This week dance, study, watch and listen…experience wavewhore break down the dancefloor; help fight AIDs; journey to yourself or at least find out what that means…; get a taste of devine nectar, yummilicious; or trance out with Shanti…plus more.  To all my friends out there in email land.  I love you.  Moon, that means you too!  ;-)   And get ready for the Evolve 2012 Music Festival.  You won’t want to miss it.  It’s quite affordable too.

Mail events to Salma(at)souldish.com. 
 

=====Thursday, August 30=====
Cereal Killaz :: Wavewhore Sullivan Room Breaks
 
Audio Tactics Recordings and the Sullivan Room are proud to present international recording artists CEREAL KILLAZ (Mechanoise, Trans:Verse, Viral, BreaksFM - Florida) and WAVEWHORE (Broke, Electrofly, BreaksFM, BombTraxx - NYC) on Thursday, August 30, 2007. Sonic support will be provided by HI-FI (Brooklyn Bass - NYC), LB3 (Nucleus – NYC) and MOTO (NYC). This special event will be the next edition in a series of premier breakbeat shows at the newly renovated Sullivan Room!

Sullivan Room
218 Sullivan Street (bet. W. 3rd & Bleecker) NYC
(10pm-4am, 21+ , $10)
Subway: A,C,E,F,V,S to W. 4th St.
$7 with RSVP to rsvp@sullivanroom.com
=====Also on Thursday=====

Upgrade! New York: eteam’s Dislocated Memories
 
Please join us and the eteam (Franziska Lamprecht and Hajoe Moderegger) for Upgrade! New York’s August event.  Eteam will discuss the construction of alternate realities via audience participation (intentional or unintentional) within their various projects. In addition, a special guest and a performance/game will set the scene for vibrant dialogue.

(7p, Free)
Eyebeam
540 W. 21st Street, New York, NY 10011
http://www.eyebeam.org

=====Also on Thursday=====

Special Benefit Concert - Fight AIDS in Africa

Fight AIDS in Africa!  On Thursday, August 30 There will be a special benefit concert, to support my participation in the 2007 volunteer program in Ghana, west Africa.
The Sankofa center for African dance and culture ( S.C.A.D.C.) educates African youth about H.I.V/A.I.D.S. using traditional African dance, music and drama merged with health and prevention information.  Come Support this important cause and enjoy a full program: 8:30 - opening act - Lampa! ; 9pm - Movie screening about the project, a film by the Sankofa Center for African Dance and Culture, the organization behind Yotam’s trip to Africa,10pm - Performance by Raquy and the Cavemen with the INCREDIBLE Dancer Dalia Carella.  Come see Raquy and the Cavemen, this Thursday in New York City.   It’s a special benefit concert to help send their  bass player, Yotam to Africa for three weeks to work with children with AIDS.  8:30 - opening act - Lampa  9pm - Movie screening about the project, a film by the Sankofa Center for African Dance and Culture, the organization behind Yotam’s trip to Africa  10pm - Performance by Raquy and the Cavemen with Dancers - Dalia Carella from NY, and - Amethyst from Pittsburgh.

(8:30p, $donation asked for during the event)  
Zebulon
256 Whythe Ave,Bklyn; 718-218.6934

=====Friday. August 31=====

Punk Rock Yoga—Party and Class at East West Yoga

Punk Rock Yoga comes back to East/West  with live music and Core-Strength Vinyasa ™ Yoga led by Brian Williams  Music by Pico Fermi .  Don’t miss it!
Enlivening, empowering, and most of all, FUN!

(8:00p, $19)
East/West Yoga
78 5th Avenue @ 14th St.; 212-243-5995
http://www.eastwestnyc.com to pre-register

=====Saturday, September 1st =====

Tsunami Presents:  Shanti  (Spun Records, Ibiza)

SHANTI grew up with this music, as the younger brother of Riktam and of the GMS, Clan SHANTI started to DJ when he was barely a teenager, and has now matured into a world class trance artist, and has spearheaded his own cutting edge style Brandon Adams and Cristian ledezm An up and coming talent from Mexico, Cris will expand your mind with brilliant mixing & solid selections  And much more!

(10p-8a, $25 / $20)
Gypsy Tea
27 West 24th St (Btwn 5th & 6th Ave)
18+ to enter / 21+ to drink VALID PICTURE ID A MUST!
Tickets available on http://GrooveTickets.com
http://www.tsunami-trance.com

=====Monday, September 3rd=====

Masters of Mysticism A Weekly Monday critical course for Yoga Practitioners and Teachers

Jivamukti Yoga School is pleased to again host Joshua Greene for an exciting and memorable series of talks on the hidden dimensions of yoga philosophy. Expanding on his popular course at Hofstra University, this series provides attendees with an intimate portrait of some of history’s most influential and highly influential mystic teachers.   Tuition: full course (10 sessions) $150 (includes handouts), -drop-ins $20. On Sept. 17 there will be a special presentation and the drop in tuition will be $30.  Monday Sept. 3rd - Monday Nov.5th

(8-9:30p, $150 full or $20/day)
Jivamukti Yoga Center
841 Broadway , 2nd floor
http://www.jivamuktiyoga.com

=====Tuesday, September 4th=====

Event: ‘Introduction To Meditation W/ Loch Kelly
 
7pm every Tuesday until September 11, 2007.   This is a walk-in Session. Please call day of to confirm session is being held. (212) 807-0563 Email:
http://www.lochkelly.org   Intended for All Levels – No Meditation Experience Necessary.  Tibet House’s introductory meditation classes were featured in New York Magazine’s top picks (4 stars).  Tibet House Shrine & Gallery will be open for  Silent Individual Meditation @ 6:00 PM.  Instruction Begins at 7pm  Loch Kelly , MDiv., LCSW has a graduate degree from Columbia University in Clinical Social Work and a masters from Union Theological in Psychology and Spirituality, where he was awarded a fellowship to study Buddhist Meditation in Sri Lanka and India from 1981-82. He then traveled to Nepal to study with Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche. Loch spent 10 years establishing homeless shelters and community lunch programs and worked in outpatient mental health in New York. He has also served as the Coordinator of Counseling as well as Interfaith Chaplain for Union Theological Seminary.  In addition to having practiced as a licensed psychotherapist, Loch has taught Buddhist meditation for over 20 years, having been authorized to teach by Mingyur Rinpoche and Adyashanti.

Tibet House
22 W15th St, 212.807.0563
http://www.tibethouse.org
 http://www.lochkelly.org

===== Also on Tuesday=====

NYC “What the Bleep” Study Group

About The NYC “What The Bleep Do We Know” study group is a fun and lively discussion group that meets once a month to discuss the exciting concepts introduced in the movie “What the Bleep Do We Know”. If you liked the movie and want to continue to explore topics such as Paradigm Shifts, Creating Your Day, Healing Your Past, Quantum Physics and more, come and join us.  With a new shift in awareness as well as the science behind movies such as “What the Bleep” and “The Secret”, we are beginning to understand more about the practical aspects of spirituality and how it’s universal application can powerfully enhance the quality of our lives and others. The group will be meeting on the first Tuesday of each month. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, August 7th at 7:30pm in the cafe at East West Books at 78 5th Avenue (between 13th and 14th streets). We welcome newcomers as well as regular members and all who would like to further explore and share these concepts in a fun and friendly atmosphere with other like-minded people. Note $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase before taking a seat.

(7:30 - 9p, $5 Cafe purchase)
 East West Books Cafe
78 5th Ave (btwn 13th and 14th st)
http://www.eastwestnyc.com
=====Wednesday,September 5th=====
 
Spark Your Fire

Journey to Yourself:  A Unique and Powerful 5-month Program for Women
Created by WomanVision  Are you ready to access your whole self?  Do you long to unlock your own, unique power and potential?  How can you live your life more fully?  WomanVision is hosting a free event for you to explore your whole, juicy, and sacred self.  During this evening, you will experience the power and potential of an all-women’s circle. You will have the opportunity to make time for yourself, embrace the fullness of your life, and explore the areas of your life that you are ready to change!  Also on September 13th or 19th at 7pm

(10a, $Free Introduction)
Children’s Aid Society, 219 Sullivan Street
Contact: Joanna Lindenbaum Co-Director, WomanVision; 917-208-7067 Joanna or Dawn at info@womanvis.com or (212) 501-3892.
joanna@womanvis.com
http://www.womanvis.com

=====Also on Wednesday =====

Lord Krishna’s Birthday “Bash”

Special Kirtan with Shyamdas and Performance by the Amazing Kathak Daner Bhavani.  Catch devotional waves with Shyamdas when he returns to Jivamukti downtown for Krishna’s birthday celebration, an auspicious night for sacred chant and the last of Shyamdas’ summer kirtan series at Jivamukti.

(8:30-10:30p, $15 donation)
 Jivamukti Yoga School
841 Broadway, 2nd Fl.; (Btwn 13th & 14th St), 212-353-0214
http://www.jivamuktiyoga.com

=====Also on Wednesday=====
Screening: Divine Nectar: An Explosive Journey Through the Sacred Feminine with special guest, Jem, model in the film

Please join us for an erotic, educational and visionary journey into the ecstatic dimensions of female ejaculation. Through the revolutionary process of reclaiming our Divine Nectar, we can activate the empowering and healing aspects of our sexual potential. Featuring seven women and their partners, this film offers a sacred and explosive look at this incredible Experience which has touched many lives, and now, perhaps yours. Join us on an unforgettable journey as we bring you the gushing, wild women who have surrendered to their luscious nectar.  Special Features:  * Transformational art animated to an incredible soundtrack featuring: Suzanne Sterling, Living Alliance of Love, Sofiah Thom and many more* An interview with Deborah Sundahl, a pioneer of women’s sexuality.  “An astounding and magical journey! Truly a unique tapestry of art, sexuality and education; this ground-breaking gem is hot, wet and enlightening. — Annie Sprinkle, Ph.D., sex worker turned sex and love guru.  “A beautiful video that expresses the inherent nature of the sacred feminine in female ejaculation.— Deborah Sundahl, pioneer of women’s sexuality, author and video producer.  Running time: 77 minutes

(8p - 9:30p, $?)
Sexy Spirits
301 W 55 ST #4
http://www.sexyspirits.com/schedule.php?action=disp&id=359
http://jemsdivinenectar.com

=====Sat./Sun. August 28/29=====

 Evolve 2012 Music Festival

 Come see one of my favorite bands Jungle Jazz Initiative play with DJ L’ement, Juggling Suns, Mahavishnu project, Kings in Disguise, One Eyed Jack, Subcommittee, Unruly Pilgrim, Swampadelica, Lima Research Society, Mike Lawlor Band and many more for a weekend carside camping, and jamming music fest.  There will be AM yoga, food, craft vending, eco-centric workshops, great people including me, late night music, guest speakers, drum circles and good vibes as we raise consciousness and have fun in the process.  This is a fundraiser for Kid’s Camp.  Kid’s Camp is a free camp for inner city kids where they can have a day out in nature and get a free medical checkup.   Come and join us.  It will be fun the people running it are not only way cool, they are way gorgeous inside and out.

(8a-2a approx both days, $60 at door covers both days & camping)

Kids Camp 

139 Lincoln Laurel Road

Newton, NJ , 973.896.9312 for tickets

http://www.myspace.com/evolve2012musicfestival