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January 31, 2009
Saturday

  • NBLC Invitation to Undisclosed Recipients

  • Jan 31, 2009 all day
  • Location: West Palm Beach, Florida
  • Description: Greetings;The next Quarterly Leadership Gathering of the NATIONALIST Black LeadershipCoalition (NBLC) will take place on Saturday, January 31, 2009 here in West Palm Beach, Florida. This will be a deliberative, working, solutions-seeking session, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM; and a closing plenary from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. One major focus area will be funding for African-centered education, with a special emphasis on public charter schools.As one observes the process underway to put the Obama administration in place, it is impossible not to notice the array of outstanding, talentedexperts being assembled. If credentials and experience is any indication, President-elect Obama will have a top-flight team working with him to do whatever it is that he and his associates intend to accomplish during the next four years while they hold the reins of political power in America. Rest assured there will be no "second-stringers" on his "starting-team," and only "sixth-man"-calibre individuals set to "come
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January 29, 2009
Thursday

  • WCAR Human Rights Round Table

  • Jan 29, 2009 all day
  • Location: The Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial, Educational and Cultural Center
  • Description: The Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz 3940 Broadway Memorial, Educational and Cultural Center New York, NY 10032 Press Release For Immediate Release: January 13, 2009 Contact: Dowoti Désir, Telephone: (212) 568-1341 Email: admin@theshabazzcenter.net WCAR Human Rights Round Table Thursday, January 29, 2009, 10.30 am to 4.00 pm The Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial, Educational and Cultural Center 3940 Broadway, Harlem, NY (at 165th Street) African-Americans Mobilizing Civil Society at the Historic Audubon Ballroom The week after Barack Obama's inauguration, a distinguish panel of African descendents community leaders and thinkers will gather to address the issues of racism in a historical and projective manner in anticipation of the Durban World Conference Against Racism (WCAR) Review held by the United Nations in April 2009 in Geneva, Switzerland. The Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial, Educational and Cultural Center (The Shabazz Center) will host a WCAR Human Right
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January 24, 2009
Saturday

  • Birthday Tribute & WADU Community Forum

  • Jan 24, 2009 to Jan 25, 2009
  • Location: African -American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC,
  • Description: World Afrikan Diaspora Union (WADU) Birthday Tribute & Community Forum Come join the celebration of a “Living Legend,” Honorable Dudley Thompson and also Dr. Leonard Jeffries in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Saturday, January 24 & Sunday 25, 2009 African -American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC, Saturday, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. - Library WADU Planning Meeting *WADU Diaspora Economic Initiatives *Diaspora Union Update *Blueprint for the Diaspora *Towards One Union Government in Africa …………… Birthday Reception & Tribute 6:00 p.m. …………… WADU Community Forum Sunday, January 25, 2009 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. With His Excellency Dr. Dudley Thompson, WADU President & Dr. Leonard Jeffries, WADU Vice President At the African -American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd, 33311 Tel: 954 625 2800 Fort Lauderdale, Florida FREE ADMISSION Co-host – Nana Niara Sudarkasa, Chief Advisor Contact Baba Kwame Afoah, Chief Elder of Florida Phone: 954-585-
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January 22, 2009
Thursday

  • Forum on "technology to empower the people" @ Howard University

  • Jan 22, 2009 all day
  • Location: Gallery Lounge, Blackburn Center
  • Description: Technology to Empower the People Gallery Lounge, Blackburn Center 3-5pm, Thursday, January 22, 2009 Last November, Howard University co-sponsored the 3Rd International Conference on Appropriate Technology held in Kigali, Rwanda. Four faculty members presented papers and a delegation of five Howard University students participated. This forum is a ‘report back’ from this historic conference. It will feature presentations by Howard University researchers you attended the conference; a presentation of a video produced by the students on their experience in Rwanda; a presentation and discussion on the way forward in building a truly ‘International Network of Appropriate Technology’. Appropriate technology is technology that is culturally sensitive; economically sustainable; and ecologically compatible. Most importantly appropriate technology seeks to empower the people by placing them in control of the techniques and technology that sustain their livelihood. As academics, engineers, sc
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  • Deep Tones for Peace fundraiser at the United Nations

  • Jan 22, 2009 all day
  • Location: the United Nations
  • Description: Deep Tones for Peace fundraiser at the United Nations in New York City, with Henry Grimes playing solo bass, and others among the Deep Tones for Peace musicians listed below also playing at the fundraiser either in person or in virtual, pre-recorded, or Powerpoint format. Admission is by tax-deductible donation ($25,OOO is the goal), reservations required in advance, space limited, first come, first served. Contact Sarah Weaver, 734-277-269O, sarah@isimprov.org. Tax-deductible donations can also be made online at isimprov.org, or by mail: Deep Tones for Peace, c/o International Society for Improvised Music, P.O. Box 16O3, Ann Arbor, MI 481O6-16O3; please make checks payable to ISIM, with memo “Deep Tones for Peace.” A short explanation of this project: Deep Tones for Peace is an international Internet music performance for peace in the Middle East, to take place on Saturday, April 25th, ‘O9 in Jerusalem and New York City, and to be streamed worldwide, performed simultaneously at thr
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January 20, 2009
Tuesday

  • Susunomi

  • Jan 20, 2009 all day
  • Location: AT ALL AFRICAN-AMERICAN/BLACK COUPLES HOMES
  • Description: In ancient times (and to this day) when a great leader or a leader perceived to have greatness comes to power, THE PEOPLE TRY TO HAVE AS MANY CONCEPTIONS ON THE NIGHT OF THE LEADER TAKING OFFICE.On the night of the 20th of January 2009, BLACK AMERICA with a population of about 50 million people, have about 30 million or more of child-bearing age.In order to get the blessings from the Godhead and to pay our respects to THE FIRST BLACK PRES, WE SHOULD FIRST MAKE A GREAT MEAL ( see the picture also see a recipe book here, "MOMS CARIBBEAN AND AMERICAS SOULFOOD COOKING," http://www.myspace.com/BookStore/ItemDetail~bookid~24337.aspxThis recipe is the perfect dish for such an occasion (no oysters in in it, but it is even better).That dish should be eaten at least four hours before the couple goes to bed and works on getting conception.During the Obama win, it is said that tens of millions of people made love on the very night Obama won -- BECAUSE OF THE GOOD AND POSITIVE VIBES.On Obama's inau
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January 19, 2009
Monday

  • MLK Day: Congress Of Racial Equality (NYC)

  • Jan 19, 2009 all day
  • Location: New York Sheraton Hotel & Towers
  • Description: "Living the Dream" 2009 Monday, January 19, 2009 New York Sheraton Hotel & Towers 52nd Street & 7th Avenue, New York, NY Reception: 6:30 PM - New York Ballroom Dinner: 7:30 PM - Metropolitan Ballroom Host: Hon. Roy Innis National Chairman, Congress of Racial Equality Special Guest: Hon. George McGovern Former U.S. Senator & Presidential Candidate
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  • MLK Day Celebration: Portland, Oregon

  • Jan 19, 2009 all day
  • Location: Oregon Convention Center
  • Description: Oregon Attorney General-elect John Kroger will be keynote speaker at The 23rd Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast Monday January 19, 2009 8:30-10:30 a.m. The Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Portland Admission is $85 and two cans of food Reserve a table at MLKBreakfast@theskanner.com Nominate for the Drum Major of Justice Award Recommend a student for a scholarship. Full details of scholarships are found by clicking here
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  • 33rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Breakfast

  • Jan 19, 2009 all day
  • Location: Plainfield H.S
  • Description: The Plainfield Area Club of Frontiers International Presents Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 33rd Annual Memorial Breakfast Guest Speaker Mr. Kevin Powell Author, Activist and Hip-Hop Historian January 19, 2009 – 8:30 A.M. Plainfield High School 950 Park Avenue Plainfield, New Jersey (Kenyon Avenue Entrance – Breakfast) General Admission $16.00 Students/Seniors $12.00 For Tickets & Information Call: Realty World (Fredrica Williams Realty) 490 Somerset St. North Plainfield, NJ (908) 756-4663 Kevin Powell is widely considered one of America’s most important voices in these early years of the 21st century. Legendary feminist Gloria Steinem asserts that "as a charismatic speaker, leader, and a very good writer, Kevin Powell has the courage...to be fully human, and this will bring the deepest revolution of all." Internationally acclaimed scholar and social critic Dr. Michael Eric Dyson has called Powell "a mighty wind of fresh air." And of Kevin Powell the writer Asha Bandele says “When
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  • Old Town Community Transformation Conference

  • Jan 19, 2009 all day
  • Location: Mandella Conference Center, Sojourner-Douglass College
  • Description: Sojourner-Douglass College and the Old Town Community Transformation Project invite you to join us and other activists from Baltimore and other urban areas around the United States to connect and begin the dialogue to shape the action to remake our communities from the bottom up.As you gather in Washington, DC to witness the inauguration of America’s first Black President, Barack Obama, and on the day of the federal recognition of the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., take time to do a little necessary work for what we believe must happen after the celebration ends.
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  • WBAI: MLK Commemorative Broadcast

  • Jan 19, 2009 all day
  • Location: WBAI 99.5 FM (NYC)
  • Description: Greetings Member / Listener / Supporter, On behalf of WBAI, I want to extend our gratitude and appreciation for all of your support over the past years, and for the time and resources you so generously donated during our Mini Winter Drive! We also want to wish you, and all of your loved ones, a Happy and Blessed New Year! On January 19, 2009, from 6am - midnight there will be a Martin Luther King Jr. commemorative broadcast. At that time, we will be trying to raise money for the station and will need volunteers to come in to answer phones and take pledges. We appreciate any time you can give us on that day. The numbers to call for entry into the building are: 212-209-2800 - 9am - 1pm, 2pm - 5pm, and at other times, 212-209-2877. Peace & Love, Vera Osborn WBAI Volunteer Coordinator WBAI 120 Wall Street - 10th FL. New York, NY 10005 1-212-209-2826
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  • Inauguration 2009 Chicago Style Celebration and Ball

  • Jan 19, 2009 to Jan 20, 2009
  • Location: Chicago South Loop Hotel
  • Description: Inauguration 2009 Chicago Style Celebration and Ball January 19 & 20, 2009 Chicago South Loop Hotel 2600 South State Street Chicago, Illinois Please click here for map. Two days and two nights Inauguration 2009 Chicago Style Celebration and Ball For those who are not going to Washington, D.C., join us for this TWO-DAY Historical event. January 19 Attend the National Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Celebration Wide-screen viewing of our “Walk Through History Video” which outlines major events From Freedom- To Slavery- To Freedom Evening “Children Friendly Pre-Inauguration Party at 6 p.m.” and Bus Tour (TBA) of Chicago sights. January 20 Attend the “live” wide screen viewing of the Inauguration of President Elect Barack Obama and V.P. Elect Joe Biden. Be an eyewitness to the “Swearing into office" Ceremony of the first African American to hold the highest office in America. Evening Inauguration Ball with live band at 7:30 p.m. The Celebration will also Feature: •There w
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January 17, 2009
Saturday

  • Northeast Regional Confrence January 17 & 18th Featuring Chairman Omali Yeshitela

  • Jan 17, 2009 to Jan 18, 2009
  • Location: Uhuru Solidarity Center
  • Description: On the weekend of January 17-18 in Philadelphia, PA our Party will be sponsoring the Northeast Regional Organizing Conference at which an overview of the strategic direction of the U.S. front of the worldwide African revolution will be laid out.This conference comes at a time when all over the world struggle is occurring. The people of Afghanistan and Iraq are fighting to throw off imperialist aggression from the U.S. government. Similar struggles are being made throughout Latin America and Asia. And although the struggle against U.S. imperialism is gaining strength, the liberation of Africa is not guaranteed simply because of this motion. Various international forces (including India, China and certain Arab States) are scrambling for a better position to feast on the blood of Africa. The contradiction was laid out clearly by Chairman Omali Yeshitela when he stated, "everyone has a plan for Africa except for Africans." And so we are confronted with the question - what is our plan for A
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  • Support 13th Annual Tribute to PP/POW's & Families!

  • Jan 17, 2009 all day
  • Location: Martin Luther King Labor Center Auditorium (1199 headquarters)
  • Description: Dear Friend and Supporter of our Political Prisoners, The Malcolm X Commemoration Committee presents its 13th annual dinner tribute to the families of our political prisoners and prisoners of war imprisoned in the tri-state area and whose families represent them at the event.. Because of your past support we have been able to place a generous amount in the commissary accounts of each freedom fighter who has been represented at the dinner by a family member. We hope the 13th dinner will be equally successful. That depends on your continued loyal support. The next dinner will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2009, The time is 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Dinner will be served from 3 - 4 p.m The program will start promptly at 4:15 p.m. Please note the change of the day of the week from Sunday to Saturday. The venue has also changed. This year the dinner tribute is being held in conjunction with the 1199 SEIU Activists, and is being held at the: Martin Luther King Labor Center Auditorium 310 W. 43rd
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  • AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENT LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

  • Jan 17, 2009 to Jan 18, 2009
  • Location: Rust College,
  • Description: The AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENT LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE January 17-18, 2009- Rust College, Holly Springs, MS NOTE: Let's hope this Black Student confab will be able to move from a GabFest filled with wonderful talking heads to a more ACTION-oriented Movement for Black Liberation. This means that our youngfolk must think beyond assimilating into a dying civilization and envision a new more egalitarian system grounded in the masses of our people and the peoples of the world... grounded in the realization that -from now on- earth must be saved from the ravages of capitalism. Today's Black student leaders must reach back to the periods when Black student activism was more militant/revolutionary than today and learn from the victories and errors of those periods. The concept of Sankofa is more relevant now than ever before: the Future of our People depend on it. Call for papers/Presentations The AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENT LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE is issuing a call for papers /presentations for its
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  • Community Dialogue: What does Barack Obama "owe" Black People?!!

  • Jan 17, 2009 all day
  • Location: Shrine of the Black Madonna
  • Description: Move The Village Rudwaan Amen_Ra Lumumba (One With The way) http://www.unity4power.org/city-c.html (Follow the link above to your Unity Calendar) *Please forward to your list: What does Barack Obama "owe" Black People? COMMUNITY ASSEMBLY! (First Quarter: 2009) "Participate in a community-dialogue, round-table discussion moving toward an Afrikan agenda for Afrikan people. Whether you are convinced that Obama is the answer or that his election is a step backward, you need to be there and be part of the process of Afrikan/Black Self-Definition." Invited participants include: Dr. Marimba Ani, Njeri Alghanee, Able Mable Thomas, Dr. Akinyele Umoja, Minister P.D. Menelik, Derrick Bozeman, Cynthia McKinney, Atty: Chokwe Lumumba, Prof Griff, Killer Mike, Wekesa O. Madzimoyo.and Warren Green. Saturday, January 17, 2009 Doors Open: 5:30pm - Program: 6:00pm Shrine of the Black Madonna 960 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd Atlanta, Ga. 30310 Free Admission - Free-will donati
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January 16, 2009
Friday

  • Tour Nat Turner Trail During Inaugural Week and Celebration of Black Survival

  • Jan 16, 2009 to Jan 20, 2009
  • Location: THE THURGOOD MARSHALL CENTER
  • Description: TO BLACK PEOPLE ATTENDING THE BARACK OBAMA INAUGURAL: Come through Virginia and Tour The NAT TURNER TRAIL The bus leaves The Khalifah Health Ranch Retreat on the afternoon of January 17, 2008 10 am & 2 pm We will tour the Nat Turner Trail as part of our celebration of the Inauguration of Barack Obama and the Survival of Black people. We then travel 150 miles to Washington, D. C. for the two day Conference. January 18 & 19 at THE THURGOOD MARSHALL CENTER 1816 12th Street N.W. call 704-509-6773 or 704-277-1462 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FOR WEEKEND: Friday, January 16, 2009 at The Khalifah Health Ranch Retreat: Southampton County, Virginia, 12 noon 3 P.M......Roundtable Discussion about the opportunities to "TO DO FOR SELF" with a Black President of the U. S. A. Is a Independent disposition needed more than ever? Saturday, January 17, 2009 – Tour of The Nat Turner Trail on the trip to Washington, D.C. Leave at 12 Noon – tour the Trail, arrive in Washington, D. C. at 6 P.M. The schedu
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January 15, 2009
Thursday
 

  • Obama Day "A Celebration Fit For A King"

  • Jan 15, 2009 all day
  • Location: Chicago Temple 1st United Methodist Church
  • Description: OBAMA DAY A Celebration & Commemoration "OF THE PEOPLE, BY THE PEOPLE AND FOR THE PEOPLE..."

    THURSDAY, January 15, 2009 @ 10:00AM (Dr. King's Birthday!) Chicago Temple 1st United Methodist Church 77 West Washington Street 2nd Floor Chicago, IL 60602 CLARK & WASHINGTON Join the thousands who will to come together as one to advance the People's Agenda!
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  • Campaign for Fair Share Tax Reform!

  • Jan 15, 2009 all day
  • Location: Soda Bar
  • Description: In the continuing struggle for economic justice... You're invited to the Brooklyn launch Party of the Campaign for Fair Share Tax Reform! Location: Soda Bar Date: Thurs Jan 15th Time: 7 - 10 pm Train Directions: B/Q train to 7th Ave 2/3 to Bergen or Grand Army Plaza Come prepared to Party! & SHARE: Real shared sacrifice means asking the wealthiest New Yorkers -- those who make over $250,000 a year -- to pitch in and pay their fair share to help with our State's budget burden. By reforming our State's tax structure and asking them to pay just a little bit more, Fair Share Tax Reform would raise billions in new revenue, preventing the severest cuts that disproportionately harm working and middle-class families. The Fair Share Tax Reform is a broad-based coalition composed of The Healthcare Education Project (1199 SEIU/Greater New York Hospitals Association), Working Families Party, United Federation of Teachers and ACORN. Please RSVP attendance by contacting: Raybblin 917.593.0052 o
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