Friday, October 30, 2009
Claire Detels' performance of samples of music of some of the Great African American composers Friday night brought support to OMNI Center for Peace, Justice and Ecology
Please click on image to move to Flickr site and ENLARGE view of Claire Detels on October 20, 2009
Claire Detels performs music of Great African American composers tonight; donations support OMNI Center for Peace, Justice and Ecology
Hi OMNI folks and friends...
Tonight only! Pianist and musicologist Prof. Claire Detels performs the music of Great African American composers on Adella Gray's lovely piano. The program is attached. Please join us.
Great African American Composers
Home of Gary and Adella Gray
1681 N. Starr Drive
6:30 social hour, 7:00 performance
Directions: Take Mission Blvd. to N. Starr, turn right
$10 donation accepted to benefit OMNI Center. Please join us.
Gladys Tiffany
OMNI Center for Peace, Justice & Ecology
www.omnicenter.org
Fayetteville, Arkansas USA
479-973-9049 -- gladystiffany@yahoo.com
Tonight only! Pianist and musicologist Prof. Claire Detels performs the music of Great African American composers on Adella Gray's lovely piano. The program is attached. Please join us.
Great African American Composers
Home of Gary and Adella Gray
1681 N. Starr Drive
6:30 social hour, 7:00 performance
Directions: Take Mission Blvd. to N. Starr, turn right
$10 donation accepted to benefit OMNI Center. Please join us.
Gladys Tiffany
OMNI Center for Peace, Justice & Ecology
www.omnicenter.org
Fayetteville, Arkansas USA
479-973-9049 -- gladystiffany@yahoo.com
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
OMNI AFGHANISTAN/PAKISTAN BOOK FORUM at 6 p.m. November 6, 2009, at Nightbird Books on Dickson Street in Fayetteville, Arkansas
OMNI AFGHANISTAN/PAKISTAN BOOK FORUM
NOV. 6, 2009, NIGHTBIRD BOOKS, 6PM
The books for this Forum discuss the complicated history and factional rivalries that have shaped Afghanistan,imperial—British, Soviet, and US--forays into Afghanistan and South and Central Asia,the role of the CIA, the rise of bin Laden and Taliban, human rights struggles of women in Afghanistan, and much more. The subject has large, urgent meaning for Americans today, as President Obama weighs the heavy decision whether to increase (as General McChrystal recommends) or not increase or decrease troops in Afghanistan ( Vice President Joe Biden’s argument); whether to change from a policy primarily of military force (including assassination of Taliban and Al-Qaeda leaders) and occupation, to a criminal approach, arresting and prosecuting Al-Qaeda; or to one of diplomacy and assistance. These books help us to understand the history of Afghanistan and Western Pakistan, knowledge essential to a citizen who wishes to be informed in order to have a voice regarding the costs and the future of this longest war in U.S. history.
PANELISTS
Sanaa Riaz: Ali, The Duel (history of Afghanistan)
Jesse Barr: Kolhatkar and Ingalls, Bleeding Afghanistan
Edrene McKay: Chayes, The Punishment of Virtue
Julie Thacker: Rashid, Descent into Chaos
BOOKS
*--Ali, Tariq. The Duel. Simon & Schuster, 2008. (Riaz)
--Bick, Barara. Walking the Precipice. Witness to the Rise of the Taliban in Afghanistan.
*--Chayes, Sarah The Punishment of Virtue: Inside Afghanistan After the Taliban. 2006. (McKay)
--Coll, Steve. Ghost Wars: The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, and Bin Laden, from the Soviet Invasion to September 10, 2001
AFGHANISTAN 101 by Ehsan Entezar
--Gould, Elizabeth and Paul Fitzgerald. Invisible History: Afghanistan’s Untold Story.
--OPIUM SEASON by Joel Hafvenstein
-- Iraq Veterans Against the War and Aaron Glantz. Winter Soldier: Iraq and Afghanistan: Eyewitness Accounts of the Occupations. Haymarket Books, 2008.
--Johnson, Chris and Jolyon Leslie. Afghanistan: The Mirage of Peace. 2004.
*--Kolhatkar, Sonali, and James Ingalls. Bleeding Afghanistan: Washington, Warlords, and the Propaganda of Silence. 2006. (Barr)
--THREE CUPS of TEA by Greg Mortenson and David Relin
*--Rashid, Ahmed. Descent Into Chaos. Viking, 2008. (Thacker)
--Stewart, Rory. The Places in Between.
BIOGRAPHIES OF SPEAKERS
JESSE BARR
Born and raised in rural central Illinois. (1932)
Korean war veteran. (1952-1956)
BS in Journalism 1960, University of Illinois
MS in Education 1970, University of Oregon
TV producer/cinematographer/photographer, University of Illinois,
Xerox Corporation, Government of American Samoa,
University of Michigan Telecommunications consultant
Avocation: wood sculptor
EDRENE MCkAY
Edrene McKay teaches United States history, Western Civilization, and contemporary history at NorthWest Arkansas Community College and DeVry University Online. Her Ph.D. is from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville and her specialty is late 19th and early 20th century U.S. history, although in recent years she has focused more on contemporary history.
SANAA RIAZ
Sanaa Riaz is a PhD Candidate in the Dept. of Anthropology, University of Arkansas. She has conducted a year and a half of fieldwork on private schools, public schools and madrasas (religious schools) in Karachi, which is also her hometown. Sanaa is the American Association of University Women International Fellow 2008-9. She has taught at high school and college levels in Pakistan and served as a teaching assistant for 2 and a half years for the Anthropology department. She has also taught for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Arkansas. Sanaa has contributed book reviews to academic journals and has written over 20 book reviews, articles and opinion pieces for Dawn, Pakistan’s leading English language newspaper.
JULIE THACKER
Julie Thacker is a life-long Arkansan. I was born in Stuttgart AR, and moved to Elaine Ark. when I was about 4 years old. I went to college at ASU in Jonesboro Ark. and graduated in 1976 with a BSE in Art. I have been living in Fayetteville for 30 years, which I think is a better place to live than any other place in Arkansas. I have an adult daughter. I want to do this forum because I believe that evil thrives when good people do nothing. I consider it my civic duty to do this forum.
--
Dick Bennett
jbennet@uark.edu
NOV. 6, 2009, NIGHTBIRD BOOKS, 6PM
The books for this Forum discuss the complicated history and factional rivalries that have shaped Afghanistan,imperial—British, Soviet, and US--forays into Afghanistan and South and Central Asia,the role of the CIA, the rise of bin Laden and Taliban, human rights struggles of women in Afghanistan, and much more. The subject has large, urgent meaning for Americans today, as President Obama weighs the heavy decision whether to increase (as General McChrystal recommends) or not increase or decrease troops in Afghanistan ( Vice President Joe Biden’s argument); whether to change from a policy primarily of military force (including assassination of Taliban and Al-Qaeda leaders) and occupation, to a criminal approach, arresting and prosecuting Al-Qaeda; or to one of diplomacy and assistance. These books help us to understand the history of Afghanistan and Western Pakistan, knowledge essential to a citizen who wishes to be informed in order to have a voice regarding the costs and the future of this longest war in U.S. history.
PANELISTS
Sanaa Riaz: Ali, The Duel (history of Afghanistan)
Jesse Barr: Kolhatkar and Ingalls, Bleeding Afghanistan
Edrene McKay: Chayes, The Punishment of Virtue
Julie Thacker: Rashid, Descent into Chaos
BOOKS
*--Ali, Tariq. The Duel. Simon & Schuster, 2008. (Riaz)
--Bick, Barara. Walking the Precipice. Witness to the Rise of the Taliban in Afghanistan.
*--Chayes, Sarah The Punishment of Virtue: Inside Afghanistan After the Taliban. 2006. (McKay)
--Coll, Steve. Ghost Wars: The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, and Bin Laden, from the Soviet Invasion to September 10, 2001
AFGHANISTAN 101 by Ehsan Entezar
--Gould, Elizabeth and Paul Fitzgerald. Invisible History: Afghanistan’s Untold Story.
--OPIUM SEASON by Joel Hafvenstein
-- Iraq Veterans Against the War and Aaron Glantz. Winter Soldier: Iraq and Afghanistan: Eyewitness Accounts of the Occupations. Haymarket Books, 2008.
--Johnson, Chris and Jolyon Leslie. Afghanistan: The Mirage of Peace. 2004.
*--Kolhatkar, Sonali, and James Ingalls. Bleeding Afghanistan: Washington, Warlords, and the Propaganda of Silence. 2006. (Barr)
--THREE CUPS of TEA by Greg Mortenson and David Relin
*--Rashid, Ahmed. Descent Into Chaos. Viking, 2008. (Thacker)
--Stewart, Rory. The Places in Between.
BIOGRAPHIES OF SPEAKERS
JESSE BARR
Born and raised in rural central Illinois. (1932)
Korean war veteran. (1952-1956)
BS in Journalism 1960, University of Illinois
MS in Education 1970, University of Oregon
TV producer/cinematographer/photographer, University of Illinois,
Xerox Corporation, Government of American Samoa,
University of Michigan Telecommunications consultant
Avocation: wood sculptor
EDRENE MCkAY
Edrene McKay teaches United States history, Western Civilization, and contemporary history at NorthWest Arkansas Community College and DeVry University Online. Her Ph.D. is from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville and her specialty is late 19th and early 20th century U.S. history, although in recent years she has focused more on contemporary history.
SANAA RIAZ
Sanaa Riaz is a PhD Candidate in the Dept. of Anthropology, University of Arkansas. She has conducted a year and a half of fieldwork on private schools, public schools and madrasas (religious schools) in Karachi, which is also her hometown. Sanaa is the American Association of University Women International Fellow 2008-9. She has taught at high school and college levels in Pakistan and served as a teaching assistant for 2 and a half years for the Anthropology department. She has also taught for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Arkansas. Sanaa has contributed book reviews to academic journals and has written over 20 book reviews, articles and opinion pieces for Dawn, Pakistan’s leading English language newspaper.
JULIE THACKER
Julie Thacker is a life-long Arkansan. I was born in Stuttgart AR, and moved to Elaine Ark. when I was about 4 years old. I went to college at ASU in Jonesboro Ark. and graduated in 1976 with a BSE in Art. I have been living in Fayetteville for 30 years, which I think is a better place to live than any other place in Arkansas. I have an adult daughter. I want to do this forum because I believe that evil thrives when good people do nothing. I consider it my civic duty to do this forum.
--
Dick Bennett
jbennet@uark.edu
Saturday, October 24, 2009
October 24, 2009, is United Nations Day
Today, Oct. 24, we reflect on the founding ideals of the UN and the work it accomplishes around the world.
This year's commemoration is particularly significant as the United States embarks on a new era of global cooperation and engagement with the United Nations.
We at UNA-USA are energized and more committed than ever to our mission to educate, inspire and mobilize Americans in support of the UN's principles and vital work to create a better, safer world. Here is a snapshot of UNA-USA news and events and information on how you can participate:
Major Announcements
UNA Delivers Global Classrooms Curriculum in Chicago
UNA-USA President Tom Miller joined Chicago public school officials and city leaders on Oct. 23 at an international education conference on world studies held at the University of Chicago. The conference also formally reintroduced the expanded Global Classrooms curriculum to educators in the Chicago public school system, where 9th grade students are now required to take world studies courses. Read more about it here.
Board Member Nominated for Post of Ambassador to UN in Geneva
Betty King, a UNA-USA board member and former Unesco ambassador, has been nominated by the White House to be the next US ambassador to the UN in Geneva. Among other roles, this office maintains oversight of the Human Rights Council, which the US joined in May 2009. UNA-USA congratulates Ambassador King on her nomination. Read the full UNA statement here.
Take Action Today
In September, President Obama addressed the UN for the first time, calling for a new era of engagement through the world body. Although he was speaking to world leaders, the president's message can be directed to all of us as individuals. Tell Congress you support international cooperation.
The International Criminal Court is a major achievement of the UN, and UNA has a program, AMICC, to support it. Celebrate this success on UN Day by reminding the administration to support the ICC..
UN Day Events
UNA-USA chapters nationwide are holding events to commemorate UN Day. From university campuses to city halls or governors' mansions, serious debates of issues before the UN are taking place. Find an event in your area by visiting our event calendar or learn more about local events here.
Program Events
UNA’s Council of Organizations most recent event highlighted milestones that reflect the international community’s efforts to ensure gender equality and the empowerment of women. Read about their latest event here.
Official UN Day Messages
US President Barack Obama's UN Day Proclamation
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon's UN Day Message
US State Department Fact Sheet: US Multilateral Engagement Benefits
--
Dick Bennett
This year's commemoration is particularly significant as the United States embarks on a new era of global cooperation and engagement with the United Nations.
We at UNA-USA are energized and more committed than ever to our mission to educate, inspire and mobilize Americans in support of the UN's principles and vital work to create a better, safer world. Here is a snapshot of UNA-USA news and events and information on how you can participate:
Major Announcements
UNA Delivers Global Classrooms Curriculum in Chicago
UNA-USA President Tom Miller joined Chicago public school officials and city leaders on Oct. 23 at an international education conference on world studies held at the University of Chicago. The conference also formally reintroduced the expanded Global Classrooms curriculum to educators in the Chicago public school system, where 9th grade students are now required to take world studies courses. Read more about it here.
Board Member Nominated for Post of Ambassador to UN in Geneva
Betty King, a UNA-USA board member and former Unesco ambassador, has been nominated by the White House to be the next US ambassador to the UN in Geneva. Among other roles, this office maintains oversight of the Human Rights Council, which the US joined in May 2009. UNA-USA congratulates Ambassador King on her nomination. Read the full UNA statement here.
Take Action Today
In September, President Obama addressed the UN for the first time, calling for a new era of engagement through the world body. Although he was speaking to world leaders, the president's message can be directed to all of us as individuals. Tell Congress you support international cooperation.
The International Criminal Court is a major achievement of the UN, and UNA has a program, AMICC, to support it. Celebrate this success on UN Day by reminding the administration to support the ICC..
UN Day Events
UNA-USA chapters nationwide are holding events to commemorate UN Day. From university campuses to city halls or governors' mansions, serious debates of issues before the UN are taking place. Find an event in your area by visiting our event calendar or learn more about local events here.
Program Events
UNA’s Council of Organizations most recent event highlighted milestones that reflect the international community’s efforts to ensure gender equality and the empowerment of women. Read about their latest event here.
Official UN Day Messages
US President Barack Obama's UN Day Proclamation
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon's UN Day Message
US State Department Fact Sheet: US Multilateral Engagement Benefits
--
Dick Bennett
Fayetteville Climate Change Action begins at 2 p.m. at Dickson Street and Campbell Avenue next to Bordinos
Fayetteville Climate Change Action begins at 2 p.m. at Dickson Street and Campbell Avenue next to Bordinos.
March and Rally - Fayetteville will join with over 4,000 others world-wide. We hope you will come to learn more about Climate Change and show solidarity. Join with fellow citizens of NW Arkansas at 2:00pm at Dickson and Campbell Streets (next to Bordinos)...the march will begin there and head to the Square. There will be speakers, music and information on how we can make a difference affecting the December treaty in Copenhagen. This is the most pressing universal issue that concerns us all...It's a chance for all of us to Stand up for Action on Climate Change. The event is sponsored by 350.org and 1 SKY. For more information call 530-7786.
A one day screening of The AGE OF STUPID in Fayetteville at the UA Union Theater from 6-9 pm on October 24th.
All of the community is encouraged to attend this FREE screening! Parking free in Union Parking Lot.
After the International Climate Day of Action (2:00 pm beginning on Dickson by Bordinos)
March and Rally - Fayetteville will join with over 4,000 others world-wide. We hope you will come to learn more about Climate Change and show solidarity. Join with fellow citizens of NW Arkansas at 2:00pm at Dickson and Campbell Streets (next to Bordinos)...the march will begin there and head to the Square. There will be speakers, music and information on how we can make a difference affecting the December treaty in Copenhagen. This is the most pressing universal issue that concerns us all...It's a chance for all of us to Stand up for Action on Climate Change. The event is sponsored by 350.org and 1 SKY. For more information call 530-7786.
A one day screening of The AGE OF STUPID in Fayetteville at the UA Union Theater from 6-9 pm on October 24th.
All of the community is encouraged to attend this FREE screening! Parking free in Union Parking Lot.
After the International Climate Day of Action (2:00 pm beginning on Dickson by Bordinos)
Mayor John Gray of Greenland serves as host of OMNI book forum on October 23, 2009, at Greenland Community Center
Please click on image to go to Flickr site to Enlarge photo and to see other photos from Friday night environmental conservation events in Northwest Arkansas on Friday October 23, 2009, including Ed Begley's lecture at Fayetteville Public Library.
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