging, there are two blogs that are focused on this event: Healing the Earth with Global Sound <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001KzdnjzHaeWf4TDohlhuWGbsCOiWQr8I-V2UeZ750-tbgSUV2QpQDcarFYyXC1U97ohXXMIxVZg4ADdBC39EHWnH3CWfGX7LPgmP_NUdsuiYXWLBtIhj16sFlRBfW4SkegXIz-hgTcs_XbvMYNggRpOXc82PtIPVie4o8IKzL_5A=> and Healing Sounds Blog. <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001KzdnjzHaeWe5HvSFU-xTent4d1b00GSJaGWv20SQPqs2baVeyyBJDn4a_IhiayUwA73HD35Fx2tWppV8nEKoz_tBWyNw1Do_IzpXzE_EEyJlWmxI_UKKUgoNaO0rXFP_>
Contact Information
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email: info@healingsounds.com
phone: 303-443-8181
web: http://www.healingsounds.com <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001KzdnjzHaeWfEg4Tj4jwUtDkJZ3cVoe5LhWPjPn7v-jhjuN9d8NrwBFfo3nxASQXZQBkDqufgc0Fh-HvVCdKx8sx0Kwp0VA8gImociTx0_QJ7H7fbY_mQ1g==>
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Thanks to Julie Murray for forwarding this idea. Our thoughts are powerful.
Schlep for Obama with Maria
Hi friends,
Check out this campaign by Jewish grandchildren to talk political sense into their grandparents in Florida. And consider passing it on to friends. Thanks.
Erik Bendix
http://herzy69.blogspot.com/2008/09/schlep-with-marla-for-obama.html
Ohio voters: visit Obama’s Voter Registration and Registration Checker Site
Ellen --
<http://my.barackobama.com/page/m2/55c137c8/6bf3ea11/723e248e/1188ab1a/VEsH/> In Ohio, you know how few votes it can take to tip an election. You probably also know more than one Buckeye who isn't registered to vote.
The registration deadline on October 6th is fast approaching.
Tell your friends, family, and neighbors to check out our new, one-stop voter registration website. <http://oh.barackobama.com/OHregister>
Just forward this message.
Our new Ohio registration site makes it easier than ever to get registered. Instead of tracking down the right forms, all you need to do is answer a few basic questions and you'll have everything you need to become registered. You can also:
If you need to confirm that you're registered or you'd like to learn more, take a minute to visit the site right now:
- Confirm your registration status
- Apply to vote absentee
http://oh.barackobama.com/OHregister <http://my.barackobama.com/page/m2/55c137c8/6bf3ea11/723e248e/1188ab1a/VEsE/>
This race is too close and too important to stay home on Election Day.
If you take the time to register and vote -- and make sure everyone you know is registered as well -- we'll be able to turn the tide of the past eight years.
It's people just like you who will transform this nation.
Thanks for everything you are doing in Ohio,
Barack
<http://my.barackobama.com/page/m2/55c137c8/6bf3ea11/723e248e/1188ab15/VEsF/>
PHONE BANKING for Obama at the Salon
This Wed. will be another of our weekly phone bank things ... Those who choose to participate will get up from the salon table at 7 (instead of 8) and go in another room to do our calls. (the Salon will carry on as usual.) The campaign will provide a few extra cell phones, but if you have one, do bring it.
We will call people in Clifton, Northside, CUF ... Can't remember the other neighborhoods that Jackie is organizing. She's our "captain" organizer.
Bring friends! All are, of course, also welcome to join us for the pot luck at 5:45. Tell them not to ring, but just come in. Tell them to park on Lafayette (unless handicapped).
Jackie will provide scripts and call lists etc. We will be calling "persuadable" people. People who are Democrats but don't always vote; people who are independents, etc.
This will be fun! Please send this message to as many people as you can think of who might conceivably join us...for one or more Wednesdays.
RSVP not necessary. Just come.
Ellen
Hello All!
My name is Jackie Lewis and I am the local Barack Obama field organizer for the Clifton, Clifton Heights and CUF area. Barack needs your help to win this election. If you believe in his message for change and want to make a meaningful contribution to his efforts to secure the White House and place this country on the right track, then please sign up to volunteer.
Volunteering is nothing more than you giving of the time you have available to help push forward this very grand and important objective.
We have ongoing canvassing and phone banking events as well as minor office work.
If you believe we need change and want to see it, please contact me at (513) 253-7604 or at jlewis@ohioforchange.com.
Together, “YES WE CAN!”
Jacquelin R. Lewis
Field Organizer
Obama for America
(513) 253-7604
jlewis@ohioforchange.com
A SAVVY WOMAN I KNOW SAYS We should sign up as poll workers for the November election. Great way to safeguard the voting. From the board of elections website:
The Board is always looking for community minded individuals to work Election Day as paid Election Officials/Judges.
Requirement: You must be registered to vote in Hamilton County.
Hours: Monday night before Election Day, 7-7:30 pm
Election Day, Tuesday, 6 am-about 8:30 pm
Pay: Monday night pre-election-$15
Tuesday, Election Day - $95
Presiding Judge additional $20
Training class when applicable - $45
If you have any questions about being a Poll Worker contact:
513-632-7041 or 513-632-7042
or
Click here to e-mail
Republican: Kristie.Davis@hamilton-co.org
Democrat: Gena.Howard@hamilton-co.org
Do you want to see Ohio become a greener, worker-friendly state with good jobs available, health care affordable, human rights respected, and quality education provided for all? Are you interested in learning more about America Votes' fall strategy?
Phone Banks every Monday and Thursday from 5:30-8pm calling voters and talking about important local issues!
Thursday, Sept. 18, 5:30-8pm
Monday, Sept. 22, 5:30-8pm
Thursday, Sept. 25, 5:30-8pm
Monday, Sept. 29, 5:30-8pm
Day of Action - knocking on doors and talking face to face with voters about important issues!
Saturday, Sept. 20, 10am-2pm
All events are at 2300 Montana Ave, Suite 110, Cincinnati, OH 45211
Please RSVP for all events to Randy 513.481.7100 or Mwilson@AmericaVotes.org <mailto:Mwilson@AmericaVotes.org>
Randy Wilson
SW Ohio Field Organizer
America Votes
Office: 513-481-7108
VOLUNTEER TO KNOCK ON DOORS FOR PEACE, SEPT 20
Hey friends -
At our peace meeting this week, we talked about a variety of helpful, effective actions we can take. A full report will be forthcoming. One thing a number of our small groups agreed on was it is important to talk with people & equip folks with tools to make a difference on issues of peace. . . Now we have an opportunity to join this historic action. We need 25,000 volunteers across the country to make this goal ! Can you join us?
MILLION DOORS FOR PEACE
September 20, 2008 - National Day of Action: Be part of one of the most ambitious and innovative anti-war activities to date!
On Saturday, September 20, thousands of volunteers across the U.S. will knock on a Million Doors for Peace.
United for Peace and Justice is partnering with Pax Christi, US Action/True Majority, Win Without War, and other organizations to make this day the biggest peace action of 2008.
Volunteer doorknockers will ask people to sign an antiwar petition directed to Congress. Our message: End this immoral war, bring our troops home, and invest in America's future. In addition, we will encourage people to join local anti-war groups, engage in voter education work, and become a part of the organized antiwar movement in their area.
In order to reach a million people in a single day, we must organize at least 25,000 volunteers in all 50 states. Peace groups have never implemented such an elaborate communication and organizing plan before now, but with new and traditional communications tools available, we anticipate success with this groundbreaking, grassroots project. This project will not end on September 20, but it will be a new beginning of a more organized grassroots movement for peace and justice.
Training materials, petitions, local groups to canvass with in your area, and handouts will be provided.
Click here to join Million Doors for Peace
http://www.milliondoorsforpeace.org/signup.php?code=ufp
Thanks!!!
Everyone needs a psychologist sometime in their life.
Ellen Bierhorst Ph.D. is a good one. In practice over 30 years. 513 221 1289
- Get a fresh perspective. Sort out tangles in interpersonal relationships. Clear away the messes of the past. Become empowered to launch your new life. Heal trauma, change, loss. Escape from the bondage of addictive behavior(alcohol, drugs, food, tobacco, gambling, etc.)
- Central location (Clifton Ave. at Lafayette)
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- Many health insurance plans will pay a percentage. (Standard fee $125/hour. Some pro bono work available.)
- Compassion and good humor.
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Michael Moore is giving you his new movie! Free.
Friends,
As you may have heard, I've decided to make my new film, "Slacker Uprising," http://slackeruprising.com/ available for free to everyone in the United States and Canada. It is the first time ever that a major feature-length film is debuting as a free download on the internet -- legally. I am doing this for two reasons:
1. Next year it will be 20 years since my first film, "Roger & Me," so I'd like to give those of you who've supported my work over the years a thank you gift in the form of a brand new movie; and
2. I hope the release and wide distribution of this new movie will help to bring out millions of young and new voters on November 4th.
"Slacker Uprising" takes place in the wake of "Fahrenheit 9/11," during the run-up to the 2004 election, as I traveled for 42 days across America, visiting 62 cities in a failed attempt to remove George W. Bush from office. My goal was to help turn out a record number of young voters and others who had never voted before. (That part was a success. Young adults voted in greater numbers than in any election since 18-year-olds were given the right to vote. And the youth vote was the only age group that John Kerry won.)
What I encountered during the tour and the filming was both inspiring and frightening, so I thought, hey, this might make for a funny and enlightening movie! Each night, thousands would show up to volunteer in the Slacker Army against Bush. This drove local Republicans nuts. In one state they tried to have me arrested. At two colleges, rich donors offered to donate more money to the college if they would ban me from campus. Nearly a half-dozen universities kept the Slacker Uprising tour off their campuses. But there was no stopping this movement. By the time we got to Florida, 16,000 people a night were showing up.
It was clear that young people were the ones who were going to save the day -- just as they are in this year's election.
On Tuesday, September 23rd, you will be able to stream, download, or burn a DVD of "Slacker Uprising," free of charge. The distribution is being organized by Robert Greenwald's Brave New Films (they're the great people behind "OUTFOXED: Rupert Murdoch's War on Journalism" and "WAL-MART: The High Cost of Low Price").
To sign up for the download of "Slacker Uprising," click here. You have my blanket permission to share the movie with your friends, to set up screenings in your communities or theaters, to show it on your campuses -- all at no charge. I encourage you to rally voters with it, to raise funds for your favorite candidates, to air it on your local cable access channels or web broadcasts. You can also click here to request a free DVD of "Slacker Uprising" for your school or university library.
As I said, this is a movie for you, my fans -- a little 97-minute digital treat that I think you'll really enjoy. I hope you'll check out SlackerUprising.com and download it a week from today, next Tuesday, September 23rd.
Thanks again for coming to my movies all these years. It's meant a lot to me. I feel very privileged and blessed, and I am honored to be in this "virtual" community with you as we try to reclaim our beloved country.
Yours,
Michael Moore
MMFlint@aol.com
MichaelMoore.com
P.S. The world premiere of "Slacker Uprising" will take place in one of the great slacker capitals of this country, Ann Arbor, Michigan, this Thursday at 5pm at the historic Michigan Theater. Admission is free on a first-come, first-served basis. If you're in the neighborhood, hope to see you there!
P.P.S. If you live outside the U.S. and Canada, I'm sorry that I don't own the rights to make this film available to you for free. But it will be coming to a theater, video store or television network near you soon.
P.P.P.S. If you are not part of the "downloadable" generation, I am making a low-cost DVD of "Slacker Uprising" available at Amazon, Netflix and your local stores in October.
Join Freedom singers
Rehearsals 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 6:30, at Freedom Center (free parking bottom of Walnut St.)
Cathy Roma and Todd O’Neal directing.
Wonderful Spirituals music.
PARTICIPATE IN CINCINNATI SURVEY: Transform our city!
Hello everyone,
This past spring I participated in an Agenda 360 community engagement forum. The information gathered from these forums has been combined with the work of the Agenda 360 Action Teams to identify visions for Southwest Ohio and priority initiatives to help us achieve those visions.
They are asking for input from people all around the Cincinnati region to determine how to transform Cincinnati into a leading metropolitan region.
Please take a few moments to fill out this survey. All answers will be completely confidential.
Click here <http://vovici.com/wsb.dll/s/31f5g36fc1?renderlang=eng> to participate in this important survey.
Thanks,
Nicole Gunderman (a fabulous Clifton activist and mom)
YOGA at Lloyd House. Wednesdays 9:15 – 10:30 am. Open, free practice group led by Nina Tolley.
Also, stay tuned. We are planning a regular yoga class to be taught by Phoenix Wilson at the Lloyd House zendo.
Articles
- Terrific video: McCain’s Annapolis classmate and decorated fellow POW says he is “Unfit”: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KjsEs46C70
- Blistering criticism of Palin by Alaskan Anne Kilkenny “goes viral”. NPR piece gives Kilkenny credibility. http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=94332543 and the criticism itself: http://community.adn.com/adn/node/130537
- NOW endorses Obama, cricizes Palin
- Alaska women reject Palin : Huge rally. http://www.ireport.com/docs/DOC-89558?ref=feeds%2Flatest
- Obama’s Blueprint for Change. Bone up on his platform here: http://www.barackobama.com/pdf/ObamaBlueprintForChange.pdf
- Deepak Chopra on psychology of Palin/Obama
NOW (national organization of Women) Comes out for Obama, Criticizes Palin
Not Every Woman Supports Women's Rights
August 29, 2008
Statement of NOW PAC Chair Kim Gandy on the Selection of Sarah Palin as John McCain's Vice Presidential Pick
Sen. John McCain's choice of Alaska governor Sarah Palin as his running mate is a cynical effort to appeal to disappointed Hillary Clinton voters and get them to vote, ultimately, against their own self-interest.
Gov. Palin may be the second woman vice-presidential candidate on a major party ticket, but she is not the right woman. Sadly, she is a woman who opposes women's rights, just like John McCain.
The fact that Palin is a mother of five who has a 4-month-old baby, a woman who is juggling work and family responsibilities, will speak to many women. But will Palin speak FOR women? Based on her record and her stated positions, the answer is clearly No.
In a gubernatorial debate, Palin stated emphatically that her opposition to abortion was so great, so total, that even if her teenage daughter was impregnated by a rapist, she would "choose life" -- meaning apparently that she would not permit her daughter to have an abortion.
Palin also had to withdraw her appointment of a top public safety commissioner who had been reprimanded for sexual harassment, although Palin had been warned about his background through letters by the sexual harassment complainant.
What McCain does not understand is that women supported Hillary Clinton not just because she was a woman, but because she was a champion on their issues. They will surely not find Sarah Palin to be an advocate for women.
Sen. Joe Biden is the VP candidate who appeals to women, with his authorship and championing of landmark domestic violence legislation, support for pay equity, and advocacy for women around the world.
Finally, as the chair of NOW's Political Action Committee, I am frequently asked whether NOW supports women candidates just because they are women. This gives me an opportunity to once again answer that question with an emphatic 'No.' We recognize the importance of having women's rights supporters at every level but, like Sarah Palin, not every woman supports women's rights.
National Organization for Women PAC Endorses Obama-Biden
STATEMENT OF KIM GANDY
Chair, National Organization for Women Political Action Committee (NOW PAC)
September 16, 2008
It is with great enthusiasm that I announce today, on behalf of the nation's oldest and largest women's rights organization, that the National Organization for Women Political Action Committee (NOW PAC) proudly endorses Sen. Barack Obama for President of the United States.
It is no coincidence that I am joined in this announcement by so many allied organizations that collectively represent a broad and diverse cross-section of U.S. women. From teachers to social workers, from business owners to college students, women in this country are lining up behind the candidate who is out there every day standing up -- clearly and consistently -- for women. Women of all ages, races and ethnicities are coming together in support of Sen. Obama and his pledge to fulfill this country's promise of equal opportunity for our daughters as well as all our sons.
Although it is very unusual for us to endorse in a presidential election, this is an unprecedented candidate and an unprecedented time for our country. The NOW PAC reviewed Sen. Obama's record and public statements on issues that disproportionately affect the women of this nation, and I spoke with him at length about his commitment to women's equality. For example:
On pay equity. Sen. Obama is a co-sponsor of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act and the Paycheck Fairness Act, legislation to end wage discrimination against women.
On reproductive rights. Sen. Obama is a co-sponsor of the Prevention First Act, to strengthen access to contraception and reproductive health care, and prevent unwanted pregnancies. He strongly supports Roe v. Wade and will oppose any efforts to overturn it.
On violence against women. Sen. Obama supports the continued reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act -- of which Sen. Joe Biden is the chief sponsor -- as well as the Security and Financial Empowerment (SAFE) Act, which is legislation to provide legal, medical and financial support to victims of domestic violence.
On the Supreme Court. Sen. Obama opposed the nominations of George Bush's extreme right-wing nominees to the Supreme Court, who have consistently ruled against women's rights.
For more than a decade, Barack Obama has said "yes" to women's rights, while John McCain has consistently said "no" - NO to pay equity, NO to contraceptive access and reproductive rights, NO to appointing Supreme Court judges who will uphold women's rights and civil rights, NO to funding shelters and other anti-violence programs, and NO to supporting working moms and dads with policies that support work/life balance.
NOW supported Sen. Hillary Clinton in the primary, and now we join with her in saying "NO" -- No Way, No How, No McCain! And we proudly stand arm-in-arm with her in putting our hopes and our dreams, our hard work and our hard-earned money, behind the next President of the United States -- Barack Obama, and his running mate, longtime friend and ally of women, Sen. Joe Biden.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Obama and the Palin Effect
By Deepak Chopra
Sometimes politics has the uncanny effect of mirroring the national psyche even when nobody intended to do that. This is perfectly illustrated by the rousing effect that Gov. Sarah Palin had on the Republican convention in Minneapolis this week. On the surface, she outdoes former Vice President Dan Quayle as an unlikely choice, given her negligent parochial expertise in the complex affairs of governing. Her state of Alaska has less than 700,000 residents, which reduces the job of governor to the scale of running one-tenth of New York City. By comparison, Rudy Giuliani is a towering international figure. Palin’s pluck has been admired, and her forthrightness, but her real appeal goes deeper.
She is the reverse of Barack Obama, in essence his shadow, deriding his idealism and turning negativity into a cause for pride. In psychological terms the shadow is that part of the psyche that hides out of sight, countering our aspirations, virtue, and vision with qualities we are ashamed to face: anger, fear, revenge, violence, selfishness, and suspicion of “the other.” For millions of Americans, Obama triggers those feelings, but they don’t want to express them. He is calling for us to reach for our higher selves, and frankly, that stirs up hidden reactions of an unsavory kind. (Just to be perfectly clear, I am not making a verbal play out of the fact that Sen. Obama is black. The shadow is a metaphor widely in use before his arrival on the scene.) I recognize that psychological analysis of politics is usually not welcome by the public, but I believe such a perspective can be helpful here to understand Palin’s message. In her acceptance speech Gov. Palin sent a rousing call to those who want to celebrate their resistance to change and a higher vision.
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Earth 911 - Find Recycle Locations: Go to http://earth911.org/ <http://earth911.org/> , enter your zip code & item to be disposed, to find places that will responsibly recycle or dispose of them.
Help the World Music Fest: This annual celebration of culture seeks sponsors, volunteers, donations & artists who would like to exhibit. The festival involves 16 groups performing International music in 1 night at the Southgate House on Saturday 11 October, plus a multi-media art exhibit on the top floor. Please contact worldmusicfest@gmail.com. More info @ www.worldmusicfest.org & www.kurtstrecker.com/cwmf/.
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Public Library Treasure Hunt [thru Sunday 21 September]: The Library invites the local community to enter items of regional, national & international importance into its Digitization Contest. Contestants need not submit original materials. Instead, download & complete an entry form at www.cincinnatilibrary.org/wikicontest <http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org/wikicontest> . Judges, including Wes Cowan (founder & owner of Cowan's Auctions, Inc., star of PBS History Detectives & featured appraiser on PBS Antiques Roadshow) will select 3-5 treasures to digitize & add to the Virtual Library for the world to see for free. Winners will be notified by Wednesday 1 October. More info @ 513.369.3193, Jason.Buydos@CincinnatiLibrary.org <mailto:Jason.Buydos@CincinnatiLibrary.org> & www.cincinnatilibrary.org <http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org/> .
Going Greene: The Delta Queen & Greene Line Steamer Exhibit [thru January 4, 2009]: The collection of the Inland Rivers Library will be featured in this exhibit. Photographs & memorabilia from the Delta Queen & other steamboats from the Greene Line will be on display. At Cincinnati Room, 3rd Floor Bridge, Main Library, 800 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info @ 513.369.6959, Emily.Mueller@CincinnatiLibrary.org <mailto:Emily.Mueller@CincinnatiLibrary.org> & www.cincinnatilibrary.org <http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org/> .
Changing the Climate [Thursday 18 September @ 7 PM]: Brent Blair, PhD, will speak on the Ecological & Human Costs of Global Warming. Presented by Xavier University's Peace & Justice Program's "Vision of Hope" series & the Ethics/Religion & Society Program. Free. At Xavier University, Gallagher Student Center Theatre, 15 University Drive (between Victory Pkwy & Dana Ave), Cincinnati, OH 45207. More info @ 513.745.3706.
Hopfenbläser Brass Band - Munich Sister City Fundraiser [Thursday 18 September @ 6-10 PM]: Kick off Oktoberfest with the 17-member Hopfenbläser brass band from Bavaria, & help raise funds for the exchange programs with Cincinnati's sister city, Munich. The Hofbräuhaus will donate 10% of your dinner/bar tab between 6-10 PM to the Munich Sister City Association of Greater Cincinnati. Great bier, great food, great silent auction items. Lots of fun for everyone; great authentic Bavarian music. Gemütlichkeit. See you there. Prosit. At Hofbräuhaus Newport, 3rd & Saratoga (near Newport on the Levee), Newport, KY 41071. More info @ 513.403.2653 & Kinney2980@aol.com & www.munichcincinnatisistercity.org <http://www.munichcincinnatisistercity.org/> .
Cincinnati Ballet New Works [Thursdays-Sundays 18-21 & 25-28 September @ 8 PM (Thu-Sat) & 2 PM (Sat-Sun)]: Enjoy outstanding ballet in the exquisite intimacy of this venue. Cincinnati Ballet celebrates diversity, excellence & innovation with world premieres by noted choreographers Viktor Plotnikov & Jessica Lang, both new to Cincinnati audiences. Adam Hougland returns to create another inventive & propulsive world premiere. And Contemporary Arts Center collaborates with celebrated visual artist Carlos Amorales to present a brand-new work. "For dance lovers, it doesn't get much better than this," David Lyman, Cincinnati Enquirer. Admission is $30-$45. After Hours at the Ballet Barre - watch Cincinnati Ballet dancers rehearse; mingle at an informal reception & meet the dancers; find out about the "behind the scenes" action & get discounted tickets. Admission is $5. At the Mickey Jarson Kaplan Performance Studio Cincinnati Ballet Center, 1555 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45214. More info @ 513.621.5219 (general) / 5282 (tix), tickets@cincinnatiballet.com <mailto:tickets@cincinnatiballet.com> & www.cincinnatiballet.com <http://www.cincinnatiballet.com/> .
Cincinnati Park(ing) Day [Friday 19 September]: The 2nd annual Cincinnati Park(ing) Day is a 1-day global event in which artists, activists, & citizens collaborate to temporarily transform parking spots into public parks & alternative public spaces. Parking spaces show the fundamental elements of a good outdoor public space & may include seating, shade, & a place to watch people, exchange info, & view scenery. Each parking spot can be transformed into a park, playground, puppet show, or whatever you like. Open to the public; no entry fee; no commissions. More info @ cincinnatiparkingday@gmail.com <mailto:cincinnatiparkingday@gmail.com> , www.myspace.com/cincinnatiparkingday <http://www.myspace.com/cincinnatiparkingday> & www.cincinnatiparkingday.blogspot.com <http://www.cincinnatiparkingday.blogspot.com> .
University Heights Neighborhood Yard Sale [Saturday 20 September @ 9 AM - 4 PM]: It's better to re-use good goods than to throw them into the landfill. Several homes in University Heights are hosting an amazing, large, diverse yard sale. Furniture, bamboo glass other shelves, sofas, futon, china cabinet, handbags, Persian decorative items, home items, dishes, sheets, decorative items, clothing, shoes, etc., etc. At 630, 646, 650, 663, 672 & 685 Riddle Road, 3109 Riddle View Lane, 2903 Probasco Court & Duke Street off of Probasco, Cincinnati, OH 45220. More info @ nazanintork@gmail.com <mailto:nazanintork@gmail.com> .
Scottish Band Bodega [Saturday 20 September @ 8 PM]: Cincinnati Folk Life presents Scotland’s brightest new band, Bodega, in concert. Bodega is highly talented & versatile. Their music has great energy & imagination. They deliver a fantastic mix of original Gaelic compositions & American folk tunes played on an array of instruments that include fiddles, guitar, pipes, harps, accordions & djembe. They’ve been called Scotland’s Nickel Creek. Admission is $25. At College of Mount St. Joseph Theater, 5701 Delhi Road, Cincinnati, OH 45233. More info & tix @ 513.533.4822, cfl@zoomtown.com & www.CincinnatiFolkLife.com <http://www.cincinnatifolklife.com/> .
Babywearing Bliss [Saturday 20 September @ 10 AM - Noon]: Whether you're new to babywearing or want help fine-tuning your skills, join this morning of babywearing exploration with local mom-experts Megan Seaman-Kossmeyer (co-leader of the Cincinnati chapter of Attachment Parenting International) & Katie Thielmeyer. Discuss the benefits of carrying a baby & a toddler, while hearing how to choose from the 5 types of carriers available to today's parents. Participating mamas & papas can choose from a large selection of carriers available to try on &/or purchase. At Park + Vine, 1109 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info & RSVP before Sep 13 @ 513-721-7275, dan@parkandvine.com & www.parkandvine.com <http://www.parkandvine.com/> . <http://www.parkandvine.com/>
5th Annual 5K College Hill Rhythm Run/Walk [Saturday 20 September @ 7 PM]: Tri-State runners, recreational walkers, wheelchair entrants, individuals & families compete in their own age & skill categories for cash prizes & medals. Race starts at Pleasant Hill Academy Grade School, 1350 W. North Bend Road, College Hill, Cincinnati, OH 45224. $20 pre-register by mail by Fri 12 Sep or online at www.sprunning.com <http://www.sprunning.com/> by Wed 17 Sep. $25 Race Day registration begins at 5:30 PM. Post-race Celebration Party with food & music. Sponsored by Mercy Hospital Mt Airy, Human Motion Institute. Presented by College Hill Community Redevelopment Corp, committed to "making College Hill a new kind of home town - diverse, attractive & safe - by initiating & conducting physical development projects." More info @ 513.681.1326, bmclean@cinci.rr.com & www.sprunning.com/schedule.htm <http://www.sprunning.com/schedule.htm.> . <http://www.sprunning.com/schedule.htm.>
Blue Rock Boogie & Blues Festival [Saturday 20 September @ 3-7 PM]: Garden Party. Musicians & food. $3 suggested donation. Proceeds benefit Womens Way. At 4125 Blue Rock Road, Cincinnati OH 45247. More info @ 513.923.1414, womensway@fuse.net & www.bluerockboogieandbluesfestival.com <http://www.bluerockboogieandbluesfestival.com> .
Parenting Beyond Belief – FIG Workshop & Meeting [Saturday 20 September]: Dale McGowan, author & educator, will lead this workshop sponsored by Free Inquiry Group (FIG), based on the freethinking philosophy of the book Newsweek called “a compelling read.” This unique seminar is empowering secular parents across the country thru encouragement & practical solutions as they raise ethical, caring confident kids without religion in the contemporary world. Workshop @ 9 AM - 1 PM (pre-registration requested). FIG September meeting @ 3-5 PM (1 hour lecture, Q&A session). At Vernon Manor Hotel, 400 Oak Street, Cincinnati, OH 45219. More info & registration @ www.parentingbeyondbelief.com/seminars.htm <http://www.parentingbeyondbelief.com/seminars.htm> (select Cincinnati, then click GO) & www.gofigger.org <http://www.gofigger.org/> .
Parenting Beyond Belief – FIG Workshop & Meeting [Saturday 20 September]: Dale McGowan, author & educator, will lead this workshop & meeting seminar, based on the freethinking philosophy of the book Newsweek called “a compelling read.” This unique philosophy is empowering secular parents across the country thru encouragement & practical solutions as they raise ethical, caring confident kids without religion in the contemporary world. Sponsored by Free Inquiry Group (FIG). Workshop @ 9 AM - 1 PM (seminar/workshop is $40 or $60 for a couple; pre-registration requested). FIG September meeting @ 3-5 PM (1 hour lecture is free, Q&A session). At Vernon Manor Hotel, 400 Oak Street, Cincinnati, OH 45219. More info & registration @ www.parentingbeyondbelief.com/seminars.htm <http://www.parentingbeyondbelief.com/seminars.htm> (select Cincinnati, then click GO) & www.gofigger.org <http://www.gofigger.org/> .
Tibet Fest 2008 [Saturday-Sunday 20-21 September]: The Tibet Art & Cultural Festival, hosted by the Clifton Cultural Arts Center, will include: Healing ceremony following an ancient practice to dispel spiritual, physical & mental obstacles; Photo exhibition; Rediscovering the Roots of Mongolia; Display of photos & stories about the reemergence of Tibetan Buddhism in Mongolia after 75 years of communist suppression; Kids Corner with peace games, mala making & other activities; Taste of Tibet with traditional Tibetan feast of soul foods & drinks prepared by the monks; Lectures & discussion; Peace art; Movie; Tibetan bazaar with jewelry & other items imported from India & Nepal. More info or to volunteer @ 513.385.7116, gsl@ganden.org, www.ganden.org <http://www.ganden.org/> & www.cliftonculturalarts.org <http://www.cliftonculturalarts.org> .
Squeeze Play Accordion Band [Saturday-Sunday 20-21 September @ 5-11 PM (Sat) & Noon-4 PM (Sun)]: Cincinnati's only accordion band will be playing at Zinzinnati Oktoberfest 2008. At the Spaten Fest Tent on Saturday & the Christian Moerlein Bier Garten on Sunday, Downtown Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info @ www.squeezeplaymusic.com <http://www.squeezeplaymusic.com> & www.oktoberfest-zinzinnati.com <http://www.oktoberfest-zinzinnati.com> . (The event map at the Oktoberfest website maybe from 2007; they don't post current info until about a week before Oktoberfest.)
Fall Landscape Painting Class [Saturdays 20 September - 8 November @ 10 AM - 1 PM]: Experience the pleasure of painting Plein-Air, as you see the world in a new way while learning to sketch & paint with oils "in the open air" at scenic parks around Cincinnati. Richard Luschek studied classical painting under Boston painter Paul Ingbretson for 3 years after earning his BFA degree with UC's DAAP program. Richard works as an artist, maintains his art studio, taught at the Art Academy of Cincinnati, & currently teaches private classes. No experience necessary. Tuition for UC class #3715-01 is $175; supplies not included. First class meets at artist's Eden Park studio, then at various parks; class will meet indoors or in parks under cover if it rains. More info, supplies & register @ 513.479.3322, richard_luschek@yahoo.com, www.richardluschek.com <http://www.richardluschek.com/> & www.uc.edu/ace/noncreditreg/browseclasses.aspx?classid=_xx1 <http://www.uc.edu/ace/noncreditreg/browseclasses.aspx?classid=_xx1> .
Reefer Madness: The Musical [Saturday 20 September - Friday 14 November]: Based on the 1936 propaganda film of the same name, Reefer Madness: The Musical is a hysterical political satire about the exaggerated effects of marijuana on American youth. The regional premiere. Tickets are $12. At Know Theatre Of Cincinnati, 1120 Jackson Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info @ 513.300.5669, mvenzin@knowtheatre.com & www.knowtheatre.com <http://www.knowtheatre.com/> .
Global Mala Yoga Project [Sunday 21 September @ 10 AM]: Sample vegan treats & practice yoga with Terry Breadon of Yoga Metta during the annual Global Mala Event for World Peace celebration. At Park + Vine, 1109 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More vegan-themed events continue 12:30-5 PM at Gratitude in Motion in Clifton. More info & RSVP @ 513.721.7275 & tabrea777@gmail.com.
Power Inspires Progress Annual All-You-Can Eat Brunch [Sunday 21 September @ 10 AM - 2 PM]: Annual fun fundraiser & friendraiser for PIP (Power Inspires Progress) - an Employment Education program for inner-city adults. Waffles, raffles, great food & people. $10 in advance, $12 at door, kids $5; under 6 eat for free. Corryville Catholic School Cafeteria, 108 Calhoun Street, Cincinnati, OH 45219. More info @ 513.381.5882 & www.powerinspiresprogress.com <http://www.powerinspiresprogress.com/> .
An Equinox Feast [Sunday 21 September]: Celebrating a season of growth at Grailville with food & art. At 3:30 PM is a reception for Documenting a Season of Growth at Grailville, an exhibit of photographs taken thru the 2008 growing season on Grailville's 300-acres of woodlands, pastures & organic gardens. Music by Auburn Cantiga, specializing in Celtic, Renaissance & Medieval. Free. Exhibit will be on exhibit thru Saturday 15 November by appt. At 5:30 PM is Grailville's Fall Sunday Supper, a bountiful buffet of Grailville-grown food & other local delights. Register & pay in advance: $15 for adults; $10 for children under 13. At Grailville Retreat & Program Center, 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland, OH 45140. More info @ 513.683.2340, grailville@fuse.net & www.grailville.org <http://www.grailville.org> .
The Practice of Poetry [Tuesdays 23 September & 7 & 21 October @ 7-9 PM]: This bi-weekly writing workshop for women is led by Grailville co-director & poet Pauletta Hansel. It will provide opportunities to use creative writing as a tool to listen deeply to your heart’s wisdom. Attention will be given to the process of revising poetry, attentive listening & feedback to others. It will help you find new meaning in experiences & make room for inspiration & discernment in your spiritual & creative lives. Advance registration required: $85 for the series. At Grailville Retreat & Program Center, 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland, OH 45140. More info @ 513.683.2340, grailville@fuse.net & www.grailville.org <http://www.grailville.org> .
Fairly-Traded Oriental Rug Event [Wednesday-Sunday 24-28 September]: More than 300 hand-knotted Oriental rugs offered during this annual event to benefit fairly-paid Pakistani artisans. Sizes range from runner to room-size. RSVP for the free Thursday seminar (7-9PM): the rug primer will explain the ancient art of rug-making from setting up the warp to tying the fringes. At Ten Thousand Villages, 2011 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH 45208. More info & store hours @ 513.871.5840, tenthousandvillagesofcincinnati@fuse.net & http://rugs.tenthousandvillages.com <http://rugs.tenthousandvillages.com/> .
Wine Tasting to Benefit Findlay Market Fund [Thursday 25 September @ 6-8 PM]: Market Wines hosts the 2nd in a series of Seasonal Wine Tasting Fundraiser events. Owner Michael Maxwell will present 4 wines along with its vintner & tips on food pairings. Complimentary hors d’ouevres will be available throughout the evening. Tickets are $25 per person or $40 per couple. Limited seating. At Market Wines, Findlay Market, 128 W Elder Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info & tix @ 513.744.9888 www.findlaymarket.org <http://www.findlaymarket.org/> (click “Donate").
French Art Lovers Lecture [Thursday 25 September @ 7 PM]: Dr. Richard Brettell, professor of art & aesthetics, will discuss the influence of Italy on French painters of the 19th century in his presentation Corot’s Modern Classicism: Baroque Painters of the Italian Landscape as Inspiration for Pictorial Modernism. The lecture will consider the pictorial balance between observation & construction as exemplified in the landscape paintings of Corot, relating his achievement to that of earlier French landscape painters & to the Impressionists & Cezanne. An eminent art critic & historian, Dr. Brettell is among the foremost authorities in the world on Impressionism & French painting of the period 1830–1920. Admission is $10; free for Taft members; reservations requested. At Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike Street Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info & tix @ 513.684.4515 & www.taftmuseum.org/pages/lectures.php <http://www.taftmuseum.org/pages/lectures.php> .
Jazz at The Little Red Schoolhouse [Friday 26 September @ 7-10 PM]: Pianist Jim Connerley & bassist Jim Anderson play jazz while you enjoy French cuisine. These are 2 of Cincinnati’s top jazz musicians recognized for their innovative compositions & original approach to jazz. Dine on French cheeses, hors d’oeuvre, mini-pastries & specially selected French wines. Hors d’oeuvre & mini-pastries prepared by “Cuisine by Jean-Robert;” pastries by Cincinnati’s finest Pastry & Chocolate chef, Jean-Philippe Solnon. Raffle includes $150 gift certificate from Jean-Robert Pigall’s & gift certificates from The Party Source, Sia Spa, La Petite France, Trio Restaurant, Outback Steakhouse, Pipkins Fruit Market & more. Raffle tix can be bought before the event (3 for $10). Registration is $30 for members; $35 for non-members; includes food & 2 glasses of wine or non-alcoholic beverage. Presented by Alliance Française de Cincinnati. At the Little Red Schoolhouse, 8100 Given Road, Indian Hill, Cincinnati, OH 45243. More info @ www.jimconnerley.com, www.liben.com/9211.html, www.france-cincinnati.com/af/Menus_AF_en.htm <http://www.france-cincinnati.com/af/Menus_AF_en.htm> .
5300 Group Art Show Opening [Friday 26 September @ 5-8 PM]: The 5300 Group, a newly formed circle of artists, will host an opening reception & show titled Various Visions, depicting cityscapes & scenes from nature. View photographs by Virginia Cox & Susan Kemp, & paintings by Karen Feinberg & Carolyn Bjornson, in this uniquely historical setting. Admission is free. Exhibit will end on Saturday 15 November with reception @ 5-8 PM. At 2nd-Floor Gallery, Harriet Beecher Stowe House, 2950 Gilbert Avenue @ Martin Luther King Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45207. More info @ 513.542.8328, stowehouse@zoomtown.com & www.harrietbeecherstowe.org <http://www.harrietbeecherstowe.org> .
Manifest 5th Anniversary Season's 1st Exhibits [opening Friday 26 September @ 6-9 PM]: Presenting 2 solo exhibits by 2 regional artists: sculptural installation by Petra Kralickova & drawings by Kathy Moore. Inquietude is a sculptural installation by Petra Kralickova that reflect her focus on the limits of the body, fragility, resilience & balance. The exhibit will transform the gallery, & present a compelling experience even at night to passersby. Still Lifes from My Perspective is a series of drawings by Kathy Moore that are meticulous, linear, layered & almost compulsively observed, though her process & images appear deceptively simple. Refreshments will be served. Exhibit runs thru Friday 24 October. At Manifest Creative Research Gallery & Drawing Center, 2727 Woodburn Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45206. More info @ 513.861.3638, jason@manifestgallery.org & www.manifestgallery.org <http://www.manifestgallery.org/> .
A Sense of Wonder: a play based on the life & work of Rachel Carson [Saturday 27 September @ 7:30 PM]: In this, the 100th anniversary of Rachel Carson's birth, Kaiulani Lee is touring her one woman play based on the life of the woman who started the environmental movement with her book Silent Spring. Excerpts from the play were seen on Bill Moyers' Journal in spring 2008. Tickets are $30. Proceeds benefit the Women Writing for a Change Foundation, which supports girls & young women in personal growth through writing programs. At the Carnegie Visual & Performing Arts Center, 1028 Scott Blvd, Covington, KY 41011. More info & tix @ 859-491-2030 & www.womenwritingevents.com <http://www.womenwritingevents.com> .
Reiki 1 & 2 [Saturday-Sunday 27-28 September @ 9 AM - 4 PM]: Easy to learn Japanese relaxation & stress reduction technique with Marion Corbin-Mayer, MA/RMT. Lecture, attunement & lots of practice. Reiki 2 includes symbols & distance healing techniques. Certificate awarded at the end of each day; 8.5 Continuing Nursing Education credits per class. Reiki 1: $125; Reiki 2: $175; RSVP & $50 deposit required per level. At Creative Catalysts, Gallery #231, Essex Studios, 2511 Essex Place, Cincinnati, OH 45206. More info @ 513.368.1994 & www.creativecatalysts.net <http://www.creativecatalysts.net> .
Fall Creative Workshops & Courses [Fall courses begin Monday 29 September]: These course offered by Manifest Drawing Center Studio, designed to benefit students, professionals & the creative public, are now open for registration. Instructed & uninstructed courses offer a high-quality, fully-equipped drawing studio to supplement your creative, academic & professional pursuits: Life Drawings, Classical Drawings In A Contemporary World, About Face (approaches to portraiture), Object Drawing, Drawing Lab, & Open Figure Drawing Sessions. At Essex Studios Complex, 2511 Essex Place, Walnut Hills, Cincinnati, OH 45206. More info @ 513.861.3638, manifest@manifestgallery.org & www.manifestgallery.org/studio <http://www.manifestgallery.org/studio> .
CWC Shorts Fest [Tuesday 30 September & Thursday 2 October @ 7 PM]: Two completely different programs of short films. If you have enjoyed Oscar Shorts & Lunafest, you'll like these animated & live-action shorts, including comedy, drama, romance, suspense & maybe a short documentary selected from 40 terrific candidates. Tickets are $7 & $9. At the Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info & tix @ 859.781.8151, worldcinema@fuse.net & www.cincyworldcinema.org <http://www.cincyworldcinema.org/> .
Usui Advanced Reiki (Master IIIa) Training [Saturday 18 October @ 9 AM - 5 PM]: Initiation to the Master symbol & training on the 3rd level of this healing system. Learn to remove energetic blocks & ground yourself with Reiki healing meditations, Reiki Psychic Surgery technique with Reiki empowered fingers & to charge crystals & a crystal grid with Reiki for continuous healing. Nurses-8 contact hours. $225. $75 deposit required by October 11. $210 if paid by September 27. If you have taken this level before & have your certificate, you may review for $75 & $13 for new manual if needed. Facilitated by JoAnn Utley. At Synergy Holistic Health, 7413 Hwy 42, # 3, Florence, KY 41042. More info & register @ 502.777.3865, jutley5122@bellsouth.net & www.joannutley.byregion.net <http://www.joannutley.byregion.net> .
Usui Reiki Levels I & II Training [Saturday-Sunday 1-2 November @ 9 AM - 5 PM]: Easily & quickly learn how to use this gentle yet powerful energy to heal yourself & facilitate healing with others. No experience required for Level I. Attend one or both days. Approved for 8 contact hours per day for Nurses & Massage Therapists. Level I - $135, Level II - $185. $10 discount each level for full payment by October 11. If you have taken these levels before & have your certificates, you may review for $50 per level plus $20 for new manual if needed. Facilitated by JoAnn Utley. At Synergy Holistic Health, 7413 Hwy 42, # 3, Florence, KY 41042. More info & register @ 502.777.3865, jutley5122@bellsouth.net & www.joannutley.byregion.net <http://www.joannutley.byregion.net/> .
Ongoing Tri-State Treasures
Tai Chi Classes with Ralph Dehner: Ralph is Cincinnati's premier Tai Chi Health Master/Trainer - these are the words of Ralph's students. Ralph provides a variety of ongoing classes in Clifton & Fairfield. More info @ 513.519.0559, ralph.dehner@juno.com.
<> Standardized Yang 24 Forms: Most popular Tai Chi forms in the world. Great for beginners & advanced students. Mondays in Clifton @ 6PM; $80/8 weeks; 2347 Vine St, Cincy 45219. Fridays in Fairfield @ 11AM & Noon; $96/8 weeks; address @ register.
<> Sun Short Style 31 Forms Tai Chi: Gentle “moving meditation,” aka “Tai Chi for Arthritis.” Easy to learn, reduces arthritis pain & reduces falls, reduces stress & quickly generates chi (energy). Thursdays @ 6PM. $60/6 weeks; 2347 Vine St, Cincy 45219.
<> Yang 32 Sword Forms: This sword counterpart to 24 Forms adds a new dimension to Tai Chi practice. Join 24 & 32 sword classes & get the sword class for 1/2 price ($48). Fridays in Fairfield @ 12-1 PM: $96 for 8 weeks. Address @ register.
Open Painting Studio [Mondays @ 9:30 AM-noon]: Bring art supplies & paint in community. $10, or $75/10-sessions; w/ Marion Corbin-Mayer, MA/RMT.
Beginning oil or acrylic painting [Wednesdays @ 10 AM - noon]: W/ Clark Stevens. $120 per series of 8.
Intro to Wellness [Thursdays @ 6:30-8:30 PM]: Learn to create wellness in your life with Nikken technologies w/ Marion Corbin-Mayer. Free. All at Creative Catalysts, #231, Essex Studios, 2511 Essex Pl, Cincy 45206. More info @ 513.368.1994 & www.creativecatalysts.net <http://www.creativecatalysts.net/> .
Pure Movement Classes of Growth In Motion [Mondays @ 6:30 PM & Wednesdays @ 9:30 AM]: Refresh, renew & reenergize your body & mind. Master teacher Fanchon Shur guides students to a sense of freedom, strength, flexibility & expression. Classes offer personal attention to individual alignment for authentic creativity. $20/class; $48/4 classes. 1st class is free for new students. At Growth In Motion Studios, 4019 Red Bud Ave, Cincy 45229. More Info @ 513.221.3222, fanchon@growthinmotion.org <mailto:fanchon@growthinmotion.org> & www.growthinmotion.org <http://www.growthinmotion.org> .
Grey Gardens [thru Sunday 28 September]: From cult film to cult musical. Behind the closed doors of a dilapidated mansion, alongside 50 cats & piles of rubbish, live East Hampton's most notorious recluses: 2 beautiful & delightfully eccentric women who just happen to be the cousins of a Kennedy. Nominated for 10 Tony Awards in 2007, including Best Musical & based on the groundbreaking documentary by David & Albert Maysles, Grey Gardens features a book by Doug Wright, the Pulitzer Prize winning author of I Am My Own Wife. Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati, 1127 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info & tix @ 513.421.3555 & www.cincyetc.com <http://www.cincyetc.com.> . <http://www.cincyetc.com.>
Show Boat [thru Sunday 28 September]: The Showboat Majestic, Cincinnati’s floating National Historic Landmark, will close its 85th season with this iconic musical. Show Boat premiered in 1927, four years after the Showboat Majestic was launched. This epic story spans 40 years in the lives of 3 generations of showboat folk: the Captain, his daughter & showboat leading lady, & her gambler husband. The music features Cotton Blossom, Make Believe, Life Upon the Wicked Stage & of course, Old Man River. Take this romantic journey set aboard & performed aboard a showboat. Music by Jerome Kern, book & lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, based on the novel by Edna Ferber, directed by Denny Reed, musical direction by Steve Goers. Tickets: $17 for adults, $16 for seniors & students. On The Showboat Majestic, Cincinnati Public Landing, OH 45202. More info & tix @ 513.241.6550, jenniferperrino@covedalecenter.com & www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com <http://www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com/> .
A Small Glimpse - Art Opening [thru Saturday 4 October]: This international juried exhibition provides a small glimpse of life from the perspective of artists all over the world. All work will be 5″x 5″ or smaller. At Redtree Art Gallery & Coffee Shop, 4409 Brazee Street, Oakley, Cincinnati, OH 45209. More info @ 513-321-8733, mbusch@redtreegallery.net <mailto:mbusch@redtreegallery.net> & www.redtreegallery.net <http://www.redtreegallery.net/> .
Outcasts, Criminals & Cathedrals [thru Sunday 5 October]: Found object art & paintings by Ursula Roma. Meet the artist Sunday 14 September @ 3-6 PM; with snacks. Or make reservations for brunch from 11-2 at the Winds Café. At Winds Café, 215 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs, OH 45387. More info @ 937.767.1144, www.windscafe.com <http://www.windscafe.com/> & www.ursularoma.com <http://www.ursularoma.com> .
Oktoberfest @ Krohn Conservatory [thru Sunday 2 November]: Cincinnati Parks is celebrating 15 years of collaboration with Munich Parks, Germany. In honor of this relationship, Cincinnati Parks has invited Munich Parks to design the Fall Floral Show: Oktoberfest, featuring a traditional German beer garden, 6' tall symbolic replicas of German beer gardens & flowers of Munich city squares. Biergarten will be open to the public on weekends throughout the show (Fri 6-9pm, Sat & Sun 1-5pm). Volunteers welcome. Free, donations appreciated. Presented by Christian Moerlein. Krohn Conservatory 1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info @ 513.352.4080, christyl.johnson@cincinnati-oh.gov, www.cincinnati-oh.gov/cityparks/pages/-3036-/ <http://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/cityparks/pages/-3036-/> .
Miami University Italian Cinema Series [Tuesdays 2 September - 9 December @ 7:30 PM]: Curated & presented by Professor Sante Matteo. Movies are in Italian with English subtitles, unless otherwise noted. Free & open to the public. In newly refurbished 102 Benton Hall with very comfortable seats, HighStreet @ Tallawanda Road, Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056. More info @ matteos@muohio.edu; map @ www.miami.muohio.edu/about_miami/campusmap/ <http://www.miami.muohio.edu/about_miami/campusmap/> :
Sep 23: La strada (Federico Fellini, 1954)
Sep 30: I soliti ignoti (Big Deal on Madonna Street, Mario Monicelli, 1958)
Oct. 7: Il vangelo secondo Matteo (The Gospel According to Matthew, Pier Paolo Pasolini, 1964)
Oct. 14: Per un pugno di dollari (A Fistful of Dollars, Sergio Leone, 1964)
Oct. 21: Mimí metallurgico ferito nell’onore (The Seduction of Mimi, Lina Wertmuller, 1971)
Oct. 28: La famiglia (The Family, Ettore Scola, 1987)
Nov. 4: Mediterraneo (Gabriele Salvatores, 1991)
Nov. 11: Lamerica (Gianni Amelio, 1994)
Nov. 18: Il postino (The Postman, Massimo Troisi/Michael Radford, 1995)
Dec. 2: La vita è bella (Life Is Beautiful, Roberto Benigni, 1997)
Dec. 9: Le fate ignoranti (His Secret Life, Ferzan Ozpetek, 2001)
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