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Haji Ali Dargah (Mumbai) – Incense attendant
On 12/6, I had the pleasure of being in community with several light-filled sistern who attended the Rhythm Sistas dance/drum circle. In addition to the food and music love offerings that seem to have become an integral part of the monthly circle–I shared incense cargo from my recent India [...]

Big up Rhythm Sistas for co-creating a POTENT community healing space in
the East Bay.  Walk strong sistern/breath deep/chant peace/accept love.
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When: Sat. January 24, 2009 1:00PM to 4:00PM
Host: Sandy Mills, Mar Stevens, Charlene Gumbs & Monica Anderson
Location: The Noodle Factory
1255 26th Street, Oakland, CA US
Phone: (510) 381-0844
E-mail: imaniblessed@yahoo.com
When we drum – we send out waves of [...]

Papaya Mann’s Toybox Showcase & Holiday Event (DC)
Featuring Comedic Performer Micia Mosely

When: Sunday December 28, 2008
7pm-1am(Performance @ 9pm)
Blair Mansion Inn
Who: Micia Mosely
What: “Where My Girls At?: A Comedic Look at Black Lesbians.”
Where: The Toybox Showcase
7711 Eastern Ave.
Washington D.C.
Host:
Papaya Mann
(202) 486-8888, (202) 882-1925
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Message From Papaya Mann
This event we will showcase a special drama production starring Micia
Mosely [...]

It saddened me to leave India early, but I did not want my family and friends to stress over my being there. So with a heavy heart, I departed India by way of Doha, Qatar, London, UK, and Los Angeles, CA. My body is just now catching up with the enormity of the Mumbai attacks.

Qatar [...]

SPELMAN -NWSA WOMEN OF COLOR INSTITUTE 2009
Spelman Junior Faculty Institute
We invite applicants for our Spelman Junior Faculty Institute:
Women of Color: Theory, Scholarship, and Activism
June 15-17, 2009 · Spelman College, Atlanta, GA
About the Junior Faculty Institute
Hosted by Spelman College’s Women’s Research and Resource Center in conjunction with the National Women’s Studies Association, the Institute is designed [...]

[ December 11, 2008; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] “And Marriage for All” Campaign Kick Off — Phase 2!
Thursday, December 11, 6-8PM
@ the SF LGBT Community Center
(followed by a free, holiday cocktail reception!)
These past few weeks, much has been said to pit LGBT Californians against People of Color, People of Faith, etc, and visa versa.
We’re better than that.
Now more than ever before, those of [...]

[ December 14, 2008; 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. ] Sunday, December 14
4pm-7pm
Historic Sweets Ballroom
1933 Broadway
Oakland
“What God Has Joined Together: Hope for All Families”

Please Join San Francisco + Oakland + Bay Area Faith Leaders for an evening of
Healing, Affirmation & Hope
for LGBT Families & Friends
in the aftermath of the passage of Proposition 8

Come Join in an ecumenical celebration of LGBT families
Learn about resources and organizations [...]

[ December 6, 2008; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Host: The Rhythm Sistas
Location: The Essex Clubhouse
1 Lakeside Drive, Oakland, CA
When: Saturday, December 6, 11:00am
Phone: 209-617-3751
Greetings & Peace Sistas!

Ain’t No Stopping Us Now! We’re On The Move… supporting and encouraging each other as we all move toward a healthier, happier way of living! We would be honored if you’d join us as we all learn [...]

I cool your brow sistah…

…and do say hello to Mama Afrika
American folk music legend Odetta dies at 77
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Sunrise at CDG aeroport
It’s only been a couple of weeks since my last trip to Paris.  How nice to return to my Mistress so soon!
On occasion I tell people who inquire about my frequent global travel that it isn’t as glamorous as it may appear.  There are times when my travel commitments feel counter intuitive [...]