A Special Cartoon for Day of the Dead

Ask the Angels

The Queen

A little quote:

"We are what we pretend to be, so we must be careful about what we pretend to be."

There are books that I consider important for others to read, for various reasons.
Mother Night is one of these.

SUPERINTENDENT GOLDEN NAMED ‘WOMAN OF ACHIEVEMENT’



Oregon Commission for Women Selects Dr. Nancy Golden as a 2008 Honoree


SPRINGFIELD, OREGON — Superintendent Nancy Golden has been selected as one of four “Oregon Women of Achievement” for 2008 by the Oregon Commission for Women (OCFW). She was nominated by Springfield Mayor Sid Leiken.

“Nancy Golden promotes the status of women, both young and old, by her accomplishments, character, and integrity. With her leadership and dedication, she has changed the perception of the school district in Springfield,” wrote Mayor Leiken in his nomination.

Letters of support were also submitted by community members, including President of the Springfield Renaissance Development Corporation, Tom Draggoo: “It is with great pleasure that I add my voice to those recommending [Nancy] as a recipient of the Women of Achievement Award…Nancy’s impact on the community has been remarkable. It is no accident that the school board has referred to Nancy’s tenure as ‘the Golden years’ at every annual review they have given her.”

The other women selected this year are: Congresswoman Darlene Hooley of West Linn, Sydney Sherwood of Tigard, and Dr. Keren Brown Wilson of Portland. These women were selected based on their leadership, success in their area of expertise, promotion of the status of women and commitment to equality and diversity.

The four women will be honored at the 24th Annual Women of Achievement Awards Dinner, on Saturday, October 11, 2008, at the DoubleTree Hotel (1000 NE Multnomah Street) in Portland. The reception begins at 6:00 p.m., followed by dinner, awards ceremony, and a keynote address by Kellie F. Johnson at 7:00 p.m.

“These four great women have dedicated their time, talents, and treasure in an effort to make the world a better place. Recognizing their outstanding achievements in service, compassion and devotion is what this night is all about,” says Regan Gray, the chair of the Oregon Commission for Women.

Superintendent Nancy Golden (excerpt from Mayor Leiken’s nomination letter):

"Dr. Nancy Golden has been the Superintendent of Springfield Public Schools since July 2003. During this time, student scores have increased across the board and innovative projects such as the One-to-One Initiative, the grades 6–12 Literacy Initiative, Arts Matter and the Talented and Gifted (TAG) program have been implemented to the benefit of the city’s entire student population. She also spearheaded the opening of the Academy of Arts and Academics (A3) in downtown Springfield – developing a successful cutting-edge high school while at the same time contributing to downtown urban renewal. Nancy understands the big picture and is a true community leader.

Nancy’s commitment to the children in this community drives her to set a high standard for our teachers, students and community members. Her tireless work benefits the educational community and the community as a whole. She keeps a full schedule and maintains the positive energy to remain involved in numerous community groups and activities. She is a member of the Diversity and Human Rights Consortium, Springfield Rotary, Consortium for Lesley University and many other community and regional organizations. As part of TEAM Springfield, which includes the City of Springfield, Springfield Public Schools, Springfield Utility Board and Willamalane Park and Recreation District, she has worked collaboratively to support events and programs that touch the lives of all the citizens of the City of Springfield."

Oregon Advocacy Commissions and the Oregon Commission for Women:

The Oregon Advocacy Commissions Office (OACO) was created to support the work of the commissions on Asian, Black, Hispanic and Women’s affairs, which serve as the liaisons between the minority communities and government entities. The OACO is responsible for administrative support to the commissions as they strive for implementation and establishment of economic, social, legal and political equality for minorities in Oregon.

In 1964, Governor Mark Hatfield established the Governor’s Oregon Commission for Women (OCFW) to advise him of the needs and concerns of Oregon women. The mission of the OCFW is to work for the implementation and establishment of economic, social, legal, and political equality for women and to maintain a continuing assessment of the issues and needs confronting women in Oregon.

Dreams

One of my favorite books in my twenties:



Lately I've dreamt nearly every night that I'm visiting with people who are dead in the waking world.
I superstitiously fear this is an ominous message for me.
Ron might say that this is "magical thinking."

Maybe because the Day of the Dead is nearing the veil between the worlds is thin.




Last night's tete-a-tete was with Timothy Leary.
Maybe I need to tune in, turn on, and drop out, or perhaps I'm wondering if there's life after youth.







We hugged like old friends, cried a bit, and had a wonderful conversation.

Rescheduled Shoehorn Events

Shoehorn with Mrs. Kucinich


#1)Rescheduled from the last email!
Shoehorn adds woodwinds, voice and tap dance to the Brazilian
stylings of:

Nacao Bate Livre (Free Beat Nation)
Go Gringo Go
Beat Lore
FRIDAY, October 10th, 2008 9pm-midnight at
The Blue Monk
3341 SE Belmont, Portland OR
$5



Go Gringo Go has been one of my favorite side projects. Lead by Pink
Martini percussion powerhouse Derek Reith, these 3 groups all explore
various facets of Brazilian percussion culture, some selections
include a veneer of jazz and popular tunes from the USA. Also
includes other vocalists and DJ Cachacinha. Danceable, fun and
dynamic!

#2) Gresham Jazz Run-free Sunday,October 12th
This is a fund-raiser I am doing organized by Anthony Neely,
Music Director of Portland Adventist Elementary School, to raise
money for jazz education. I will perform across from Gresham City
Park from 7:30- 8:30am and then move to the Spring Water Trail near
SW 19th Dr. for another hour of playing.

#3) I am also involved in this concert:
ARTISTS FOR OBAMA
It boasts a great line-up and even though I am a Kucinich man, I
reckon Obama is our best bet.

WHAT: OBAMA/BIDEN Campaign Fundraiser

WHEN: Mon. OCT 20th, 2008 doors open 6pm show 7 to 10pm

WHERE: WONDER BALLROOM 128 NE Russell St. Port.97212 (503)
284-8686

HOW MUCH: General Admission: $25, Students & Artists $15, 12 &
under Free
Tickets available at the door /
peace7@gmail.com thru Oct 9th.

all ages event, 21 + FULL BAR

contact: peacevoice7@gmail.com

STANDING UP FOR CHANGE, Paper Preferred! FundRaiser for
OBAMA/BIDEN
A Variety Show of epic proportions outsized only by the amount of
Talent involved Musicians, Vocalists, Dancers,
Actors, even a Comedian!


Featuring:

Radical Russ Belville keynote speaker KPOJ/AIR AMERICA

musicians:

The Florestan Trio
Hamilton Cheifetz, Janet Guggenheim, Carol Sindell
Gary Hobbs & Friends
Gordon Lee
Darrell Grant with Crystal Gray & Kyle Williams
Tom Grant
Jim Fischer
ShoeHorn
Mary Kadderly
Rebecca Kilgore with Dick Titterington
Susannah Mars with Ross Seligman
Nancy Curtin with Tom Grant
Corey Brunish
Dover Weinberg Quartet with Duffy Bishop & Lloyd Jones
Dover Weinberg, Dave Kahl, Chris Carlson, Johnnie Corrie
Chrissy Faith & LaRhonda Steele & Friends
Marv & Rindy Ross
Dave Edwards
Nicole Campbell

dancers:

Linda Austin & Eight Friends
Jamey Hampton

comedian:

Brian Bressler

actors/readers:

Ted Schultz Luisa Sermol
Danny Bruno Louanne Moldovan
Duffy Bishop Olga Sanchez
Michael Griggs Alyeson Osborn
Carlton Jackson Melissa Mitchell
Howard Arron Betty Issac
Mike McLeod Sheila Campion

Todd Tolces co MC Michele Mariana co MC
(producer)

piano courtesy of Classic Piano


A wonderful evening of World Class Talent Sharing their Artistry
and their integrity of purpose in one of the most momentous times in
our Nation's History.

An evening of music and dance, laughter and song and spoken word
presented by some of the most gifted Artists our City has to offer.
An oleo of creativity woven together with threads of the Declaration
of Independence, The US Constitution, The Bill of Rights and The
Geneva Convention read thruout. An evening of Hope and Promise and
Possibility. A reminder of what we have lost, what's at stake and
what WE CAN reclaim and renew! Oh YES WE CAN.
An evening filled with the Artistry of Humanity, the
inextinguishable Light of the Human Spirit, an evening with one
another.

You Gotta Vote

Gotta Love 'Em

Our Boys...Drew, Youkilis (my fave,) and Bay

The Red Sox pulled a 7-5 victory against the Angels tonight.
I'm too tired to stay up and gloat, just thought I'd spread the love.

obituaries reunion

Shoehorn Shows

I just got this from Shoehorn, will post it verbatim:

Hi Everyone!
Shoehorn will be playing with guest pianist Steve Christofferson
at the Fez Ballroom for Cabaret Babylon,
the Variety Burlesque show we have been doing
First Thursdays at the Fez Ballroom.
Cabaret Babylon is presided over by one Werner Finke,
a decadent character with a checkered past.
The Fez is upstairs at SW 1th and Burnside-
enter from the doorway on 11th (across Burnside from Powell"s Books)
21 and over-cover is $10.
Friday the 3rd, Shoehorn will be with Baby Gramps
at the Laurelthirst, and I really strongly urge you to come if you have not
seen this group-
Baby Gramps and his Back Swamp Potioners.
The uniquely accomplished singing guitarist is currently famous
for the Rogue's Gallery compilation produced by Hal Wilner and Johnny Depp.
Gramps has released 2 CDs of this group,
which convenes in Portland and sometimes other cities
or at Oregon Country Fair.
The Laurelthirst is located at NE 30th and Glisan in Portland.
21 & over-$5.
I am really happy to announce that Go Gringo Go has a gig
at the Blue Monk Saturday, October 11th at 9pm.
Our vocalist, Cachacinha, has moved back to town,
so we are back in action after a hiatus.
Featuring members of Pink Martini and March Fourth,
Go Gringo Go plays a mix of contemporary Brazilian styles
with great drumming and improvisation.
Shoehorn contributes sax, bass clarinet, various woodwinds and a tap
dance feature.
The Blue Monk is located at 3341 SE Belmont.