Contents http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/november_1_2007/contents On The Rocks http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/on-the-rocks On The Rocks http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/on-the-rocks Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 Heart of the City Festival - Events http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/heart-of-the-city-festival---events The 4th Annual Downtown Eastside Heart of the City Festival http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/heart-of-the-city-festival---events Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 Heart of the City Festival - Report http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/heart-of-the-city-festival---report Heart of the City Festival http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/heart-of-the-city-festival---report Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 The Mind’s Protection: A Heartsong http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/the-minds-protection-a-heartsong The Mind’s Protection: A Heartsong<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/the-minds-protection-a-heartsong Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 HOPE IN SHADOWS http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/hope-in-shadows2 HOPE IN SHADOWS PIVOT Calendar is Extraordinary! http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/hope-in-shadows2 Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 Sisters http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/sisters2 Sisters<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/sisters2 Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 There Goes the Neighbourhood http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/there-goes-the-neighbourhood There Goes the Neighbourhood http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/there-goes-the-neighbourhood Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 VOLUNTEERS http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/volunteers3 VOLUNTEERS http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/volunteers3 Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 The Immaculate Assumption http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/the-immaculate-assumption The Immaculate Assumption<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/the-immaculate-assumption Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 The New Age Cult Racket, http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/the-new-age-cult-racket The New Age Cult Racket, Be aware “light workers” can mean wolves in sheep’s clothing!   I am letting the community know of a dangerous Cult organization that seeks to train front line workers and work with abused populations. Recently “Training In Power, A Spiritual Journey of Service” founded by Faye Fitzgerald has been promoted at several dtes organized events. Anyone who has been considering taking this meditation training should be fully informed of their choice by full accounts of their practices. Great articles on cults, hypnosis, prophetic charisma, brainwashing, sorcery, and group think, along with accounts by ex members of this cult, can be found at the two links provided here below. This group is a New Age Sorcery Cult, whose leader claims to be the reincarnation of Jesus, Buddha, Lucifer, The God Mars and the Archangel Raphael. See these websites for more information on the dangers of “Training In Power A Spiritual Journey of Service”, also called “Training In Power Academy of Meditation and Healing” and “Living in Power” Church. <A href="http://zhahara.livejournal.com/">http://zhahara.livejournal.com/</A> <A href="http://lessonsinawareness.com/default.aspx">http://lessonsinawareness.com/default.aspx</A>                                                      Sara Marks http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/the-new-age-cult-racket Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 Nothing Changes. This Violence Must Stop http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/nothing-changes.-this-violence-must-stop <A href="http://www.straight.com/article-114431/private-police">www.straight.com/article-114431/private-police</A> Nothing Changes. This Violence Must Stop http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/nothing-changes.-this-violence-must-stop Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 Contact Information to Report: Security Assault Harassment http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/contact-information-to-report-security-assault-harassment Contact Information to Report :<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/contact-information-to-report-security-assault-harassment Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 I was contacted by the Solicitor general http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/i-was-contacted-by-the-solicitor-general   I was contacted by the Solicitor general and met with the Investigative Officer Olev. The company owners are aware of the situation and are out of town in a conference in Atlanta Georgia for security till the end of the month. Basically I wanted you to know that the investigator responded right away and informed me that this security has a previous good record and said that persuasive measures are used to get people to leave an area, I said does that mean using language like I am going to smash your skull in, he said the difference is in the motive, as to whether someone would actually follow through with it or if it was a use of words in a moment, and that it would be hard to prove motives. There may have been other events leading up to this situation that was the implication when he talked to me, he was also surprised by my account as that seemed to be new information.   I went on to talk about other security incidents of racism. I worked with a aboriginal woman who was discriminated against on sky train the security singled her and a Mexican woman out and the first thing he asked them was do you work, they showed him their passes and still he grabbed both of them by the arm so hard that it left huge bruises. The woman worked with me at Pivot and she said her son was pursuing it. I also related the assault I witnessed behind the St. Clair hotel and he talked about how these hotels often pay someone who is not licensed, to clear the area and that there will be more accountability in the new securities act, where there is a code of conduct /ethics required in the licensing. Of course the regulation of this will largely fall in the company’s hands.   He also related an incidents of security being attacked unprovoked by a street person and another where one that was mobbed. He also told me that when security cross the line they are charged. The other problem with these situations is that the victims often do not press charges and in this case the victim left the scene. Olev is following up with the police report he agreed that the problems are compounded by lack of resources for people. He asked about the Carnegie security and I said they were great that they have a built in accountability being civic workers, he agreed and also stated in the new act all security will have to be licensed and carry a card like a drivers license. I am not sure of all the details of this act but I know John Richardson founder of Pivot Legal has some concerns via the Georgia Straight article. http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/i-was-contacted-by-the-solicitor-general Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 Spirit of Missing Women http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/spirit-of-missing-women Spirit of Missing Women Art Exhibition by Olga Afonina November 16 - 29, 2007 Opening Reception: November 16th, 4-5 PM Carnegie Centre 3rd Floor Gallery    Olga is a Russian born artist who came to the Downtown Eastside two years ago to find her 19 year old son. This exhibition is about her reflection on the DTES, her learning and changes here after her journeys around the world.    Carnegie Center is a quiet and healing center in a very complicated and traumatic neighborhood. Carnegie provides many opportunities for creativity and education, social networking, activism and wonderful meals. It is upheld by committed volunteers and staff. The glass dome of the building, Olga notes, is like a healing crystal.     Olga believes that art was one of the most important things that brought Europe out of the Dark Ages during the Renaissance. Her exhibition is related to this subject, as she believes that art is one of the important things that is also helping the DTES in the same way. She wants to share her experience of hope and the possibility of rejuvenation even in great difficulties such as those that face many people in the DTES.    YOU CAN OBTAIN ANY OF THE PICTURES BY DONATING WHAT YOU THINK THEY ARE WORTH. IF YOU REALLY LIKE A PICTURE BUT CANNOT AFFORD TO DONATE ANYTHING AT ALL YOU CAN STILL HAVE ONE FOR FREE. http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/spirit-of-missing-women Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 Light in darkness http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/light-in-darkness Light in darkness http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/light-in-darkness Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 FAIRNESS http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/fairness  FAIRNESS http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/fairness Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 Classical Concert at Carnegie Centre http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/classical-concert-at-carnegie-centre Classical Concert at Carnegie Centre Monday, November 5 at 1:00pm in the Hall http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/classical-concert-at-carnegie-centre Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 DANCE 101 http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/dance-101 http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/dance-101 Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 Renovations: Early afternoon at McDonald’s http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/renovations-early-afternoon-at-mcdonalds Renovations: Early afternoon at McDonald’s “Are you with Manners Blasting?” “I am Manners Blasting.” “We need you on the second level.” “Why are they blocking the sidewalk?” “Why are they blocking the door?” Overhead there is a great bang.                                Dora Sanders http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/renovations-early-afternoon-at-mcdonalds Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 The Macho Man ! http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/the-macho-man- The Macho Man ! http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/the-macho-man- Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 Sestina: The Road Home http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/sestina--the-road-home Sestina:  The Road Home http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/sestina--the-road-home Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 Private Jurassic Park in Stanley Park http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/private-jurassic-park-in-stanley-park [First reaction on: Council to Consider Public Land to host Private Jurassic Park."  The idea is to have Vancouver CIty permit some company put huge plastic dinosaurs in Stanley Park. No specific space or corner but randomly onto prime pieces of the park's geography. Turning tourists to uckers and public land to xsome refugee from Disneyland.] http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/private-jurassic-park-in-stanley-park Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 The Tao of Tao http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/the-tao-of-tao The Tao of Tao                        For Coreen Douglas, who “just kind                                            of pushed me this way”sb ‘When will this loneliness end?’ – Lao Tzu http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/the-tao-of-tao Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 newCHAPTER2: Employment Resource Centre http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/newchapter2-employment-resource-centre newCHAPTER2 Employment Resource Centre newCHAPTER 2 welcomes unemployed individuals eligible to work in Canada who are committed to seeking gainful employment. Individual assistance through Case Management, one-on-one assistance & counselling, or independent job search is offered. Assistance to individuals who are re-entering the workforce or furthering their education is provided. newCHAPTER 2 believes that, given the appropriate support, everyone has the capacity to succeed. Drop-in newCHAPTER2 has an open door policy and provides free access to resources for employment purposes, including: ·         Computer & Internet access ·         Employment phone & message centre ·         Fax & limited photocopy access ·         Job board, classified ads ·         Labour Market Information ·         Resource materials ·         NOC / Job Futures Case Management Unit newCHAPTER 2' s Case Managers offer job seekers information, counselling, and referrals to appropriate job search programs, education and training, and/or community resources. Case Managers are also available to assist with resume and cover letter creation or editing, internet job searching and skills assessment and career exploration. Case Managers also provide assistance with all employment related or education applications (student loan, college, etc).    All services are free of charge newCHAPTER2 and newCHAPTER are funded by Service Canada and sponsored by the Vancouver Eastside Educational Enrichment Society (VEEES).   Jayne Mason / Case Manager             Mon-Fri Resource Centre Administrator            9 – 4:30 newCHAPTER2 Employment Resource Centre 835 East Hastings Street Vancouver BC   V6A 1R8 http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/newchapter2-employment-resource-centre Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 Forgiveness http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/forgiveness Forgiveness<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/forgiveness Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500 The APC Team of 6 & Litany of Crown Conditions http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/the-apc-team-of-6--litany-of-crown-conditions The APC Team of 6<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> http://www.carnegie.vcn.bc.ca/the-apc-team-of-6--litany-of-crown-conditions Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:42:04 -0500