Search for Home, November 12&13, 2016
Search for Home: On Movement and Migration
November 12&13, 2016
Michael Blaakman, Sonja Bontrager, Conrad Erb, Amy Hochstetler, Nicandro Iannicci, Michael Johnson, Elissa Kranzler, Kurt Marsden, Cortlandt Matthews, Brian Middleton, Hank Miller, John Piccolini, Rebekah Reddi, Jordan Rock, Lizzy Schwartz, Melinda Steffy, Emily Sung, Caroline Winschel, Michele Zuckman
David Ludwig, The New Colossus
arr. Moira Smiley, Wayfaring Stranger
Tomas Luis de Victoria, Super Flumina Babylonis
Heinrich Isaac, Innsbruch, ich muss dich lassen
Stacy Garrop, Give Me Hunger
Dale Trumbore, Where Go the Boats?
Christopher Marshall, This Big Moroccan Sea
trad. Bambuti chant, Ama ibu o iye
Abbie Betinis, Suffer no Grief from From Behind the Caravan: Songs of Hâfez
Johannes Brahms, Wenn wir in höchsten Nöten sein
Ysaye Barnwell, We Are
Stephen Paulus, The Road Home
arr. Hall Johnson, Great Camp Meeting
Jocelyn Hagen, Now Our Meeting’s Over
Notes on the Program
We know that ours is a nation of immigrants; most of us here today descended from ancestors born on other shores. And yet the story of immigrants is not history. It is a living story being experienced by people all over the world at this moment. Our current political discourse might have us believe that immigrants, refugees, and America’s potential response to them is a tale of extremes: either an open welcome or a wall. The truth is not so black and white. Immigrants’ stories are varied and nuanced, but the thread common throughout is one of upheaval: there is uncertainty, pain, and loss, yes, but in these narratives there is also discovery, yearning, and opportunity. The stories in this program represent a range of journeys, from desperate to intentional, from community-wide to introspective. Whether or not we have experienced the physical act of leaving our homeland behind, it is clear that longing for “home,” whether or not home is a physical place, is a universal feeling. Today we journey together, seekers and refugees all.
We begin with local composer David Ludwig’s setting of Emma Lazarus’ sonnet “The New Colossus.” Lazarus donated the poem to a fundraiser for the Statue of Liberty, and it was inscribed on a plaque at the statue’s base in her memory in 1903. Her words have become the voice of the Statue of Liberty as she welcomes ships full of “huddled masses” to New York. Ludwig’s simple yet evocative setting, moving from unison to lush harmony, lets the poem speak for itself.
Believed to have roots in Appalachian folk tradition, “Wayfaring Stranger” has been adopted by the American folk, country, and gospel music communities, and it also appears in some hymnals. Like many spirituals, its message of traveling through toil to reach a better––be it a spiritual journey to the afterlife or a physical journey to a new home––gives hope to those experiencing hardship. Contemporary composer Moira Smiley’s arrangement incorporates call and response and syncopation, elements common in spirituals, and, like many of her arrangements, a driving beat provided by body percussion.
Spanish Renaissance composer Tomas Luis de Victoria’s “Super flumina Babylonis” sets the Latin text of the beginning of Psalm 137. The enslaved Israelites mourn their exile from Jerusalem and the cruelty of their captors: ordered to sing and dance along the way, they abandon their instruments, lamenting, “How can we sing the Lord’s song in a strange land?”
“Innsbruck, ich muss dich lassen,” a slightly early composition by Heinrich Isaac, is, by contrast, a secular tale of a traveler who leaves willingly but is nonetheless forlorn. Isaac himself traveled a great deal in his lifetime, from his home in Flanders to Germany, Austria, and Italy.
Poet Carl Sandburg is known for his rough, edgy portrayals of American industrialization and urban life. In At a Window, whose text Stacy Garrop set for her piece “Give Me Hunger,” he shows a rare softer side. He begins furiously, imploring the gods to give him their worst––“hunger, pain and want”––and, in a reference to Emma Lazarus’ welcoming “golden door,” challenging the gods to shut him out from “your doors of gold and fame.” But when his fury is spent, he pleads, “Leave me a little love.” Garrop mirrors the two contrasting halves of the poem with the two sections of the piece: the first is angsty, with a driving but unsettling rhythm and harsh sonorities, while the second wraps us in warm, lush harmonies that reflect the love for which we all yearn.
With Robert Louis Stevenson’s poem “Where Go the Boats?”, Los Angeles–based composer Dale Trumbore explores the deeper currents of a seemingly simple text for children. She writes, “I was struck by the fact that the narrator copes with the lost boats in the same way an adult must cope with lost love. Though the lost objects are gone forever, they will nonetheless be loved again in the future. This setting reflects a bit of that bittersweetness, that heartache.”
Christopher Marshall shows us a much darker look at the power of water in “This Big Moroccan Sea.” In 2006, a small, battered yacht washed ashore in Barbados that would be come to be known as the “death boat.” On board, authorities found the mummified bodies of 11 young men later determined to have left the coast of Cape Verde bound for the Canary Islands. Originally a group of 50 African migrants in search of a better life in Europe, they were abandoned by their paid guide when the yacht’s engine failed and left without food, water, or fuel to drift for months across the Atlantic. One victim, later determined to be Diao Souncar Diémé of Senegal, was found with a note penned before his death. In Marshall’s setting, Diémé’s heart-wrenching farewell is sung by the tenor soloist, while the choir echoes and surrounds him. When the soloist fades away, only the choir remains, evoking the overwhelming and unforgiving sea and sky.
We return for the second half of the program with “Ama ibu o iye,” a chant from the Bambuti people, an indigenous pygmy community in the rainforest in the Congo region of Central Africa. Imitating the sounds of the rainforest—a sacred place for the Bambuti—the chant calls the community together and is repeated until a sense of community has been achieved. As with many chant traditions, we learned this chant aurally: ensemble member Melinda Steffy taught it to us; she learned it years ago in a workshop with composer Ysaye Maria Barnwell, who had presumably learned it from someone else, and so on until the first transmission from the Bambuti community. This chant feels, perhaps, the most distant from our own context of any of the music on today’s program, and we acknowledge we know little about Bambuti culture or their singing traditions. Like the game of “telephone,” or the ongoing shifting of cultures across generations and geographies, we assume that information has been lost along the way—that meaning and style and context have changed as the chant has passed from one “generation” to the next, from one continent to another. It is our hope that by attempting to create our own community together as we sing, we honor the spirit of the chant and the Bambuti people.
Similarly, in setting the lyric poetry of 14th-century Persian poet Hâfez, Abbie Betinis admits, “The music is my own, and not authentically Persian. It is my interpretation of an assortment of influences, including my study of Persian speech, scales and modes.” Even if not authentically Persian, From Behind the Caravan honors the intonation of the language and the musical sensibilities inherent in the beautiful poetry. In the second movement, “Suffer no Grief,” which we excerpt today, Betinis highlights Hâfez’s longing for an end to suffering. Even amidst grief and displacement, we are assured that “there is no road that has no end.”
Paul Eber’s text “Wenn wir in höchsten Nöten sein” is a prayer for help from God to lead us through our darkest hour. This heartfelt plea is not unlike the prayers heard in African-American spirituals. Johannes Brahms composed his setting of the text late in his life. The first chord is a simple G major, but from the next beat, the harmonies progress in complex, unexpected ways, giving a simple prayer an earnest urgency.
The similarities that bind us all, from Europe to Africa to the Appalachian mountains, are the focus of “We Are,” an iconic composition by educator, composer, and longtime member of Sweet Honey in the Rock, Ysaye Maria Barnwell. Especially in our current political climate, refugees and immigrants are so often painted as foreign, alien “others.” But the human longing for love and for home unite us in spite of any differences that appear to divide us, as so many pieces on today’s program demonstrate, and Barnwell’s piece culminates by reminding us: we are one.
Prolific American composer Stephen Paulus is renowned for simple yet moving hymn-like pieces, and “The Road Home” is no exception. The tune is taken from a song called “The Lone Wild Bird” from The Southern Harmony Songbook, published in 1835. Paulus’ friend and frequent collaborator, poet Michael Dennis Browne, was between visits to his native England to see his ailing sister when he wrote the text for the piece. The universal theme of searching for home pairs perfectly with the pentatonic melody. Paulus wrote of the piece, “The most powerful and beautiful message is often a simple one.”
Hall Johnson was born in Athens, Georgia, and grew up hearing spirituals sung by his mother and grandmother, both of whom had been slaves. Johnson went on to have an incredibly accomplished musical career and became one of a group of composers and arrangers who helped to elevate the spiritual to a respected art form in itself. His Hall Johnson Choir, whose arrangement of “Great Camp Meeting” we sing, traveled the world and appeared on movie soundtracks throughout the 1930s and 40s.
We conclude with American composer Jocelyn Hagen’s arrangement of a traditional folk song, “Now Our Meeting’s Over.” Like so many of the pieces on our program today, the message of the text is simple, yet universal, and can be interpreted either secularly or spiritually. We will meet our lost loved ones “on that shore”: we may be yearning to reunite with them in a promised land that is a new home across the sea or in the afterlife. Listen as the melody moves and is highlighted by each voice part in turn, reiterating that the search for home and for love is one that unites us all.


Crashed: A Novella (The Legion Rises, Part 1)
Release Date: December 23, 2011
Barnes & Noble
About the Book:
In first part of The Legion Rises, the crew and passengers of the Starship Mathias crash-land on an unknown and hostile planet—Deus—after the ship malfunctions. While they search for the other survivors, they encounter fantastic and malevolent creatures populating the planet’s surface.
But within the wreckage of their escape pods lurks an insidious manifestation of the dead, a force that seeks vengeance …
From Canadian fantasy and science fiction writer Ryan Fitzgerald, the author of sci-fi/fantasy series Shadows.
Includes a preview of Carundas: A Novella (Book 2 of The Legion Rises).
Word Count: ~21,500
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Do you want more love, more money, greater health, more energy and vitality? Rev. Blaine shows how to unlock the unlimited potential within you with four powerful steps.
Rev. Blaine celebrates the Divine Feminine this Mother's Day with some wonderful stories about his two mothers and others.
Rev. Blaine shows how we can achieve authentic power in our lives by aligning ourselves with the absolute truth of who we are.
Rev. Blaine demonstrates that the most powerful spiritual growth we can have is the result of change.
Rev. Blaine describes how the final days of Jesus can be seen as a model for our own hero’s journey.
Inspirational invitation to join Unity, a positive path for spiritual living.
When she was in her 20s, Dr. Maya Angelou discovered the Unity Church. Founded in 1889, Unity is a Christian movement that emphasizes affirmative prayer and education as a path to spirituality.


Eleanor Lipman new novel is Good Riddance. Lipman is the award-winning author of eleven novels, including The View from Penthouse B and The Inn at Lake Devine; one essay collection, I Can't Complain; and Tweet Land of Liberty: Irreverent Rhymes from the Political Circus. She lives in New York City. This event is free and open to the public.
Bestselling author and psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb's new book, Maybe You Should Talk To Someone, takes us behind-the-scenes of a therapist’s world and into our own mysterious lives.


About the Journal
Counselia, Jurnal Bimbingan Konseling Pendidikan Islam is a peer-reviewed journal published by Faculty of Islamic Studies Wiralodra University. The journal is aimed at spreading the research results conducted by academicians, researchers, and practitioners in the field of Islamic Education Guidance and Counseling. In particular, papers which consider the following general topics are invited: Guidance and Counseling, Islamic Guidance and Counseling, Philosophy of Education, Islamic Education, Educational Psychology, Educational Sociology, General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Personality Psychology, Career Counseling, Personal Social Counseling, Group Counseling, Media Counseling, Interfaith Counseling and Culture, Family Counseling, Learning Counseling, Children's Counseling, Youth Counseling, Adult and Elderly Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Counseling Management, Psychological Measurement, Counseling Concepts and Techniques, Islamic Boarding School BKPI, Psychology of Religion, Mental Health Review. Published 2 (two) times annually, on March and September. Each of the issue has 10 articles both on conceptual article and research article. Published in Bahasa Indonesia, but English-written articles are also welcome.


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Some stories never fail to enchant and entertain. We never grow too old because the stories themselves seem to know no era.
Being a voracious reader and working with textiles, it’s easy to see why combining those two loves into the Penguin Threads series is an absolute delight that must be part of any collection!
With six books in the series, the stunning embroidery work of Jillian Tamaki embodies the stories themselves. Watch an interview with Ms. Tamaki about her personal connection to the stories and Paul Buckley, Penguin Art Director, here.
No matter if your childhood fondness is for The Secret Garden, Black Beauty, Emma, The Wind in the Willows, Little Women, or The Wizard of Oz, these timeless stories have been made even more enchanting with a rich textile tradition adorning the artful covers.


This children's activity and story book is designed as a fundraiser for children's hospitals and children’s foundations and libraries. Movement and good health are a gift no one should take for granted. Join us in sharing this gift with others. Books are provided at authors cost for fundraising or for donations.
Froga is an unusual and fantastical tree frog who imitates the creatures he admires in and around his pond. The muskrat, dragonfly and bobtail cat are some of the creatures he admires and imitates. Children are encouraged to imitate Froga’s movements as he explores life at his small pond. The results help children calm themselves and have better focus. Adults may even want to join in the fun!
This book is for children 4 years old and up who are ready to explore their imagination and movement within normal limits of development. This is a fun-filled book for children, their parents, their caretakers, teachers or physiotherapist for special needs. With a variety of easy exercises, its purpose is to calm a restless or anxious child and challenge a child with less ambition to move. This book focuses on listening skills, imagination, self-expression, breathing, gross motor skills and stretching. Colourful illustrations of Froga a green and blue tree frog provide interesting and easy-to-follow pictures of the exercises.
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Hannah Roswell has had a career in occupational therapy, developmental therapy and the fine arts. She has worked with people who are developmentally delayed for over 20 years. Her experience includes a variety of ages and settings, including children’s hospitals, Early Intervention, and home health care. Hannah is also certified as a children’s yoga teacher and understands the benefit of strengthening, stretching, balancing, breathing and learning to relax from an early age.
Karen Steadman has practiced yoga for over 15 years and has over 200 certified hours. She is experienced at teaching yoga in senior centers, critical care homes, summer camps, Easter Seals programs, Special Needs Yoga with Reach for the Rainbow, Yoga for Cerebral Palsy and the Neurological Rehabilitation Institute of Ontario. Karen is experienced in working with all ages and abilities, and she shares the joy of movement and breath with anyone who will participate.


"Company Aytch or A Side Show of the Big Show" by: Sam Watkins: Simply the BEST book ever written!
"Myths Of American Slavery" by: Walter D. Kennedy: "No subject has been more generally misunderstood or more persistently misrepresented." - Jefferson Davis
"When in the Course of Human Events Arguing the Case for Southern Secesion" by; Charles Adams: "This is the best written, most accurate account of the causes and meaning of the American Civil War. . . . A fantastic book!" - John V. Denson, Auburn University
"The Real Lincoln" by: Thomas J. DiLorenzo: "Professor DiLorenzo
has penetrated to the very heart and core of American history with a laser beam
of fact and analysis." - Clyde Wilson. professor of history, University of South
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During my last GA shift, I was fortunate to have the opportunity to write a life story to honor Robert Kvam, a former accounting professor at MU. Although I was a little nervous to speak to Mr. Kvam’s family members, they were extremely friendly and more than willing to help me write a story that would help Missourian readers capture a glimpse of his full and happy life.
MU professor Robert Kvam had a love of big band jazz
COLUMBIA — Robert L. Kvam was born into a family of musicians. If he wasn’t spending time with his family or teaching accounting, he was listening to big band jazz.
“Even though he was a successful accountant and professor, his true love was always music,” said Kenneth Kvam, Dr. Kvam’s son.
Robert L. Kvam of Columbia died Thursday, Sept. 19, 2013, after a brief illness. He was 92.
He was born on Nov. 14, 1920, in Sioux City, Iowa, to Anton and Ora (Rockwell) Kvam.
In the 1920s, Dr. Kvam’s father joined a group of World War I veterans from Sioux City, Iowa, to form the Monahan Post Band. Anton Kvam was the lead trumpeter for the band, which went on to win the 1927 American Legion marching band competition in Paris.
Dr. Kvam’s mother, Ora Kvam, was a professional piano teacher and an organist at her church for nearly 80 years.
Dr. Kvam continued his family’s musical tradition. He began playing the trumpet at age 5 and played in some of the first jazz bands at his high school. He later became the lead trumpeter in a professional dance band.
“In the 1930s, that was the equivalent of being the lead guitarist in a rock band,” Kenneth Kvam said.
In 1943, Dr. Kvam enlisted in the Army Air Corps and later transferred to the Army Signal Corps. While stationed in Liege, Belgium, Dr. Kvam joined an American dance band as its lead trumpeter.
After the end of the war, Dr. Kvam received a bachelor’s degree in accounting at the University of South Dakota in 1949 and a master’s degree at the University of Colorado in 1952. Soon after, he transferred to Louisiana State University, where he earned an accounting certificate in 1955 and a doctorate in accounting in 1957. He also taught accounting at Michigan State University.
Dr. Kvam married Betty Gustavson on Sept. 23, 1950, in Sioux City, Iowa.
While Dr. Kvam stayed busy balancing his passion for teaching and music, he always put his family first, his daughter Janet Holub said.
“He loved Betty very much, and he was extremely proud of his family,” Holub said.
After years of relocating, Dr. Kvam and his wife settled in Columbia in 1960 so that he could take a position as a professor in accounting at MU. In Columbia, Dr. Kvam found his passion for teaching, Kenneth Kvam said, and earned the adoration of students and colleagues.
“Robert was one of the most kind and considerate individuals I’ve ever met,” said Earl Wilson, a former student and colleague. “He was an excellent professor and was always very concerned about the success of his students.”
During his career at MU, Dr. Kvam supervised many doctoral dissertations, led special seminars on accounting practices and created the honors program at the MU School of Accountancy. Because of his inspired teaching and caring personality, Dr. Kvam was named “Professor of the Semester” twice by MU accounting students and was voted a lifetime member of the Missouri State Society of Public Accountants.
“He said being a professor was the best job he could have ever had,” Kenneth Kvam said. “It allowed him to do everything that he wanted to do.”
After his retirement in 1985, Dr. Kvam stayed active in the community, playing tennis and golf until age 88. He was a committed member of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, where he served several terms on the church council and helped provide financial guidance throughout his life.
Dr. Kvam is survived by his three children, Janet Holub and her husband, Roy, of Woodstock, Ill., Nancy Kvam and longtime friend, Guy Neenan, of San Jose, Calif., and Kenneth Kvam and his wife, Wendy, of Columbia; three grandchildren, Katy of Woodstock, Ill., and Lauren and Eric, both of Columbia; and three sisters-in-law, Dorothy Kvam of Minneapolis, Minn., and Twila and Joan Gustavson, both of Columbia.
Dr. Kvam’s wife, Betty (Gustavson) Kvam; a brother, John Kvam; and brothers-in-law, Oliver and Clifford Gustavson, died earlier.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 914 West Blvd. S.
Memorial contributions can be made to the MU School of Music’s jazz program, 121 Loeb Hall, Columbia, MO 65211.
Condolences can be posted at memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com


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This live panel discussion will include:
Paola Gianturco is an author/photographer who has documented women’s lives in 63 countries and had seven books published.
Paola’s seventh book, COOL: Women Leaders Reversing Global Warming
(www.COOLReversingGlobalWarming.com), created with her granddaughter/co-author, then-12-year-old Avery Sangster, was released in September 2022. It features the inspiring stories of 27 women climate leaders in 10 countries and their suggestions for actions readers can take to help stop the climate crisis.
Larry L. Rasmussen is Reinhold Niebuhr Professor Emeritus of Social Ethics, Union Theological Seminary, New York City. His most recent book is THE PLANET YOU INHERIT: LETTERS TO MY GRANDCHILDREN WHEN UNCERTAINTY’S A SURE THING (Broadleaf Books, 2022).
His book, EARTH-HONORING FAITH: RELIGIOUS ETHICS IN A NEW KEY (Oxford University Press, 2013), received the Nautilus Gold Prize for Ecology/Environment and the Nautilus Grand Prize for best 2014 book overall (27 categories). An earlier volume, EARTH COMMUNITY, EARTH ETHICS (Maryknoll: Orbis Books, 1996), won the prestigious Grawemeyer Award in Religion of 1997.
Roxanne Swentzell grew up sculpting, making pottery, building with adobe, and gardening. She was born in 1962 in Taos NM, into a family of Santa Clara Pueblo Artists (Naranjos).
She built a solar adobe house by hand for her and her children at Santa Clara Pueblo. During this time, Roxanne was introduced to Permaculture and started the non-profit, Flowering Tree Permaculture Institute in 1989 with others.
Soon it became obvious that Roxanne’s ties to the Pueblo culture steered the Institute into cultural preservation and ways to become more self-sufficient. She published, “Our Home” an experimental place in sustainable life-ways as well as her latest on the diet of her people, “The Pueblo Food Experience” Museum of NM Press.


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If breezy beach reads aren’t your idea of summer reading, check out the Library’s new titles for something juicier.
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Law Library Books of the Month
Fundamentals of Sports Law
By Walter T. Champion, Jr.
As one of two titles recently added to the San Francisco Law Library’s new sports law collection, Fundamentals of Sports Law provides a concise overview of this dynamic area of law in a readable one-volume book for sports lawyers, students, and administrators alike. The practice-oriented approach of this manual focuses primarily on those topics that frequently arise in the daily business routines of sports lawyers and professionals such as liability, injuries, defamation and invasion of privacy, workers’ compensation, and eligibility to participate. The less routine matters of contracts, antitrust, labor law, intellectual property, and international law are also discussed. Online access to this manual via WestlawNext is available at the Law Library. For further insights into sports law, use together with Law of Professional and Amateur Sports.
Law of Professional and Amateur Sports
By Gary A. Uberstine, Editor
Law of Professional and Amateur Sports is a comprehensive four-volume treatise covering traditional legal topics in sports law such as contracts, torts, and workers’ compensation, as well as more sports-specific topics such as eligibility and disciplinary rules, and player-agent regulation. This treatise has been written with the sports law practitioner in mind, but will appeal to school athletic departments and administrators, sports media personnel, and the sports enthusiast as well. Each chapter has been written by an expert in the particular area of law, and provides an overview of the topic with relevant case law and other authoritative sources cited, practice-oriented insights and advice, and many useful sample forms.
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The Bingara Toy Library offers the community much more than the name suggests. Not only is it a safe, fun, secure place for children to learn to mingle with others, it gives adults the opportunity to:
- meet other local families
- learn more about parenting
- chat with others/staff about your tips and hints on how you manage parenting.
Naturally you can also borrow toys, so it is a great service for businesses and grandparents if they need to have toys while they hold an event or have the grandchildren home for the holidays.
A one off yearly fee of $20 allows you to become a non borrowing member of our library to enjoy the activities or use the parenting facilities or play with the toys within the safe surrounds of the toy library. Alternatively if you wish to borrow toys from our extensive range the cost is:
- $25 for a casual membership or
- $50 for a full membership.
|9am – 12.30pm
9am – 12.30pm then 3.30pm-5pm
9am – 12.30pm
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Playgroup 9.30-11.30am in backyard of Toy Library during school term on Thursdays
You are invited to attend their free information sessions, go in and play, join them for a chat & a cuppa, use their parent room facilities or just pop in for a visit to view their great facilities.
Playgroup is run each Thursday during the school term from 10am til midday.
Play is more than just fun for kids. It is how babies and children learn, and how they work out who they are and where they fit in the world.
Playing is one of the most important things you can do with your child. The time you spend playing together gives your child lots of different ways and times to learn.
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Please bring along a piece of fruit for “fruit break” during our play session.
Other activities scheduled throughout the month include:
Bubz Biz -Tuesday’s once a month
This is an information session for parents and care givers of children 0-5.
Meet other families, hear guest speakers chat about a topic of interest and let the children play. Debbie Armstrong, Child & Family Health Nurse from the Bingara MPS attends to weigh and measure your baby and answer any questions you may have. FREE…Morning tea is supplied.
Staff, children and parents sing nursery rhymes and do action songs together sitting on the floor.
This is an interesting session where, once a month they discuss a topic with handouts which may be of interest to the families who attend.
Mondays each week is craft day. Depending on events or special occasions there are many activities done during the year.
Music – Usually held on a Friday.
Music can be as simple as looking in the instrument box and playing with what you get out or listening to songs on a disc or reading a book involving music.
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UC Santa Cruz will continue to offer meditation sessions four days a week in locations spread across campus and at the Scotts Valley Center. The sessions begin Jan. 9, unless otherwise noted.
Additionally, a special meditation session will be held from 12:10–12:50 p.m. on Jan. 19 in the Cowell Conference Room.
The sessions are free and open to faculty, staff, and students. No prior meditation experience is needed. The exercises are nondenominational and secular.
Each one will be about five minutes of introduction, 15–20 minutes of silent sitting or sitting and movement, and conclude with five minutes of questions and answers.
For more, email Dana Takagi.
The schedule is as follows:
12:15–12:45 p.m. at Health Center Mural Room
Co-leaders: Dana Takagi, Gene Bush, Bettina Aptheker, Dean Mathiowetz, and Talia Lesser
12:15–12:45 p.m. at Humanities 2, Room 359
Co-leaders: Jim Moore and Christie McCullen
Starts Feb. 1
12:15–12:45 p.m. at Scotts Valley Center, SHR Conference Room E1106
Co-leaders: Nathan McCall and TBD
12:15–12:45 p.m. at McHenry Library, Education Room 0292
Co-leaders: Scott Campbell, Meg Corman, and Kirsten Rudestam
Starts Feb. 10
12:15–12:45 p.m. at Kerr Hall, Room 8
Leader: Frank Widman


"Real world" patient data documents the long-term effects of ALK vaccines
In the largest study ever of its kind, patient data from the "real world" documents the long-term effects of up to nine years of ALK vaccines. Up until now, it has not been possible to demonstrate these in ordinary clinical studies where the follow-up period is shorter, and the new knowledge could be a turning point in ALK's dialog about prices and subsidies with authorities and payers.
BY ALBERT RØNNING-ANDERSSON, translated by Ingrid Greenhow
In the health policy debate on the introduction of new drugs and vaccines, real-world evidence(RWE) is often highlighted as a solution to challenges in documenting the effects of new drugs.


Monday, January 02, 2017
University of Kansas students are being offered buttons spelling out their preferred gender pronouns
What about a button with the old instruction: "Call me anything but don't call me late for dinner"
University of Kansas students are being offered buttons through the school's library system meant to make their preferred gender pronouns clear.
Various University of Kansas Libraries employees now sport the square-shaped pins, with extra ones also doled out to interested students, the Lawrence Journal-World reports.
Library leaders say the buttons are part of the library system's 'You Belong Here' marketing effort meant to lure undergraduates and ensure that they feel welcome, including transgender students.
The buttons come in three versions: 'He him his,' ''She her hers' and, for people who don't identify themselves as male or female, 'They them theirs.'
'Because gender is, itself, fluid and up to the individual,' a sign at the libraries reads. 'Each person has the right to identify their own pronouns, and we encourage you to ask before assuming someone's gender.


Toy Library Definition
One of the first lines of work was to settle a shared TL definition. After some discussions and barinstormings, the group decided to state TL as:
Toy libraries provide resources for play, including toys, games, trained staff and dedicated space, on a non-commercial basis.
European Toy Libraries are open to everybody: children and adults, able bodied and disabled persons, institutions and organizations. Toy libraries serve people without regard to race, sex, disability, religion, language or national origin.
A toy library is a service that provides members with the opportunity for shared play and / or the loan of toys and games. A toy library can be operated by individuals, charity organizations, local, regional or national governments or any other similar agency or group.
As often as possible Toy Libraries serve as a community resource offering information, guidance and support to members in addition to the loan of toys and games.
In some countries like Denmark, Sweden and Croatia toy libraries are only for handicapped children. In Great-Britain there are both types. All the others are open and in most countries, toys are lent out.


An 800-year-old handwritten story about King Arthur and the wizard Merlin has been found. Its discovery could lead historians to the legendary* Holy Grail, said to give whoever finds it eternal life and happiness.
The seven pieces of parchment* from Medieval* times tell of the Battle of Trèbes, in which Merlin inspires Arthur’s army with a stirring* speech and leads a charge using a magical, fire-breathing dragon. The text is written in Old French* and the pieces were found bound within a book from the 1500s stored at a library in Bristol, UK.
They feature important differences from the traditional stories.
For example, different characters are responsible for leading the four divisions of Arthur’s forces.
“These fragments of the Story of Merlin are a wonderfully exciting find,” said Dr Leah Tether, President of the International Arthurian Society.
“They may have implications* for the study not just of this text but also of other related and later texts that have shaped our modern understanding of the Arthurian* legend.”
Tales of King Arthur are mostly based on folklore* and a handful of Medieval texts. Historians still argue about whether he actually existed.
If the Bristol fragments were printed in a modern paperback, they would fill 20 pages.
They are badly damaged and it will take experts at the University of Bristol some time to decipher* them.
“Time and research will reveal what further secrets about the legends of Arthur, Merlin and the Holy Grail these fragments might hold,” Dr Tether said.
Legend has it that Arthur was a king of Britain who defeated the Saxons and established a vast empire in the early 6th Century. The Saxons were a group of people who came from the area around modern Germany.
He is famed as the head of the kingdom Camelot and the Knights of the Round Table.
He and his soldiers went on various quests.
One such quest saw them hunt for a priceless* object known as the Holy Grail.
Arthur’s legend has been retold many times by Medieval writers through to modern film and TV adaptations.
The Holy Grail is the name given to either a cup or a plate or bowl said to have been used by Jesus Christ at the Last Supper, an important event in Christian religious stories. It is said to have given the person who eats or drinks from it magical powers, including eternal life and happiness.
In ancient stories, Arthur and his soldiers went on many quests to find the Holy Grail.
Some believe Arthur found the object and hid it somewhere around Britain.
- legendary: described in or based on ancient stories called legends
- parchment: old writing paper made out of animal skin
- medieval: from the time of the Middle Ages, about 1000 to 1543
- stirring: makes you feel emotion
- Old French: French language before 1400
- implications: the conclusions to make from something
- Arthurian: relating to King Arthur
- folklore: traditional stories and beliefs of a culture
- decipher: decode, understand
- priceless: so valuable you can’t put a price on it
- How many pieces of parchment were found?
- Where is the library where they were found?
- Who is Dr Leah Tether?
- Are the pieces in good condition?
- What magical powers is the Holy Grail supposed to give its owner?
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1. King Arthur’s quest
Now that you know a little about King Arthur, write an imaginative story about one of his quests to find the Holy Grail. Use information in the news story to give you ideas. When writing remember that King Arthur (if he actually existed) was around many hundreds of years ago — make sure your setting and style of writing reflects this.
Time: allow 45 minutes to complete this activity
Curriculum Links: English, History
Create a Medieval-looking cover for your story about King Arthur. Think about ways you can make your cover look old and authentic.
Time: allow 30 minutes to complete this activity
Curriculum Links: Visual Arts
There is a movie about to come out called The Boy Who Would Be King, based on the same concept of the original story. In the new movie, young Alex pulls the sword from the stone and he and his friends become knights, lead by Merlin to defeat Morgana, an evil sorceress.
Pretend you are Alex/Alexandra and you and your friends pull the sword from the stone. What adventure will you have with Merlin?
See if you can borrow some of the highly level vocabulary from the article as your wow words. Highlight them in yellow to show what you borrowed.
HAVE YOUR SAY: What ancient lost thing would you like to find? Why?
No one-word answers. Use full sentences to explain your thinking.


Shared Reading provides my class with an opportunity to gather at the carpet and share in the reading experience. Enlarged text is a must! We use Big Books (purchased or teacher created) and Charts (poems/songs/rhymes/chants). Many of our science and social studies standards are covered during our Shared Reading time. Our monthly Shared Reading routine generally follows the same pattern. The first half of the month, we enjoy reading the selections, discussing them, and generally familiarizing ourselves with them. During the second half the month, we take a closer look at each selection, and we add it to our poetry notebooks. The poems and songs below have been used with K and 1st students.


To the residents of the Village of Castleton-on-Hudson:
What was once a news story about a virus happening somewhere else, COVID-19 is now here in the capital region. I want to share with you what you can do to protect yourself and let you know what measures we have taken in the Village to help keep residents safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to the NYS Department of Health website, these simple steps can help stop the spread of this and other respiratory viruses:
-Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
-Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
-Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
-Stay home when you are sick.
-Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
-Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
The Governor announced as part of the “social distancing” COVID-19 mitigation strategy that occupancy levels allowed in public meeting spaces will be cut in half at 5:00 PM on Friday 3/13. This change effects the capacity for the indoor Farmer’s and Artisan’s Market that is held at the Fire House. It’s disappointing to me but out of an abundance of caution to reduce potential transmission we decided to cancel this event. You’ll find the Market at the corner of Scott and Main once the season begins again.
The most active public space managed by the Village is the Castleton Public Library (CPL) at the Village Hall. Melissa Tacke, the Director of the CPL, has instituted many safeguards and cleaning protocols to keep patrons and residents safe:
-CPL staff will disinfect commonly used hard surfaces twice daily.
-The library's interior front door will remain open during business hours to eliminate a common touch point.
-All toys have been temporarily removed from the children's area and will remain in storage until further notice.
-CPL's weekly Early Literacy Playtime is cancelled until further notice.
-Staff will look up patron accounts to minimize touching of physical library cards.
-Staff will clean and disinfect all hard surfaces before and after any library programs.
-Food/drinks served at library programs must be in pre-packaged, pre-portioned servings.
-All food preparation programs are cancelled until further notice.
-Library programs held in the Community Room will be limited to 8 or fewer participants at a time.
-Signage encouraging proper handwashing is posted in the restroom.
-Signage regarding general health practices is posted on the front door of the building.
-CPL will follow the guidance and actions of government (federal, state, county, town/village), local school districts, and the Upper Hudson Library System in determining whether any of the library's modes of operation shall be temporarily changed in response to health concerns.
Hope that this helps everyone understand the precautions we have taken. Stay safe!
Robert Schmidt, Mayor, Castleton-on-Hudson, NY


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CUMMING, GA– March o7-2016– We constantly hear news reports of a corporation being hacked and consumer data compromised. If you haven’t been a victim of identity theft, or even had your email account hacked, it’s likely that someone close to you has been affected by a breach in cybersecurity.
What can consumers do to protect themselves? What can businesses do to protect their customers? And what can government agencies do to protect themselves and their constituents?
To get answers to these vital questions, join the Forsyth County Public Library and the University of North Georgia for Cybersecurity, a special presentation in the Cottrell MBA Speaker Series, on Thursday, March 24 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming.
Dr. Bryson Payne will lead the presentation and is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and professor of computer science at the University of North Georgia. He teaches the Information Management portion of the Cottrell MBA program for second-year MBA students.
Payne has taught computer science at UNG since 1999 and served as the university’s chief information officers for six years. He was also the first department head of computer science and information systems at UNG and is the Director of the new Center for Cyber Operations Education. He has been featured in CIO Magazine, Campus Technology and The Wall Street Journal.
“There’s no one on our faculty with the specific training and experience that Dr. Payne has in this area,” says Dr. Jeremy Bennett, Director of the Cottrell MBA program.
“He lives and breathes technology and he’s excited about the ways we can use it responsibly to make our lives simpler and to make business functions more efficient. Plus, he’s so passionate about teaching, it’s just fun be in his classes.”
In addition to teaching classes on the University’s Dahlonega campus, Payne is also teaching two online courses with Udemy.com that contain a total of 8,425 students from 129 different countries. The courses are based on his recently published book, Teach Your Kids to Code: A parent-friendly guide to Python programming, and his new book, Learn Java like a Kid, due out later this year, both from No Starch Press. Teach Your Kids to Code was a #1 New Release and Top 10 Best Seller in three categories on Amazon and selected as a Top Pick in Computers at Barnes & Noble nationwide.
“Cybersecurity may seem like an intimidating topic, but Dr. Payne will focus his discussion on trending topics in data security and the practical steps we can take to protect ourselves from digital threats,” said Laura Bradley, Program Manager at the library.
After a break for the summer months, the Cottrell MBA Speaker Series will resume at the Post Road Library on Tuesday, September 13 at 7:00 p.m. with a presentation on Agile Marketing Planning from Nick Kastner, marketing manager and instructor of marketing. Dr. Wendy Walker, assistant professor of management, will wrap up the 2016 Cottrell MBA Speaker Series with a discussion on Transformational Leadership at the Post Road Library on Wednesday, November 2 at 7:00 p.m.
Admission to the fall Speaker Series events is also free and advance registration is already open on the library’s website.
The Cottrell MBA program recently relocated from the UNG campus on Pilgrim Mill Road to a renovated space on the fourth floor of Cumming City Hall. New MBA classes begin each fall and applications to the Cottrell MBA programs located in Cumming and Gainesville are being accepted now at www.ung.edu/mba.
For more information on the Cottrell MBA Speaker Series or to register to attend, please visit www.forsythpl.org.


Stakeholder Theory. The State of the Art
In 1984, R. Edward Freeman published his landmark book, Strategic Management: A Stakeholder Approach, a work that set the agenda for what we now call stakeholder theory. In the intervening years, the literature on stakeholder theory has become vast and diverse. This book examines this body of research and assesses its relevance for our understanding of modern business. Beginning with a discussion of the origins and development of stakeholder theory, it shows how this corpus of theory has influenced a variety of different fields, including strategic management, finance, accounting, management, marketing, law, health care, public policy, and environment. It also features in-depth discussions of two important areas that stakeholder theory has helped to shape and define: business ethics and corporate social responsibility. The book concludes by arguing that we should re-frame capitalism in the terms of stakeholder theory so that we come to see business as creating value for stakeholders.
This book offers a case-study approach to stakeholder theory that moves beyond theoretical analysis to the applied. As stakeholder theory has moved into the mainstream of management thinking in business ethics and a number of the management disciplines, there is an increasing need to explore the subtleties of stakeholder engagement via examples from practice. The case studies in this volume explore a number of aspects of the idea of stakeholder engagement, via the method of clinical case studies. Edited by leading scholars in the field of business ethics and stakeholder theory, this text affords a solid grounding in theory, brought to new levels of applied understanding of stakeholder engagement.
From the Preface by R. Edward Freeman, University Professor, Darden School of Business, University of Virginia:
This book is a terrific analysis of the issues and challenges of the modern
food and beverage industry. And, it breaks new theoretical ground in terms of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Stakeholder Theory (ST). However,
since the book is grounded in the practices of the industry it does not theorise at the expense of the real world. Rather it develops the ideas of CSR and ST in a reasonable way and shows how they can be understood through the industry.
Thus, we learn simultaneously about theory and practice. This book will repay a close reading in many practical and theoretical insights. It is a must read for all students of CSR and ST, and every executive in the food and beverage industry should gain the many insights that the author has developed.
Journal of Business Ethics (2017)
The paper considers two main cases of how the creative arts can inform a greater appreciation of human dignity. The first case explores a form of theater, Commedia dell’Arte that has deep roots in Italian culture. The second recounts a set of theater exercises done with very minimal direction or self-direction in executive education and MBA courses at the Darden School, University of Virginia, in the United States. In both cases we highlight how the creative arts can be important for promoting human dignity in organizations, and how they can lead to a more authentic conversation about values, ethics, and meaning.
by L. Sacconi, s. de Colle & E. Baldin
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Have you ever wondered about the legendary lost city of Atlantis and the captivating mysteries that surround it? Mentioned over 2,300 years ago by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, Atlantis is a mythical city steeped in intrigue and fascination.
According to Plato, Atlantis was a utopian island kingdom that mysteriously disappeared. Its exact location remains a tantalizing enigma, with theories placing it in the depths of the Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, near Spain and Morocco, or even hidden beneath the ice of Antarctica.
Described as a giant city larger than Libya and Asia combined, Atlantis was said to be constructed by Poseidon, the God of the Sea, as a gift to his mortal lover Cleito. The city boasted concentric walls, intricate canals, and a majestic statue of Poseidon himself.
What set Atlantis apart was its self-sufficiency and prosperity, attributed to the advanced technology and extraordinary powers possessed by its inhabitants. Some believe that Atlantis may have been inspired by actual events, such as a volcanic eruption on the island of Santorini or the existence of a mid-Atlantic continent that vanished.
However, others argue that Plato created the tale as a philosophical allegory, conveying deeper meanings and teachings. Nevertheless, the allure of Atlantis persists, continuing to stir debates and fuel speculation about its existence.
Join us as we embark on a journey to uncover the truth behind this ancient myth, exploring the fascinating theories, historical accuracy, and the enduring legacy of Atlantis. Discover the underwater wonders and unravel the mysteries that have captivated the imaginations of people for centuries.
The story of Atlantis begins with the writings of the renowned ancient Greek philosopher Plato, who introduced the world to this mythical utopia. According to Plato, Atlantis was a prosperous island kingdom that existed thousands of years ago but mysteriously vanished without a trace. It is believed to have been an ideal society, guided by advanced technology and extraordinary powers possessed by its inhabitants.
Plato's account of Atlantis has captivated the imagination of people for centuries, sparking debates and speculations about its existence. Some researchers suggest that Atlantis may have been inspired by real events, such as the volcanic eruption on the island of Santorini or the existence of a lost continent in the mid-Atlantic. However, others argue that Plato created the story as a philosophical allegory, using Atlantis to convey his ideas about the ideal society.
The description of Atlantis provided by Plato is rich in detail. He described the city as a magnificent metropolis, larger than Libya and Asia combined, built by the sea god Poseidon as a gift to his mortal lover Cleito. The city had concentric walls, canals, and a statue of Poseidon himself. Atlantis was known for its self-sufficiency and prosperity, with advanced technology and a society that thrived on the abundance of resources it possessed.
|The Myth of Atlantis
|Ancient Greek philosopher Plato
|Unknown, theories suggest Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, near Spain and Morocco, or under Antarctica
|Giant city larger than Libya and Asia combined, built by Poseidon with concentric walls, canals, and a statue of Poseidon
|Technology and Prosperity
|Self-sufficient society with advanced technology and extraordinary abilities possessed by its inhabitants
|Historical Accuracy or Philosophical Allegory?
|Debates regarding the actual existence of Atlantis or its creation as a philosophical concept by Plato
|Continuing fascination and influence in popular culture
The story of Atlantis, whether fact or fiction, continues to intrigue and fascinate people to this day. The search for its exact location and the quest to unravel its mysteries persist, with ongoing efforts in the field of underwater archaeology and the hope of future discoveries. Regardless of its historical accuracy, Atlantis remains a powerful symbol and a source of inspiration, offering valuable lessons and philosophical insights into the human quest for an ideal society.
Even after centuries of speculation, the exact whereabouts of Atlantis continue to elude us, with a range of theories proposing different potential locations. Was it located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, near Spain and Morocco, or perhaps hidden beneath the icy depths of Antarctica? The mystery surrounding Atlantis has sparked countless debates and captivated the imagination of researchers and enthusiasts alike.
One theory suggests that Atlantis was situated in the Atlantic Ocean, possibly between the continents of North America and Europe. This theory gained momentum due to Plato's description of Atlantis being beyond the "Pillars of Hercules," which many interpreted as the Strait of Gibraltar. Others believe that Atlantis could have been located in the Mediterranean Sea, in close proximity to ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Greece.
Some researchers propose that Atlantis existed near Spain and Morocco, pointing to similarities between Plato's descriptions and the Canary Islands or the submerged landmass known as the Madeira Abyssal Plain. Another intriguing theory suggests that Atlantis may have been concealed beneath the ice of Antarctica, with speculative evidence drawing connections between Antarctica and Atlantis.
With conflicting theories and limited physical evidence, the true location of Atlantis remains shrouded in mystery. The search for the lost city continues, driven by the fascination and curiosity of those who are captivated by this legendary tale. As our understanding of ancient history and technology advances, we may one day uncover the truth behind the myth of Atlantis and unravel its enigmatic location.
|Between North America and Europe, beyond the Pillars of Hercules.
|In close proximity to ancient civilizations like Egypt and Greece.
|Spain and Morocco
|Similarities between Plato's descriptions and the Canary Islands or the Madeira Abyssal Plain.
|Speculative connections between Antarctica and Atlantis.
According to Plato's account, Atlantis was a city of unparalleled scale and beauty, surpassing even the largest cities of ancient times. This mythical city was said to be larger than Libya and Asia combined, a testament to its grandeur and majesty. Built by Poseidon, the God of the Sea, Atlantis was a gift to his mortal lover Cleito. The city's architecture was truly remarkable, featuring concentric walls that protected its inner core.
The magnificence of Atlantis extended beyond its size and structure. Canals ran through the city, bringing life and prosperity to its inhabitants. The most striking feature was a colossal statue of Poseidon, a divine representation of the city's creator. It stood as a testament to the power and reverence bestowed upon Atlantis by its divine patron.
Atlantis was renowned for its self-sufficiency and advanced technology. Its inhabitants possessed extraordinary abilities that allowed them to thrive and prosper. The city's prosperity was not limited to material wealth, but also included moral and philosophical teachings that guided its civilization. Atlantis became a beacon of wisdom and enlightenment in the ancient world, a testament to the ingenuity and imagination of its people.
|Features of Atlantis
|Larger than Libya and Asia combined
|By Poseidon, the God of the Sea
|Concentric walls protecting the city
|Waterways running through the city
|Colossal statue of Poseidon
The remains of Atlantis, if they exist, lie hidden beneath the depths of the ocean, shrouded in mystery and speculation. The exact location of this mythical city remains unknown, with numerous theories suggesting possible sites in the Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, near Spain and Morocco, or even beneath Antarctica. While the search for Atlantis continues, its magnificence and allure continue to captivate the imaginations of dreamers and adventurers alike.
Atlantis was believed to be a thriving civilization, self-sustaining and prosperous thanks to its advanced technologies and the exceptional qualities of its people. The city was renowned for its ingenuity and innovative advancements, which set it apart from any other civilization of its time. The Atlanteans were said to possess knowledge and skills far beyond what was known to other ancient civilizations.
One of the remarkable technological achievements of Atlantis was its ability to harness and control the forces of nature. It is said that the Atlanteans could manipulate the elements, using advanced machinery and crystal power sources. This enabled them to achieve feats that were seemingly impossible at the time, such as harnessing renewable energy, controlling weather patterns, and even levitating objects.
In addition to their advanced technology, the Atlanteans were known for their exceptional qualities and skills. They were described as a highly intelligent and spiritually evolved society, valuing wisdom, harmony, and knowledge above all else. This emphasis on personal and collective growth contributed to their prosperity and allowed them to create a harmonious and self-sufficient society.
|The Atlanteans harnessed the energy of crystals to power their machines and devices, enabling them to achieve extraordinary feats.
|Through their advanced understanding of the natural forces, the Atlanteans could manipulate and control weather patterns, ensuring favorable conditions for their agriculture and daily life.
|Atlantis was known for its sustainable energy sources, utilizing renewable energy to power their city and reduce their dependence on finite resources.
|The Atlanteans had developed sophisticated transportation systems, including advanced ships and underwater tunnels, which facilitated trade and communication.
The combination of their advanced technologies and profound understanding of nature allowed the Atlanteans to create a prosperous and self-sufficient society. The city thrived economically, with an abundance of resources and a strong focus on sustainable living. They developed advanced farming techniques, efficient water management systems, and sustainable architecture.
While the existence of Atlantis remains a mystery, its legacy of advanced technology and prosperity continues to captivate the imagination. The story of Atlantis serves as a reminder of the incredible potential of human ingenuity and the significance of balance and harmony in creating a thriving civilization.
The question of whether Atlantis was a real place or a metaphorical creation by Plato has sparked ongoing debates among researchers and scholars. Some believe that Plato's account of the utopian island kingdom was based on actual events, such as the volcanic eruption on the island of Santorini or the existence of a mid-Atlantic continent that disappeared. These theories suggest that Atlantis was a real place that met a tragic fate.
On the other hand, there are those who argue that Atlantis was purely a philosophical allegory created by Plato to convey his theories and teachings. According to this perspective, Atlantis represents an ideal society that embodies Plato's vision of a perfect civilization. The story of Atlantis thus serves as a vehicle for exploring philosophical concepts and moral lessons.
While the debate between historical accuracy and philosophical allegory continues, the mystery and allure of Atlantis remain. The enduring fascination with this mythical city speaks to its cultural impact and the way it captures the imagination of people across generations. Whether Atlantis was a real place or a creation of Plato's imagination, its legacy endures as a symbol of human curiosity and the quest for lost wonders.
Over the years, researchers and enthusiasts have put forth numerous compelling theories and speculations to shed light on the enigmatic story of Atlantis. As the exact location of Atlantis remains unknown, several possibilities have been proposed. Some theories suggest that Atlantis could be situated in the vast Atlantic Ocean, while others speculate it could be hidden somewhere in the Mediterranean Sea, near the coasts of Spain and Morocco. Interestingly, there are even theories proposing Atlantis may lie beneath the icy depths of Antarctica.
Alongside location theories, there are also speculations regarding the magnificent city of Atlantis. Described by Plato as a giant city larger than Libya and Asia combined, Atlantis was said to have been built by the sea god Poseidon. It boasted impressive features such as concentric walls, canals, and a grand statue of Poseidon himself. These remarkable details have fueled further speculations about the advanced technology and extraordinary powers possessed by the inhabitants of Atlantis, contributing to its self-sufficiency and prosperity.
While some researchers believe that Atlantis may have been inspired by actual historical events, such as the volcanic eruption on the island of Santorini or the existence of a mid-Atlantic continent, others argue that Plato created the story as a philosophical allegory. These varying interpretations have added to the intrigue and mystery surrounding Atlantis, making it a subject of ongoing debate.
|Atlantis in the Atlantic Ocean
|Believed to be located in the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean.
|Atlantis in the Mediterranean Sea
|Speculated to be situated near the coasts of Spain and Morocco in the Mediterranean Sea.
|Atlantis beneath Antarctica
|Proposed to be hidden beneath the icy depths of Antarctica.
From movies to literature and art, the mythical city of Atlantis has left an indelible mark on popular culture, captivating audiences across different mediums.
One of the most famous adaptations of Atlantis in pop culture is Disney's animated film "Atlantis: The Lost Empire" released in 2001. The movie follows the adventure of a young cartographer who joins a team of explorers on a quest to find the lost city. The film's stunning visuals and engaging storyline introduced Atlantis to a new generation.
In literature, Atlantis has been a recurring theme, with numerous authors incorporating the legendary city into their works. One notable example is Jules Verne's "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea", where Captain Nemo reveals his origin as a prince from Atlantis. This literary connection further added to the intrigue and mystique surrounding Atlantis.
Artists have also drawn inspiration from the mythical city, creating captivating depictions of its grandeur and mystery. American painter Thomas Cole's series of paintings titled "The Course of Empire" features a dramatic scene titled "Desolation" that is believed to depict the fall of Atlantis. The artwork portrays the ruins of the city, evoking a sense of wonder and awe.
|"Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea"
|"Atlantis: The Lost Empire"
|"The Course of Empire: Desolation"
The enduring fascination with Atlantis in popular culture reflects its timeless appeal and the universal intrigue surrounding the mysteries of the past. Whether through movies, literature, or art, the story of Atlantis continues to capture the imagination, leaving a cultural legacy that endures to this day.
Scientists and explorers around the world continue their quest to unravel the mystery of Atlantis, utilizing advanced technologies and exploring uncharted territories. Cutting-edge underwater archaeology techniques, including sonar imaging and underwater drones, have been employed to search for potential traces of the lost city. Expeditions have ventured into the depths of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, meticulously mapping the seafloor in hopes of uncovering ancient ruins.
Recent discoveries have sparked excitement and renewed interest in the search for Atlantis. In one expedition near Morocco, an underwater structure resembling a canal system was found, hinting at the existence of a highly developed civilization. Another expedition off the coast of Spain uncovered artifacts that bear striking similarities to Plato's descriptions of the city.
The future of Atlantis exploration looks promising, with advancements in technology aiding in the search. Deep-sea submersibles equipped with state-of-the-art sensors and cameras are being developed to delve deeper into the ocean and capture high-resolution images. Additionally, advancements in DNA analysis may allow researchers to trace human migration patterns and potentially provide clues to the whereabouts of Atlantis. As our understanding of the planet's history deepens, the chances of unveiling the truth behind this ancient legend continue to rise.
|- Underwater structures resembling canals found near Morocco
|- Development of deep-sea submersibles with advanced imaging capabilities
|- Unearthed artifacts off the coast of Spain aligning with Plato's descriptions
|- DNA analysis to trace human migration patterns
The mystery of Atlantis remains a captivating enigma, and the ongoing efforts of scientists and explorers give hope that one day the truth behind this legendary city will be revealed. Each discovery brings us closer to unraveling the secrets buried beneath the ocean's depths, shedding light on ancient civilizations and potentially reshaping our understanding of history.
Beyond its mythical allure, the story of Atlantis holds valuable lessons and profound insights into human nature, society, and the pursuit of perfection. As we explore the enigmatic tale of this lost city, we are reminded of the importance of balance and harmony in our lives.
Furthermore, the city's advanced technology and self-sufficiency remind us of the potential of human ingenuity and the importance of innovation. The story of Atlantis challenges us to push the boundaries of what is possible and to strive for a better future.
By studying the myth of Atlantis, we can gain insights into our own lives and the world around us. It prompts us to consider the fragility of civilizations and the impermanence of greatness. The cautionary tale of Atlantis advises us to cherish what we have, protect our natural resources, and embrace sustainable practices.
While the existence of Atlantis remains a mystery, its enduring legacy lives on. It continues to inspire artists, writers, and thinkers, igniting our collective imagination and fueling our curiosity. The story of Atlantis serves as a reminder that sometimes the greatest lessons are found in the realms of myth and legend.
|Lessons from Atlantis:
|Balance and Harmony
|The consequences of hubris and greed
|Reflection on progress and tradition
|Humility and respect for the natural world
|The balance between materialism and spirituality
|Lessons for Today
|Cherishing what we have
|Sustainable practices and protecting resources
Though Atlantis may remain a mystery, its legacy lives on, inspiring imagination, curiosity, and a sense of wonder in generations of people worldwide. The mere mention of Atlantis evokes thoughts of a magnificent city, larger than Libya and Asia combined, built by the sea god Poseidon himself. Its concentric walls, canals, and a majestic statue of Poseidon are a testament to the grandeur of this mythical utopian kingdom.
Atlantis is not just a tale of a lost city; it is a symbol of self-sufficiency and prosperity, attributed to its advanced technology and extraordinary powers possessed by its inhabitants. This enduring myth has sparked numerous theories and speculations about its exact location, ranging from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea, near Spain and Morocco, or even beneath the icy depths of Antarctica.
While some researchers believe that Atlantis may have been inspired by real events, such as the volcanic eruption on the island of Santorini or the existence of a mid-Atlantic continent, others suggest that it was merely a creation of Plato's philosophical theories. Regardless of its origins, the allure of Atlantis continues to captivate the imagination, and its cultural impact can be seen in its frequent appearances in movies, literature, art, and various forms of media.
The mystery surrounding Atlantis remains unsolved, but ongoing efforts in the field of underwater archaeology and recent discoveries provide hope that one day we may unravel its secrets. As technology advances, the possibility of finding evidence of this mythical city grows, offering a glimmer of hope in our quest to understand the enigmatic past.


This summer, we conducted a sequence of in-depth interviews and contextual surveys with Flint residents and a handful of professional stakeholders in the area whom have been involved in recovery efforts. Through this process, we had the opportunity to learn, both broadly and in very nuanced ways, about people’s experiences living and working in Flint, navigating the water crisis, and engaging (or decidedly not) in state and local politics.
I took the picture below at the Amtrak station in Flint, on my way back to Chicago, in September. The baby blue paper sign reads: PLEASE DO NOT DRINK FROM THIS FOUNTAIN! THANK YOU! And scribbled under it by a shrewd visitor: FLINT WATER = SICKNESS! (sic). One wonders how many of these signs are up at various stores, restaurants, factories, and schools in Flint and beyond, with drinking stations – and how many should be.
Our data collection efforts took us to a variety of community gathering spaces, including Flint Public Library, the downtown MTA Bus Station, Flint Farmers’ Market, and the YMCA, allowing us to do some meaningful face-to-face engagement in places that Flint residents frequent. (We even got creative, doing some visits at a Pro Clean laundromat on the city’s northside). Below is a picture I took in June of the Flint River, looking north, on the edge of the University of Michigan-Flint campus after I conducted a set of interviews with residents.


I’ve decided to start posting any 5-star reviews of books that I’ve been reading lately, so here’s one that I finished a few weeks ago:
Unwind by Neal Shusterman
Description from Amazon:
“In America after the Second Civil War, the Pro-Choice and Pro-Life armies came to an agreement: The Bill of Life states that human life may not be touched from the moment of conception until a child reaches the age of thirteen. Between the ages of thirteen and eighteen, however, a parent may choose to retroactively get rid of a child through a process called “unwinding.” Unwinding ensures that the child’s life doesn’t “technically” end by transplanting all the organs in the child’s body to various recipients. Now a common and accepted practice in society, troublesome or unwanted teens are able to easily be unwound.
With breathtaking suspense, this book follows three teens who all become runaway Unwinds: Connor, a rebel whose parents have ordered his unwinding; Risa, a ward of the state who is to be unwound due to cost-cutting; and Lev, his parents’ tenth child whose unwinding has been planned since birth as a religious tithing. As their paths intersect and lives hang in the balance, Shusterman examines serious moral issues in a way that will keep readers turning the pages to see if Connor, Risa, and Lev avoid meeting their untimely ends.”
While I admit that I felt the writing left something to be desired, and that the concepts themselves asked the reader to stretch the imagination past the realm of the possible, this is the first book in a while that I read over the course of a single day, and then stuck with me for hours afterward.
I think one reason this story can have such an impact is because the main theme – abortion – is such a hotly-debated topic these days. The book does a fantastic job of pointing out how often laws and religious beliefs are invoked while completely and easily ignoring the people whose lives are impacted by them. The story also depicts the helplessness that many teens and children feel in their lives. The themes were ones that aren’t really talked about, but which should be.
I did find it difficult to get used to the first-person point of view from which the story was written, but that is more due to personal preference than the author’s abilities. I wanted a little more atmosphere here and there, and more descriptions in which we were shown rather than told what was going on, but overall I think this story was more about the characters and the themes rather than the setting, so that can be overlooked.
Read this is if you like getting lost in an idea, and don’t mind having your insides twisted a little bit. Read this if you aren’t sure what you think about certain social issues, but don’t expect to have an answer by the end. Overall, a thrilling ride through the not-quite-possible, and in the end you’ll be very glad for that fact.
Have you read this book? Know what I should read next? Let me know in the comments!
2 thoughts on “My Review of “Unwind” by Neal Shusterman”
Man but that is a scary concept. Without having read it, I’m not sure if I can ever see this solution being the ‘compromise’ to the abortion issue, but I’ll certainly give it a shotand find out how he wraps it up.
The concept isn’t really feasible, and you’ll find yourself very glad for that fact.


Upper Peninsula Michigan
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The Hiawatha National Forest encompasses 894,836-acre of National Forest in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The forest has over 100 miles of shoreline and is divided into two sections, the The Hiawatha National Forest contains six designated wilderness areas
Scenery Photo's and Video from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan:
The Upper Peninsula is the northern of the two major land masses that make up the U.S. State of Michigan.
The Upper Peninsula contains 29% of the land area of Michigan but just 3% of its total population. Residents are frequently called Yoopers and have a strong regional identity.
The first known inhabitants of the UP were tribes speaking Algonquian languages. Early tribes included the Menominee, Nocquet, and the Mishinimaki. The French were probably the first European to visit the peninsula.
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216 Original Photos compiled from my beach walks along I. B. - Imperial Beach is the most southern beach city in Southern California and the West Coast of the United States. It is in the South Bay area of San Diego County, 14.1 miles south of downtown San Diego and 5 miles northwest of downtown Tijuana, Mexico.
Founded in June 1887, the city takes its name from Imperial County, California, a desert climate 100 miles east. Farmers and land owners from the Imperial Valley came to the area in the late 1880s seeking cooler weather during summer months.
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122 Sunsets from Hawaii and California
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I have lived in California since the early 50s. My interest in Photography began in 1969 when I attended photography classes. I mostly shot 2 1/4 at the time and primarily Black & White.
After the mid-70s I began experimenting a bit with color slides. During this time I had 2 cameras, Yashica Mat-G then in I bought a hasselblad camera. Which I used until the early 80s.
During the 1970s I visited The Big Island of Hawaii twice and collected over 100 sunsets. I edited them down to the best. Plus many evening in California photographing some of the sunsets.
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Founded in 2013 by independent curators and designers Anna Planas and Pierre Hourquet, Temple ran at first as an experimental gallery space in Paris, presenting a new generation of French and international artists.
Temple is now a studio focused on curating exhibitions and designing books related to photography and mixed media, collaborating with a variety of international institutions and artists.
Recent projects include the exhibitions "The Hobbyist" at Fotomuseum Winterthur (2017) ; "Blank Paper, Stories of the Immediate Present" at Les Rencontres d’Arles 2017, the exhibition catalogue "Magnum Analog Recovery" (Le Bal, 2017) or the book, "Provoke" (Steidl, 2016).
A Companion to Federico Clavarino’s ‘The Castle’
21 x 14 cm
Published by Dalpine & Temple
on the occasion of the exhibition at Temple, Paris
During 2016 Temple and Dalpine have partnered to start a cycle of exhibitions that, taking a number of publications as a starting point, bring the works of various photographers to Temple Gallery.
A Companion to… is the series of publications that accompany each of the exhibitions with the aim of offering new perspectives on the works presented.
A Companion to Federico Clavarino’s ‘The Castle’ offers an insight into Clavarino’s work through images that were not included in the book or the exhibition, the author’s notebook, with drawings and drafts, and excerpts of texts by Franz Kafka, Peter Sloterdijk, Giorgio Agamben, Guy Debord and other writers and philosophers whose words have been an important creative source for the author.


Succeed in your data driven strategy in 9 steps
Jean Barrre, Nouamane Cherkaoui and Pejman Gohari published at Dunod The new horizon of digital transformation – 9 pillars for developing a Data Driven strategy.
Clearly, digital transformation remains a subject for publishers. After Pearson, Dunod is publishing a new book on the subject: The new horizon of digital transformation – 9 pillars for developing a Data Driven strategy. The three authors are recognized experts on the subject: Jean Barrère is a consultant; Nouamane Cherkaoui is Director of Transformation at BPCE IT Solutions after a long career in numerous banking establishments; and, finally, Pejman Gohari is chief data & analytics officer at Bpifrance. Once again, this book aims to reconcile what all companies pride themselves on (their digital transformation) with reality (which is much less brilliant today).
Quite classically, the book begins with an assessment of the current situation in many companies. “Stakes and pathologies of data-driven transformations” aims to take stock of the real situation, its shortcomings and the blockages that prevent the desired evolution. The heart of the book is of course made up of a section entitled “The 9 pillars of data-driven organizations”. There, we really get into the how to carry out the famous transformation in nine steps or thanks to nine principles. Finally, a part is devoted to a very pragmatic and concrete vision of transformation, “Transformation into action(s)”.
The book does not escape some commonplaces on Apple, Uber, AI, etc. and franglish haters will have a few cold sweats. But it is clear that remembering what digital transformation is, in 2022, is not a luxury. The text of the book is very structured and allows you to move easily from one point to another according to your needs at the time. The examples, throughout the text or in dedicated boxes, are very numerous and allow us to see how the principles explained throughout the book have already been put into practice. Always very clear in their explanations, the authors take care – and this is undoubtedly their greatest added value – to point out the pitfalls and how to avoid them. Showing the will for a digital transformation, wanting a real digital transformation and succeeding in your digital transformation are three different things. Many are still in the first stage and will therefore have good use of this book.


The journal is indexed in major academic hosting services, such as Columbia International Affairs Online, ProQuest, Hein Online, Thomson Gale, and the Public Affairs Information Service. The articles are regularly excerpted by the Chronicle of Higher Education and PricewaterhouseCoopers’ Executive Digest and are frequently used in educational institutions across the United States, including Georgetown, Harvard, Princeton, and the National Defense University.
The Georgetown Journal of International Affairs also regularly publishes expert commentary and analysis on a wide variety of policy-related topics on its website. Online articles are typically shorter than their Print counterparts, though they combine the Journal’s trademark depth of insight and analysis with an awareness of current events, movements, and global trends. GJIA editors directly solicit articles from academics and practitioners, both from Georgetown University and worldwide.
The Georgetown Journal of International Affairs for me has not only been a family at Georgetown, it’s also been a vibrant community where I’m really able to meaningfully engage with a variety of IR issues. ~Steven Vo, Former Executive Director (21-22)
A New Digital Edition
In 2011, the Journal began posting online articles to address pressing issues of international affairs. GJIA’s online edition began with several undergraduate and graduate students publishing analytical essays based on current political, economic, or social world affairs.
As the Journal began to gain traction, GJIA transformed its online edition to publish policy-orientated analyses by academics, scholars and professionals from around the world. By 2019, the online edition was redesigned and moved over to the Walsh School of Foreign Service’s web design. A current project is underway to transfer over 900 articles to the new website.


The prestigious Springer publishing house published at the end of 2023 two large volumes on the history of Romanian technology and industry. Through a platform with excellent visibility and reputation, the book gives a global audience access to the most comprehensive synthesis of the achievements of Romanian engineering and industry. Specifically, we are talking about the English version of the “History of Romanian Technology and Industry” coordinated by Dorel Banabic and published by the Romanian Academy Publishing House in 2019 (volume 1 – in RO) and 2020 (volume 2 – in RO).
Dorel Banabic notes in the introduction to the English version that historians, industrialists, engineers, and sociologists have all studied the history of technology in Romania in the past. However, there are only a few examples when a multidisciplinary perspective is taken. The book published in two volumes by Springer – Volume 1 “Mechanics, Processing Techniques and Construction” and Volume 2 “Electrical Engineering, Energetics, Transport and Technology Education” – proposes this approach and divides “the field of technology into multiple industrial branches, such as mining, metallurgy, oil, natural gas, machine building, agricultural machinery, military, textiles, construction, electrical engineering, energetics, biomedicine, naval transport, railway, automotive, and aviation, but also folk technology, the forming of the industrial system, mechanics, inventions, technological societies, or the history of technological education”. More than 50 authors have contributed to this work, which aims above all to respond to a problem: the history of Romanian technology is scarcely known outside the borders of Romania. “This is due, among other reasons, to the insufficient popularisation in widely spoken languages of the history of Romanian technology and the main Romanian contributions to the world’s technological heritage”, Dorel Banabic notes. “For each field, we engaged the collaboration of top specialists or authors who have already published a history of their field. Certain chapters were drafted with the aid of specialists who have played the role of policymakers in the elaboration of development strategies for Romania and who are familiar not only with the facts and the history of their field but also with the ‘philosophy’ behind its development. Such is the case of the chapters on the history of machine building, the history of electrical engineering, the history of energetics, and the history of oil. Making the most of these ‘living archives’ adds to the quality of the present book”, writes the editor of the “History… “.
The central aim of the work is „to contribute to promoting the valuable achievements of Romanian technology both at home and abroad (through its English edition)”, concludes Dorel Banabic.
Energy occupies an important space in the first volume, with extensive chapters dedicated to mining (author: Dumitru Fodor), metallurgy (Iulian Ripoșan, Stelian Stan), oil industry (Gheorghe Buliga), natural gas industry (Dumitru Chisăliță). The second volume opens with a chapter dedicated to the history of energetics (Victor Vaida, Viorel Bădescu), and unfortunately does not include the history of electrical engineering (Florin Tănăsescu, Ion Boldea), from the Romanian edition. It ends with a text signed by coordinator Dorel Banabic and dedicated to the outstanding personalities of Romanian engineering — 70 names not to be forgotten. The introduction to the English edition also includes some solutions for increasing the visibility of Romanian technological achievements, such as: „publishing a history of Romanian technology and industry on the website of the Romanian Academy and on that of the Academy of Technical Sciences of Romania; having Romanian specialists participate more frequently in conferences on the history of technology; introducing information on Romanian engineers into the English version of Wikipedia”.
The release of the English version of Dorel Banabic’s work also has the advantage of drawing Romanians’ attention to notable figures and accomplishments in their country’s history of technology and industry.


NEWS: North Hykeham Heritage Trail Guide published
A heritage trail for North Hykeham has been published this month as part of the Ridges & Furrows Heritage project.
The North Hykeham Heritage Trail, written by Ridges & Furrows historian Dave Reeves, describes a circular route around North Hykeham starting at One NK/ Terry O’ Toole Theatre, and providing interesting facts and historical information about the town.
The trail guide is the culmination of the Ridges & Furrows Heritage Trail project in the town, which began with a residency with writer Hannah Nicklin in 2015. Hannah produced a piece of listening theatre inspired by North Hykeham, designed to be listened to on the Village Green.
Following this, in autumn/winter 2016, artsNK and Terry O’Toole Theatre worked with schools and communities in the town to research its heritage, following its story from old village to new town through the themes of earth water, wind and fire. The end result of this project was a celebratory event ‘The Winter Haecca’ which took place on the Village Green in December 2016.
The new trail guide is available from various locations in North Hykeham, including the Town Council offices, North Hykeham library, and One NK centre. Follow this link to download a pdf of the Hykeham Trail Guide.


The Munchy Trunks: Your First Eat Along Book
Welcome to the world’s first Eat Along Book, “The Munchy Trunks”, co-written by Frankie Bridge and Ella’s Kitchen, made just for little ones from 6 months exploring new, yummy finger foods on their weaning adventure! Encourage little fingers to play and learn developing their hand-eye coordination, whilst having lots of tasty fun as you read along together. "The Munchy Trunks” also includes some helpful little icons throughout the book to show you the different grips and grabs to practice as your little one grows!
Our little book does good too!
100% proceeds of the physical book, and 35% of each eBook sale, will go to registered UK charity, Flavour School, whose mission is to promote sensory food education to help children develop happy and healthy relationships with food.
*We unfortunately cannot offer a refund on the book (£2.50) due to it being a charitable donation.
NOTE: Little ones should be supervised at all times whilst handling ‘The Munchy Trunks: Your first Eat Along Book’.


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Is this an attempt at senryu? Haiku?
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Poetry Collection: Perhaps Here
This collection of poetry was written over nearly thirty years. While at least one of the poems was written as an experiment to see if I could “poetise” at will, most were a way to express a moment of high emotion or a profound impression or observation that I didn’t know how else to process. There are 21 poems in the book, each with a very simple original illustration. The book is pocket size (a little bigger than A6 at about 11x18cm) with 46 pages.


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With the African music fraternity having been cemented over time, one can never notice how some legends leave behind a very huge gap, which is still harder to fill. ArtsGlo pays tribute to musician Miriam Makeba, whose trail is a an outstanding one.
Miriam Makeba was the first South African musician to become an international star; singing in several African dialects as well as English.
Makeba was a gifted singer and a charismatic performer whose nightclub and concert engagements made her a global sensation in the 1950s.
However, Makeba’s determination to speak out against South Africa’s apartheid regime forced her to leave her homeland, and she relocated to New York City in 1959.
Makeba stayed busy as a performer and activist, and she was championed by friend and confidante Harry Belafonte, but when she married Stokely Carmichael, one of the outspoken leaders of the Black Panther Party, in 1968, her career in America slowed to a standstill, and in time Makeba and Carmichael settled in Guinea, where they were welcomed warmly.
Makeba continued to speak out for South African freedom, and when apartheid was revoked and Nelson Mandela became South Africa’s president, Makeba returned home, where she became a mentor to a new generation of artists and singers.
Filmmaker Mika Kaurismaki celebrates the life and music of Miriam Makeba in the documentary Mama Africa, which combines archival material with interviews featuring Makeba’s friends and colleagues, including Hugh Masekela and Angelique Kidjo.