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NAKED MIND MEDITATION weekly sessions
WEDNESDAYS at 6:30PM ET
Practices are based on the wisdom and compassion teachings of the Tibetan Buddhist Dzogchen Lineage.
They are non-denominational and non-theistic. Practitioners at all meditation levels are invited.
Sessions Include: Mindful Relaxation, Vase Breathing, Inner Nerve Healing, Calm Abiding Meditation
Review sessions occur between each exercise. Please Have a Flower or Plant Available During the Session.
🌻 Thank You.
TO PARTICIPATE Click the Link at 6:30PM EST
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83058088974
catskill film series
Friday April 4, 7:30PM ET USA
Bushel Gallery, 106 Main Street, Delhi, NY 13753
Saturday, April 5, 6:30PM ET USA
Good Taste Epicurean SpeakEasy, 438 Main Street, Franklin, NY 13775
The Institute of Cultural Activism International presents a screening of Christine Gedeon’s short film, A Portrait of Michel (2024), followed by a Q&A with the artist/director.
A Portrait of Michel is an investigation of Gedeon’s uncle, Dr. Michel Saadé, who was abducted in Damascus in 1978 by the Hafez al-Assad regime and never seen since. After finding a pouch that belonged to Michel containing his miscellaneous objects, documents, and scraps of paper, Gedeon created this film, which combines photographs of these “Objects of Evidence” with voice-over interviews with family members, as well as vintage photographs, music, and archival 8mm family footage. Reconstructing a true-crime mystery that intersects with contemporary politics, A Portrait of Michel reflects Gedeon’s determination to get to the truth, while her creative approach to the sparse material leaves the conclusion for the viewer to decode. $10 suggested donation.
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Thursday, March 20, 1-2PM ET USA
With Alana Seigel, poet, discusses her new workshops, and more…
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TUNING FORK FM LIVE with Emily Marie Harris and John DiLeva Halpern bringing you contemporary art, music, film, poetry, and comedy in one hour. Immediately following Amy Goodman and Democracy Now! Join us for a ride through the Catskills and abroad meeting people of our time shaping culture for our future.
Thursday, April 17, 1-2PM ET USA
With Jennifer Kabat, author of The Eighth Moon
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TUNING FORK FM LIVE with Emily Marie Harris and John DiLeva Halpern bringing you contemporary art, music, film, poetry, and comedy in one hour. Immediately following Amy Goodman and Democracy Now! Join us for a ride through the Catskills and abroad meeting people of our time shaping culture for our future.
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recent events
Sunday, November 24 at 5:00pm ET USA
For more information: Episodes — INSTITUTE FOR CULTURAL ACTIVISM INTERNATIONAL/ F.I.U.
“Following Harry” is an intimate documentary film that follows 96-year-old civil rights icon Harry Belafonte as he continues his mission of social justice. The film explores Belafonte’s work with young activists, his thoughts on the current state of race relations in America, and his vision for the future. This inspiring portrait of a cultural and civil rights icon weaves together moments of activism and personal reflection, showcasing the impact of Belafonte’s legacy.
Harry Belafonte (@followingharryfilm) • Instagram photos and videos
Following Harry | Facebook
Belafonte-Nasso Productions (@followingharry) | TikTok
Friday, November 8 at 1:00PM ET USA
For more information: Episodes — INSTITUTE FOR CULTURAL ACTIVISM INTERNATIONAL/ F.I.U.
Building on the “Art + Physics = Energy” explorations, [SUN] Flower Plasma delves into the ecological and geopolitical significance of sunflowers and the scientific importance of Alfvén waves. A collaboration between Victoria Vesna and plasma physicist Dr. Walter Gekelman.
🔗 SUNFLOWERPLASMA.COM
Sunday, November 3 at 6:30PM ET USA
For more information: Episodes — INSTITUTE FOR CULTURAL ACTIVISM INTERNATIONAL/ F.I.U.
SALON D’AMOUR by MARGRET WIBMER at ‘Omukaino-ie’ house, Kikugawa area, Kanazawa, Japan, 2024. In collaboration with ’Tsuzuru’ for ‘A place that is vanishing while being born’ Curators: Akane Nakamori, Sae Shimizu. Assistant curator: Arisa Kasama.
Thursday, January 23rd at 9:30AM ET USA
For more information: Episodes — INSTITUTE FOR CULTURAL ACTIVISM INTERNATIONAL/ F.I.U.
Culture Declares Emergency (CDE) is a growing movement of individuals and organizations involved in arts and culture who are declaring a climate and ecological emergency. This means truth-telling, care-taking, and change-making. Cultural Activism International Project joined CDE in this declaration in the fall of 2023 and will host the first CDE Hubs meeting within an online public forum. We welcome you to join us to see what our peer member organization declarers are doing.
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Episode 36: ruangrupa
Saturday, September 17, 2022, 2:30 ET
Meet the collaborative Indonesian-based collective that curated 2022’s experimental Documenta 15, Kassel, Germany. They have been under critical fire from the German and European media for supposed “Anti-Semitic” aspects of the exhibition. This has severely threatened future Documentas.
Image: ruangrupa, 2019, Ajeng Nurul Aini, farid rakun, Iswanto Hartono, Mirwan Andan, Indra Ameng, Ade Darmawan, Daniella Fitria Praptono, Julia Sarisetiati, Reza Afisina, Photo: Gudskul / Jin Panji
Our series TUNING FORK features live conversations between the public, leading and emerging cultural activists and collectives worldwide. “TF” recordings will remain archived and available on the site for future reference.
As the site grows, AN INDEX OF CULTURAL ACTIVISTS/M will also grow - international listing of individuals and organizations participating in an contributing to activities that highlight and address global issues through STRATEGIC AND CREATIVE INTERVENTION. We are developing a database of cultural activist his/herstory, impact, resources and training as a reference for everyone. Please SEE our Resources tab.
Guests (in order of appearance): Anne Waldman · Alan Todd · Lucia Cuba · Fredericka Foster · Monet Clark · Weronika Trojanska · Ogema Barking Dog Darryl Brown · Cyril Christo & Marie Wilkinson · Godfrey Reggio · Anais Maviel · Victoria Vesna · Janine von Thuengen · Joaquin Torres-Garcia · Gaetano Kazuo Maida · Patrick Meagher · Alan W. Moore · Grimanesa Amoros · Gordon Skinner · Nancy Azara · Chuyia Chia · George Quasha · Giana Pilar Gonzalez · Nerenda Eid · Linda Weintraub · Praxis: Brainard Carey & Delia Bajo · Margret Wibmer · Pia Dehne · Celeste Lecesne · Ackroyd & Harvey · Allan Wexler · Deborah de Robertis · Penny Slinger · Special Edition: Ukraine · Gene Pendon · Arahmaiani Feisal · ruangrupa · Qiao Xingyue · Stalker (Giulia Fiocca & Lorenzo Romito) · Kristin McIver · Tenzin Choegyal · Alex Winter
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