1st Thursdays @ Kafe Kiskeya Dec 4 @ 6pm ... Harold Dellinger will host a BIG BOOK SALE & Book Signing!
Many items from Brazil, El Salvador, Guatemala, & Haiti will be 50% OFF, just in time for the perfect holiday gift!
Special artwork from The Bishop Ruiz Project in Mexico is featured on exhibit this month.
04 December 2008
05 November 2008
1st Thursdays @ Kafe Kiskeya NOV 6
1st Thursdays @ Kafe Kiskeya 3226 E 12th St, will resume THIS WEEK! Nov 6 @ 6pm Harold Dellinger will host a BIG BOOK SALE!
Many items from Brazil, El Salvador, Guatemala, & Haiti will be 50% OFF, just in time for the perfect holiday gift!
Special artwork from The Bishop Ruiz Project in Mexico is featured on exhibit this month.
ADDITIONALLY, WE'RE COLLECTING DONATIONS FOR CHERITH BROOK COMMUNITY:
Winter is on our heals and we are in need of winter items for women and men. The weather fluctuation has already brought and increase in numbers as people are seeking a way to get warmed up from the night’s air.
In particular we need winter coats, hats and gloves. Long underwear can also come in handy. Please check your closets for any coats extra hats and gloves you are no longer using. If you have a neighbor in need of it, give it to her or him first. Cherith Brook would ask for what is left over.
Let us redistribute our resources, not in the name of socialism, or capitalism, but in the name of the homeless Jesus who had no place to lay his head and yet came offering life abundant. May the Church be that sign of God's presence we have been called to be!
ADDITIONAL EVENTS THIS MONTH @ KAFE KISKEYA:
On Saturday Nov 15 @ 2pm, KKFI will host a Membership Drive at Kafe Kiskeya. Please join us for this informative gathering if you want to learn the radio business, production & operation, or anything else about OUR community radio station in KC!
On every 4th Monday, the Northeast Cultural Arts Commission holds their regular monthly meeting at Kafe Kiskeya. These meetings are open to the public. New members and volunteers are encouraged, so join us Monday Nov 24 @ 6pm!
For more details about using Kafe Kiskeya for YOUR community gathering, email kafekiskeya@hotmail.com or call 816-914-5096.
Many items from Brazil, El Salvador, Guatemala, & Haiti will be 50% OFF, just in time for the perfect holiday gift!
Special artwork from The Bishop Ruiz Project in Mexico is featured on exhibit this month.
ADDITIONALLY, WE'RE COLLECTING DONATIONS FOR CHERITH BROOK COMMUNITY:
Winter is on our heals and we are in need of winter items for women and men. The weather fluctuation has already brought and increase in numbers as people are seeking a way to get warmed up from the night’s air.
In particular we need winter coats, hats and gloves. Long underwear can also come in handy. Please check your closets for any coats extra hats and gloves you are no longer using. If you have a neighbor in need of it, give it to her or him first. Cherith Brook would ask for what is left over.
Let us redistribute our resources, not in the name of socialism, or capitalism, but in the name of the homeless Jesus who had no place to lay his head and yet came offering life abundant. May the Church be that sign of God's presence we have been called to be!
ADDITIONAL EVENTS THIS MONTH @ KAFE KISKEYA:
On Saturday Nov 15 @ 2pm, KKFI will host a Membership Drive at Kafe Kiskeya. Please join us for this informative gathering if you want to learn the radio business, production & operation, or anything else about OUR community radio station in KC!
On every 4th Monday, the Northeast Cultural Arts Commission holds their regular monthly meeting at Kafe Kiskeya. These meetings are open to the public. New members and volunteers are encouraged, so join us Monday Nov 24 @ 6pm!
For more details about using Kafe Kiskeya for YOUR community gathering, email kafekiskeya@hotmail.com or call 816-914-5096.
17 June 2008
PTSD discussion Friday June 20 @ 7pm
Friends of Cherith Brook
This Friday evening, June 20 we will be having our June CLARIFICATION meeting a 7PM at Kafe Kiskeya (the store front next door to Cherith Brook, 3308 E. 12th St., 64127).
Sally Hass, Ph.D., who works for the Veterans Medical Center in Leavenworth, KS will be speaking to us about POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD).
There are many traumas folks experience that result in PTSD: Perhaps you know a returning military personel or past veteran who suffers from trauma of war. Perhaps you have family member or neighbor who has suffered a life trauma that has left them emotionally wounded by PTSD. As those who work extensively with veterans, those facing daily street violence, prolonged homelessness, forced prostitution, domestic violence and the like, we desire to know more about PTSD so Cherith Brook can be a place of healing welcome. This is a topic important for all.
Hope to see you there.
Blessings,
Cherith Brook Community
http://www.cherithbrookkc.blogspot.com/
Please call if you have any questions or need directions 816 241-8047.
This Friday evening, June 20 we will be having our June CLARIFICATION meeting a 7PM at Kafe Kiskeya (the store front next door to Cherith Brook, 3308 E. 12th St., 64127).
Sally Hass, Ph.D., who works for the Veterans Medical Center in Leavenworth, KS will be speaking to us about POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD).
There are many traumas folks experience that result in PTSD: Perhaps you know a returning military personel or past veteran who suffers from trauma of war. Perhaps you have family member or neighbor who has suffered a life trauma that has left them emotionally wounded by PTSD. As those who work extensively with veterans, those facing daily street violence, prolonged homelessness, forced prostitution, domestic violence and the like, we desire to know more about PTSD so Cherith Brook can be a place of healing welcome. This is a topic important for all.
Hope to see you there.
Blessings,
Cherith Brook Community
http://www.cherithbrookkc.blogspot.com/
Please call if you have any questions or need directions 816 241-8047.
21 April 2008
4/25/8: An evening of music, Kenyan cuisine, & learn how you can help!
Changing the World One Life at a Time
Carolyn Cruso Hammered Dulcimer
One Life
Benefit Concert
April 25, 2008
Doors open at 6:00 p.m., Concert begins at 7:00 p.m.
Suggested donation: $15-$20
Kafe Kiskeya
3226 East 12th Street
Kansas City, MO 64127
There are over 650,000 AIDS orphans in Kenya and even more students living in poverty.
Join us for an evening of music and Kenyan cuisine and learn how you can help!
For information or to RSVP contact Chad Cooper @ cjcooper74@gmail.com or 816-916-1688.
Sponsored by One Life, Grace Point and Kafe Kiskeya (All donations are tax deductible)
Carolyn Cruso Hammered Dulcimer
One Life
Benefit Concert
April 25, 2008
Doors open at 6:00 p.m., Concert begins at 7:00 p.m.
Suggested donation: $15-$20
Kafe Kiskeya
3226 East 12th Street
Kansas City, MO 64127
There are over 650,000 AIDS orphans in Kenya and even more students living in poverty.
Join us for an evening of music and Kenyan cuisine and learn how you can help!
For information or to RSVP contact Chad Cooper @ cjcooper74@gmail.com or 816-916-1688.
Sponsored by One Life, Grace Point and Kafe Kiskeya (All donations are tax deductible)
28 March 2008
Upcoming Events @ Kafe Kiskeya
Many interesting and exciting things are happening @ Kafe Kiskeya over the next couple of months!
This Sunday night, March 30th @ 6pm Destinee Parris will return with stories, photos & video of her trip to Palestine & Israel with a Christian Peacemakers Team.
On April 2, 16 & May 7, 15 @ 7pm you can enjoy UMKC Communiversity courses led by Kim Oursler on several different topics.
On April 3rd @ 6pm for the 1st Thursdays event, come learn how you can become involved with the Chalk Walk which will be held on April 26 & 27, sponsored by Mosaic Brain & the Historic Northeast Cultural Arts Commission.
The Lykins Neighborhood Association, where Kafe Kiskeya is located, meets monthly to discuss issues in the area. April 21st @ 7pm is the date of their next meeting.
Dr. Ed Kendrick will present an Introduction to the Landmark Forum on April 24th from 7 to 9:30pm.
Transformational Journeys, a local non-profit organization which I've been involved in for 10 years, holds their monthly Board Meeting at Kafe Kiskeya. If you have interest in learning more, please join us on April 24 at 6:30pm.
Grace Point Church will hold a benefit concert for AIDS orphans in Kenya on April 25 @ 7pm. Those who attend this event will have the opportunity to sponsor an orphan that evening, if you are moved to do so.
An artist is needed to feature on May 1st for 1st Thursdays @ 6pm. Open Mic will also be held that night. Please contact me if you're interested in either!
Upcoming Events in the Kansas City area:
March 29 & April 5 KC Food Circle Expo @ Shawnee, KS & Independence, MO
April 19 Troost Festival @ 31th & Troost, KCMO
April 26 & 27 HNCAC Chalk Walk @ Concourse Park, 200 Benton Blvd, KCMO
EVERY Sunday 4-5pm Peace Vigil on The Plaza @ 47th & Main, KCMO
This Sunday night, March 30th @ 6pm Destinee Parris will return with stories, photos & video of her trip to Palestine & Israel with a Christian Peacemakers Team.
On April 2, 16 & May 7, 15 @ 7pm you can enjoy UMKC Communiversity courses led by Kim Oursler on several different topics.
On April 3rd @ 6pm for the 1st Thursdays event, come learn how you can become involved with the Chalk Walk which will be held on April 26 & 27, sponsored by Mosaic Brain & the Historic Northeast Cultural Arts Commission.
The Lykins Neighborhood Association, where Kafe Kiskeya is located, meets monthly to discuss issues in the area. April 21st @ 7pm is the date of their next meeting.
Dr. Ed Kendrick will present an Introduction to the Landmark Forum on April 24th from 7 to 9:30pm.
Transformational Journeys, a local non-profit organization which I've been involved in for 10 years, holds their monthly Board Meeting at Kafe Kiskeya. If you have interest in learning more, please join us on April 24 at 6:30pm.
Grace Point Church will hold a benefit concert for AIDS orphans in Kenya on April 25 @ 7pm. Those who attend this event will have the opportunity to sponsor an orphan that evening, if you are moved to do so.
An artist is needed to feature on May 1st for 1st Thursdays @ 6pm. Open Mic will also be held that night. Please contact me if you're interested in either!
Upcoming Events in the Kansas City area:
March 29 & April 5 KC Food Circle Expo @ Shawnee, KS & Independence, MO
April 19 Troost Festival @ 31th & Troost, KCMO
April 26 & 27 HNCAC Chalk Walk @ Concourse Park, 200 Benton Blvd, KCMO
EVERY Sunday 4-5pm Peace Vigil on The Plaza @ 47th & Main, KCMO
26 February 2008
03/02/08 Benefit Event for Peacemaker going to Palestine & Israel!
Kafe Kiskeya
Presents
JOE CARR with Agripa Adonas
Anti-Oppression Activist
6 – 9pm Sunday March 2nd
~~~~~
Benefit Event for Christian Peacemaker Team member
Destinee Parris traveling to Palestine & Israel for 2 weeks
~~~~~
Music and spoken word will also be offered by:
Maurice Copeland,
Oh Blessed Thought,
Ernie,
Diana Garbison on Violin,
Liberty & Destinee,
and maybe even …
Statepark,
Shaine & Daniel,
And others who want to join in!
Let me know if you or someone you know would like to perform for 15 to 30 minutes. We'll fit them in!
DONATIONS ACCEPTED
For more info contact: Sarah Cool, 816.914.5096 kafekiskeya@hotmail.com
Presents
JOE CARR with Agripa Adonas
Anti-Oppression Activist
6 – 9pm Sunday March 2nd
~~~~~
Benefit Event for Christian Peacemaker Team member
Destinee Parris traveling to Palestine & Israel for 2 weeks
~~~~~
Music and spoken word will also be offered by:
Maurice Copeland,
Oh Blessed Thought,
Ernie,
Diana Garbison on Violin,
Liberty & Destinee,
and maybe even …
Statepark,
Shaine & Daniel,
And others who want to join in!
Let me know if you or someone you know would like to perform for 15 to 30 minutes. We'll fit them in!
DONATIONS ACCEPTED
For more info contact: Sarah Cool, 816.914.5096 kafekiskeya@hotmail.com
19 January 2008
07 January 2008
Free Concert Series
Historic Northeast Cultural Arts Commission
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
February 2 @ 7pm @ Kafe Kiskeya
FEATURING: Trio JUJU Brazilian Jazz & Soul
A Mardi Gras Themed Concert
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February 2 @ 7pm @ Kafe Kiskeya
FEATURING: Trio JUJU Brazilian Jazz & Soul
A Mardi Gras Themed Concert
03 January 2008
Jan 3rd @ 6pm 1st Thursdays Event
Please enjoy the evening planned at Kafe Kiskeya (3226 East 12th Street, KCMO 64127) Jan 3rd @ 6pm for the next 1st Thursdays Event.
This month features artists who will participate in the MULTICULTURAL TRAVELING EXTRAVAGANZA at KCK Community College on Sat Jan 5th,
PLUS the music of Roger & Pam Francis at 7pm. Others who wish to perform music or spoken word are welcome to do so afterwards.
This month features artists who will participate in the MULTICULTURAL TRAVELING EXTRAVAGANZA at KCK Community College on Sat Jan 5th,
PLUS the music of Roger & Pam Francis at 7pm. Others who wish to perform music or spoken word are welcome to do so afterwards.
22 December 2007
Haitian paintings available at Kafe Kiskeya by Mona Augustin
THREE SPIRITS
NATIVE CHIEF
THE WEDDING DREAM
THE KING SERENADES HIS QUEEN
TOTEM POLE
NATIVE CHIEF
THE WEDDING DREAM
THE KING SERENADES HIS QUEEN
TOTEM POLE
17 December 2007
Jan 5th, 2008 Multi Cultural Traveling Extravaganza
The upcoming Multi Cultural Traveling Extravaganza should interest folks, as it will include several Kansas City artists. The venue is Kansas City KS Community College.
Kafe Kiskeya will host a 1st Thursday event on January 3rd from 6 to 10pm as a Preview of the Multi Cultural Traveling Extravaganza. Artists will be available to visit with folks over coffee. A few pieces of artwork will be on display, we may have some poetry reading and/or live music, depending on which artists are available.
Hope YOU can join us!
Kafe Kiskeya will host a 1st Thursday event on January 3rd from 6 to 10pm as a Preview of the Multi Cultural Traveling Extravaganza. Artists will be available to visit with folks over coffee. A few pieces of artwork will be on display, we may have some poetry reading and/or live music, depending on which artists are available.
Hope YOU can join us!
12 December 2007
09 December 2007
THURS DEC 13 @ 6pm - 1st Thursdays postponed to 2nd Thurs
Due to the snow last week, 1st Thursdays has been postponed to 2nd Thursday THIS MONTH only ... hope to see you ALL this week!!
--- 1st Thursdays Event on Dec 13th from 6 to 10pm ---
Michael Bushnell, publisher of THE NORTHEAST NEWS will be the speaker at the premiere of the “1st Thursday” Northeast Literature and Art Series at Kafe Kiskeya, 3226 E. 12 th Street in Historic Northeast. Bushnell will speak at 7 P.M., Thursday evening December 13 on 'The History of the Northeast News' and on his acclaimed newspaper feature 'Postcards from Old Kansas City'. Copies of his book will be available for purchase.
Also, Harold Dellinger of Harold's Bookstore will have many interesting books for sale, some as inexpensive as $2! Check out his website for details about what he has to offer.
Paintings by Erlene Flowers will also be on exhibit that evening. Erlene currently resides in Lee's Summit, but has traveled to Mexico where she studied and toured extensively. She has also traveled through Africa and Europe. She has been fascinated with spirituality and religions of the world. Often, her inspiration comes from exposure to the many religions of the world as she seeks truth in her paintings. She loves watercolor for directness and purity. She appreciates acrylic and the feel that this paint gives to the subjects that she paints.
Upcoming 1st Thursday Events:
Jan 3rd – Preview of A MULTICULTURAL TRAVELING EXTRAVAGANZA IN ART AND SPOKEN WORD
--- 1st Thursdays Event on Dec 13th from 6 to 10pm ---
Michael Bushnell, publisher of THE NORTHEAST NEWS will be the speaker at the premiere of the “1st Thursday” Northeast Literature and Art Series at Kafe Kiskeya, 3226 E. 12 th Street in Historic Northeast. Bushnell will speak at 7 P.M., Thursday evening December 13 on 'The History of the Northeast News' and on his acclaimed newspaper feature 'Postcards from Old Kansas City'. Copies of his book will be available for purchase.
Also, Harold Dellinger of Harold's Bookstore will have many interesting books for sale, some as inexpensive as $2! Check out his website for details about what he has to offer.
Paintings by Erlene Flowers will also be on exhibit that evening. Erlene currently resides in Lee's Summit, but has traveled to Mexico where she studied and toured extensively. She has also traveled through Africa and Europe. She has been fascinated with spirituality and religions of the world. Often, her inspiration comes from exposure to the many religions of the world as she seeks truth in her paintings. She loves watercolor for directness and purity. She appreciates acrylic and the feel that this paint gives to the subjects that she paints.
Upcoming 1st Thursday Events:
Jan 3rd – Preview of A MULTICULTURAL TRAVELING EXTRAVAGANZA IN ART AND SPOKEN WORD
03 December 2007
Haiti/DR Update, 1st Thursdays Dec 6th, Upcoming Events, Etc!!
--- HAITI/DR Flood Relief Update ---
Thanks to a few dozen folks, who have responded to my plea to help those in the Dominican Republic & Haiti affected by recent flooding, over $1000 have been collected so far!! These funds have helped buy new beds, replace roofs, feed those whose crops and fishing waterways have been destroyed, and more! I thank you on behalf of our friends & Neighbors for your generosity!
As you can imagine, the need is still great. Should you wish to send more, or know of others who may be able to contribute, please do so through Kafe Kiskeya,
~ Kafe Kiskeya ~
Coffee, Books, Music & Art
with an international flavor!
3226 East 12th Street
Kansas City, MO 64127
KafeKiskeya@hotmail.com
816-914-5096
http://www.KafeKiskeya.blogspot.com
http://www.myspace.com/KafeKiskeya
or the following organizations, with whom I’ve worked in the DR & Haiti and have great respect for, designating your funds to go towards storm relief efforts:
In the DR: COPA Schools, 4726 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34234
In Haiti: Beyond Borders, P.O. Box 2132, Norristown, PA 19404.
~~~~~~~~~~
--- 1st Thursdays Event on Dec 6th from 6 to 10pm ---
Michael Bushnell, publisher of THE NORTEAST NEWS will be the speaker at the premiere of the “1st Thursday” Northeast Literature and Art Series at Kafe Kiskeya, 3226 E. 12 th Street in Historic Northeast. Bushnell will speak at 7 P.M., Thursday evening December 6 on 'The History of the Northeast News' and on his acclaimed newspaper feature 'Postcards from Old Kansas City'. Copies of his book will be available for purchase.
Paintings by Erlene Flowers will also be on exhibit that evening. Erlene currently resides in Lee's Summit, but has traveled to Mexico where she studied and toured extensively. She has also traveled through Africa and Europe. She has been fascinated with spirituality and religions of the world. Often, her inspiration comes from exposure to the many religions of the world as she seeks truth in her paintings. She loves watercolor for directness and purity. She appreciates acrylic and the feel that this paint gives to the subjects that she paints.
Upcoming 1st Thursday Events:
Jan 3rd – Preview of A MULTICULTURAL TRAVELING EXTRAVAGANZA IN ART AND SPOKEN WORD
~~~~~~~~~~
Mosaic Brain
Fourth Annual
Holiday Art Sale!
10am – 4pm
Saturday and Sunday
December 8th & 9th
(10% of sales benefit Mosaic Brain)
Old Northeast Historic Home
3010 E 6th Street
Kansas City, MO 64124
(Goggle address for directions)
ART make a great gift!
Ceramics, Fiber Art, Jewelry and more!
Contact Wolfgang at 816.810.8991
Or email info@mosaicbrain.org
Mosaic Brain is a non-profit arts organization dedicated to inspiring underserved youth
Through arts outreach programs.
~~~~~~~~~~
A MULTICULTURAL TRAVELING EXTRAVAGANZA
IN
ART AND SPOKEN WORD
KCK Community College at 7250 State Ave. in KCK
Deli Area---Lower Level Jewell Bldg.
Sat. Jan 5, 2008 from 10:00am-5:00pm
~~~~~~~~~~
JSUN & JUAN-DRE MUSIC GROUP @ DREAM STUDIO
Acoustic Music & Spoken Word
2 Musical Powerhouses Join Together
711 East 31st Street, KCMO 64109
December 15 @ 8pm, Doors Open @ 7:30pm
$7 for Adults, $3 for Kids (under 15)
Thanks to a few dozen folks, who have responded to my plea to help those in the Dominican Republic & Haiti affected by recent flooding, over $1000 have been collected so far!! These funds have helped buy new beds, replace roofs, feed those whose crops and fishing waterways have been destroyed, and more! I thank you on behalf of our friends & Neighbors for your generosity!
As you can imagine, the need is still great. Should you wish to send more, or know of others who may be able to contribute, please do so through Kafe Kiskeya,
~ Kafe Kiskeya ~
Coffee, Books, Music & Art
with an international flavor!
3226 East 12th Street
Kansas City, MO 64127
KafeKiskeya@hotmail.com
816-914-5096
http://www.KafeKiskeya.blogspot.com
http://www.myspace.com/KafeKiskeya
or the following organizations, with whom I’ve worked in the DR & Haiti and have great respect for, designating your funds to go towards storm relief efforts:
In the DR: COPA Schools, 4726 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34234
In Haiti: Beyond Borders, P.O. Box 2132, Norristown, PA 19404.
~~~~~~~~~~
--- 1st Thursdays Event on Dec 6th from 6 to 10pm ---
Michael Bushnell, publisher of THE NORTEAST NEWS will be the speaker at the premiere of the “1st Thursday” Northeast Literature and Art Series at Kafe Kiskeya, 3226 E. 12 th Street in Historic Northeast. Bushnell will speak at 7 P.M., Thursday evening December 6 on 'The History of the Northeast News' and on his acclaimed newspaper feature 'Postcards from Old Kansas City'. Copies of his book will be available for purchase.
Paintings by Erlene Flowers will also be on exhibit that evening. Erlene currently resides in Lee's Summit, but has traveled to Mexico where she studied and toured extensively. She has also traveled through Africa and Europe. She has been fascinated with spirituality and religions of the world. Often, her inspiration comes from exposure to the many religions of the world as she seeks truth in her paintings. She loves watercolor for directness and purity. She appreciates acrylic and the feel that this paint gives to the subjects that she paints.
Upcoming 1st Thursday Events:
Jan 3rd – Preview of A MULTICULTURAL TRAVELING EXTRAVAGANZA IN ART AND SPOKEN WORD
~~~~~~~~~~
Mosaic Brain
Fourth Annual
Holiday Art Sale!
10am – 4pm
Saturday and Sunday
December 8th & 9th
(10% of sales benefit Mosaic Brain)
Old Northeast Historic Home
3010 E 6th Street
Kansas City, MO 64124
(Goggle address for directions)
ART make a great gift!
Ceramics, Fiber Art, Jewelry and more!
Contact Wolfgang at 816.810.8991
Or email info@mosaicbrain.org
Mosaic Brain is a non-profit arts organization dedicated to inspiring underserved youth
Through arts outreach programs.
~~~~~~~~~~
A MULTICULTURAL TRAVELING EXTRAVAGANZA
IN
ART AND SPOKEN WORD
KCK Community College at 7250 State Ave. in KCK
Deli Area---Lower Level Jewell Bldg.
Sat. Jan 5, 2008 from 10:00am-5:00pm
~~~~~~~~~~
JSUN & JUAN-DRE MUSIC GROUP @ DREAM STUDIO
Acoustic Music & Spoken Word
2 Musical Powerhouses Join Together
711 East 31st Street, KCMO 64109
December 15 @ 8pm, Doors Open @ 7:30pm
$7 for Adults, $3 for Kids (under 15)
30 November 2007
1st Thursday event Dec 6 from 6 to 10pm
Michael Bushnell, publisher of THE NORTEAST NEWS will be the speaker at the premiere of the "1st Thursday" Northeast Literature and Art Series at Kafe Kiskeya, 3226 E. 12th Street in Historic Northeast. Bushnell will speak at 7 P.M., Thursday evening December 6 on "The History of the Northeast News" and on his acclaimed newspaper feature "Postcards from Old Kansas City". Copies of his book will be available for purchase.
Paintings by Erlene Flowers will also be on exhibit that evening. Erlene currently resides in Lee's Summit, but has traveled to Mexico where she studied and toured extensively. She has also traveled through Africa and Europe. She has been fascinated with spirituality and religions of the world. Often, her inspiration comes from exposure to the many religions of the world as she seeks truth in her paintings. She loves watercolor for directness and purity. She appreciates acrylic and the feel that this paint gives to the subjects that she paints.
Ideas for speakers and artists for future 1st Thursday events are being accepted. Other Northeast writers and artists and the general public are invited to attend these special events.
Kafe Kiskeya will be open from 6 to 10 P.M. on all 1st Thursday events. For more info, email kafekiskeya@hotmail.com or call 816.914.5096.
Paintings by Erlene Flowers will also be on exhibit that evening. Erlene currently resides in Lee's Summit, but has traveled to Mexico where she studied and toured extensively. She has also traveled through Africa and Europe. She has been fascinated with spirituality and religions of the world. Often, her inspiration comes from exposure to the many religions of the world as she seeks truth in her paintings. She loves watercolor for directness and purity. She appreciates acrylic and the feel that this paint gives to the subjects that she paints.
Ideas for speakers and artists for future 1st Thursday events are being accepted. Other Northeast writers and artists and the general public are invited to attend these special events.
Kafe Kiskeya will be open from 6 to 10 P.M. on all 1st Thursday events. For more info, email kafekiskeya@hotmail.com or call 816.914.5096.
05 November 2007
Update from Connie in LaHoya, Dominican Republic today Nov 5th
Dear friends,
So many of you have written asking how things are going and assuring us of your prayers which we really appreciate.
We had a good day of sunshine yesterday so had hopes of going to begin the cleanup in Bombita but it rained all night. The water in La Hoya is still the same. There is no where for the water to go as the main road acts as a dike holding the water on our side of the street.
Contact was made for the first time to other sugar cane villages further out. It is amazing to understand how those villages could have been 3 1/2 feet under water as well since the land is flat and goes as far as you can see. I just can't understand the amount of water and have become to understand a bit how the people in Noah's time must have felt as they watched the water rise and rise and rise.
Food is the immediate need here. Rice, beans, oil, etc. Our hardest struggle right now is trying to cope with being disaster relief workers while at the same time being victims. I am quite sick of the three outfits I have! I went to church last night truly looking like a refugee! I feel confident that COPA will recover and replace damaged items, but the burdens of the people weigh heavily on my heart.
I know that much help will come from many countries, but I know that the weak will receive little. It will be our goal to watch for those that are getting lost in the rush as they cannot fight for themselves.
I am not sending more pictures because houses under water all look the same! Please keep us in your prayers. My team here consists of 10 people. Four of them are girls 18 years old and this is tough for anyone to deal with, but ones so young, yet they are doing so well and are wonderful helping the children in the centers to cope.
Blessings to you,
Connie
So many of you have written asking how things are going and assuring us of your prayers which we really appreciate.
We had a good day of sunshine yesterday so had hopes of going to begin the cleanup in Bombita but it rained all night. The water in La Hoya is still the same. There is no where for the water to go as the main road acts as a dike holding the water on our side of the street.
Contact was made for the first time to other sugar cane villages further out. It is amazing to understand how those villages could have been 3 1/2 feet under water as well since the land is flat and goes as far as you can see. I just can't understand the amount of water and have become to understand a bit how the people in Noah's time must have felt as they watched the water rise and rise and rise.
Food is the immediate need here. Rice, beans, oil, etc. Our hardest struggle right now is trying to cope with being disaster relief workers while at the same time being victims. I am quite sick of the three outfits I have! I went to church last night truly looking like a refugee! I feel confident that COPA will recover and replace damaged items, but the burdens of the people weigh heavily on my heart.
I know that much help will come from many countries, but I know that the weak will receive little. It will be our goal to watch for those that are getting lost in the rush as they cannot fight for themselves.
I am not sending more pictures because houses under water all look the same! Please keep us in your prayers. My team here consists of 10 people. Four of them are girls 18 years old and this is tough for anyone to deal with, but ones so young, yet they are doing so well and are wonderful helping the children in the centers to cope.
Blessings to you,
Connie
04 November 2007
Can you spare $20 (or more) for Dominican/Haitian relief efforts?
My dear friends,
Recent flooding in my beloved Island of Kiskeya/Hispaniola has wreaked havoc all over the island, especially in areas where I've spent considerable amounts of time over the past 15 years: the southwestern coast of the Dominican Republic near Barahona, and the southeastern area of Haiti near Jacmel. In fact, many of you may know that for several years I have been building a simple concrete block house just to the east of Barahona in the Dominican Republic. Three photos are posted here so that you can see what the storms have done to my village of LaHoya. And a couple of notes from the director of the school where I volunteered 12 years ago follow this message. She took the photos.
Currently, all residents of LaHoya, which include hundrends of friends of mine, are now "living" in a school building several miles away. Estimates indicate that it will be two or three weeks before waters subside enough to being cleanup efforts. In the mean time, these folks must eat good food and drink clean water, and know that the world is here to support them. So here's my question:
Can you spare $20 (or more) for Dominican/Haitian relief efforts?
If you can, please mail a check made out to Kafe Kiskeya to PO Box 633, Liberty, MO 64068. I will personally Western Union the funds to those in charge of feeding and clothing those who are most in need on both sides of the island right now, as well as those responsible for assuming the overwhelming cleanup tasks in the weeks and months ahead.
Please call or email me with any questions.
Sarah Cool
816-914-5096
coolsarahs@hotmail.com
http://www.kafekiskeya.blogspot.com
http://www.myspace.com/kafekiskeya
Sorry Sarah,
But Domingo asked me to send you a picture of your house. It is so sad here. Yes the other was Daisy's house and ramada. Not much time right now. Love, Connie
Dear Friends,
In case you have not seen or heard, we had a very unexpected storm on Sunday night. We made it through that with minimum damages, but you can imagine there were a few roofs taken off. On Monday night the rains started and never stopped. Bombita was evacuated in the early hours of Tuesday and was flooded within one hour. Two days later, La Hoya flooded. This had never happened before in La Hoya. Everyone is astounded.
The waters have subsided in Bombita and we will begin our clean up on Monday. Our losses are not as great as we first thought, thank God though there is total loss in the village.
La Hoya is a different story. We are still under water up to our roofs. (Yes, ours as I live there as well.) The school, the clinic, the volunteer’s houses, the COPA office and every house in the village is under water! The water keeps rising and has no where to go. They tell us we must simply wait. Never been one of my strong suits!
Please keep us in your prayers as we try to cope and to help others cope and then rebuild! I will attach a picture or two to help you see what is happening. Blessings, Connie
Recent flooding in my beloved Island of Kiskeya/Hispaniola has wreaked havoc all over the island, especially in areas where I've spent considerable amounts of time over the past 15 years: the southwestern coast of the Dominican Republic near Barahona, and the southeastern area of Haiti near Jacmel. In fact, many of you may know that for several years I have been building a simple concrete block house just to the east of Barahona in the Dominican Republic. Three photos are posted here so that you can see what the storms have done to my village of LaHoya. And a couple of notes from the director of the school where I volunteered 12 years ago follow this message. She took the photos.
Currently, all residents of LaHoya, which include hundrends of friends of mine, are now "living" in a school building several miles away. Estimates indicate that it will be two or three weeks before waters subside enough to being cleanup efforts. In the mean time, these folks must eat good food and drink clean water, and know that the world is here to support them. So here's my question: Can you spare $20 (or more) for Dominican/Haitian relief efforts?
If you can, please mail a check made out to Kafe Kiskeya to PO Box 633, Liberty, MO 64068. I will personally Western Union the funds to those in charge of feeding and clothing those who are most in need on both sides of the island right now, as well as those responsible for assuming the overwhelming cleanup tasks in the weeks and months ahead.
Please call or email me with any questions.
Sarah Cool
816-914-5096
coolsarahs@hotmail.com
http://www.kafekiskeya.blogspot.com
http://www.myspace.com/kafekiskeya
Sorry Sarah,
But Domingo asked me to send you a picture of your house. It is so sad here. Yes the other was Daisy's house and ramada. Not much time right now. Love, Connie
Dear Friends,
In case you have not seen or heard, we had a very unexpected storm on Sunday night. We made it through that with minimum damages, but you can imagine there were a few roofs taken off. On Monday night the rains started and never stopped. Bombita was evacuated in the early hours of Tuesday and was flooded within one hour. Two days later, La Hoya flooded. This had never happened before in La Hoya. Everyone is astounded.
The waters have subsided in Bombita and we will begin our clean up on Monday. Our losses are not as great as we first thought, thank God though there is total loss in the village.
La Hoya is a different story. We are still under water up to our roofs. (Yes, ours as I live there as well.) The school, the clinic, the volunteer’s houses, the COPA office and every house in the village is under water! The water keeps rising and has no where to go. They tell us we must simply wait. Never been one of my strong suits!
Please keep us in your prayers as we try to cope and to help others cope and then rebuild! I will attach a picture or two to help you see what is happening. Blessings, Connie
27 October 2007
1st Thursdays (Nov 1st) @ Kafe Kiskeya
You're invited to come down to Kafe Kiskeya at 3226 E 12th St (12th & Benton) for our next 1st Thursdays event on November 1st from 6 to 8pm.
Arts in Prison (artsinprison.org) & John Paul Gallagher (jpgallagherphoto.com)will be featured.
Arts in Prison's mission, as a non-profit organization, is to facilitate personal growth through the arts for the incarcerated and their families in several facilities in Kansas.
John Paul Gallagher is an artist, activist and social worker committed to documenting the human condition of underprivileged peoples of the world in order to advocate for social change.
I look forward to seeing you this Thursday night, November 1st!
Arts in Prison (artsinprison.org) & John Paul Gallagher (jpgallagherphoto.com)will be featured.
Arts in Prison's mission, as a non-profit organization, is to facilitate personal growth through the arts for the incarcerated and their families in several facilities in Kansas.
John Paul Gallagher is an artist, activist and social worker committed to documenting the human condition of underprivileged peoples of the world in order to advocate for social change.
I look forward to seeing you this Thursday night, November 1st!
19 October 2007
Oct 19 @ 7pm ~ Oh Blessed Thought @ Kafe Kiskeya Open Mic!
Kafe Kiskeya is BLESSED to have Oh Blessed Thought play for us TONIGHT ... Friday evening Oct 19 @ 7pm. Here's their most recent Bulletin from http://www.myspace.com/ohblessedthought . It's Open Mic, so others are welcome & invited to perform after Oh Blessed Thought does their thing. Hope to see YOU tonight! Sarah
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Hey everyone! Here is our weekend show update!
Friday night, Oct. 19th, we are playing an acoustic set at Kafe Kiskeya. Kafe Kiskeya is a fair trade coffee shop in Northeast Kansas City. It is a sweet little place to hang out. So definitely come and check it out. You can find information on Kafe Kiskeya at myspace.com/kafekiskeya
After that we are going to head over to Main Street Cafe and play a show we were asked to be on kinda last second. We are playing with this really sweet band called The New Frontiers. They are on The Militia Group (Copeland, Appleseed Cast, The Rocket Summer) and are about to head out on tour with Manchester Orchestra soon! So we'll be playing there around 9:00 approx. So come see us play acoustic then follow us over to mainstreet for a full band sound! It will be a good time.
Saturday night, we are playing at The Record Bar with Story of the Sea (Minnesota) and The Belated (Another KC band)... so that will be fun as well. This is a 21+ show, so all of you who are under 21 should come hang out with us Friday. Older crowd is welcome Saturday night. This show will start at 10:00 and we are playing first so come out early and hang out!
Sorry for the long bulletin, but we have a lot going on this weekend! Hope to see a lot of you at one of the shows!!
-Mark for the guys
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Hey everyone! Here is our weekend show update!
Friday night, Oct. 19th, we are playing an acoustic set at Kafe Kiskeya. Kafe Kiskeya is a fair trade coffee shop in Northeast Kansas City. It is a sweet little place to hang out. So definitely come and check it out. You can find information on Kafe Kiskeya at myspace.com/kafekiskeya
After that we are going to head over to Main Street Cafe and play a show we were asked to be on kinda last second. We are playing with this really sweet band called The New Frontiers. They are on The Militia Group (Copeland, Appleseed Cast, The Rocket Summer) and are about to head out on tour with Manchester Orchestra soon! So we'll be playing there around 9:00 approx. So come see us play acoustic then follow us over to mainstreet for a full band sound! It will be a good time.
Saturday night, we are playing at The Record Bar with Story of the Sea (Minnesota) and The Belated (Another KC band)... so that will be fun as well. This is a 21+ show, so all of you who are under 21 should come hang out with us Friday. Older crowd is welcome Saturday night. This show will start at 10:00 and we are playing first so come out early and hang out!
Sorry for the long bulletin, but we have a lot going on this weekend! Hope to see a lot of you at one of the shows!!
-Mark for the guys
12 October 2007
Life is Fair by Sam Davidson
In honor of Fair Trade Month, make sure you shop a bit differently this weekend. Fairly traded products allow those involved in the process to earn a fair wage. As such, your choice to choose a certain kind of coffee, chocolate or clothing means that someone else can live a little bit better, send their children to school, and afford adequate medical care. However, 'fair trade' means more than pricing. It also means that democratic processes were used in the negotiating process, and that the environment was taken care of properly during production. Celebrate by shopping with a conscience.
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