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===Friday, January 29th===
Burning Man’s Larry Harvey at Evolver Gift Spore
Evolver NYC (http://www.evolver.net/evolver_nyc) and Burners Without Borders (http://www.burnerswithoutborders.org) invite you to “Give It Up” at our next Spore, where the topic of the night is gifting – what it means, how it can manifest in society, and possibilities for the future. Consider the potential of a community whose economy is based on giving, rather than having – and cooperating, rather than competing.
This Spore will focus on Burning Man, a phenomenon that has revolutionized and broadened the scope of gifting’s potential. We’ll hear from our special guest – Burning Man co-founder, Larry Harvey, who will be coming from San Francisco to share his insights on this emerging concept. Then he will lead a discussion, along with long-time Burners and community leaders David Koren (FIGMENT) and “Costume Jim” Glaser (Open Kulture), concerning gifting’s role as we continue to evolve. Come early for music and mingling with the Time Interchange of New York (TINY), a dynamic network of New Yorkers connected through a complementary currency system founded on gift culture’s key tenets. Dedicated members of TINY will be offering their services (for free of course!), ranging from energy healing to sewing/mending your ripped jeans!
Stick around for more music, food and drinks, a raffle with some awesome prizes, and interactive entertainment – Burner style! Engage, philosophize, dance, and explore your gifts with some of New York’s most thought-provoking partyers – this is an event you won’t want to miss! Music by DJ 2melo (eNoiz) and Tektite (Vitamin B).
(7p, $15)) Party ‘til Late
Check out TINY -www.timeinterchange.com – if you register and complete one transaction (it won’t cost you a dime!) before the Spore, you’ll get a raffle ticket with the possibility of receiving a surprise gift! Collective Hardware 169 Bowery (below Delancey), First Floor http://www.evolver.net/ny_give_it_up_spore
==Saturday January 30==
Global Music Double Fundraiser For Globalista Fabian Alsultany And Doctors Without Borders
Your donations will directly support all of Fabian’s cancer recovery and alternative wellness treatments that his health insurance is not covering. In addition funds raised will also be donation to Doctors Without Borders in Fabian’s name to support relief efforts in Haiti. Please join us for a party/fundraiser in support of the health, wellness, and recovery of our good friend Fabian Alsultany on Saturday January 30th, 2010. Live performances by: Hassan Hakmoun & Zahar (www.hassanhakmoun.com), Falu (www.falumusic.com), Basya Schechter (Pharaoh’s Daughter; www.pharaohsdaughter.com). Luqmon Brown (Funkface; www.funkfacenyc.com), Malika Zarra (www.malikazarra.com) and Haale (www.haale.com). DJ sets by: Bill Bragin & Amon Drum. Very special guests: Jamshied Sharifi, Damon Banks, Brahim Fribgane, Mark Copley, Rajeev Maddela, Harvey Wight, Gwen Laster, Benefo Benefo, Manu Koch, Ron McBee, and more. Who is Fabian Alsultany? Fabian has been working in the field of global music for two decades. He is considered a leader in the field. His Globesonic dance parties, with co-DJs Derek Beres and Bill Bragin, have helped to grow New York’s global music scene. He has worked for and with SOBs, Putumayo, Palm Pictures, Africa Fete, and Vive La World!, as well as being a past manager for artists including John Brown’s Body, Karsh Kale, Hassan Hakmoun, and Kailash Kher, among others. He is currently fighting cancer and he is going to win. You can read about his journey to wellness on his Great Mystery blog: http://alsultany32.blogspot.com. Join the fight while raising money for Fabian’s recovery and Haiti’s recovery by coming out to the party.==February 16==
(Le) Poisson Rouge 158 Bleeker Street New York, New York 10012 (212) 228-4854 Tickets: $12 (advance/door) 11PM -4 AM http://www.lepoissonrouge.com/events/view/946
==Saturday, February 13==
“Tryptophantasia” An Animation Film Screening
Presented by Kaliptus @ Wild Project, NY – Feb 13th 2010 A “Tryptophan Art Utopia” project. Tryptophantasia is a psychotropic event that brings to you some of the best, cream of the crop, underground, psychedelic animations the universe has yet to offer. The screenings that will be projected in Wild Project’s theater may reveal some of the deepest secrets of the universe! If you are ready for consciousness expansion, don’t miss this event, as it will elevate your mind beyond the beyond. Anywhere from 24-28 short films will be screened for two hours varying in style, quality, and nature… and ranging from paradigm shifting animations to mystical videos, tripadelic motion graphics, mind warping experiments, occult surrealism, and lots more. This event is geared to alter your very being to a higher level of super hue-man exaltation & inspiration through the display of some very extraordinary projected screenings.
Artists include: Bruno Dicolla http://brn.cc/, Yoshi Sodeoka http://www.c505.com/, Kaliptus http://kaliptus.com/, Blu http://blublu.org/, Zumbakamera http://www.zumbakamera.com/, Stieg Retling http://www.plasticflesh.com/, Malcolm Sutherland http://www.animalcolm.com/, Weirdcore http://www.weirdcore.tv/, Joseph Pelling http://www.josephpelling.co.uk, Fernando Sarmiento http://vimeo.com/user597310, Jacob Rendell http://vimeo.com/jacobrendell, Aghori Christ http://psychedelicswastika.blogspot.com/, RKDB http://vimeo.com/rkdb, Domino http://www.dominovisualart.com/, Syd Gnosis Syd@Cosm.org And lots more to be announced…Visionary Arts, Accessories, Clothes, & Vending by Scribles. Also be sure to check out Tryptophanatic Netvision to get an idea of the style of films that will be screened… Sponsored by Souldish & Evolver, Hosted by Salma of Souldish, Organized/Directed by Kaliptus; In-Joy!
(7p – 10p, $5 Adv – $7 Dr) Wild Project (The theater is handicapped accessible.) 195 East 3rd St., p. 212.228.1195 For more info contact: Kaliptus.Arts@Gmail.com, info@thewildproject.com http://vimeo.com/channels/tryptophanatic))NYE((
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))Other Events((
==Thursday, January 28==
Bluenefertiti’s Paris @ night to benefit Haiti’s oasis for children
The Thursday-night dj series at bubble lounge is pre-empted by a fantastic night of french-african music for a great cause – grassroots haitian charity oasis for children. Paris @ night is a new multi-media performance project from celia faussart of the afropean duo les nubians, “exploring the complexities of cities and love… Tracing the echos of edith piaf, miriam makeba, josephine baker, sly & robbie, and minnie riperton, bluenefertiti and her ek’lectric band take you on a journey through time and space”. Two live sets, the first beginning at 9 pm, with dj johnny dynell spinning before, between and after.
(From 8:30, donation $15)
The Bubble Lounge 228 West Broadway http://www/bubblelounge.com
==Friday, January 29==
1. Linda Gastaldello Presents: Just Women
Join Italian Photographer Linda Gastaldello as she sheds light on the humanity of prostitutes living in impoverished areas of Kathmandu, Nepal and Mexico City, while questioning a society that allows women to be forced into sexual exploitation. Gastaldello’s portraits embody the simultaneous strength and fragility of these women and challenge our perceptions of sex workers, taking us beyond the streets, clients and brothels, to the families, home lives and personal interests. Plus music & complimentary drinks. RSVP events@3rdward.com On display through February 7.
(7p to 10p, $?) 195 Morgan Avenue, Bklyn, NY http://www.3rdward.com/events
==Saturday, January 30==
Bhakti’s Official Record Release Celebration
Come uplift your souls and the whole city by joining us in an evening of music, meditation and celebration. All proceeds to support Yoga & Meditation programs for at-risk youth in NYC. Bhakti is a musical journey into Kirtan music sung primarily in Sanskrit, an ancient language known for its healing vibrations. Bhakti Band musicians fuse their diverse backgrounds in rock, soul, world and jazz music with their love for meditation and yoga to bring expression to this beautiful form of meditative singing. “Bhajan means sharing from the deepest level of our existence. The body is made up of millions of atoms and every particle has the capacity to absorb energy and radiate energy. And when you chant, sing, that particular energy is radiated in the body…When you sing bhajans, chant, the deepest layers in our consciousness vibrate with the oldest sounds; the whole system resonates. It is very powerful.” -His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Become bhakti’s facebook friend here:
(7p – 9:30p, $10) Subud Center NYC 230 West 29th Street (Between 7th and 8th Ave) Suggested donation: $10 http://www.bhaktiband.com or www.myspace.com/bhaktiband to check out the music and more details. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bhakti/203614799609?v=app_2405167945
==Also January 30==
Full Moon Ceremony at CoSM
Join the crew up at the new CoSM location for dance and ceremony. At the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors, Alex and Allyson Grey invite you to celebrate the Full Moon with an evening of wisdom and prayer from all faiths. In this inter-denominational ceremony, we embrace the richness of our diverse cultures in music, poetry and shared community. Please bring a drum or an instrument to co-create joyous rhythms and inspire dancers to ecstatic movement. Come with an open mind and heart…expect lively dialogue and interactive experiences through art, music, meditation, prayer and rhythm. All are welcome. This is a family-friendly, drug and alcohol-free event. No camping or pets. All visitors must leave the grounds before 1am. Consider joining CoSM as a member.
(6:30p – 11:55p, $10) Deer Hill Rd. Wappingers Falls, NY http://www.cosm.org/fullmoon.html
==Also January 30==
Beekeeping: Find out how to get ready for spring; making it legal
John Howe, founder of the Brooklyn Bee, lives in Fort Greene where he has three beehives on his roof. The bees make honey that John sells; he also makes soap, lip balm and candles from beeswax. Come learn how to keep bees. Plus, this is the week that the City Council holds hearings to legalize beekeeping in NYC (Wednesday, Feb 3). Just Food will speak briefly about the legislation and what we can do to make sure it passes.
(1:30-3:30 p, $10) 388 Atlantic Ave. — Brooklyn — closest to A, C & G, but near the B, M, Q, R, 2, 3, 4, 5, and F http://www/thebrooklynbee.com
==Saturday, January 30==
Yoga: The Eight-Fold Path to Peace
A Day of Going Deeper Sponsored by One Spirit & Integral Yoga Institute
Join us for an extraordinary day of yoga, exploring the physical, spiritual and psychological practices that make up the eight-fold path of yoga. This day takes new yoga students as well as advanced practitioners deeper into yoga. The program begins with a hatha yoga class, continues with an interactive talk about the Yogic Diet with Manu Dawson, C.Y.N.Th., and ends with a talk entitled “Living a Committed Life.” A closing puja ritual will be led by senior Integral monk, Swami Ramananda. Delicious vegetarian lunch will be provided. Space is limited. Please register early. All levels welcome. Manu Dawson C.Y.N.Th. is a nutritional consultant at the Integral Yoga Natural Apothecary in New York. He is a dynamic teacher of yogic diet and nutrition. He is a radio show host and a workshop leader on topics of cleansing, fasting, and detoxification. Swami Ramananda, a senior monastic disciple of Sri Swami Satchidananda, is the Director of the New York Integral Yoga Institute. Registration closes Thursday, January 28. Please register early.
(11a – 5p, $90 Registration fee for OSLA Students, Alumni & friends) Integral Yoga Institute 227 West 13th St., btwn 7th and 8th Aves. http://www.iyiny.org/
====January 30==
Maha Kirtan – Bhakti’s Official Record Release Party
Come uplift your souls and the whole city by joining us in an evening of chanting for peace and oneness. Doors: 7pm. Music & Meditation: 7:30pm – 9:30pm. All proceeds to support Yoga & Meditation programs for at-risk youth in NYC. “Bhajan means sharing from the deepest level of our existence. The body is made up of millions of atoms and every particle has the capacity to absorb energy and radiate energy. And when you chant, sing, that particular energy is radiated in the body…When you sing bhajans, chant, the deepest layers in our consciousness vibrate with the oldest sounds; the whole system resonates. It is very powerful.”-His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Bhakti Saturday, January 30, 2010 (7p – 11p, $10) Subud Center NYC 230 West 29th Street, (Between 7th and 8th Ave) htp://www.bhaktiband.com for more details
==Sunday January 31st==
Be Wild Woman Presents Co-Ed Love Feeling Sexy Party~
Featuring Sheri Winston ~Women’s Anatomy Of Arousal Hearts with Haiti FUNdraiser-raffle. Join us for a safe & fun space for women to express, heal, dance & feel sexy. It is a space for women to both respect and delight in each others sexiness. Women can invite their friends & partners to honor & celebrate womanly wildness. Here you will find that sexiness originates in feeling comfortable and pleasurable on the inside and radiates out. We are delighted to welcome back one of our favorite presenters Sheri Winston with a new book and a revamped: Women’s Anatomy of Arousal featuring a scintillating power point presentation. This playshop should be required for all women and anyone who wants to arouse women. We’re doing a raffle to raise money to help Haitian children recover from the earthquake. My husband Billy helped build St. Josephs Home for Boys & now its been devastated. Lets have a party, feel sexy & raise $ to help boys in Haiti. For more info or to donate now go to Hearts with Haiti. blissings Kiana Love ~founder of Be Wild Woman. Playlist: 2-5pm Women’s Anatomy of Arousal Play Shop With Wholistic Sexuality & Intimate Arts Teacher Sheri Winston CNN, RN ,BSN, LMT; 5-9pm Love Feeling Sexy Party, Pillow Talk with Sheri & Friends 5:15-6:00 pm, Chakracize Connection with Kiana Love; 6:00-6:45 pm followed by potluck, dance, sexy dress-up, sensory delight, art, music by Dj Chela & Cecil Grey. Raffle for Haiti with Hearts; St. Josephs Home for Boys. Details: Women’s Anatomy of Arousal Play Shop with Sheri Winston. Did you know that women have as much erectile equipment as men? Find out what’s really down there & how to make it work beyond your wildest dreams. Its time for you to: transform your sex life, reach your full pleasure potential. Finally understand feminine sexuality. Learn the secrets of female ejaculation. Based on her exciting new book. Get your copy & have Sheri autograph it. Pre-registration required $25-$50 sliding scale for entire event. Bring something delectable to eat or drink for potluck! For Love Feeling Sexy Party $15 at the door $5 goes to Hearts with Haiti
Sunday January 31st (2-9p, ask about ticket price, pre-reg required) Brooklyn Sanctuary 778 Bergen (at corner of Grand) Contact Kiana to register now. kakini@gmail.com /917 453-3663
==Sunday, January 31==
The Dance of Life – Call for Participants and Guests at a Benefit for a friend of the NY Shamanic Circle
Shamanic Arts Healing Celebration A Benefit for Trishka Doherty Presented by Friends of Trishki
Please join us as we honor our beloved sister Trishki Doherty in a very special fundraising event: The Dance of Life. Trishki was recently re-diagnosed with cancer, and we are coming together to help with her ever-growing medical expenses as well as her living expenses. We honor Trishski’s contributions to the shamanic, dance and other communities, her lightness of spirit and her intention to always live life to the fullest. During the day’s celebration, we will be doing shamanic ceremonies, hosting a Talent Show, and offering unique Auction Items, selling books and shamanic items. We’ll also have delicious donated catering Food and Drinks. We would like to thank our Sponsors: Lighten Up Caterers (for the great food.) Illuminating Journeys (for the Free trip). Above Center Photo: © Thomas Donley Photography. We Need Your Help. Volunteers are needed. Please join the Auction, Advertising, Food & Beverage, and Talent Show Committees, or be a part of the set-up and break-down crew. Donations of time and talent are welcome for the following–Auction Items: Do you have a product or service that you could offer, or know of someone who does? Shamanic Healing/Medicine objects (pouches, feathers, sage, herbs), crystals, paintings, photographs, books, CD’s, jewelry, and gift certificates for healing sessions are some ideas. Talent Show: Can you dance, sing, play an instrument, tell a story, read poetry, tell jokes or offer some kind of entertainment? Food and Beverages: Would you like to donate some tasty treats and thirst-quenching drinks? Help serve and meet people in your community. We also welcome monetary donations and are happy to have more sponsors for the event.
(2p-6p, $20 Contribution) Children’s Aid Society 219 Sullivan St. (3rd & Bleecker), NYC, Ground flr (Special Needs accessible) Please RSVP and let us know if you are coming. Thank you. Contact NY Shamanic Circle To volunteer or find out more, please contact the specific group you would like to become a part of: General Info: Irma 718.396.4246, starspiritwoman@yahoo.com Auction Items: Joe, joemonkman@earthspiritworks.com Talent Show: Joey, earthspirit@optonline.net Food/Beverages: Olivia, oolkowski@mac.com Advertsising/Marketing: Itzhak, ibeery@bsadv.com Sponsorship: Olivia, oolkowski@mac.com Contact: NY Shamanic Circle Visit NYSC.org
==Saturday, January 30==
Kirtan and Comedy Night Benefit for Integral Yoga Institute
Featuring Kirtan Rabbi and Hosted by Prakash and Achala. Belly laughs and ecstatic chanting…what better combination? Come out and enjoy some raucous comedy and joyful chanting. Comedians include the ever hilarious Rev. Sam Rudra Swartz and Swami Ramananda alongside the ever joyful devotional artists Kirtan Rabbi, Devirose, Jeremy & Lily and Maxananda. Certain to be a kirtan event you will never forget!
(8p – 10p, $20 donation) 227 West 13th Street (between 7th & 8th Aves) http://www.iyiny.org/workshops_events/kirtan_and_comedy_night
==Sunday, January 31==
Staying Healthy through the Seasons: Thriving in Winter Workshop
Curious about staying healthy this winter? Come learn tips for how to live in balance during the cold winter days with food, yoga, and herbs. In this workshop we will discuss natural cold and flu prevention and care, eating in balance with the seasons and with your Ayurvedic constitution. Learn cheap recipes and how to eat well, fresh and local during the dreary winter months. Abby will teach you some great yoga poses to keep your energy up and blood flowing and Liz will enliven your spirits with great herbal teas and foods. Come join Abby Paloma and Liz Blake for an educational and fun gathering.
Bring a mug for tea. (3-5p *optional potluck after, “recommended exchange”: $10-15) 388 Atlantic Ave. — Brooklyn — closest to A, C & G, but near the B, M, Q, R, 2, 3, 4, 5, and F http://www/behivethrives.com
==Tuesday, February 2==
The New York Permaculture February Meetup
Hosted by Sean. This is for general networking and to meet/help Permies in NYC. What is everyone working on and where? Who is available to help each other with projects? (where can you help out and when are you available) Is the first Tuesday of each month a good night for meeting? Does the lower east side work for everyone? (if not, RSVP “no” with a comment of when/where you can make it in the future) A $10 donation will be optional for our meetups. The purpose is only to help sponsor PDC students, establish and maintain demonstration sites, purchase land for a land trust network, and other sustainable culture educational projects in the Northeast. The PayPal link sends a donation to Green Phoenix Permaculture, a 501c3 organization. How to find us “Up the stairs in the eating area.”
(7p, Suggested donation $10) Earth Matters 177 Ludlow St. http://www.nycpermaculture.info/calendar/12234570/?eventId=12234570&action=detail