e-culture: Wealth of Cultural and Educational Events
October 12, 2001


IN THIS ISSUE
The Event Season
Next on World Music
Asia Society Forums
Dia de los Muertos
Southern Utah From A - Z
What You Can Do



October and November is the event season in Texas. It's a great time, not to go about the "business of life," but to experience the wonder of living and learning.


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The Event Season

Special thanks to Olivia Flores Alvarez for helping us provide you with a lengthy list of interesting cultural opportunities. Please remember to attend and support these valuable activities.

Please find more details about these events at http://www.houstonculture.org/events

Spirits of the Cloth, September 22 - December 21, MORE

The 11th Annual Turkish Festival, Saturday, October 13, 10:00am - 10:00pm, MORE

The Texas Show, Saturday, October 13, 2001, 8:00pm, MORE

The 5th Annual African-American Arts Festival, October 13 and 14, MORE

The Great Match 2001, Tuesday, October 16, 2001, 6:30 - 9:00pm, MORE

Joanne Brigham and Luisa Garcia, October 18,19 and 20 2001, 8:00pm, MORE

Dia de los Muertos Gala and Exhibit
Gala - October 18, 2001 8pm, Show - October 20 - November 17, 2001, MORE

Mingus Big Band, October 19, 2001, MORE

Asian American Festival, October 20 and 21, Noon, MORE

Pinoy Rock Stage at the Asian American Festival, October 20, 5:45 to 9:30pm, MORE

Hong Kong Ballet: The Last Emperor, October 21, 2001, 3:00pm, MORE

Beer, Bratwurst & Beethoven, October 21, 2001, MORE

Magic of Pre-Columbian Art Tour, October 24, 2001, Noon, MORE

Dance Theater of Harlem, October 26, 2001, 8:00pm, MORE

Jewish Book Fair, October 26, 2001 to Nov. 11, 2001, MORE

Jose Toirac art exhibit opens, October 26, 2001, MORE

Folk Magic Tour
Class October 26, 2001 7:00pm, Tour October 27, 2001 Noon to 5:00pm, MORE

Los Super Tejanos, October 26, 2001, 8:00pm, MORE

Gumbo Festival, October 26, 2001, MORE

Houston Zoo's Creepy Crawly Night Prowl, October 26, 2001, MORE

Offbeat Houston Tour, October 27, 2001, MORE

28th Annual British Bazaar, October 27, 2001, MORE

Forward Jazz Concert, October 28, 2001, 5:00pm - 7:00pm, MORE

Fidelis String Quartet, October 30, 2001, 8pm, MORE

P.D.Q. Bach and Friends, October 31, 2001, 8pm, MORE

Arnold Newman, Wednesday, November 7, 6:00 - 8:00pm, MORE

Astronomy Party-Wine Star Party, November 10, 6:00pm, MORE

Southern Utah From A - Z, Monday, November 12, 2001, 7:00pm, MORE

Latino National Conversation, Nov 13, 2001, 7:00pm, MORE


Please find more details about these events at http://www.houstonculture.org/events


Send cultural and community calendar items for us to include on our web site and in our e-culture newsletter, and for us to provide to KTRU listeners, to info@houstonculture.org.

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Next on World Music

For the first time in Houston, there will be a Pinoy Rock Stage at the 22nd annual Asian American Festival, October 20 from 5:45 to 9:30pm, which features Joey Ayala, Bobby Banduria, Phuz, The Dread-I-Knight and Lady Pinay, Malaya Music and Dance Collective, East Babylon Symphony, kayumanggi, and rodSUN. Admission is free.

We will talk with Koy Severino [ See Archived Interview ] on the World Music Show on Monday, October 15 to find out more about Pinoy Rock and sample some of the music coming to Houston. See a schedule and short bios on the bands: http://www.houstonculture.org/world/pinoyaaf2001.html

We will also be joined by a member of Kaminari Taiko to talk about the recent Houston Grand Taiko Festival and their upcoming performance at the Asian American Festival.

Promotional Image for the Asian American Festival.


Also on the October 15 World Music program, from 7 - 9pm, we will hear new music from Simon Shaheen and Greg Ellis. And, to honor the hard-working event organizers all over rural south Texas, we will hear some tunes by great Czechxans and others who play Texslavic and Texavian music, like Mark Halata and Brian Marshall. Get your dancing shoes ready.


See a schedule of specialty shows on KTRU:
http://www.houstonculture.org/world/shows.html

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Asia Society Forums

The Asia Society continues its educational series, "Building Bridges of Understanding." Reservations are required for most of these events as seats are limited. For details on current programming, please visit www.asiasociety.org, or call 713-439-0051 for information and reservations.

THE CASPIAN SEA IN INTERNATIONAL POLITICS: LESSONS FOR THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY
Guive Mirfendereski, J.D., Ph.D. is a graduate of Georgetown University and Boston College Law School. He holds a Ph.D. from Tufts (Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy), and was a legal consultant with the World Bank's private sector development projects. He is currently practicing law in the Boston area. Lecture and Reception.
October 16, 6:00pm - Westin Galleria, Royal Suite. Charge $10/members; $20/nonmembers.

IMMIGRATION AND TERRORISM
Charles C. Foster, Immigration specialist and Chairman of Asia Society Texas.
1. October 17, Noon - Houston Club, 811 Rusk. Lunch Program. Charge: $20/members, $30/nonmembers.
2. October 17, 3:00pm - Kiva Room at Farish Hall, University of Houston. No Charge

A DIALOGUE ON ISLAM
Co-sponsored with Rothko Chapel. Held at the Chapel, 1409 Sul Ross. No charge. Reservations requested.
October 18, 6-8:00pm at The Rothko Chapel

THE STATUS OF ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICANS IN AMERICA IN 2001
An overview of discrimination and misunderstanding by John Tateishi. No charge.
November 1, 6-8:00pm - Kim Son Restaurant at 2001 Jefferson. Buffet Dinner optional for $10

EDUCATIONAL PROJECT TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS AND SPEAKER RESOURCES ON ISLAM FOR AREA SCHOOLS - Asia Society with support from Southwest Bank of Texas and Booker Hancock and Associates. Related programming with the Children's Museum of Houston.

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Dia de los Muertos

Don't forget, that special season is near, when we celebrate life by remembering loved ones and ancestors, as well as our influential folk heroes, who have passed away. In Mexico and the southwestern United States, preparations for this important celebration include memorializing loved ones' favorite things, evoking images of the past, decorating cemeteries and creating altars and ofrendas. Read more about the featured tradition, El Dia de los Muertos.

http://www.houstonculture.org/cr/diade.html

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Southern Utah From A - Z

From Arches to Zion, we will explore the canyonlands of southern Utah. We will present day hikes for every level of ability, from the easy path to Delicate Arch through the narrows of the Fiery Furnace and up sheer canyon walls to Angels Landing. In any season, the dramatic scenery and fascinating history of southern Utah offers something for everyone.

The slide presentation will take place on Monday, November 12, 2001 at 7:00pm. REI is located at 7951 Katy Freeway. Call 713-688-3500 for more information.

This will be a great opportunity to learn about our winter travel plans.

See the complete schedule of in-store events:
http://www.rei.com/storelocator/houston

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The Land of Enchantment

What makes southwest art and culture so colorful and alluring for travelers? The answer lies in the four territorial periods of New Mexico's rich history. This slide and audio presentation will help you understand the "Land of Enchantment" and know what to look for as you travel its historic roads -- the Camino Real, Zuni Trail, Santa Fe Trail and Route 66.

We have created this new presentation to compliment our tour of New Mexico's historic places, as well as to emphasize cultural aspects in New Mexico educational topics. Contact mark@cultural-crossroads.com if you are interested in attending this program. We will schedule according to demand.

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What You Can Do

There are many ways you can help our organization, as well as others you support, like KTRU, which is participating in Project Pumpkin for elementary school children on Saturday, October 27th. Please contact us and we will help you get involved in events such as this, or in other on-going projects.

See the list of needed volunteers posted in our on-line office.
http://www.houstonculture.org/office


For more information, please contact Sahn at sahn@houstonculture.org. We are planning a social event at the Haak Vineyard and Winery for early November.


Artists and organizations, please send us your contact information.
http://www.houstonculture.org/listings



Please support the artists, performers and organizers who bring you great events and educational experiences.

Thanks,
Mark

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M A R K   L A C Y / mark@cultural-crossroads.com


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