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August 16, 2008
Saturday

  • HOUSTON, TX: Garvey Day Celebration

  • Aug 16, 2008 all day
  • Location: Shrine of the Black Madonna
  • Description: The Caribbean Impact Foundation and PanAfrican Beat LLC will commemorate the birth of the Honorable Marcus Mosiah Garvey in Houston, Texas on Friday with a concert featuring conscious international soca, reggae, reggaeton and hip hop artists at Club Amada, and on Saturday with a lunch featuring Dr. Julius Garvey as the keynote speaker at the Shrine of the Black Madonna. Tickets are available at brownpapertickets.com/event/39946 or at the Shrine Bookstore on Martin Luther King Boulevard.
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  • NYS Senator ERIC ADAMS: PARENT & YOUTH EMPOWERMENT SEMINAR

  • Aug 16, 2008 all day
  • Location: MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE
  • Description: YOUTH RESEARCHERS FOR A NEW EDUCATION SYSTEM 2nd Symposium - Cradle to College PARENT & YOUTH EMPOWERMENT SEMINAR NYS Senator ERIC ADAMS Saturday, August 16th, 2008 10 am - 3 pm MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE 1650 Bedford Avenue (betw. Crown & Montgomery Sts.) Directions to Medgar Evers College: Subway: # 2 or 5 to President Street or #B-49 Bus to Rogers Ave. & Carroll Street Together We Can! 20th Senate District Office: 572 Flatbush Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11225 Phone: (718) 284-4700 Mrs. Ingrid P. Lewis-Martin, Chief of Staff SAVE THE DATE: Next Seminar Event Saturday, August 23, 2008 - 10 am - 3 pm Secondary School of Law 237 7th Avenue Brooklyn, NY (Sponsored by the Independent Commission on Public Education, iCOPE) THE YRNES REPORT NEW YORK CITY 2008 Info on iCOPE & contact YRNES at www.icope.org
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  • BALTIMORE: Marcus Garvey Day

  • Aug 16, 2008 all day
  • Location: Harlem Park
  • Description: Let us respect and give thanks to one of our greatest leaders, Marcus Mosiah Garvey. He truly embodied the hopes, dreams, prayers and aspirations of generations of African people throughout the world. Its time that we begin to take our history and our heroes more seriously. Please sign the petition to exonerate Marcus Garvey. He was railroaded to jail on trump up charges of using the mail to defraud. See you at Marcus Garvey Day August 16 at Harlem Park. For more information call (410) 385-9532 or (410) 385-1801. Forward Ever, Backward Never! The Soul School Institute P.O. Box 1872 Baltimore, Maryland 21203-1872 Self-determination means: Self-reliance Self-sufficiency Self-defense
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  • URBAN CHANGE GIVES AWAY 10,000 BOOK BAGS ON 8.16.08

  • Aug 16, 2008 all day
  • Location: Across the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area
  • Description: Washington, DC (BlackNews.com) - On August 16, 2008, just before the start of the school year, children from all across the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area will be getting an education of a different kind. By coming together in an effort to get connected with their community through participation in Life Day: 10,000 on 8.16.08, area youth will acquire a sense of civic duty and pride. This 10,000 book bag giveaway, the culmination of Life Day: 10,000 on 8.16.08, is designed to provide children in grades K-12 with book bags filled with school supplies and other life-enhancing materials. Sponsored by Urban Change, a five-year organization that provides life-changing and socially aware activities, the first annual Life Day: 10,000 on 8.16.08 is aimed at communities of color to promote a fresh new start on the upcoming year. The day will include a special performance of FAME, from the participants of Life Camp, an Urban Change performing arts camp for youth, as well as appearances by gu
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August 10, 2008
Sunday
August 9, 2008
Saturday

  • Support MOVE9 & Mumia

  • Aug 9, 2008 all day
  • Location: District Council 1199C
  • Description: ONA MOVE, Everybody! Mark Aug. 9th on your calendars for MOVE & Mumia. We're doing a joint program at District Council 1199C which is on the corner of Juniper & Locust Sts. in Phila. starting at 12:00pm. We want people to understand how critical a time this is for both The MOVE 9 & Mumia. MOVE will be focusing on the recent denial of parole for our family members and what we must all do at this point to save Mumia's life. Come out to get an update as well as find out what you can do to support the principle of freedom and justice. We will be sending out more details as things get nailed down. Take care and stay strong---Ramona
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  • Youth talent show at The Marcus Garvey Institute

  • Aug 9, 2008 all day
  • Location: The Marcus Garvey Institute
  • Description: Greetings fam. Brothas keepa will be hosting another talent showcase for the youth. Ages 5-18 When: August 9th 6pm Where: The Marcus Garvey Institute 565 South Parkway Memphis Tn Categories: Singing, Poetry, Theatre and Dance Prize: $100 first prize Auditions/Screening: Not really auditions, we just want to make for certain that all acts are appropiate for children (ex. someone brought an 11 year old girl up there doing shake junt dances before, we have to protect our children from R. Kelly type cats) July 26 3pm-5pm for more info call 901/859-4051
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August 8, 2008
Friday

  • MOVE film, Aug 8, 1978 confrontation between MOVE and this system

  • Aug 8, 2008 all day
  • Location: Clark Park
  • Description: The MOVE family will be presenting the film on the August 8, 1978 confrontation between MOVE and this system at Clark Park. This will be on Friday, August 8th at 7:00pm. Clark Park is located at 43rd & 45th Sts between Chester and Woodland Aves. August 8th marks 30 years of unjust imprisonment for our MOVE family and they were just denied parole since they wouldn't lie and say that they are guilty when they're not guilty. Come on out to see the film and get updated on where things are at now. Also join us on August 9th at DC1199C at Juniper & Locust Sts. for a joint program on MOVE and Mumia---Ramona
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August 6, 2008
Wednesday

  • The Great Debaters and the Literacy and Leadership through Debate Campaign

  • Aug 6, 2008 all day
  • Location: Founders Auditorium, Medgar Evers College
  • Description:

    Nate Parker of the Film, The Great Debaters & the Literacy & Leadership Through Debate Campaign ======================= SANKOFA COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT, INC., MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE, SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, THE BLACK AND LATINO FILM MAKERS COALITION & BREAKING THE CYCLE CONSULTING GROUP PROUDLY PRESENT: The Literacy And Leadership Through Debate Campaign! Find out how YOU can help US EMPOWER our YOUTH through EDUCATION & DEBATE! JOIN The Literacy And Leadership Through Debate Campaign! On August 6, 2008, Join us for a conversation with Actor Nate Parker & a Panel Discussion with Educators, Parents, Students, and Artists. For more info contact Miles McAfee at 718-270-6096 or miles@mec.cuny.edu August 6, 2008 - 1pm-4pm Founders Auditorium Medgar Evers College, 1650 Bedford Avenue www.wereadtolead.org
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August 3, 2008
Sunday

  • A Harlem Sunday Afternoon Cultural Rally for Inez Barron

  • Aug 3, 2008 all day
  • Location: Minton’s Playhouse
  • Description: Sunday Afternoon Cultural Rally for Inez Barron Candidate for 40th State Assembly District ( Brownsville , East New York , & part of Canarsie) Sunday, August 3, 2008 4-8 pm Mintons Playhouse 208 W. 118th Street (Between St. Nicholas Avenue & Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Boulevard ) Harlem, NY Music & Poetry & Good Company Donations $25.00 Cash bar R.S.V.P. (718) 393-7800/(718) 398-1766 Inez Barron For Assembly P.O. Box 24704 , Brooklyn , NY 11202
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  • Celebrate Caribbean Emancipation, August 1, 2008, New York

  • Aug 3, 2008 all day
  • Location: The Harvest Room
  • Description: Celebrate Caribbean Emancipation, August 1, 2008, New York "Out Of Many One People Celebration" TM Tributes Emancipation Day, August 1 Coming of the Chinese to the Caribbean 6:00 p.m., Sunday, August 3, 2008 Guest Speaker Vincent 'Vinnie' HoSang, OD – CEO/President Royal Caribbean Bakery/ Caribbean Food Delights/ JerkQ'zine Venue (Indoor & Outdoors) The Harvest Room 90-40 160th Street, Jamaica, NY 11432 Entertainment Ruff Stuff Band Caribbean Cultural Theatre & Fashions by Eye Collection Open Bar 6:00 p.m. – Midnight Nyaamings Chinese/Jamaican Cuisine!!!! 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. TICKETS Early Bird Special! Adults: $65.00 Children: $25.00 After July 29 Adults $70.00 Children $30.00 FOR SPECIAL GROUP DISCOUNTS & MORE INFO: Cathy Kleinhans – 347-563-5899 or email cathyk@jamroppo.com Tickets Available Bronx/Queens: Michael Williams - 917-912-3973 Brooklyn/Mahatttan: Sharon Watson - 347-207-3477 Connecticut/Bronx Micki Rose -347-307-7486 SPONSORS: Western Union The Eye Collection
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August 2, 2008
Saturday

  • STOP THE WAR: Seeking your organization's/personal endorsement

  • Aug 2, 2008 all day
  • Location: Times Square - 43rd St. & Broadway
  • Description: AN APPEAL TO ORGANIZERS AND ACTIVISTS ACROSS THE COUNTRY AND AROUND THE WORLD: Consider as soon as possible if you can organize a STOP WAR ON IRAN protest in your locality during the weekend of August 2 – 3. Let us know so that your protest can be listed. YET ANOTHER U.S. WAR? The U.S. occupation of Iraq and Afghanistan is hated by the people there. These wars have no support at home and are ruining the domestic economy. Instead of pulling out, the Bush administration is preparing for still another war—this time against Iran . This must be stopped! AGRESSION TOWARDS IRAN IS ESCALATING On June 4, George Bush, with Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert at his side, called Iran a “threat to peace.” Two days before, acting as a proxy for the Pentagon, Israel used advanced U.S. fighter planes to conduct massive air maneuvers, which the media called a “dress rehearsal” for an attack on Iran ’s nuclear facility. Under pressure from the U.S. , the European Union announced sanctions against I
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August 1, 2008
Friday

  • Keith Slade's Charles Bibbs Collection

  • Aug 1, 2008 all day
  • Location: Chez Keith
  • Description: If you like Charles Bibbs paintings, you are in for an amazing experience...galleri Sowei is hosting the private collection of Keith Slade. Stop in for Happy Hours and Fine Art! Charles Bibbs creates his special brand of stylized art capturing the attention of art enthusiasts around the world. Charles Bibbs' art work reveal noble compositions and a signature technique that fuses acrylic paint and ink coupled with African and contemporary African American themes. The art of Charles Bibbs is born through a creative process which comes from a level of spirituality and commitment to empowerment in the African American community. galleri Sowei is proud to present the Charles Bibbs Collection of Keith Slade!
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  • NATIONAL HIP HOP POLITICAL CONVENTION 2008

  • Aug 1, 2008 to Aug 3, 2008
  • Location: Las Vegas
  • Description:

    Hip Hop Artists, Activists, and Journalists Will Meet in Las Vegas This August Las Vegas, NV (BlackNews.com) - The 2008 Third Bi-Annual National Hip Hop Political Convention (NHHPC) will be held August 1-3, 2008 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The NHHPC is a bi-annual gathering of social justice activists, organizers, students, journalists, scholars, artists and concerned citizens who come together to define the political agenda of the Hip Hop community. On July 28-31, 2008, a pre-convention will be held called "The State of Hip Hop", which will include a film festival, concerts, art exhibits, academic symposium and Hip Hop dance contests. Thousands of young activists, educators, entertainers, journalists, artists, students and concerned citizens are planning to come to Las Vegas to discuss the role of Hip Hop culture in political and social activism at the 3rd Convention of the NHHPC. The three-day convention from August 1-3, 2008 will include workshops, trainings, celebrity guest speakers a
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  • 175th Anniversary of Britains Abolition of Slavery Act Commemoration

  • Aug 1, 2008 all day
  • Location: Several of the 33 London Council Boroughs and in Several England/Wales Cities
  • Description: Britain & West Indian British Caribbean Abolition of Slavery 1833 Act. (ukBASA1833) 1. 175th BRITISH CARIBBEAN.W.I & YAH-CHRISTIAN, EMANCIPATION THANKSGIVING MESSAGE! To Commemorate the 175th Britains Abolition of Slavery Act, 1833 {BASA1833-2008} and to acknowledge the approaching 1 Million British Caribbean.WI Citizens. Merrick Hart and PurehArt "British-Caribbean.wi" Services, aims to place a 175th BASA Thanks Giving & Remembrance Message in a Black British Caribbean News paper. *Full Page Advert*. Accordingly, if you would like to have your name and/or Organisation/Business name in the 175th BASA Thanksgiving Message Advert, and to Financially and to Voluntarily assist in Commemorating the 174th BAS1834-2008 - 1st August; the 170th BWI Slavery Emancipation 1838-2008 - 1st August and the 175th BASA 1833-2008 - 28th August, in several of the 33 London Council Boroughs and in Several England/Wales Cities. The British Caribbean and YaH-God in Jesus (Yeshu) Christian community will ha
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July 28, 2008
Monday

  • Uhuru Summer Against State Terror

  • Jul 28, 2008 all day
  • Location: The "Clothespin" - 15th and Market
  • Description: Uhuru Summer Against State Terror: Protest! Demand Justice for the African Community! Monday, July 28th • NOON The "Clothespin" - 15th and Market, across from the West side of City Hall July 28 Demonstration to Launch "Uhuru Summer Against State Terror" AS ECONOMIC CRISIS INTENSIFIES, THE AFRICAN COMMUNITY CATCHES HELL – UHURU MOVEMENT INDICTS NUTTER ADMINISTRATION FOR STATE TERROR! What: Protest Demonstration and Press Conference When: Monday, July 28 at Noon Where: The Clothespin, 15th and Market, Philadelphia, PA Contact: Harris Daniels, 857-233-7508 The African People’s Socialist Party and the Uhuru Solidarity Movement in Philadelphia call on all freedom loving people to: • Join their demonstration on Monday, July 28 at NOON • Participate in the “Uhuru Summer Against State Terror” campaign to stand up against the City’s escalating attacks on the African community • Join the Uhuru Solidarity Movement and the International People’s Democratic Uhuru Movement. “The African comm
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July 27, 2008
Sunday

  • Byron Lee & The Dragonaires, and Oliver For NYC

  • Jul 27, 2008 all day
  • Location: Roy Wilkins Park,
  • Description: Byron Lee & The Dragonaires, Oliver For NYC International Food Festival, July 27, 2008, New York Caribbean music legend Byron Lee, the first Jamaican band leader to achieve an international following will perform with his band the Drangonaires at the International Food Festival - 'Yam Jam' - on Sunday, July 27 2008 at Roy Wilkins Park, Queens, New York. Formed in 1956 and playing a big band-ska sound, Bryon Lee and the Dragonaries got their big break playing songs on the soundtrack of the first James Bond film Dr. No, where they also appeared in the scene at Pussfeller's club. He has also had a long association with soca, releasing some of the biggest songs in the genre. In 1990, his long time dream became a reality with the launching of Jamaica Carnival, which has grown to become one of the biggest events in the Caribbean. He has dabbled in dancehall music, playing a crucial role as producer and musician. Lee also had success as a promoter and owner of the Dynamic Sounds label, whi
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