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June 20, 2008
Friday
  • Africa in America: Images of Land, Struggle and Resistance

  • Jun 20, 2008 to Jun 21, 2008
  • Location: WESLEY UNITED METODIST CHURCH
  • Description:

    The Manuel Zapata Olivella Center & Wesley United Methodist Church cordially invite you to an inspiring weekend of activities, June 20 to 22, 2008. "Africa in America: Images of Land, Struggle and Resistance." Photos by Jonathan Bruce, Nacho Hernandez, Danita Delaney and others. Friday, June 20th Opening Reception (refreshments, jazz ensemble, & conversation with artists), 6:30– 10 pm Saturday, June 21st Afternoon Exhibition: guided tours, 12 noon– 5 pm Sunday, June 22nd Afternoon Exhibition: guided tours, 12:30 – 5 pm Evening Fundraising Event for Pastors for Peace/ Cuba Caravan, 5 – 9 pm Featuring: Oscar Rousseaux, Afro-Cuban Musician & Carlo Gentile, Spoken-Word Artist, and Singer Luci Murphy. Dinner will be served. Admission $5 Co-Sponsors: MILPA, GRUPO AFRODESCENDIENTE, FRIENDS OF THE CONGO, TRANSAFRICA FORUM. Contact: Humberto Garcés Executive Director Phone: 202-558-7230 | 202-966-514 5312 Connecticut Avenue & Jenifer Street, NW. Washington, DC. 20015 www.wesleydc.o
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June 19, 2008
Thursday
  • Commemorating Juneteenth in Brooklyn

  • Jun 19, 2008 all day
  • Location: UPROSE
  • Description: "JUNETEENTH" JUNE 19, 2008 Time: TBD LOCATION: UPROSE, 166A 22nd Street Brooklyn The Healthcare Education Project and UPROSE are commemorating Juneteenth by hosting a screening of "Unnatural Causes: Is Inequality Making Us Sick?" Juneteenth - June 19, 1865 – was the day that General Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas and issued General Order #3 that freed the last 250,000 slaves whose bondage, due to the minimal Union presence in the region, had been essentially unaffected by Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation of January 1, 1865. June 19th—which was quickly shortened to "Juneteenth" among celebrants—has become the African-American addendum to our national Independence Day. Please join us for food, screening, presentation and discussion on health care and the related issues that arise from inequalities, disenfranchisement, poverty, and other social dynamics. We will be showing 2 episodes of the 7-part documentary with follow-up discussion. For more information please contact
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  • THE BRONZEVILLE CULTURAL FESTIVAL

  • Jun 19, 2008 to Jun 22, 2008
  • Location: Bronzeville, Chicago
  • Description: THE BRONZEVILLE CULTURAL FESTIVAL http://www.bronzefest.com/index.html Bronzeville Cultural Festival (BCF) is an event to honor Bronzeville's cultural heritage and to further affirm the outstanding African American contribution to Chicago's rich artistic and literary foundation. BCF features the Bronzeville Film Festival and the Bronzeville Book Fair and cooperates with the Lake Meadows Art Fair. This year’s theme is EXPANDING THE SPECTRUM OF BLACK IMAGES, WORDS AND IDEAS. ABOUT THE BRONZEVILLE FILM FESTIVAL The Bronzeville Film Festival is being organized by Third World Press Foundation. Its mission is to showcase feature films, documentaries, animation, short films and videos that communicate the sophistication, significance and history of African Americans. The festival promotes appreciation of film as an art form and provides a vehicle for education and entertainment while solidifying the base that nurtures and encourages emerging black filmmakers. Third World Press Foundation
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June 16, 2008
Monday
  • Stop ACS Attack on Black Families

  • Jun 16, 2008 all day
  • Location: ACS Headquarters
  • Description: December 12th Movement 456 Nostrand Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11216 Phone (718) 398-1766 * Fax (718) 623-1855 D12M@aol.com Stop ACS Attack on Black Families City-Wide Protest International Day of the African Child Monday, June 16, 2008 at 12 PM ACS Headquarters, 150 William St., Downtown NYC Echoes of the trans-Atlantic slave trade and the abusive systematic attack on Black families at the hands of government reverberate in the halls of the NYC Administration of Children’s Services. ACS has time and again, snatched Black children from stable intact families on flimsy pretexts. The Committee to Free Amber James and the December 12th Movement call for a City-Wide Protest to Stop ACS Attack on Black Families. The protest will take place on the International Day of the African Child, Monday, June 16, 2008 at 12 PM in front of the Administration of Children’s Services Headquarters, 150 William Street, Downtown, New York City. “We must join together to protect our children. Too many families
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June 15, 2008
Sunday
  • AFRO JAZZ SUNDAYS

  • Jun 15, 2008 all day
  • Location: Tamboril Restaurant
  • Description: AFRO JAZZ SUNDAYS (An Up Over Jazz Production) Brooklyn's new home for Afro Jazz is Tamboril Restaurant. Every Sunday, beginning Father's Day, music from African, Caribbean & Latin traditions will be woven together with Jazz. On June 15th, former Fela Kuti (pioneer of Afrobeat music) band member Joseph "JoJo" Kuo(www.myspace.com/jojokuomusic) will perform from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Tamboril is located in the Clinton Hill section of the borough, near Pratt University at 527 Myrtle Avenue. Tamboril Restaurant features Nuevo Latino cuisine, that is best described as a continental menu with a Latin/Caribbean twist. No cover charge, table and bar minimum. Father's Day reservations are highly suggested, 718.622.5130. Father's Day June 15th Tamboril's Sunday Afro Jazz presentation will be the international known drummer JoJo Kou & The Afrobeat Collective. Mr. Kuo is from the African nation of Cameroon and curently residents in New York City. His culturally diverse ensemble embraces the spirit o
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June 14, 2008
Saturday
  • Countering The Crisis In Black Education

  • Jun 14, 2008 all day
  • Location: Bethesda Baptist Church
  • Description: SUPPORT INEZ BARRON Saturday JUNE 14 AT 6 PM Countering The Crisis In Black Education More Than Talk Is Needed ! Panelists Historian Dr. Leonard Jeffries Broadcasting Pioneer Bob Law NYC Councilman Charles Barron Psychiatrist James C. McIntosh, M.D. Assembly Candidate Inez Barron Betty Dopson: Former Director of Beacon School at JHS 8 Moderator: Paul Washington Saturday June 14, 2008 at 6:00 PM Topics To Be Covered Countering School Bullying In The Public Schools Developing Rites of Passage For Black Youth Mandatory African American History The State of CUNY For Black Students Government Initiatives That Can Solve The Problem Saturday June 14, 2008 at 6:00 PM Bethesda Baptist Church Jamaica Avenue and 179th Street Jamaica, NY Travel Instructions: By Subway Take F train to 179th and Hillside walk to Jamaica Ave By Car take Grand Central to 188th drive across to Jamaica Avenue turn right to 179th Admission is Free For Further Information Call 718-322-8454
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  • New Black Panther Party Community March

  • Jun 14, 2008 all day
  • Location: Bergen and Hawthorne.
  • Description: THE NEW BLACK PANTHER PARTY NATIONAL MINISTRY OF CULTURE PO BOX 25332, NEWARK, NJ 07101 201-602-0780 May 30, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SHUT'EM DOWN! NO MORE LIQUOR STORES IN OUR 'HOOD! MARCH FOR 'THE SOUL OF THE SOUTH WARD'! On Saturday, June 14th, the New Black Panther Party will rally with legions of Bergen Street area residents to protest the opening of a liquor store and establishment on the corner of Bergen Street and Custer Avenue, right in the heart of Newark's south ward. The rally will include a march and will be held from 12 noon to 5p.m. at Bergen and Hawthorne. Months ago, a merchant from outside of the area applied to the city for a permit to open a liquor store and establishment. When he was confronted with wide well-organized opposition from the community, he then applied for a permit to open a check cashing business instead, but once he secured approval for that, he then began to renovate the location for the liquor establishment he originally opted fo
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  • WADU AFRIKAN COMMUNITY TOWN HALL MEETING

  • Jun 14, 2008 all day
  • Location: Howard University Blackburn Center
  • Description: WORLD AFRIKAN DIASPORA UNION (WADU) REGISTER AS A MEMBER OR LEADER OF WADU - AFRIKAN COMMUNITY TOWN HALL MEETING Cultural Determination for Global Afrikan Power Saturday, June 14, 2008/2:P.M. Howard University Blackburn Center WITH Dr. Leonard Jeffries, Vice President Nana Farika, Cultural Commissioner Nana Marilyn, chief elder, Washington, D.C. Membership & Leadership Drive! For A Council of Elders & Congress of Afrikan Leaders ENROLL NOW – WWW.WADUPAM.ORG WADU People’s Assembly, NYC, August 21-24, 2008 MAKE A DECISION NOW FOR PAN AFRIKAN POWER WWW.WADUPAM.ORG/404-527-7756 His Excellency Baba Dudley Thompson, President Dr. Leonard Jeffries, Vice President Baba Elombe Brath, Chief Elder Dr. Shelby Lewis, Chief Commissioner Baba James Small, Chief of Congress of Leaders Dr. Ndugu T’Ofori-Atta, Secretary General
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June 10, 2008
Tuesday
  • Marcus Garvey Memorial Tribute

  • Jun 10, 2008 all day
  • Location: Marcus Garvey Park
  • Description: ONE GOD, ONE AIM, ONE DESTINY Marcus Garvey PEOPLES POLITICAL PARTY Our people must have a vehicle for their political expressions!! We cordially invite you to our annual Marcus Garvey Memorial Tribute To bring Garveyites from all over the world to manifest the words. To give citations to people in our community who have advance the struggle. Marcus Garvey Memorial Tribute On Tuesday June 10th 2008 at Marcus Garvey Park 123 St/124St. & Madison Ave, Harlem NY Speakers President General UNIA-ACL Dr. Tony Martin, Garvey Historian, writer of several books on Garvey E.S.P. McPherson BA Rasta Fari & Politics. Byron Moore former Commissioner of the UNIA-ACL for the Caribbean & Latin America. RSVP 718 485 9199-646 296 8468 Email marcusgarveyppp@aol.com
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June 7, 2008
Saturday
  • Black Business on Parade

  • Jun 7, 2008 all day
  • Location: Woodward Ave. at Grand Circus Park
  • Description: LOVE A PARADE? Hood research presents its business showcase of 2008. Parade is schedule for Saturday June 7. Parade will begin at 11:00 a.m. Parade route begins on Woodward Ave. at Grand Circus Park. It will proceed south to Jefferson Ave.,west on Jefferson Ave. to COBO Hall. Participants will culminate in the Joe Louis museum for an awards reception. The Grand Marshal this year is Bert Dearing, owner of Bert's Market Place, (the famous Jazz venue). If you are proud of your business, take it to another level and contact Hood Research at (313) 931-2700 businessparade@gmail.com ,or log on to www.blackbusinessparade.com. The highlight of this year's young people who are winners: 15 year old Andre Thorn, National Championship Chess player, Golden Gloves Champions, who will be introduce by well known trainer John Brown, also author Jabrill Muhammed. Great Thinkers make Great Entrepreneurs! Be sure to mark this day on your calendar Saturday, June 7, 2008, 1100 a.m. Join the Black Business o
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June 6, 2008
Friday
  • Free Aviation Camp for Ages 14-18

  • Jun 6, 2008 all day
  • Location: Atlanta, GA
  • Description: HERE'S AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUTH 14-18 INTERESTED IN AVIATION. CHECK IT OUT FOR THE SUMMER! This summer the Organization of Black Airline Pilots (OBAP) will hold 2 Aviation Career Education Camps sponsored by Delta Air Lines. The purpose of each one-week program is to introduce interested youth to the world of aviation by exposing them to the many challenging careers and opportunities which the aviation industry has to offer. This is a program has been around for several years and is an outstanding opportunity for all of our children. The age range is for boys and girls between 14-18 years old. It is FREE!!!! Delta Air Lines pays the entire cost. Application deadline is June 2, 2008. Please visit www.acecamps.org or www.obap.org additional details.
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June 5, 2008
Thursday
  • The National Fatherhood Initiative Program

  • Jun 5, 2008 all day
  • Location: Coles Language Academy
  • Description: Coles Language Academy Is Inviting Fathers and Men to Lead the Way in Educating Their Children Calling all Fathers, Step-fathers, Grandfathers, Uncles, Big Brothers and Male Guardians

    Edward Coles Model for Excellence Language Academy and The National Fatherhood Initiative Program present "Bring Your Father to School Day" Thursday, June 5, 2008 8441 South Yates Blvd. Chicago, Illinois 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - Continental Breakfast (Library) 9:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. - Fathers in the Classroom (No time limits) Throughout the day: Classroom Speakers, What it means to be a father? Interactive Discussions Parenting Materials (Handbooks, DVD's, etc.) Fatherhood Workshops Father's Day is Sunday, June 15, 2008 Coles Language Academy recognizes the importance a father's role plays in a child's life. Father's Day is everyday! Please come out and enjoy a moment and/or day in your child's life. Principal - Mr. Jeff Dase Assistant Principal - Mr. El-Roy Estes Please RSVP with Ms. Jackson or
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  • How Class Works2008 Conference

  • Jun 5, 2008 to Jun 7, 2008
  • Location: Stony Brook, SUNY
  • Description: www.stonybrook.edu/workingclass/conference/2008 Dear Friends and Colleagues - I am pleased to announce that the How Class Works- 2008 conference program, on-line registration, housing and other information are now available on the conference pages of the Center for Study of Working Class Life at the State University of New York at Stony Brook. The How Class Works - 2008 conference will be at Stony Brook, Thursday - Saturday, June 5 - 7, 2008: www.stonybrook.edu/workingclass/conference/2008 Topics Include The color line in the 21st century and the legacy of Theodore W. Allen - single-payer health care - corporate practices in higher education - teaching class - white working class anger in the UK - lessons of the Charleston 5 - class and the legal system - class and religion labor law and union strategy - plus many more in 54 sessions. Speakers Confirmed include Sam Anderson, Catherine-Mercedes Brillantes Judge, Pedro Caban, Fuat Ercan, Claudia Fegan, Bill Fletcher, Jr., Tami Gol
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May 29, 2008
Thursday
  • CLASSICAL AFRICA EDUCATIONAL TOUR X: ANCIENT EGYPT (KEMET)

  • May 29, 2008 to Jun 12, 2008
  • Location: ANCIENT EGYPT (KEMET)
  • Description: CLASSICAL AFRICA EDUCATIONAL TOUR X ANCIENT EGYPT (KEMET) May 29 - June 12, 2009 $3799* (all inclusive) from New York Personally escorted by PROF. MANU AMPIM (experienced tour guide & leading historian of Africana Studies) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- FULL TRIP ITINERARY & REGISTRATION FORM http://manuampim.com/kemet_09.pdf TRIP INCLUDES: -All tips, taxes, and domestic travel in Egypt -Deluxe hotel accommodations & two meals per day -Entrance fees to over 40 sites & monuments (15% more sites/monuments than other educational tours) -CD on "Documenting Your Travel Experiences" -On-site and evening presentations by Prof. Ampim -Field research training -Optional 5 units college credit TOUR HIGHLIGHTS (LAND OF THE PHARAOHS): We will visit... -The great pyramids of Giza & the Great Sphinx (Heru-em-akhet), which is the most well-known statue in the world. -The ancient capital city of Memphis and the extensive monuments of Sa
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May 25, 2008
Sunday
  • Afrikan Liberation Day Community Forum

  • May 25, 2008 all day
  • Location: THE ITC CHAPEL
  • Description: WORLD AFRIKAN DIASPORA UNION (WADU) Presents AFRIKAN LIBERATION DAY COMMUNITY FORUM DATE: SUNDAY, MAY 25, 2008/2:00 P.M. WHERE: THE ITC CHAPEL 700 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr., ATL (Near Morris Brown Univ.) Kuzinduka – Restoring Our Africanness Leaders To Speak On Issues: Globalization & African Economic Depression Community Food Security & Survival The Real Race is for the Black Homeland, not the White House From African Spirituality, To White Theology, To Black Theology… MAKE A DECISION NOW FOR PAN AFRIKAN POWER REGISTER AS A MEMBER OR LEADER OF WADU - WWW.WADUPAM.ORG 404-527-7756
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  • Zulu Nation Memorial Day Cookout

  • May 25, 2008 all day
  • Location: Marcus Garvey Park (124th St. & 5th Ave
  • Description: Universal Zulu Nation Is Proud To Present…. It’s 2nd Annual “Memorial Day Cookout” This is a “Family Affair” So Please No Drugs and No Alcohol!!! Come In Peace In Unity There Is Strength Date: Sunday, May 25th 2008 Where: Marcus Garvey Park (124th St. & 5th Ave.) Time: 2pm-??? Harlem, New York City
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May 22, 2008
Thursday
  • UN Hearing on US Racism

  • May 22, 2008 all day
  • Location: The Schomburg Center
  • Description: UN Special Investigator Doudou Diene Hearings on Racism Register for testimony: 718.398.1766 Thursday May 22, 2008 10AM to 2PM at the Schomburg Center Malcolm X Blvd & 135th Street Hosted by the December 12th Movement International Secretariat
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  • Benefit for Harlem Tenants Council and Lawsuit Against 125th St. Rezoning Salutes Imhotep Gary Byrd

  • May 22, 2008 all day
  • Location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Labor Center
  • Description: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 11, Contact: Michael Green: 212-690-0797/646-488-9576 Nellie Hester Bailey: 646-812-5188 Benefit for Harlem Tenants Council and Lawsuit Challenging 125th Street Rezoning Salutes Imhotep Gary Bryd On Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 8:00 PM in the auditorium of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Labor Center located at 310 West 43rd Street, the 1199 SEIU African American Committee will host a benefit performance of "The Meeting" for the Harlem Tenants Council (HTC), a not for profit tenants rights organization on the frontline fighting gentrification and displacement of low income tenants in Harlem. HTC is also one of several petitioners on a lawsuit challenging the rezoning of Harlem's 125th St. corridor that will displace thousands of low income residents throughout Central Harlem and drive out 71 local businesses on 125th St. Jeff Stetson's awarding winning play, "The Meeting" directed by Eric Coleman features Lawrence Winslow as Malcolm X, Michael Green as Martin L
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