Voices From The Herd: An Anthology For Buffalo, New York

Voices From The Herd: An Anthology For Buffalo, New York, is an anthology of Western New York writers as an homage to the city, its people, struggles, triumphs, weather, sports and historical landmarks. This volume is an incredible collection of fiction, nonfiction and poetry. 

Writers include:  Alycia Ripley, Tom Waters, Cindy Mantai, Susan Marie, George Tutuska, Christina Wos Donnelly, Sadie Worth, Stephanie Russell Haefner, Diane Meholick, Joanna Wos, Sean Scarisbrick, Paul Rehac, Ralph Walstrom, Caitlin Militello, Todd Shoepflin, Billy Mariani, Rachel G. Hunt, Jeff Schoeber, Lesa Quale, Joe Genco, Judith Frizlen, Karen Lewis, Martha Deed, Frank Thomas Croisdale, Charles Forness, Denise Amodeo Miller, Dan Sicoli, Karen Sands O'Connor, Carol Townsend, Marina Blitshteyn, Jennifer Campbell, Perry Nicholas, Peter Fernbach, Courtney Aja Barton, John Marvin, Jane Sadowsky and Jason Franco. 

To purchase, go to www.Lulu.com and search: Voices from the Herd.  $12.99 for paperback or direct download for $4.99.  100% of the proceeds will be sent directly to the Just Buffalo Literary Center.  You can also post your own reviews on the lulu site along with ratings for prospective readers.   

  

Support our arts, Just Buffalo Literary Center and the work of Western New York writers, editors and designers.

Voices From The Herd is a not-for-profit anthology about the present day city of Buffalo.  All royalties will go towards the betterment and continued success of the Just Buffalo Literary Center.

© Susan Marie 2010

Think Twice Radio on Kasama Project.Org & Gaza Freedom March.Org

By Susan Marie, Think Twice Radio |

July 06, 2010

Shadi Salman: Gaza Strip on Gaza Freedom March.Org HERE

Shadi Salman, Palestinian photographer, human rights activist, lives on the Gaza Strip. Shadi is involved with The International Solidarity Movement, Free Gaza and Gaza 2 Istanbul. The Israel West Bank barrier violates international law. All people, especially children, are subjected to violence, oppression, little or no food, medical supplies/medication, freedom to move in their country, and the world, due to the Gaza blockade. Shadi speaks from a human perspective, not a political or religious viewpoint. He is dedicated to educate globally of the conditions on the Strip in order to replace what has been lost for the people of Palestine.

Listen to Radio Interview

"Gaza 2 Istanbul" Campaign

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Stephanie McMillan, creator of Minimum Security cartoons, on Kasama Project.Org

Click here for the interview.

Stephanie speaks on capitalism’s destruction of the earth, organizing resistance to the British Petroleum oil spill, and the difficulties of stereotypical left outreach, and the essential need to live independent of all systems currently in place for complete survival of this world. Share this statement about the urgency of this moment. Act together. You can subscribe to her work at Minimum Security and go to Sneak Previews.

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Interview with Stephanie McMillan: Minimum Security: Code Green

Stephanie McMillan, political and environmental activist/cartoonist, educates the public on social, political and environmental issues through her website, Minimum Security through her self-syndicated weekly editorial cartoon, Code Green.

This is an amazing interview frank and upfront speaking of the state of the world and the United States Government.  Listen HERE. 

Stephanie speaks of capitalist economy, the British Petroleum oil spill, awareness with action, the destruction of our planet, societal/governmental systems, and the essential need to live independent of all systems currently in place for complete survival of this world.

Subscribe to her HERE at Minimum Security and go to Sneak Previews.

Stephanie is a fantastic artist, her cartoons are hysterical, as well as educational. She is a true artist, with an intellectual background in activism. She can be found on facebook.

Live From the Gaza Strip: An Interview with Shadi Salman

Listen LIVE Audio HERE

 
Shadi Salman, Palestinian photographer, human rights activist, lives on the Gaza Strip. 

Shadi is involved with The International Solidarity Movement, Free Gaza and Gaza 2 Istanbul. 

The Israel West Bank barrier violates international law. 

All people, especially children, are subjected to violence, oppression, little or no food, medical supplies/medication, freedom to move in their country, and the world, due to the Gaza blockade.  

Shadi speaks from a human perspective, not a political or religious viewpoint. He is dedicated to educate globally of the conditions on the Strip in order to replace what has been lost for the people of Palestine. 

Check out: Death in Gaza and The Gaza Flotilla Raid. 

Picture: ©Shadi Salman:  Control tower shoots to roads, farmers and all people approaching the border up to 300 meters.  Region: the borders of the Gaza Strip Khuzaa

Susan Marie Public Relations
Think Twice Radio
This is NOT the Apple
New York USA 2010

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Dunn Tire Raceway Park: Red Dirt Rising

 

On July 24, 2010, be a part of racing history with the premiere of, “Red Dirt Rising’ at Dunn Tire Raceway Park in Lancaster, NY.  ‘Red Dirt Rising’  is a the true story of how racing’s earliest hero’s were born. The story follows the lives of three young men who come of age to find escape from life’s challenges on the track, ultimately shaping the future of their families and stock car racing during the Fightin’ Forties. The film boasts a veteran cast and crew with extensive resumes in television and film. To learn more or gather clips, visit RED DIRT RISING.

This outdoor movie theatre includes:  twelve time Emmy award winning composer/producer/arranger Cliff Downs, a meet and greet with early legends of racing, Bill Blair, Jr. and Gary Lewallan, son of early NASCAR legend Jimmie Lewallan, the makers of “Red Dirt Rising”, Kathleen ‘Bo’ Bobak  (Director’s Guild Award Recipient for ‘Titanic’), and James Suttles of Suttle Films, along with the actors. There will be a Cruise-in’ Car Show judged by Bill Blair, Gary Lewallan, following the premiere of "Red Dirt Rising." 
 
Children under 6 are admitted FREE. Gates open at 5:30 pm and the park will have plenty of activities for the whole family so bring lawn chairs. Cruise In car show participants, show your ticket at the pit entrance and enter the show for $5.00 extra bucks.  Tickets are $15.00 and available at Dunn Tire Park Raceway, Ticket Birdie,  Facebook, or by calling 716.771.8475.

Brought to you by Delacey Ford and in association with: Gentle Dentistry of East Aurora PLLC, AJ’s Grand Prix, Buffalo Film Society, Cyberspokes and Stylin’ Tattoo.

A portion of all proceeds from “Red Dirt Rising” and its soundtrack will support the non-profit Racing Legends Medical Fund.  Established in 1991, this hardship fund benefits past drivers, team owners and mechanics who qualify for assistance. 

©  Susan Marie 

Scott Celani Band Aids Wildlife in The Gulf

Recently featured on WKBW Buffalo, WIVB Buffalo and MSNBC, Scott Celani of the Scott Celani Band has been adamant at aiding the wildlife affected by the Gulf Coast Oil Disaster.

 While there is much anger directed at B.P. [British Petroleum] and the government over their response to the oil leak, Celani wishes to take a peaceful stance and support wildlife.   

Partnering with The National Wildlife Federation, the United States' largest private, nonprofit conservation education and advocacy organization, with over 4 million members and supporters, and 47 state and territorial affiliated organizations; Celani has begun a "Make It Up To Them", campaign. 

Scott had previously written the song "I'll Make It Up To You" before the oil leak crisis.  The Western New York singer-songwriter decided that in light of the oil spill wildlife had nothing to do with this situation and we [people] have an obligation. 

Celani sees this as an opportunity to help the situation in the Gulf and the wildlife affected by the spill from our home, our city, our country. "That's where the concept of making it up to the wildlife comes in, and we can with things like this and I'm hoping this inspires other people to do their own thing," says Celani.

Downloads of the song, "We Can Make It Up To Them", can be purchased HERE on CD Baby for $1.99 with proceeds going to The National Wildlife Federation.  
 

Also, view the video On You Tube

"We owe them. We need to make it up to them," said Celani.

For more information: Scott Celani Band

Tibetan Monk "Puja" Ceremony on Think Twice Radio

Live Audio of event HERE.

Photography by Enid Bloch HERE
Photography by The Buffalo News HERE

 

The monks of Drepung Loseling Monastery performed a powerful ceremonial puja for healing on Tuesday, June 29 at 7:00 p.m at Unity Church in Buffalo, New York. 

In the Tibetan world, all practitioners associated with the healing profession seek out this empowerment, and then practice the associated mantra on a daily basis in order to enhance personal healing power.  Participants submitted names of family, friends and individuals for whom they wished to dedicate prayers for health and healing. This ceremony was a guided meditative healing experience, with sacred chanting in the Tibetan language, as well as music performed by the visiting monks

 

Unity Buffalo is spiritually centered, to celebrate a world of love, peace and abundance.  Their mission is a diverse, loving, spiritual community empowering growth, transformation and peaceful living.  Unity honors the individual truths in all religions and respects each individual's right to choose a spiritual path.
 

Drepung is the largest of all Tibetan monasteries and is located on the Gambo Utse mountain, 5 kilometers from the western suburb of Lhasa.  About 40% of the old monastic town was destroyed after the Chinese arrived in Lhasa in 1951, though luckily the chief buildings including the four colleges, the Tsokchen and the the Dalai Lamas' residence were preserved. Drepung Loseling is dedicated to the study and preservation of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition of wisdom and compassion.  

The Tibetan culture is endangered and leads a fragile existence in the exiled refugeed communities in India and Nepal.  
 

Unity of Buffalo -1243 Delaware Ave.-Buffalo, NY 14209 (716) 882-0391-info@unitybuffalo.org

 

Susan Marie Public Relations
Think Twice Radio
This is NOT the Apple
New York USA 2010

Buffalo’s Oil Spill Vigil: Stand with the Gulf Coast: Move On.org

Buffalo New York:  Oil Spill Vigil  7 p.m., Tuesday, June 8^th  at Elmwood Avenue and Bidwell Parkway in Buffalo.  For a map, please click here.  

This event is in response to MoveOn.org’s call for vigils around the country on the 50^th day of the BP oil spill.  MoveOn’s website says the purpose of these vigils is to:

·         Demand an end to our dependence on oil

·         Call for stepped up efforts to end the spill, and

·         Stand in solidarity with all those affected in the Gulf 

These are objectives we all can stand behind.  And we can add to that list, e.g. that environmental clean-up, remediation, and wildlife rescue efforts be accelerated and sustained, that the Gulf economy be rebuilt and relief provided to those who have lost their livelihoods,  and that BP pay the full cost.

The local Buffalo event is ad hoc and is being pulled together very quickly.  Please feel free to make your own signs or banners. There will be a few speakers, music, petitions or letters to sign, and a silent vigil.

You can register to attend the event through the MoveOn.org message box below -- though there is no need to register.  You can just come.  If you do try to register and the response is that the event is closed because it has reached a maximum 50 person quota, please come anyway.  It would be great to have more than 50 people turn out. 

Please circulate this message and bring your family and friends. 

Nan and Walter Simpson Energy Really Matters

enconser@buffalo.edu

WNY Climate Action

For more information, please contact Joni Russ at 882-2242 X 30 or Nan Simpson 839-0062.  

Buffalo Oil Spill Vigil: Stand with the Gulf Coast Can you make it to this vigil? Click here for more details and to RSVP: I can come. Sorry, I can't make it this time. For more info and to find other vigils in your area, click here.

Susan Marie Public Relations
Think Twice Radio
This is NOT the Apple
New York USA 2010

Grace Stumberg CD Release: Babeville: June 7, 2010

On June 7, 2010 from 7-9pm,  at Ani DiFranco's Ninth Ward @ Babeville, 341 Delaware Avenue @Tupper, Buffalo NY, musicians are gathering for Grace Stumbergs CD release party in conjunction to support the Food Bank of Western New York.  $13 includes admission and a $3 donation to The Food Bank. 

Singer/Songwriter Grace Stumberg, has performed with: 

guitarists Matt Stachowiak of Blackest Red, Professor Richard Strauss, as well as Vocalist Adrienne-Tworek-Gryta and mentor, Bob James.  Presently, Grace is involved with 

the Music In Action Program (Robby Takac, Goo Goo Dolls, and Buffalo Music Hall Of Fame inductee, Bob James.)  Grace gives songwriter workshops and tips to the students. For her accomplishments in helping to change the world, see her website HERE. 

The Food Bank of WNY distributes food to member agencies that have serviced record numbers of families in need.  The Food Bank of Western New York distributes over 1 million pounds of food per month to over 400 agencies throughout Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie and Niagara Counties.  Over 96,000 individuals rely their support, 39% are children and 11% are seniors.  The Food Bank strives to procure more nutritional foods for our agencies while making available educational materials on the importance of a healthy diet.  They seek out ways to address hunger issues in the hope of one day wiping food insecurity off the map.  For more information go HERE. 

Honored and special guests in this event include:  

•  Noa Bursie 

•  Cathy Carfagna 

•  Dee Adams  

For more information:  Bob James, Creative Director http://www.studentvoices.orgor 716.912.6656.

Every dollar raised stays in WNY and is used to sustain programs and services. Hunger is an issue 365 days a year.  

  

Susan Marie Public Relations
Think Twice Radio
This is NOT the Apple
New York USA 2010

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Buffalo Select Chorus on Buffalo Place for May 26 with Joseph Wooten

Buffalo Select Chorus, with national recording artist Joseph Wooten, will perform their 5th Annual Concert on Wednesday, May 26th at 7:30 p.m. at Asbury Hall at Babeville.  The concert and reception to follow is free and open-to-the-public.  The evening is a mixed musical repertoire of local musicians and the supremely talented Buffalo Select Chorus under the direction and guidance of Musical Director, Linda Lombardo Appleby.

Buffalo Select Chorus is the only chorus made up of Buffalo high school students, with nine different schools represented.  The Chorus is a talented, dynamic group that has persevered despite challenges for funding in the arts in the Buffalo schools.  The Chorus has grown exponentially over several years and in partnership with the Righteous Babe Foundation, will continue its mission to provide a venue for Buffalo High School students to expand their vocal skills while offering actual performance experience under the tutelage of certified music teachers and professional musicians.  This program of excellence will also be saying goodbye to many graduating seniors.

Buffalo Select Chorus can be heard rehearsing every Monday night at Asbury Hall and their annual concert is not one to miss.  To donate, purchase a CD or for more information search HERE on facebook for Buffalo Select Chorus.  Abury Hall at Babeville is located at 341 Delaware Avenue.

Read on Buffalo Place HERE