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THOMAS JAMES HURST / THE SEATTLE TIMES

Delbert Richardson exhibits his African American Collection at Calm Rain Designs Studio, a gallery space available for community exhibits on Jackson Street. He plans to take his collection on the road — to schools and community and senior centers — and display it in private showings.


THOMAS JAMES HURST / THE SEATTLE TIMES

Part of Delbert Richardson's collection are signs that designate African Americans to different areas or services.


THOMAS JAMES HURST / THE SEATTLE TIMES

Delbert Richardson began collecting 20 years ago, and pieces include symbols of slavery, posters and newspaper clippings. He said the exhibit is geared toward children and young adults.
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Equity and Race Relations

These are community sponsored events related to equity in education. Click on the date to find out more information.

June 16, 2007

Juneteenth Festival
Location: Pratt Park, 1800 S. Main St.

JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL – 23rd Annual Event Beginning June 16 at Pratt ParkAfrican-American Emancipation Day Celebration will be held at Pratt Park, 1800 S. Main St., Seattle, WA. On June 19, 1865, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger found and freed 250,000 blacks still enslaved in Galveston, Texas - signifying the end of slavery. Consequently, the date June 19 has been recognized every year since, making it the oldest known celebration of the abolition of slavery. Initially referred to as "June 19th" the name eventually changed to a shorter "Juneteenth." Originally a local celebration in Texas, Juneteenth was brought to Seattle by DeCharlene Williams. CONTACT: DeCharlene and the Central Area Chamber of Commerce at 206/322-8296 for more information.

"The Unspoken Truths"
11:00am  - 6:00pm
Location: Calm Rain Studio (1825 S. Jackson)

Delbert Richardson Takes Students of All Ages On a Journey through "The Unspoken Truths" This June 2007 at Calm Rain Studio African American historian Delbert Richardson take visitors on a journey through "The Unspoken Truths" via the “American History Exhibit” at Calm Rain Studio each weekend this June as he presents and narrates artifacts, memorabilia, relics and documents reflecting African civilization, abduction, slavery, segregation, accomplishments, and contemporary challenges. The exhibit will be at Calm Rain Studio June 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 23-24, and 30 from 11am to 6pm. A $5 donation is asked and children 13 and under are admitted free. Calm Rain is located at 1825 So. Jackson Street, Seattle. (Corner of 19th and Jackson St.) Mr. Richardson is an educator and storyteller with an appealing style that draws his audiences in and allows them to explore the struggles, challenges and accomplishments of African and African American people. Richardson presents an extensive curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking and encourages commitment to equality and justice. He examines the ceremonies, customs and cultural practices passed down through the generations, while illustrating the wealth of resources of Africa. Arrangements can be made through Mr. Richardson to bring “The Unspoken Truths” to schools and other venues, on request. More information is available from Calm Rain founder Eba Yao Hilario at (206) 860-3974. Mr. Richardson can be reached at (206) 772-9409

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SPONSOR OF: 
4th annual Northwest African American Group Art Exhibition 2008

http://www.pnaafa.com/


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http://joeymrobinson.com/press_releases.html

Press Release, "NEIGHBORHOODS" Opens March 9, 2007 at Calm Rain Studio
Joey Robinson (Black Maids Tribute, Movement) joins South Sound artist Michael Madden in a tribute to community March 9 at Calm Rain Studio in Seattle. "Neighborhoods" features paintings on canvas and paper celebrating the vibrancy of city life and mourning loss through neglect, despair and abandonment. Both artists will be present from 5 to 9 p.m., March 9, 2007



Press Release, "New Beginnings" Opens March 10, 2006 at Calm Rain Studio
“Joey M. Robinson will introduce New Beginnings, his new collection of abstract paper cuttings, portraits and collages”, March 10, 2006




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Invitation to join the Seattle Practice Group for a WISER Commons
Tuesday, Feb 6, 2007, 6-9 p.m.
  
A number of individuals and organizations are learning how to share resources and work together to create a more just and sustainable world.  Some of us are helping to build a WISER Commons.   The Commons will provide a group of Internet and community-based tools that can empower our collaboration.

Please consider joining us at a meeting of the Seattle Practice Group for a WISER Commons, Feb 6, 6-9 p.m.

Calm Rain Designs Studio
1825 S. Jackson, STUDIO 101, Seattle, WA 98144
Ph: 206-860-3974

For detailed directions, see the end of this message.

This meeting will be based on the approach known as “Open Space.”  Please join us as we practice sharing resources and collaborating for a more just and sustainable world.  We will be learning about and helping to develop the WISER Commons, as well as exploring other tools and approaches.  We may be forming
into subgroups based on areas of interest (Business & Economics, Community Development, Technology etc.)

Examples of collaboration include:

1. Having a directory (WISER Earth) that includes tens of thousands of nonprofit organizations, and allows us to share information about our own organizations and projects with others

2. Developing shared calendars and events posting systems to make sure that our events get as much helpful publicity as possible

3. Having ways of reaching more people when advertising volunteer and job openings

4. Understanding more about who knows whom so we can meet new people who can help to further our work

If you can’t attend this gathering, don’t worry.  There will be lots of other opportunities to plug in.  Our intention is not only to create something new, but to empower all of our existing efforts by weaving them together.

For more info about the Seattle Practice Group and the WISER Commons, please visit http://sustainabilitycommons.jot.com/, email habib - at - connectexpress.com or call 206-725-7074.

Calm Rain Designs Studio is 1/2 block east of 18th Ave S. and one long block west of the intersection of 20th Ave S. and S. Jackson.  Direct bus service by route 27.  A few blocks away from bus routes 7, 14, 4, 8, and 48.  If you can arrange an early dinner, there are two great restaurants at the corner of 20th and Jackson — Moonlight Cafe (Vietnamese) at 1919 S. Jackson, and Hidmo (Eritrean) at 2000 S. Jackson.  We will have light snacks at the practice group.

Sustainability
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Seattle Public Library

http://www.spl.org/default.asp?pageID=branch_open_factsheet&branchID=9
Douglass-Truth Branch: Libraries for All Construction Fact Sheet

June 2002: Mixed-media artist Vivian Linder, a Central District resident, was chosen to help create artwork for the expansion. Linder is the fourth community artist chosen under the innovative Art Partners program, which pairs an experienced artist with a community artist who has limited experience with public art.

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