Moss Jacobs Presents in association with Another Planet Entertainment and Ragga Muffins Productions:

 

The Annual Ragga Muffins Festival on February 20, 2010 in Oakland, CA at the Fox Theater at 6pm  - all ages

 

Purchase advance tickets here or get them at the box office on the day of the show

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Doors open 12:00 PM - Show starts at 1:00 PM

Purchase advance tickets here or get them at the box office on the day of the show starting at 11am

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jeff "BIGGA" Woodworth, of "Big Up! Promotions" & RAW#42 passed peacefully on Thursday, February 11, 2010, in Sacramento, California.  An informal celebration of his life is scheduled for Saturday, February 27, 2010 @2:00PM at Harlow's; 2708 J Street; Sacramento, CA.

 

His wife Belle and the entire family would like friends of Bigga to join them to celebrate Bigga's life.

 

Additionally,  his family is tentatively planning a one-day Reggae concert livicated to him (possibly on Saturday, May 1, 2010) - details to follow.

 

For more information contact  BELLE "SISTER FLASH"
BIG UP! PROMOTIONS
(916) 478-1184

 

 

 

..... One day at a time, ya know. Well, it's just sad. That's all. The whole "Reggae" aspect of our business is rooted in "Bigga" and "Big Up Promotions". We are trully indebted to he and Belle. So let's big up Bigga!   Big up! Big up! Big up!                               

-Develle

 

 

....Was given this sad news yesterday that a legend in the reggae industry Jeff "Bigga" Woodworth passed away this weekend in Sacramento of a heart attack. Long time promoter, friend, family of all the Northern Ca. reggae scene for many years. He brought many artists to Cali in the late 70s thru the 80's and into the early 90's. He has worked with every major reggae act in those years and was respected throughout the world and worked with and mentored many in the reggae scene.
I knew Bigga for many years - after his baseball career- as we both worked in the school system and loved Reggae music.

 

He brought many reggae artists that never came to Cali till he got them here, and he worked with all the major fests and venues in No. Cal. He was known in JA and Cali and was loved by all and he will be remembered always....

Jah rest his soul
One Love
-Al

 

...Really sad,  I don't think there was anything bad anyone could say about him.
Just really nice memories of Bigga and Belle.

-Tullah

 

One of my my favorite memory of Bigga was his annual early-morning calls to me on my birthday - and I mean early! He wanted to be the first one to wish me Happy Birthday each year.

-Kaati

...The question caught Philip by surprised. "So you want to know about the Maroons?" Philip asked, glancing up at Maria. Philip paused for a moment, trying to decide where to began. He then sat on the side of the bed.

            "The Maroons are descendents of African slaves from a long time ago. They freed themselves from the British during the 1600’s. They were extremely cunning people, fleeing into the hills of the Cockpit Country. They were able to maintain their freedom by learning how to navigate the trackless Cockpit Country. They also learned how to live off the land. The British tried to bring them back, but the Maroons camouflaged themselves with leaves, blending in with the surrounding forest.”

            "Wow," Drew said, marveling at what he was hearing. "Am I a Maroon?"

 

            "By blood, you are. We are direct descendant of the Maroons."

 

            "What does Maroon mean?"

 

            "Maroons comes from the Spanish word ‘cimarrones,'which means savage.”

 

            "Are they really savage?"

 

            Philip shook his head. "I would never call someone fighting for their freedom, savage. The Maroons are free-spirited, but very determined to protect their freedom."

            "Are they ....?"

 

            Maria quickly interrupted the conversation. "That’s enough for tonight," she told Drew.

 

"You need your rest, now. We’ve got a long journey ahead of us."

 

            "Listen to your mother," Philip added. "I’ll tell you more about the Maroons tomorrow."

 

            "Promise?" Drew asked.

 

            "Promise," Philip said, smiling as he kissed his son goodnight.

 

            Maria smiled down at Drew as she brushed a strand of hair from his face. She gently kissed him goodnight. "You have sweet dreams," she said softly before taking her husband's hand.

            Together, they left the room, turning the lights out behind them.

 

New York, NY - St. Lucian recording artist Taj Weekes and his band Adowa sign with legendary booking agency Fast Lane International to coordinate touring throughout North, South and Central America and the Caribbean.

 

Fast Lane enjoys an international reputation as a provider of high-level entertainment for clubs, concerts, festivals, colleges and universities throughout the world.  

 

Representing premier Reggae, Ska, Caribbean, African and Alternative artists, Fast Lane's clients include Culture featuring Kenyatta Hill, King Chango, Eric Donaldson, Glen Washington, David Kirton, The Abyssinians and new additions Pato Banton, Roots Revealers and The Big Takeover Band.

 

Fast Lane had the privilege of representing Joseph Hill of Culture and Lucky Dube for many years prior to their untimely deaths.    

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THE INGREDIENTS:

 

2 tablespoons canola oil

1 small onion, finely chopped
1-1/2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger
2 cups long grain white rice, such as jasmine
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 Scotch bonnet or Habanero Chile, seeded
One 14-ounce can unsweetened coconut milk
1-1/2 cups water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 scallions, thinly sliced

 

THE DIRECTIONS:
In a large saucepan, heat the oil.
Add the onion and ginger and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the rice and cook, stirring, until coated with the oil.
Stir in the kidney beans and Scotch bonnet, then stir in the coconut milk and water.
Season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
Cover and cook over low heat until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 18 minutes.
Remove the rice from the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff with a fork. Stir in the scallions and season with salt and black pepper. Discard the Scotch bonnet and serve.

 

CHEF NOTES: MAKE AHEAD
The rice and peas can be refrigerated overnight.
TRY TO buy from companies that are Eco friendly and fair trade.

 

 

The 2010 Reggae Festival Guide magazine is now accepting space reservations for your ad.

 

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 Our rates haven’t raised from last year and our circulation remains an amazing 100,000 free copies distributed throughout U.S. and Canada each spring via festivals, music stores, concerts, Rasta and head shops, touring bands, etc.

 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:  Annette Fitterer
651-338-7769
annettejamaica@hotmail.com

 

Contact: Katie Knutson
763-439-4773
weissknutson@comcast.net

 

Annette Fitterer of Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery invites you to the 3rd Annual Jamaican Fundraiser
Fort Williams Pre-School in Fort Williams, Jamaica

 

MINNEAPOLIS, MN:   If education is the key to the future of our youth, you hold the key to the possibilities.  The 3rd Annual Jamaican Fundraiser returns to raise funds for the Fort Williams Pre-School Project, based in Fort Williams, Jamaica, on Saturday, February 27th, 1-5 p.m. at Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery.  Tickets are $20, prior to event and  $25 at the door.  The fundraiser’s grand prize will be a four-night stay at Donaldson’s Resort in Negril, Jamaica.  All who purchase an event ticket will gain admission, receive free beer and will be entered-to-win the grand prize. No need to be present to win.

 

The funds will assist in the final stages of the electrical work started back in 2009 as well as contribute to the exterior refurbishing of the pre-school.  From electricity to a beautiful school, the Fort Williams pre-school continues to grow as a focal point in the community and a suitable learning environment for the future of its children.  

 

A trip taken in 1995, Minnesotan Annette Fitterer was inspired and motivated to do something in a location that she found was her ‘home away from home.’

 

“Jamaica was at first just a simple vacation destination to me.  I had a very humbling experience that made me take a look at my life and how grateful I should be.  I had the opportunity to experience the culture, meet people who have become my dear friends and my family,” said Fitterer.  I was introduced to a pre-school teacher of 34 years, Ms. Loretta Samms and it changed my life.  Then she introduced me to the many children that she taught.  “I could see what was needed by looking at those children’s faces.  

 

They loved their teacher and they loved to learn.  What could I do for this school and these children so that the only worries would be getting to class and learning.”  Fitterer has dedicated her life to making sure that not only Fort Williams Pre-School receives the necessary means to provide the ideal learning environment, but to continue to help other schools in years to come.  

 

For 2010, plans are in the works to finish the electrical project that was started in 2009.  After electricity has been solidified, refurbishment of the exterior will begin.  Materials, tools and workmanship will be needed to complete this goal.  All the money goes directly to the project to make a suitable environment for these children to attend school.

 

EVENT INFO:
Date: Saturday, February 27th, 2010
Time: 1-5 p.m.
Location:  Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery - 800 LaSalle Plaza - Minneapolis, MN  55402
Ticket Info:  Tickets - $20 prior to event; $25.00 at the door
Purchase tickets directly through Annette Fitterer at Rock Bottom Brewery at 612-332-7350
Check out our FACEBOOK page:  annettesjamaicafundraiser
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Mission Statement
“Education is the Key”
We are committed to education and nurturing the potential of all children.  We accomplish this by providing a stimulating, creative and safe environment for children to learn and grow; and provide learning materials and tools to optimize the learning experience.

Everything is now in place for the  start of the Reggae Film Festival 2010 to be held at the Hilton Kingston Hotel with a Gala Opening Ceremony on Wednesday, February 24 of the music documentary RUFFN' TUFF: FOUNDERS OF THE IMMORTAL RIDDIM featuring Lynn Taitt, Lloyd Parks, Gladstone 'Gladdy' Anderson, Leroy Sibbles, Bob Andy, Gregory Isaacs and many more.  Films will be screened each night in the Hilton Hotel Ballroom Cinema, and during the day in the Jonkanoo Lounge where the After Parties will be held each night.

 

Guest Speaker at the Opening Ceremony will be Beverly Anderson-Manley, whose film acting career included a special role in “The Harder They Come” and a long professional relationship with Director Perry Henzell.  The 6-day event starts on Monday February 22 with a Make A Film In 24 Hours competition, moderated by leading film and TV producer/director Rick (“Me and Mi Krew”) Elgood.  Several entries have been received from young Jamaican film makers trying for prizes from SuperPlus and Breezes Runaway Bay Hotel.

 

Among the special film premieres in Reggae Film Festival 2010 are two filmed-in-Jamaica features from the USA including the World Premiere of “A DANCE FOR GRACE” about a  US school dance team who fly to Jamaica to learn authentic dancehall steps for a competition to raise funds for a sick teacher.  The festival is also pleased to screen the first Jamaican showing of  'WAH DO DEM', winner of the Los Angeles Film Festival Best Narrative Feature award, which tells the amusing story of a young man who gets off a cruise ship in Ocho Rios, misses its departure and has to find his way to the US Embassy in Kingston for help. Both films feature Jamaica's beauty and the generous spirit of the Jamaican people.

 

This year the Reggae Film Festival is proud to showcase 10 films by Jamaican-based film makers in the New Jamaican Cinema programme.  These include 'NOT TO ME'. the first feature film by noted videographer Ras Kassa, the gritty inner-city feature films CONCRETE JUNGLE, KINGSTON 12 by Kurt Fuller and 9 DAYS TO LIVE by Allan 'Endless' Tennant; as well as documentaries THE PSYCHOLOGY OF DANCEHALL MUSIC by Reginald Campbell, the Kimala Bennett documentary COMBING THROUGH THE ROOTS OF BLACK HAIR and Peter Dean Rickards report on THE LAST DON.

 

The international film community continues to document Jamaica's music culture with loving insight. This year's entries include rare footage of Lee Scratch Perry in the International Premiere of 'ICH SENDE AUS DEM ALL (I Am Transmitting From the Universe')  by Producer/Director:Peter Braatz of Germany. The Reggae Film Festival is also honoured with the World Premiere of REGGAE IN THE RUFF -- a series of interviews, live performances and reasonings with Rasta musicians about the essence of reggae and what it means to those who create it, made by Discovery Channel director Don'McConnell.  UNSUNG by Pepe Urquito features R.C. Tomlinson – one of Reggae's unsung heroes, while the adventure documentary ll MILES TO PARADISE with a reggae soundtrack, is the Reggae Film Festival's first entry from Hawaii.

 

Of special interest is the ground-breaking animated film KINA SKY by Jamaican/Swiss film maker Coretta Singer which was selected Top Ten in the 2009 Nickelodeon TV competition. The Jamaican Diaspora is represented in CRUNCH, a feature film  made in England by Jamaican/British film maker Wayne G. Saunders, the story of a young, new immigrant. 

 

The Reggae Film Festival showcases 6 films about Rastafari in the Red, Gold and Green Screen programme on Saturday Feb 27, including DESTINATION JAMAICA whose director Jungle George is attending his 3^rd Reggae Film Festival.  Students from 5 Kingston schools will attend the Children's Films Programme on Friday Feb 26, that includes the documentary BUSCON from Argentina about baseball scouts recruiting talented children of Jamaican parentage; UNDER MY GARDEN from Italy  - winner of the Spike Lee Babelgum Festival 2009, and the Jamaican feature KIDS PARADISE – SHASTA RUNS AWAY starring Storm, Nile and Shasta Saulter, Elise Kelly, Judy Mowatt and Makonnen Blake Hanna.

 

At a Seminar moderated by UWI lecturer Dr. Michael Barnett, panelists Marcia Forbes, Ras Kassa, Coretta Singer, Sandra-Rose Guisine and Kurt Fuller will discuss the Jamaican Film industry and its development needs.  The Reggae Film Festival will close on Saturday,  February 27 with the presentation of Awards in several categories and the induction of a new Pioneer Member of the Jamaica Film Academy.

 

The Reggae Film Festival 2010 is presented by the Jamaica Film Academy in association with the HILTON KINGSTON Hotel.  The event has been organized by a Planning Committee chaired by Barbara Blake Hannah, including Mikey Barnett, Lloyd Laing, Dr. Michael Barnett, and Lesley-Ann Welsh, with sponsorship from IRIE-FM, PHASE 3, Stanley Motta Rentals, Breezes Runaway Bay, SuperPlus Stores, Caribbean Producers Ltd., Blackwell Rums and Jamaica Media Productions. 

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High School Benefit Fundraiser!
Saturday, March 6
Grant High School -1400 Grand Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95838
2pm to 9pm
Pato Banton, Doublelion, Malika Madremana
Grant High School Drum line, and many more!
Tickets 10.00 presale at www.brownpapertickets.com

$15.00 at the door.
Proceeds for High School Fund and to Haiti Carma Foundation
916-607-6995 or 530-574-7637

Hasoevents@ATT.net

 

 

For Immediate Release:

 

PACERS FOR PEACE MUSIC FESTIVAL BENEFITS GRANT HIGH SCHOOL IN SACRAMENTO ON SATURDAY, MARCH 6 WITH AN ALL-AGES REGGAE DANCE FEATURING PATO BANTON, ETHNIC DANCERS, DRUM TROUPES AND MUCH MORE!

HASO Live, Doublelion and Grant High School in Sacramento are hosting the very first high school benefit to raise funds for low-income senior class students. This is not your average cake sale fundraiser, rather this is a world-class reggae dance party that is open to students and to the public.

 

The event is on Saturday, March 6 at Grant High School, 1400 Grand Avenue in Sacramento from 2pm – 9pm. More than a dozen bands and ethnic dance and drum troupes will be performing and tickets are only $10 in advance and $15 at the door.

 

Organizer, Denise Carter of HASO Live says, “This fundraiser is the beginning of a new fund. The proceeds will be helping the Senior Class at Grant High School to afford caps gowns, announcement, senior trips and what ever is needed to help these kids to graduate.

 

A lot of kids are deciding to not graduate because their families cannot afford the expenses. Senior year is on the most expensive years in high school; so to stop the kids from dropping out or opting to just get a GED; HASO Live in collaboration with Doublelion Band and Grant High School, are working together to make a change in the graduation rate.

 

We are hoping that this is the beginning of great things to come and we want to influence other schools to do the same. Don’t look for our government for hand- outs. Let us, if we have the ability to raise the money and direct the money appropriately ourselves. For if our children don’t succeed, all we have to blame is ourselves.”

 

Artist are coming forward in droves to see this fundraiser be successful including legendary reggae artist from the U.K,  Pato Banton, Doublelion, Malika Madremana, Feyvva Punkette, Simple Creation, Rudemon, Ralph Gordon, Even, Steven (Comedian), Soulifted, Soulcialites, Umoja Production (West African Drum troop), Red Velvet Kiss, Grant High Ukeleli trio, Break Dancers, Aztec Dancer, Hmong performers, Polynesian dancers and many more...

 

Food Vendors and Merchandise Vendors will be on site to complete the festival atmosphere. Booth space is available for ($25.00 for merchandise: $50.00 for food).

 

The students are donating a percentage of the total proceeds to the  carmafoundation.org - a Haiti Relief fund.

 

This is a non-profit show....100% of the proceeds go into these two funds.

 

For more information contact 916-607-6995 or 530-574-7637 or reach Denise Carter at Hasoevents@ATT.net

Back in June 2009 I received an email from Daniel Frankston about Mark Wonderand the completion of a very successful U. S. West Coast tour. It was refreshing to hear all the positive things being reported on Mark for the 8 shows he did on the West Coast.

 

Daniel wrote a wonderfully inspiring piece on his coming and goings. The unique factor was that he took time out of his busy tour schedule to actually do a FREE benefit concert. Now that is dedication!

 

Who would not love this Rasta man? He personifies what he believes in; the message in reggae music being -Love, Peace and Unity - which lays rest for sure at his feet. What can I say about Mark Wonder? He has proven over and over again throughout the years; that he is indeed Reggae's eight wonder of the world. With all the negativity we hear coming out of some of the reggae camps these days.

 

We can honestly say; with Mark Wonder keeping his camp clean and magnifying emphasis on the ways of the most high; Mark Wonder puts the "P" in positively conscious Reggae sounds. I met Mark back in 2007 at the height of a very emotional time. I found him, to not only be one of the most marvelous inspiring spiritual voices out there, but an amazing person as well. He is one of the few that lives what he sings. When he sings you can feel it in every way, that he is living in the positive. I

 

t is not hard to be drawn to his loving kindness and the sweet sounds of his voice. What he gives to the fans on stage, he is the same person off. His genuine beam of positive light reflects in whom he really is; inviting all fans personally welcome to know Mark. Mark manifest very special qualities: he's real and untainted by the world. It is not everyday that you come across an artist with the passion in the music that he possesses. Just to reflect on his song "We shall over Come" he sings with an uplifting conviction. That no matter what the ills of the world may be; we shall overcome. It's apparent in the words of the song that the purpose for the lyrics is for the healing.

 

In his song "Where do we go?" Mark sings where do we go from here? Where do we go right now? When the cry is everywhere, the poor man is in despair, trying to get his share. The cry is everywhere". He goes on to say that his heart cries out, but from his eyes not a single tear. This True Kingston Rastaman is lyrically deep! Mark goes on to say simply "his name is Mark and he can take you through the dark". He is deep, he is humble, and he is strength; without a doubt a Kingston Rasta warrior spiritually refreshing! Hence the 8th wonder of reggae! You might wonder if the number 7 is the spiritual complete number.

 

Why would I refer to Mark Wonder as the 8th Wonder. Mark as a person is the 8th wonder to me (smile). He completes the Reggae spiritual circle in many a way. He's very talented, very humble and put the most high standards first in all that he does; a true and wonderful reflection. He is truly the bright spiritual light Reggae has been in need of for the last couple months. I have watched in the media recently, my brothers hammered down. Jamaican reggae as we know it; has taken hit after hit in the past months, it's truly distressing. I was asked just the other day whilst doing an anniversary special, interview regarding Mikey Dread's 2nd year anniversary passing.

 

How I felt about several different situations involving Rasta's and Reggae. As I told the interviewer I can't speak for situations I have not come to know of personally. I can however speak of a few Artists I have no doubt of their sincerity for conscious reggae. The first person name who came to my mind, without a doubt or hesitation was the Kingstonian - Mark Wonder, followed by Montego Bay's - Mackie Conscious and Trelawney's - Tony Culture. There are many, many other conscious Reggae artists out there in Jamaica and abroad; however I was reflecting on some that I know in my personal life to be of high integrity. (Smile).

 

I find it refreshing to be able to write about an Artist, that is trying his best to keep the positive vibes; in light of what we see going on around us. That someone is Mark Wonder, I have come to know Mark very well and I see he lets nothing and no one gets in his way to produce music that is uplifting to the soul. He is not a Rasta man with a pocket full of money, yet what he has to offer to any audience is the true authentic, hard warming sounds of pure Jamaica Conscious and Sweet Reggae.

 

That in itself is worth its weight better than gold or silver. It is a joy and pleasure to be in acquaintance of a true reflection of what Jamaican Reggae music encompasses by way of the 8th wonder of the world - Mark Wonder who continue to wow the crowds and amaze new comers alike with his Conscious Reggae beam shining ever so bright!. With that said: Mark Wonder is gearing up for a three month tour of Europe which will be commencing on March 6, 2010.

 

The itinerary is still being put together as well as other mitigating factors. If you are longing for the real thing, I encourage you all to go out and catch Mark Wonder in concert and see for yourselves what the 8th wonder of reggae is all about! Keep the link of Mark Wonder's tour update, sample his music and video and complete

 

BIO: www.myspace.com/markwonder1 Press links: http://www.consciousparty.com/archivesingersV2MarkWonder.htm http://www.reggae-reviews.com/markwonder.html Official site: http://www.markwonder.com/

 

Video: we shall come - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umvjokkVBDE

 

The Canadian reggae musical, Soundclash will be staged at the International ReggaeConference on February 20th, 2010 at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus. 

 

The reggae musical will feature a cast of talented and professional actors from Jamaica. The play is an expose of Caribbean life in Canada, particularly in Toronto. 

 

The story follows the life of an innocent Jamaican man framed for a crime he didn't commit.  Upon his release from incarceration he sojourns into the dancehall culture to find the individual who committed the crime and clear his name only to find love, lies and deception. 

 

This story unfolds in a series of flashbacks dating from the '70's to the present, utilizing the music of Jamaica - ska, rock steady, Nyah Binghi drums and reggae.

 

Written and directed by veteran playwright, Masani Montague, BA(Hons), MES the reggae musical is based on characters from her novel, Dread Culture, published in 1994 by Sister Vision Press: Black Women and Women of Colour press.

 

The Institute of Caribbean Studies and the Reggae Studies Unit at the University of the West Indies, Mona announce the International Reggae Conference (formerly Global Reggae Conference) from February 17th to February 20th, 2010.

 

Under the theme, "Current and Future Trends in Popular Music" the International Reggae Conference is for artistes, industry practitioners, researchers, academics, fans and other interested parties who can bring significant insight into the international reggae music industry.

 

The conference aims to expand the reach of persons committed to the international development of Jamaica's music and open the door to a pool of talent, skills and expertise which will be reflected in the conference proceedings and range of participants. 

 

The conference and associated events will consolidate and disseminate knowledge on the current and future trends of Jamaican music culture as it continues its international movement across different geographical and cultural sites.

 

It will also celebrate the 65th anniversary of the birth of Jamaica's premier cultural ambassador, the Hon. Robert Nesta Marley, with the hosting of the Annual Bob Marley Lecture, in affiliation with the Bob Marley Foundation.

 

This conference will provide an opportunity for artistes, musicians, scholars, cultural practitioners, entrepreneurs and music lovers from around the world to share their perspectives on the ways in which reggae and dancehall have been appropriated and adapted in a variety of cultural contexts. It will also examine the impact of the reggae and dancehall industry locally, regionally and globally and assess ways in which the creators can benefit through the development and encouragement of internationally competitive music enterprises.

 

For further information contact the International Reggae Secretariat with queries at: Reggae Studies Unit, Institute of Caribbean Studies, Faculty of Humanities and Education, University of the West Indies, Mona Kingston 7, Jamaica Email: internationalreggae@gmail.com.

 

Tel: 1 (876) 361-2277 or 1 (876) 977-1951 and Fax: 1 (876) 977-3430. 

 

Visit the "International Reggae Conference 2010" page on Facebook for ongoing updates and log on to the website at http://www.mona.uwi.edu/conferences/2010/irc/index.php for additional details. 

 

SISTAHFEST 2010
Saturday March 6th, 2010

 

 

Upfront Studio Theatre
1290 Finch Ave. West, Unit 17
Show time:10pm Admission:$20

 

International Soundwomen Dance

 

Rebel Dawtas - New York
DJ Chocolate - Toronto
Empress Divine - Toronto

 

 

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Feb. 20th 2010   Charlies w/ Woven Roots          Paia, Maui

Feb. 21st 2010   The Source Festival                   Keanae, Maui

Feb. 25th 2010    the Loft w/ Lambsbread            Honolulu, Oahu

Feb. 26th 2010    Lava Lounge w/ Lambsbread   Kapaa, Kauai

Junior Kelly
Tuesday 27 April 2010 - 4 Sans Bordeaux, France
Wednesday 28 April 2010 at L'ampli à Billère (pau)      Billere, France
Thursday 29 April 2010 at Le 4 Sans à Bordeaux  Le 4 Sans à Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France

Fri-Feb-19 Atlanta, GA - Center Stage
Sat-Feb-20 Charlotte, NC - Tremont Music Hall

Mon-Feb-22 Washington, DC - 9:30 Club
Tue-Feb-23 Philadelphia, PA - World Café Live
Wed-Feb-24 Baltimore, MD - Ramshead
Thu-Feb-25 Asbury Park, NJ - Stone Pony
Fri-Feb-26 Boston, MA - Showcase Live

Sat-Feb-27 New York, NY - Irving Plaz

Mon-Mar-01 Cincinnati, OH - Mad Hatter
Tue-Mar-02 Chicago, IL - House of Blues
Wed-Mar-03 Milwaukee, WI - Turner Hall
Thu-Mar-04 Minneapolis, MN - Cabooze  
Fri-Mar-05 Omaha, NE - Slowdown
Sat-Mar-06 Denver, CO - Gothic

 

Friday February 19, 2010 – Denver, CO - Cervantes Masterpiece

Saturday February 20, 2010 - Boulder, CO - The Boulder Theatre

Sunday February 21, 2010 -Ft. Collins, CO - The Aggie Theatre

Tuesday February 23, 2010 - San Francisco, CA - The Independent

Thu February 25th : Backstage, Munich, Germany

Fri February 26th : Centralstation, Darmstadt, Germany

Sat February 27th : Dietrich Keuning Haus, Dortmund, Germany

February 19
1881: Kansas became the first state to prohibit all alcoholic beverages.
1919: The First Pan African Congress, organized by activist W.E.B. Du Bois, convenes in Paris, France.

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Kingston

Friday-Saturday, February 26th-27th 2010

Ketchum/Sun Valley ID

Saturday, February 27th 2010

Playa Del Cocos

Guanacaste

Saturday, February 27th 2010

Miami FL

Sunday-Sunday, February 28th-28th 2010

9 Villa Road, MANDEVILLE

Friday-Sunday, April 16th-18th 2010

Austin Texas

Spotlights the Carribean

Saturday-Sunday, April 17th-25th 2010

Friday-Saturday, June 11th-12th 2010

Tonasket Washington

Saturday-Sunday, June 12th-13th 2010

St. Petersburg Florida

Sunday-Sunday, June 27th-27th 2010

Almere Flevoland

Saturday, July 3rd 2010

San Jose

Sunday, July 4th 2010

Houston Texas

Saturday-Sunday, July 10th-11th 2010

Maple Ridge BC

Saturday, July 10th 2010

Camden New Jersey

Friday-Sunday, July 16th-18th 2010

Hannover Rössing

Friday-Sunday, July 16th-18th 2010

Skegness Lincolnshire 

Thursday-Sunday, July 22nd-25th 2010

Pula Istria

Saturday-Monday, July 24th-26th 2010

Alton Virginia

Friday-Saturday, August 6th-7th 2010

Cissac Médoc Aquitaine

Friday-Sunday, August 13th-15th 2010

OSTRODA warminsko-mazurskie

Friday-Sunday, August 13th-15th 2010

Garrettsville OH

Friday, August 13th - Wednesday, July 14th 2010

Rock Island Illinois

Saturday-Saturday, August 14th-14th 2010

South Bend IN

Thursday-Saturday, August 19th-21st 2010

Calgary Alberta

Friday-Sunday, August 20th-22nd 2010

Ottawa Ontario

Saturday, August 21st 2010

Chicago Illinois

Friday-Sunday, September 3rd-5th 2010

O Burgo-Culleredo A Coruña

Saturday-Sunday, September 25th-26th 2010