SAN ANTO: Rebel Shamans: Indigenous Women Confront Empire -- NOV 15

Rebel Shamans:
Indigenous Women Confront Empire

A visual presentation with Max Dashu

Thursday, November 15, 7:00PM

Suggested Donation $5

Max Dashu of the Suppressed Histories Archives looks at how indigenous
women draw on cultural traditions and spiritual power to resist
colonization and challenge systems of domination. Featured women
include Kimba Vita (Congo), Maria Candelaria (Chiapas), Queen Nanny of
the Maroons (Jamaica), Toypurina (Tongva Nation, California), Lozen
(Apache Nation), and more.

Read more at:
http://www.suppressedhistories.net


Hip Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes
Documentary film screening & plática

*Saturday, November 17, 3:00PM*
Free Admission
donations appreciated

This documentary by Byron Hurt takes an in-depth look at masculinity and
manhood in rap and hip-hop. Using interviews with performers and fans,
the film explores misogyny, violence, and homophobia in the hip hop
world and the complex intersections of culture, commerce, and gender.

In collaboration with ILL COMMUNICATION: A Hip Hop Conference.

Read about the film at:
http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/hiphop/


Raul Salinas Tribute and Fundraiser
w/ Open Mic, Special Guests, Music,
Silent Auction, and Live Painting

Sunday, November 18, 4:00-8:00PM

Suggested Donation $5 /(o mas)/

Join us as we pay tribute to poet, human rights activist and native son
raulrsalinas in this community celebration. Born in San Antonio,
raulrsalinas is a veterano of Chicano literature and jazz/beat pioneer
whose writing and activism have earned him international recognition as
a spokesperson for a diversity of political causes. Come support Raul!!

Read more about Raul's ongoing work at:
http://www.raulrsalinas.com


Noche Azul de Esperanza:
"Cantos para los Muertos"

Wednesday, November 14, 7:00PM

$5 Suggested Donation

7:00PM Introduction with Altar, Comida & Calaveras
8:00PM Azul in Concert

Azul, local musician and buena gente de Esperanza, presents traditional
songs, stories, and images dedicated to the departed, focusing on the
indigenous roots of Dia de los Muertos. Bring ofrendas for the
community altar!

*NOCHE AZUL DE ESPERANZA CONCERT SERIES CONTINUES
THE 2ND WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH.

Hear Azul's music at:
http://www.myspace. com/azulmusica


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We need your help with these and other upcoming events!
Can you volunteer some of your time at the above listed events?
Give us a call at 210.228.0201

mail to:
esperanza@esperanzacenter.org

website:
http://www.esperanzacenter.org/


Esperanza Peace and Justice Center
922 San Pedro Ave . San Antonio TX 78212
(entrance on W Evergreen, 1/2 mile north of downtown)

Thanks to:
Ne74

SAN ANTO: "Ill Communication" and "Quell" Concerts -- NOV 16-17

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"Ill Communication"
…a hiphop conference…
(presented by the Texas Media Empowerment Project & the Peace Initiative)

Coming to San Antonio, TX, on Fri. 11/16/07 & Sat. 11/17/07

A fresh weekend feat. a 4 elements live show, a film screening, a discussion panel & a fresh closing concert!

The Film: HIP-HOP: Beyond Beats and Rhymes:
Filmmaker Byron Hurt, a life-long hip-hop fan, was watching rap music videos on BET when he realized that each video was nearly identical. Guys in fancy cars threw money at the camera while scantily clad women danced in the background. As he discovered how stereotypical rap videos had become, Hurt, a former college quarterback turned activist, decided to make a film about the gender politics of hip-hop, the music and the culture that he grew up with. "The more I grew and the more I learned about sexism and violence and homophobia, the more those lyrics became unacceptable to me," he says. "And I began to become more conflicted about the music that I loved." The result is HIP-HOP: Beyond Beats and Rhymes, a riveting documentary that tackles issues of masculinity, sexism, violence and homophobia in today's hip-hop culture.

Click here to view the "HipHop: Beyond Beats & Rhymes" trailer

The Events:
Friday, Nov. 16th, 2007
Starts @ 8pm
FREE, All ages!
@ Ruta Maya Riverwalk Coffee House (107 E. MartinSt. @ Soledad St.)

Join us for a "4 elements" Meet & Greet concert event feat. live graffiti art, breakdancing, hiphop performances, DJs & fresh visuals

Confirmed music acts include:
Almas Intocables, Lotus Tribe, Public Zoo, Astex, DJ Tech-neek, DJ Mexican StepGrandfather & more!

Confirmed live artists include:
Supher, Cien63, Oar, Znos, Scotch!, Genevieve & Trashcan Specials & more!

Plus the Bboys & Bgirls from United, Prhymemates, Y.A. & more!


Saturday, Nov. 17th, 2007
@ Esperanza Peace & Justice Center (922 San Pedro Ave @ Evergreen St .)
Starts @ 3pm
FREE, All ages!

The official afterparty will feature 2 of Chicago's most influential & notorious hiphop cats, Qwel & DJ Dallas Jackson + others

Saturday, Nov. 17th, 2007 @ 9pm
@ Rock Bottom Tattoo Bar (1033 Ave. B @ Jones)



Come check out this unique, positive & fresh weekend hiphop conference coming to the Alamocity!

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Thanks to:
Keep San Antonio Lame™

SAN ANTO: Loft 120 Needs A Village [submit, artists]

Loft 120 is accepting submissions for First Thursday/Friday, and one or three month exhibits. Interested painters, graffiti artists, photographers, sculptors, and fashion designers should contact us.

Also of interest:

Loft120 is currently looking for artists and designers to showcase in our gallery space on a consignment basis. We are located in the Blue Star Art Complex in the heart of the arts district of San Antonio, Texas. We are specifically looking for high design, high quality, gift items to provide for sale to the patrons of our gallery. We are committed to developing the indie art scene, and we will always do whatever we can to provide an outlet for emerging talent. For more details on who we are, please visit the links below:

www.loft120bluestar.com
DETAILS PDF



Courtesy of:
Keep San Antonio Lame™