NUBIAN KNIGHTS NETWORK: Tuesday, February 16, 2010

QUOTATIONS OF "BLACK"

"Whenever I use BLACK it relates to some history of Africans in that particular place. It’s the idea of the color BLACK as a metaphor, or as a representation of African-Americans. It’s the notion of BLACK- BLACKNESS - and all its other meanings in relation to the history of race..."

- Fred Wilson

"Most of my fortitude to continue doing the work comes from the moral outrage I feel about the injustices that Black people endure disproportionately daily."

- N. Abdul-Wakil

"In the end, what matters is not skin shade but pan-African consciousness. Loving your complexion, your nose, lips, hair length and texture, no matter what the politics or trends decide, and simply be. That's the problem with us (African folks). We're still learning how to love ourselves. So used to glorifying others and putting others first..."

- Dredlocks Tree

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Affordable Workspace For Artists And Organizations!
NYFA (New York Foundation For The Arts)

In response to the current economic downturn, NYFA is opening its Affordable Workspace program to artists and organizations who have been directly affected by the recession—be it through loss of office space, employment, etc. Activity must be arts, literary, or culture-related; artists and organizations working in all genres, graphic designers, creative writers, journalists, and art historians are welcome to apply.
Affordable Workspace Program Benefits:

* A private workstation within the NYFA space dedicated to you
* High-speed wireless Internet access
* Meeting space available by appointment (in NYFA’s small conference room and library)
* Free scanning (black and white)
* Free printing quota of 200 pages per month (discounted printing fee for larger printing projects)
* Discounted rate for copying
* Fully equipped kitchen with hot coffee, tea, and filtered water
* Individual phone service available for additional fee

For more information and an application, click here.
New York Foundation for the Arts
20 Jay Street
Suite 740
Brooklyn, NY 11201
http://www.nyfa.org

Travel Directions: "F" train to York Street

The ADODI New York Chapter Presents
ADODI Bus Ride to Baltimore Harbor!
Saturday, May 15th, 2010
Bus Leaves From Harlem, NYC @ 7:30AM

Presents

ADODI (1 Day) Bus Ride to Baltimore Harbor!
Saturday, May 15th, 2010
Bus Leaves HARLEM, NYC, USA @ 7:30AM
THEN
Bus Leaves Baltimore Harbor @ 6:45PM

Hello My Brothers:

I'm writing this email to you to personally invite you to the ADODI Bus Ride to the Baltimore Harbor! The (1 day) trip is taking place on Saturday, May 15, 2010. The bus is departing promptly at 7:30am sharp from in front of the Adam Clayton Powell Federal Office Building in Harlem.

Why Baltimore Harbor?

Why not? Its a beautiful, yet short ride to the south to a beautiful harbor filled with great restaurants, shopping and historical significance for you history buffs. It also gives you a great opportunity to fellowship with your ADODI brothers and make new friends as well.

What's the cost?

The cost is $65.00 per person - which includes your round trip transportation in a luxury coach, as well as an all you can eat American Style buffet dinner.

So what do I do now?

Well, if you're still hesitating on this tempting offer, refer to the attachment that I've given you on this email. It includes some inexpensive, yet interesting items to place on your 'to do' list while in Baltimore. After that, simply give me a call at (917) 805-2249 or reply to this email (dalbri0420[at]aol.com) to request that I hold a ticket for you. I'll be happy to take your payment in installments or in one payment - your choice! Following that... - its just a matter of time before I'll see you on the motor coach and together we can take Baltimore Harbor on by storm!

The bus will be leaving Baltimore Harbor at 6:45PM sharp and returning to New York City later that night.

Join me on this exciting journey and support your New York ADODI affiliate at the same time. If you want to know more about ADODI, check out www.adodiintl.org - Act now... seats are limited!!!

With fondest regards,

Don Albritton

TICKET SELLERS:
(1) Herb Williams.......Cell: (917) 828-5971

(2) Eugene Howell......Cell: (914) 237-5262 or
email: eugenehowell [at] yahoo.com

(3) Don Albritton........Cell: (917) 805-2249 or
email: dalbri0420 [at] aol.com

(4) Paul Nicholson......Cell: (917) 533-5607

About ADODI...

ADODI, the plural ADO, is a Yoruba word that describes a man who "loves" another man. More than just a description of partners in Africa, the ADODI of the tribe are thought to embody both male and female ways of being and were revered as shamans, sages and leaders.

Who is ADODI?

ADODI is a community of men of color who affirm their African Lineage and love of men. Our purpose is to foster and encourage the self-discovery, validation, empowerment and liberation of all members of our diverse community.

The mission of ADODI New York is to provide a safe space to same sex loving men of African Heritage who seek a better understanding of their own spirituality, self-expression and sexual identity.

Visit ADODI New York online at www.adodiintl.org

As of 2010, ADODI celebrates its 24th year of existence and has 4 local chapters in New York, Chicago, Washington, DC and Philadelphia.

Also visit our brand new (may be under construction at times) ADODI National website at ADODIonline.com and find out more about the men of ADODI and also the 24th annual ADODI summer retreat which will be held in Clarkston, Michagan from Wednesday, July 14th through Sunday, July 18th, 2010.

Ache!