World Poetry Celebrates!
A joyful Bi-Centennial (200 year) Celebration of Chilean Independence!
September 27, 7:00 pm -8:30 pm.
Alice MacKaye Room, Vancouver Public Library, 350 West Georgia St.
Historical presentation by Eduardo Cruz
Hosts: Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea
Bi-lingual poetry presentation of Neruda and Mistral
Chilean Music!
Certificates for performers from the Chilean Consul in Vancouver, Canada.
Dance: Denise Torres, Chilean Co-op.
Information: 604-526-4729, ariadnes@uniserve.com

A World Poetry letter of prayers, thoughts and love to
Neil Bhargava and the Bhargava Family.

Due to the tremendous response from World Poetry members and supporters from Canada and around the world
(more than 100 e-mails in two hours and more coming in) I have decided to combine all the messages into a single letter.
Many people also responded who could not attend the potluck due to distance.
First: A heartfelt thank you to all who responded with prayers, good wishes and love.
I was amazed at the volume of e-mails I received shortly after I sent the World Poetry Potluck cancelation message out.
Second: World Poetry would like to let Neil and the Bhargava family know that the World Poetry Family is sending many
prayers, good thoughts and love to them.
Third: The World Poetry Prayer Circle and other prayer groups are also sending prayers to them.

On behalf of our World Poetry Family, our very best wishes for health and a speedy recovery.

As all goes well, we may have the World Poetry Potluck at their home next month,

Healing blessings and love,

Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea,
Founders and hosts of World Poetry.

Dear Honoured Poets and Supporters,

Welcome to another World Poetry Update. We have had another action-packed year.

Highlights were the World Poetry Gala, the life celebration of Li Bai with our first international guest, Dr. Hadaa Sendoo from Mongolia, as a presenter. Dr. Sendoo is our World Poetry Ambassador to China and Mongolia. Thanks to all our wonderful partners and great media coverage, the event was an outstanding success.

We continue another year with the World Poetry Café Radio Show. We now have 25 countries that listen on a regular basis.

We also presented a moving tribute to Vera Manuel with our partners, the Aboriginal Writers Collective, among many other WP events.

Personal news:
Alejandro has a new book coming out, published in the US.
Ariadne is working on the third draft of her novel, and is also doing a book of dream poems called Love Poems to the World. This has been an interesting experience.

Here is a calendar of coming events in the summer and fall, with a peak into the future:
• July 28th 6:30 pm World Poetry Night Out at the New Westminster Public Library (our gracious hosts and partners)716-6th Avenue (Auditorium Room) with hosts: Ariadne Sawyer & Anita Aguirre Nieveras
Featured talk: Montreal Performance Poetry Method.
Featured poets: Candice James (New Westminster Poet Laureate), Masume Dihkani, Jaimie McEvoy, Diane Laloge, Tony Antonias, Ibrahim Honjo and Franci Louann.
Open mike. All are welcome. Refreshments. Multicultural, multilingual readings. 604-526-4729

• August 21st 3:00-3:15 pm. Pandora’s Collective - Summer Dreams Literary Arts Festival - Lumberman's Arch in Stanley Park. Poets TBA.

• August 28th 4:30 World Poetry Annual Potluck at the home of Ashok Bhargava and his family. Another exciting evening of poetry, good food, art, music and dance! Bring poetry, food and drink. Volunteers are needed for setup and cleanup. Please RSVP and contact ariadnes@uniserve.com for address.
September:
• 27th 7-8:30 pm, World Poetry Celebrates the 200th anniversary of Chilean Independence, Vancouver Public Library, 350 West Georgia, Alice MacKaye Room, historical presentation, music and dance. Hosts: Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea. Free. All welcome.

• World Poetry Reads at Word on the Street.TBA.
• 29th, 6:30 pm, World Poetry Night Out. New Westminster Public Library (Auditorium Room) 716-6th Avenue. Book launches. TBA.

• Fall: First International World Poetry Reading in New Delhi, India! Organized and hosted by World Poetry Ambassador and international committee member Dr. Rita Malhotra, with participation from various embassies.
October:
• World Poetry Reading Series, Vancouver Public Library, 350 West Georgia Street. TBA.
• World Poetry Night Out! First Anniversary! 6:30-8:30 pm. New Westminster Public Library, our partners and hosts, (Auditorium Room) 716-6th Avenue. TBA. Celebration, poetry, anniversary cake! Come celebrate with us!

November:
• World Poetry Lifetime Celebration of William Blake. Richmond Cultural Centre, TBA
• World Poetry Night, New Westminster Public Library (Auditorium Room) 716-6th Avenue. Poets: TBA.
• 2011 World Poetry International Poetry Festival! Richmond BC TBA.
• Joint Project with Ankh Entertainment. Multimedia poetry, art and music show. TBA.

Exciting news about our song ! Created from my poem "Rise Up Women" and Rene’s music!
Rene wrote:
“I will playing with the band on "Canada Day" Festival July 1st. We'll be playing in Kensington Park (Knight & 33rd Ave) at 12:30 PM. I will also sing our song "Rise Up Women".
Come celebrate Canada Day at Kensington Park in Vancouver!

Welcome to a special radio show June 15 with hosts Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea.
9-10 pm, Pacific Standard Time, Tuesday. CFRO, 102.7 FM or live: www.coopradio.org
Featured guest: Vancouver author Jeffrey Armstrong with his upcoming book launch for Spiritual Teachings of the Avatar ~ Ancient Wisdom for a New World. Spiritual Teachings of the Avatar Book
Also featured a special e-poetess, the talented Alaha Ahrar originally from Afghanistan, with a poem on peace. Look up her Facebook page!
Add a winning poem from Oneal Walter’s Women’s Inspirational Contest by Kimberlee Edgecombe, the amazing music of feature John Zeretzke from our 2010 partners Ankh Entertainment (ankhentone@att.net) and you have a wonderful show.

Dear World Poets, Supporters and Friends.
This year I have begun a personal research program to create dream poems with the goal of helping to heal the world.
The idea began many years ago when I was apprenticed to a First Nations Elder and he told me about the elders in the past who could heal parts of the environment by going to those places and staying there until the healing began. He described the world as a living entity that needs help and support, at times getting out of balance. Elders like Rolling Thunder did this on a large scale.
A month ago I had a dream which inspired me to begin this project. Most of the time, my research projects are with other researchers but this time I will start the project by myself and then perhaps with other researchers do an anthology of dream poems in the future.
I could use your help in the information process. If you have a short story or paragraph of 100-150 words or a poem that would in some way describe your country or region, I will read one before I go to bed at night and then write the corresponding dream as it happens.

I began June 1st using information, research and the intent of a poem for Afghanistan and was awakened with a powerful poem which I wrote down in the dark only to discover that the third page was written over something else! Next step-go out and get a clean notebook! I may be able to figure out the intertwined words but will now take every precaution.
If your poem or story prompts a dream, I will give you full credit as an “inspirer” by using your name and a brief comment about what the place , country or region means to you.
To summarize:
•If you want to be involved, please send a short paragraph or poem on a place or location that has meaning/passion/strong feelings for you.
•I will be doing the headings by countries.
•I will respond and if a dream is prompted and used, give you credit for being the inspirer.
Send poems, short stories or ideas to ariadnes@uniserve.com

Thank you for all your help and kindness,

Ariadne Sawyer

Important World Poetry News and events for June, 2010.

***World Poetry Night Out!
June 2nd
6: 30 PM
New Westminster Public Library (Co-partners)
716-6th Avenue
(Auditorium Room)
New Westminster,
With hosts: Ariadne Sawyer & Kathlean Pronovost
Featured poets:
Cliff Milne
Jacqueline Maire
Sharon Rowe
Margo Prentice
Kyle Christensson
Dora Sanders
Open mike. All Welcome.
Refreshments.
Multicultural, multilingual readings.
Open mike
Ariadne Sawyer, 604-526-4729

***World Poetry at the Carless Festival on Denman St. 12-1 pm June 20th.
Thanks to Roger Blenman, World Poetry has once again been invited to read at this great family festival.
Hosts: Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea.
Confirmed poets:
1. Ibrahim Honjo
2. Kyle Christensson
3. Diane Laloge
4. Catherine McNeil
5. Alan Hill
6. Sharon Taylor

*** World Poetry Celebrates First Nations with a Special Memorial Tribute to World Poetry Life Time Achievement Award Winner, Vera Manuel a Secwepemc-Ktunaxa playwright, poet and healer, Hosts: Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea, June 21st at 7 pm at the Vancouver Public Library, 350 West Georgia, Peter McKay and Alma VanDusen Rooms. Poetry, music and dance.

Coming soon: A summary of our amazing experiences with Li Bai and Dr. Hadaa Sendoo plus plans for 2011.

World Poetry and the New Westminster Public Library
Present:
World Poetry Night Out!
May 13th
6: 30 PM
716-6th Avenue
(Auditorium Room)
New Westminster,
With hosts: Ariadne Sawyer & Sheilla Foster.
Featured poets:
Alejandro Mujica-Olea
The Backroom Theatre Radio Play
David Lee
Tony Antonias
Candice James
Rex Tarrant
Open mike. All Welcome.
Refreshments.
Multicultural, multilingual readings.
For open mike sign up: Ariadne Sawyer, 604-526-4729

World Poetry Call for Poems for the Great Poet Li Bai!
World Poetry hosts, Ariadne sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea with our esteemed partners The City of Richmond, explorASIAN and the Zhongkun Poetry Development Foundation, China are celebrating the famous ancient Chinese Poet Li Bai in Richmond, BC, Canada on May 17th at 6:30 PM.
Featuring: Dr. Jan Wall, Dr. Hadaa Sendoo, World Poetry Ambassador to China and Mongolia, Multilingual Poetry of Li Bai and Traditional Chinese musicians Mr. Chen Ying Liang and Mrs. Chen. The event is free. Information: ariadnes@uniserve.com
Here is a brief bio of Li Bai by Dr. Hadaa Sendoo from Mongolia, who will be featured at the event May 17.
Li Bai (701-762) is regarded as the greatest romantic poet of the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and a representative of the high Tang culture, combination of realistic Northern culture represented by Confucian philosophy and the Book of Poetry, and romantic Southern culture represented by Taoist philosophy and the Elegies of the South. But he could neither fulfill his Confucian ideal to serve the country nor find spiritual freedom in Taoism, so he could only chant poetry and drink wine to drown his sorrow as describe by Du Fu in Eight Immortal Drinkers (Li Bai could turn sweet nectar into verses; Drunk in the capital, he'd lie in shops of wine). Here we see the tragedy of a genuine staying lonely on earth like an angel fallen from Heave. His poetry is marked by masculine grandeur in the Waterfall in Mount Lu Viewed from Afar (The sunlit Censer Peak exhales incense-like cloud; The cataract hangs like upended stream, sounding lout. Its torrent dashes down three thousand feet from high / As if the Silver River fell from azure sky), in which we see the mountain exhale cloud from down below and the Silver River, Chinese name for the Milky Way, fall from on high, and heaven and earth seem to merge into one, that is the Chinese way of communion with nature. In his poetry we can find his love of nature, of freedom, of the people, of his friends, in short, of truth, good and beauty.
Poem guidelines:
• Poems need to be to Li Bai or for Li Bai.
• One page only, two pages in another language.
• Deadline: Extended to May 10th.
• Poems need to have copyright © and include the name of poet and country.
• Selected poems will be put on display at the Richmond Cultural Centre during the Life Celebration of Li Bai. See additional information below.
• Classes and schools are welcome to participate.
• Selected poems will be read on the World Poetry Café Radio Show, CFRO, and 102.7 FM in Vancouver British Columbia.
• Send poems to ariadnes@uniserve.com

• It is a great opportunity to learn and participate in the life of this greatly honoured poet.

世界诗歌征集诗人李白的诗！！

世界诗歌主持者，阿里阿索耶和阿列加德劳-穆希卡-奥莱亚与我们的里士满市尊敬的合作伙伴们，亚洲考察和中国中坤诗歌发展基金会将于5月17日下午6点30分在加拿大里士满举行庆祝著名的古代诗人李白的活动。

特色: Jan 长城博士， 森道哈达博士(世界诗歌大使--驻中国和蒙古)，多语种李白的诗歌以及传统中国音乐家陈Chen Ying Liang 先生和陈夫人。此次活动是免费。更多信息请看：ariadnes@uniserve.com

下面是由来自蒙古国森道哈达博士提供的一个简短介绍，并将特写在此活动。

李白（701一762）被认为是唐代（618-907）最伟大的浪漫主义诗人和盛唐文化的代表，是北方儒家哲学和诗经文化相结合的代表人物，以及以浪漫主义南方文化为代表的道家哲学和哀歌。但他既不能奉行他的儒家理想，为国报效，也不可能找到道教的精神自由。因此，他只好以吟诗，来借酒浇愁。如同杜甫在他的名诗《饮中八仙歌》中描述的：

李白一斗诗百篇，长安市上酒家眠，
天子呼来不上船，自称臣是酒中仙。

在这里，我们看到一位古人活在世间的孤独与不幸，就像一道从天而泻的庐山瀑布。

他的诗歌的特色气势雄伟，宛然飞流直下的庐山瀑布，《望庐山瀑布 》：

日照香炉生紫烟，遥看瀑布挂前川
飞流直下三千尺，疑是银河落九天

这其中我们看到似乎山云与银河系交融以及汉语中的银河，自高而降，天与地感觉合二为一的境界。这是与自然共融的古中国方式。从他的诗里，我们可以发现他对大自然的热爱，对自由向往，和他对百姓和朋友的友情是至真，至善，至美。

诗的录选准则：

• 诗务必是提交李白或为李白而作。
• 仅占一页，两页用另一种语言。
• 截止日期：5月5日。
• 诗需要有版权©和包括诗人姓名和国别名。
• 入选诗将会在里士满文化中心举行的李白生活庆典上展出。详情见下文。
• 欢迎各类人士和学校参加。
• 入选诗作品将在世界诗歌咖啡广播节目CFRO朗读，并在温哥华不列颠哥伦比亚102.7播放。
• 诗作品请发送至：ariadnes@uniserve.com
• 这是一个很好的学习机会，参与走进这大声誉诗人的生活中。

World Poetry Official Press Release

World Poetry Reading Series, World Poetry Café Radio Show,
Electronic Newsletter, Publishing Company, Special Events.
Contact person: Executive Director Ariadne Sawyer, MA
702-31 Elliot St, New Westminster, BC, V3L 5C9, Canada
604-526-4729
www.worldpoetics.blogspot.com
ariadnes@uniserve.com www.ariadnescoaching.com

World Poetry and ExplorASIAN 8th Anniversary proudly present:

The Life Celebration of the Ancient Chinese Poet Li Bai, (701-762)

May 17th, 6:30 pm, Richmond Cultural Centre, 100-7700 Minoru Gate

Hosts: Ariadne Sawyer & Alejandro Mujica-Olea

Featuring: Dr. Jan Walls, Biography of Li Bai
Dr. Hadaa Sendoo, World Poetry Ambassador to China and Mongolia
Multilingual Poetry of Li Bai in Chinese and other languages
Featured Chinese Traditional Musicians: Mr. Chen Ying Liang and Mrs. Chen
Worldwide poetry display of poems to Li Bai
Display from Zhongkun Poetry Development Foundation
(Three books of poetry by their chairperson Luo Ying)
Free, all are welcome
Info: 604-526-4729
Partners: World Poetry, explorASIAN, City of Richmond
&
The Zhongkun Poetry Development Foundation, China

"World Poetry - Bringing respect and peace to the world"

World Poetry
Reading Series, World Poetry Café Radio Show,
Electronic Newsletter, Publishing Company
Special Events.
Contact person: Ariadne Sawyer, MA
702-31 Elliot St, New Westminster,
BC, V3L 5C9, Canada
Phone-fax: 604-526-4729
www.worldpoetics.blogspot.com
ariadnes@uniserve.com www.ariadnescoaching.com

April 13, 2010.

Dear Honoured Guests,

We would like to invite you to our 9th anniversary Gala World Poetry Celebration with our partners at the Vancouver Public Library, Alice MacKaye Room, 350 West Georgia, Vancouver, BC, April 26th, 6:30 pm with hosts Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea. If you can’t come, please send greetings and good thoughts.
The World Poetry Reading Series, together with a group of dedicated volunteers are giving a World Poetry Lifetime Achievement Award to three individuals who we feel have contributed with their art in their own countries and Canada, making this country into a mosaic of different cultural ideas and philosophies. During their lifetimes, they have left in Canada a legacy from which all Canadians will benefit from. Some of these people, who in their own countries may have held important and influential positions, may now hold minor jobs in Canada today yet they have still contributed greatly to this country. They have helped us to create Canadian literature in one hundred languages, bringing the world’s people together to make a difference.
The Life Time Award Winners for 2010, voted by their peers are:
Lucia Gorea- originally from Transylvania, Romania, is an award-winning poet, a published writer and the founder of "Poetry Around the World." Her poems appear in numerous anthologies in Canada, the U.S. and Europe. She is the author of seven books: Journey Through My Soul, ESL Games and Classroom Activities, Speak English for Success and Practical Guide to Life Survival Skills, and others. Her recent children’s stories are Yukon, the Polar Bear and The Crow That Swallowed a Pearl. Lucia is currently translating Romanian folktales. The Enchanted Turtle, the first folktale in the series, along with her new collection of poetry, will be available in the fall of 2010.
Ibrahim Honjo, New Westminster, poet, writer, sculptor, painter and photographer was born in the former Yugoslavia. He arrived in Canada and Vancouver in 1995. He has published 10 books and is represented in five anthologies, as well as in many magazines, newspapers and radio stations. The last three collections Honjo published in English and Serbo-Croatian. He won several prizes in former Yugoslavia where he worked as an economist and journalist, book and newspapers editor, marketing director etc. His poetry has been translated into Korean, Slovenian and German.
Peter Lojewski, of New Westminster, a German - Canadian is a known painter, silent philanthropist and the author of several chapbooks. He reads his poetry in English and German at many poetic venues, and has shown his unique artwork in the Vancouver area. He is on the board of the World Poetry Committee and has served on numerous other boards such as the board of directors of CARFAC BC Canadian artist's representation/ Front des artistes Canadianes.

Volunteer of the Year, 2010: Sharon Rowe, Canadian, of New Westminster, is a challenged lady with many gifts including the dictation of the Handy Dart Stories. Sharon has been called a walking miracle by her community. She has created beautiful paper flowers for many World Poetry Events, and is now compiling a World Poetry Scrapbook and album. Sharon is a wonderful example of the best of volunteering.

Event Creator: Ariadne Sawyer, MA. of New Westminster, volunteer, co-founder and co-host of World Poetry, has spent many hours creating beautiful, respectful celebration events for many cultures, including the 702 birthday of Rumi, World Poetry Celebrates Black History Month and World Poetry Celebrates First Nations, to name a few.
Tables: World Poetry, Life time Achievement Award Winners, CAA and Pandora’s Collective.

We expect 75-100 people to be in attendance at the Gala event.
We want to thank you for your consideration of the Gala and are looking forward to hearing from you in the near future.

World Poetry Founders and Hosts:
Alejandro Mujica-Olea and Ariadne Sawyer
World Poetry Committee:
Amy Santos, Victoria Pascha
Dr. Diego Bastianutti
Addena Sumter-Freitag,
Cora Salvador, Heidi Mueller
Bernice Lever, Jacqueline Maire

World Poetry International Members:
Dr. Hadaa Sendoo, Mongolia. Dr. Rita Malhotra, India

World Poetry Background Information:
The World Poetry Organization was created by Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea and has been in existence for 12 years, beginning with the goal to provide a much needed venue where multi-cultural, multi-national poets, writers, and those in other artistic disciplines could perform in English and in their language of origin in an atmosphere of respect and honour. The World Poetry Reading Series at the Vancouver Public Library, World Poetry Café Radio Show on CFRO, The World Poetry Electronic Newsletter, World Poetry Publishing, World Poetry Workshop Series and the World Poetry Celebration Series are all components of a World Poetry movement based in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Recently, World Poetry has included World Poetry International with our first two international committee members: Dr. Hadaa Sendoo in Mongolia and Dr. Rita Malhotra in India.
World Poetry’s foundation is built on the great need to provide respect, honor, support, peace and love for all through the arts and education.
In the Vancouver, BC area, there are over 500 World Poetry poets, writers, musicians from 64 countries including a strong First Nations and Canadian component. On the World Poetry Electronic Newsletter, there are 4, 332 readers including participants. The World Poetry Café, on every Tuesday from 9-10 pm PST, is listened to on the internet in at least 23 countries on a regular basis.
One of World Poetry's mandates is to work with other groups and art disciplines in creating partnerships. Some successful partnerships have been the eight year partnership ExplorASIA celebrating Asian Heritage Month in May, The Women and Film Festival, TVA Film Company, The Vancouver Public Library (a nine year partnership), The City of New Westminster, The New Westminster Public Library, The New Westminster Arts Council, The City of Richmond, Gung Haggis Fat Choy World Poetry, The Backroom Theatre Club, The First Nations Longhouse and many others.
We are happy to welcome our new international partners for 2010:
Zhongkun International Poetry Foundation in Beijing.
Ankh Entertainment One, L.A. California.
New Celebration Series: World Poetry Celebrates the World! A multimedia show with poetry, music, dance and special effects with possible partners in Vancouver, LA and shows in China, India and Mongolia. Ariadne is in the process of bringing interested partners together to create a unique experience.
World Poetry is a volunteer based organization who does not receive any money from the government or grants.
Proofreading help by Franci Louann .

World Poetry New Westminster
Night Out!
April 12th

6: 30 PM
New Westminster Public Library
716-6th Avenue
(Auditorium Room)
New Westminster, BC
Your hosts: Ariadne Sawyer & Jemma Downes.

Featured poets:
*Diane Laloge
*Anita Aguirre Nieveras
*Greg Bruce
*Krista Hernadi
*Gordon Mumford
*Michael Morris

Open mike.
All Welcome!
Multicultural, multilingual readings.
For more info and sign up: Ariadne Sawyer, MA 604-526-4729

You Are Invited!

World Poetry International Dinner Fundraiser, April 17th, 5:30 pm at the Alliance for Arts and Culture, 938 Howe St. Vancouver, BC
Sample food from Costa Rica, Korea, Germany, Transylvania, France, Philippines, Chile and Croatia!
Gift baskets from Yvonne Chen for the silent auction, door prizes, music by the well known Rene Kwan and open poetry reading.
Have fun with our World Poetry Family!
All proceeds go for the 9th World Poetry Gala, April 26th, 6:30 PM at the Vancouver Public Library, 350 West Georgia, Alice MacKaye Room.
To reserve your $12.00 ticket, contact Ariadne sawyer, ariadnes@uniserve.com or 604-526-4729

World Poetry Call for Poems for the Poet Li Bai!

World Poetry hosts, Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea with our esteemed partners The City of Richmond, explorASIAN and the Zhongkun Poetry Development Foundation, China are celebrating the famous ancient Chinese Poet Li Bai in Richmond, BC, Canada on May 17th at 6:30 PM.
Featuring: Dr. Jan Wall, Dr. Hadaa Sendoo, (World Poetry Ambassador to China and Mongolia) Multilingual Poetry of Li Bai and Traditional Chinese musicians Mr. Chen Ying Liang and Mrs. Chen. The event is free. Information: ariadnes@uniserve.com
Here is a brief bio by Dr. Hadaa Sendoo from Mongolia, who will be featured at the event.
Li Bai (701-762) is regarded as the greatest romantic poet of the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and a representative of the high Tang culture, combination of realistic Northern culture represented by Confucian philosophy and the Book of Poetry, and romantic Southern culture represented by Taoist philosophy and the Elegies of the South. But he could neither fulfill his Confucian ideal to serve the country nor find spiritual freedom in Taoism, so he could only chant poetry and drink wine to drown his sorrow as describe by Du Fu in Eight Immortal Drinkers (Li Bai could turn sweet nectar into verses; Drunk in the capital, he'd lie in shops of wine). Here we see the tragedy of a genuine staying lonely on earth like an angel fallen from Heave. His poetry is marked by masculine grandeur in the Waterfall in Mount Lu Viewed from Afar (The sunlit Censer Peak exhales incense-like cloud; The cataract hangs like upended stream, sounding lout. Its torrent dashes down three thousand feet from high / As if the Silver River fell from azure sky), in which we see the mountain exhale cloud from down below and the Silver River, Chinese name for the Milky Way, fall from on high, and heaven and earth seem to merge into one, that is the Chinese way of communion with nature. In his poetry we can find his love of nature, of freedom, of the people, of his friends, in short, of truth, good and beauty.
Poem guidelines:
• Poems need to be to Li Bai or for Li Bai.
• One page only, two pages in another language.
• Deadline: May 5th.
• Poems need to have copyright © and include the name of poet and country.
• Selected poems will be put on display at the Richmond Cultural Centre during the Life Celebration of Li Bai. See additional information below.
• Classes and schools are welcome to participate.
• Selected poems will be read on the World Poetry Café Radio Show, CFRO, and 102.7 FM in Vancouver British Columbia.
• Send poems to ariadnes@uniserve.com

• It is a great opportunity to learn and participate in the life of this greatly honoured poet.

Ariadne Sawyer, MA
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Join your hosts Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea for a speacial show with Poet SANDRA WASERMAN Literary Agent for film and television projects and poet.FOR BOSS MANAGEMENT, March 9th at 9 PM, PST on The World Poetry Cafe Radio Show, CFRO 102.7 FM

Sandra was born in Montreal, grew up in Ottawa and lived in Toronto, Calgary and now resides in Vancouver.
She is hard working Capricorn Fire Dog who works diligently and is passionate about helping those on her roster reach their full potential.

Her background in the industry spans decades. In the early years she wrote radio programs and had three shows from entertainment to a call in talk show, and Editorials for CBC.
She produced a magazine format show called “It’s a New Age and a New You” which she wrote and co-hosted. She was involved in documentary films. She also gave the floor boards a workout in Theatre. Working behind the scenes she took jobs as a Production Assistant, she set up a company doing Set Design for Photography and Film, as well as Location Scouting and Security.
For three years running she was called in to Judge the ACTRA Awards. Her good eye and sharp intuition help her recognize talent quickly and she is always interested in providing advice from her many years of experience in the industry.
Boss Management is a Boutique Agency and has become very selective with regard to who we represent. Please send her your resume and headshots and we will be in touch with you to set up an interview. Sandra looks forward to meeting you.
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World Poetry Café Radio Show Proudly Presents: author Simone Brenneman on March 2nd , Tuesday night at 9 –m PST, CFRO 102.7 FM, satellite: Star Choice 845 or on the internet: www.coopradio.org
Hosts Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea.
A TRUE LIFE TALE OF AUSTISM AND COURAGE
--How One Advocate Is Peeling Away the Layers and Unraveling the Complexities and the Intricacies of this Fascinating and Intriguing ‘Disorder’
The music group, Moody Blues best puts Simone Brenneman’s feelings to words regarding her years of study, love and understanding of the illness labeled ‘autism’ in one of their songs “Won’t You Meet Me Halfway?” This has become Brenneman’s “autism anthem,” as it articulates the foundation of her belief in how she approaches anyone with autism.
The mother of two children with autism and author of the new book Effervescence: A True-Life Tale of Autism and of Courage, Brenneman become deeply disturbed over the past couple of years, where the focus seemed to be that of “curing” individuals with autism, as she believes that should not necessarily be the goal. Through her extensive work with autistic children, she is revealing that greater acceptance of individuals with autism will enhance their lives; lessen many of the symptoms because they will feel more at peace with themselves and the world around them. People with autism experience life differently than those of us without autism and there is much to be learned from them. They have a place in this world. It is an extremely challenging disorder, but also an extraordinarily fascinating one.
In an inspirational, educational and motivational interview, Brenneman will discuss:
• Why she thinks that using the term ‘autism’ as a label can be toxic
• Some of the utterly fascinating ways that an autistic mind and body can work
• Tips for establishing a positive home environment for a family with autistic children
• How to appreciate this illness and learn how to live with it not simply try to ‘cure it’

Psychologist, Director of ABLE a Developmental Clinic in British Columbia, Canada and close working associate, Dr. Glen Davies states, “Brenneman uses her gifts of sensitivity and creativity to enter deeply into the unique worlds of her autistic children and others, to truly understand them and to see the world through their lives.”
Simone Brenneman is a mother of two daughters and two sons. As described in Effervescence, one daughter is challenged and deeply gifted, in part, by autism.
One son is challenged by autism, ADHD, Cri du Chat Syndrome, a mental disability and a number of other developmental issues, and is in his own way, gifted. In the past, Ms. Brenneman has worked as a special education assistant and currently works as a behavioral interventionist for several beautiful children challenged by autism. She also has a long history of designing unique and child-specific strategies and programs for her own children.
Effervescence…A True-Life Tale of Autism and of Courage can be purchased from www.amazon.com, www.barnesandnoble.com and through all major bookstores.
To download the show:
1. Go to www.coopradio.org
in the second paragraph it says:
Audio mp3 archive 128Kbps or 32Kbps
Use these links to download past shows to your computer.
2. Click on the "128Kbps" link. It takes you to a page that allows you to select the segment of archives that you want to download...
3. Enter the date of the show (World Poetry Café) you would like to download (make sure you put the correct date in both start and end time fields)
4. Enter the start and end time of the show (24 hour clock - so for your show you would enter 21:00 - 22:00)
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6. It will ask you whether you want to save or open the file, click "Save"
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click "Save"
8. When the file is finished downloading a window will open asking if you want to open the file - if you want to listen to it now, click "open", if you want to listen to it later, close the window.

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Animal Mother Films is producing a series of short films about the social and cultural landscape of Vancouver in light of the 2010 Winter Olympics called "With Glowing Hearts." 

In a new segment released on Jan 30th, With Glowing Hearts documents the True North Media House campaign to encourage social reporting of the arts and cultural events and educate about best practices for creating and publishing content.

Director Andrew Lavinge sets up the WGHthemovie.ca- Webisode #2 'True North Media House' webisode in the announcement:

"In this video you will meet ‘Techartist’ Kris Krug and ‘Social Media Guru’ Dave Olson.  I first met Kris and Dave on Feb. 3rd 2009. There was a shout out on Twitter about a meetup at a Gastown tech company for those who were interested in exploring social media’s inclusion in the 2010 Winter Olympics. There was quite a buzz in the air that night as folks were excited about the idea of creating a non accredited media center.  That buzz has continued through the year and is reaching its peak  as Citizen Journalist from around the world gather in Vancouver."

Along with True North Media House campaign, With Glowing Hearts crew followed W2 Woodwards arts project and April Smith and AHA Media.

Follow With Glowing Hearts

WGHthemovie.ca- Webisode #2 'True North Media House' on Vimeo

With Glowing Hearts on You Tube

@wghmovie on Twitter

With Glowing Hearts blog

With Glowing Hearts on Flickr

More With Glowing Hearts Coverage

WGHthemovie.ca- Webisode #2 ‘True North Media House’ [video] - True North Media House

Creating the People's History of 2010: Accredit Yourself and Start Reporting, Partying, and Schmoozing with the World - Vancouver Observer 

With Glowing Hearts film documents True North Media campaign - Now Public

With Glowing Hearts the movie - DOXA Film Fest 

With Glowing Hearts… Webisode – The True North Media House - Vancouver Access 2010

With Glowing Hearts ~ The True North ~ Strong and Social - Ephemeral Feasthouse

World Poetry Celebrates Black History Month February 6,
2-pm. 811 Carnarvon Street, Centre of Integration for African Immigrants Celebration,
New Westminster.
An extravaganza of poetry, music and dance.
Hosts Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea.
A welcome by Qayqayt First Nations Chief Rhonda Larrabee.
Readings by multicultural, multilingual poets
African Dance with Bemi Douglas
Free. All are invited.
Create a poem and read it!
Info 604-526-4729

Special Radio Celebration Program! A Tribute to John Keats!
World Poetry Café Celebrates the famous English Poet John Keats.
Sept. 15,
9:00 PST.
Co-op Radio CFRO, 102.7 FM
To listen on the internet, go to: www.coopradio.org or by satellite: STARCHOICE 845
You can also download the show by going to archives after the show.
The show will feature a biography of John Keats and some of his poems in English and Spanish.
Also featured: the Tribute to John Keats Poetry Contest winners selected by judges Carol Knepper, Dr. Lucia Gorea and Alejandro Mujica-Olea.
Additional selected poems by contestants will also be read.

This program is in partnership with TVA films for their film BRIGHT STAR which will be opening in major theatres across Canada on September 18th.
BRIGHT STAR, which is a historic love story about the life and times of the famous poet John Keats, will be premiering as a favorite at the Toronto International Film Festival in September. It stars Abbie Cornish and Ben Whishaw and is directed by Academy Award Winner Jane Campion. It is a very special film to the studio and the surrounding literature, poetry and spoken word community in many cities across Canada and throughout the US and England because of the impact Keats had on the literary world.
Bright Star
View the trailer now at: http://www.tribute.ca/movies/Bright+Star/19106

Release Date: September 18, 2009
Genre: Drama
Director: Jane Campion
Cast: Abbie Cornish, Ben Whishaw

Synopsis: London 1818: a secret love affair begins between 23 year old English poet, John Keats and the girl next door Fanny Browne, an out-spoken student of high fashion. This unlikely pair began at odds, he thinking her a stylish minx, while she was unimpressed not only by his poetry but also by his literature in general. However, when Fanny heard that Keats was nursing his seriously ill younger brother her efforts to help touched Keats and when she asked him to teach her about poetry he agreed. The poetry soon became a romantic remedy that worked not only to sort their differences but also to fuel an impressioned love affair.

*** Since it is almost time for the Coop Radio Fundraiser for our show, think about renewing your membership or joining the World Poetry Café radio show! Contact: ariadnes@uniserve.com

Ariadne Sawyer, MA
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Vancouver Metis Artist Mark MiLan has been shut out to Olympic opportunities as he stands alongside his 2600 member Vancouver Metis Community Association, whom are not one of MNBC chartered community.

Since refusing to revoke his Vancouver Metis Community Association (VMCA) membership to gain membership with Olympic MOU Partner Metis Nation British COlumbia, Vancouver Metis Artist/Designer Mark MiLan of MiLan Art Ltd. has been shut out. Mark MiLan has worked over five years preparing for this great event having developed a Metis cultural project unique in Canada. Creating uniquely Metis artworks and accessories which celebrate Aboriginal Metis culture in a Vancouver marketplace void of such items surely would have made many Canadian Metis proud having been on such an international stage, but is appears that it is politics as usual for the MNBC leadership. With little more than only five months till the Games begin, Vancouver has yet to hear any announcement of any its local Aboriginal Metis artists/businesses that will be part of the Olympic program. In fact, most Canadian Metis communities whom are not affiliated with the MNBC and as well as the Metis National Council will not be a part of the Games, as they have no representation from any governmental agency for these Olympics. Unpresidented Aboriginal participation for the 2010 Olympics for Canadian Metis is solely reserved for OLympic MOU partner MNBC family.

Mark MiLan is now appealing to the greater Canadian Metis audience to offer its support in supporting his project outside the Olympic fence, so the World can see to experience true grassroots Metis art and accessories. More information about this Metis cultural project can be viewed at the MiLan Art Ltd. web page. Show your support/pride of being Metis and please get involved to ensure these Games are not held for ransom by political groups.

60,000 people self-identify in BC as Metis in census 2007, and only 4,000 are registered MNBC members. So, take your place and have a voice about how the Metis are involved for the 2010 Olympics. Write your government officials and demand to know why after more than five years since the announcement of the 2010 Vancouver Olympics is there no meaningfull Metis participation.

Some people seem to walk through life charmed, with a lucky turn waiting around every corner. Most of us, however, tend to find our luck in little ways throughout the days by capturing the moments that mean the most to us and keeping those memories close at heart.

I feel extremely lucky each and every day… lucky to be able to count my blessings… lucky to be able to care for my family and friends… and lucky to be able to truly do my best for those around me. How fortunate we are to have new chances, new challenges and new discoveries waiting for us. No need for lucky charms or four-leaf clovers, not when we have the opportunity to continuously learn, grow, give back and contribute to this wonderful world we live in.

I am blessed to work in an industry that allows me to do just that. As a REALTOR®, I have the opportunity to serve my community by sharing my real estate knowledge and experience with people who are very important in my life: my customers. I will always be here for you, with undeniable passion and unwavering commitment. The way I see it, the best part is the fun I have making good friends and lasting memories along the way! How lucky is that?

Take advantages of these lowest mortages rates offered by Sutton Mortgage Program and contact Maria Mak and my team at Sutton Centre Realty TODAY at 604-839-6368, or visit my website at http://www.mariamak.com, you'll be smiling too!

Executive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu For Over 40
Presented by Raz Chan Ftiness & Mobile Personal Training

Raz Chan Fitness is pleased to announce their new program, Executive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) For Over 40. Many people consider BJJ to be a rough sport, catering primarily to young males. However, in the right environment, people 40 years and older can practice this cerebral martial art in their later years as a great form of exercise. Participants can expect a good cardio/conditioning workout, while also learning some of the technical aspects of BJJ. Class time is split between instructional guidance, with plenty of time left for rolling/sparring to apply what you’ve learned. Open to women and men.

CLASS LOCATION
All classes are held at 4588 Clancy Loranger Way, Vancouver (next to Nat Bailey Stadium).

CLASS TIMES
4 sessions, beginning September 30/09
Wednesdays, 8 pm – 9:30 pm

COST
$60 including GST

REGISTRATION
To register for the September session, please email raz@razchanfitness.com to request a registration form.
For more information about the program, visit http://www.razchanfitness.com/services/bjj or call 604-839-2838.

WOMEN'S CARDIO KICKBOXING BOOTCAMP
Presented by Raz Chan Fitness and Mobile Personal Training

Head back to fall with a new workout – join our Women’s Cardio Kickboxing Bootcamp!

We’re now accepting registrations for our October session. Experience a total body workout class, combining kickboxing, boxing, and cardio drills in a fun-filled, non-competitive and supportive environment. Suitable for all fitness levels. View video clips and photos of previous Bootcamp classes at http://www.razchanfitness.com

ABOUT OUR BOOTCAMP CLASSES
All Bootcamps are 60 minutes per session, 3x/week (12 sessions).
Due to the format of our Bootcamp, we do not offer drop-in rates.
Participants are required to come to class with handwraps and cardio boxing gloves.
Please view our online FAQs for questions on our registration policy, missed classes, refunds, etc. at http://www.razchanfitness.com/links

REGISTRATION COSTS & DEADLINES
Early bird registration – pay on or before Sept. 25/09 and pay only $105 (price includes GST).
All registrations after Sept. 25/09 will be $164.
Class spot only reserved upon receipt of payment – first come, first serve.

LOCATIONS & SCHEDULE
Select the time slot below most convenient for you. Note: no classes on October 10 and 12.

**All Saturday classes take place at 2875 St. George St. (near Fraser & Kingsway).**

BURNABY – CENTRAL @ 6050 Sussex Avenue (by Metropolis, corner of Grange St.) - select one time slot.

Tues/Thurs – 6 pm to 7 pm + Saturday – 9:30 am to 10:30 am
or
Tues/Thurs – 7 pm to 8 pm + Saturday – 9:30 am to 10:30 am
Class begins/ends: Oct. 1 - 29/09

VANCOUVER-WEST SIDE @ 4588 Clancy Loranger Way - select one time slot.

Mon/Wed/Fri - 5 pm to 6 pm
Class begins/ends: Oct. 2 - 30/09

Mon/Wed/Fri - 6 pm to 7 pm
Class begins/ends: Oct. 2 – 30/09

Mon/Wed – 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm + Saturday – 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Class begins/ends: Oct. 5 - Nov. 4/09

TO REGISTER
To download and complete a registration form at http://www.razchanfitness.com/services/downloads.
All instructions, including payment, are included in the registration form.
For more information, call Raz Chan at 604-839-2838 or e-mail mailto:raz@razchanfitness.com

Despite rhetoric to the contrary it appears that yesterday's BC Liberal budget is designed to increase greenhouse gas emissions in this province.

The largest sources of greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions in our province are from transportation and the fossil fuel extraction industries. So, the government chose to specifically increase activities in these areas.

There were cuts in health care, education and other social services. But no cuts in the province's controversial highway expansion projects. Even though the province's own documents admit that these projects will increase ghg emissions.

And the province kept in place the massive subsidies to the fossil fuel extraction industries. Costing the tax payers millions while increasing pollution.

But the government was not content to rely on these measures alone to increase ghg emissions. It cutback and cancelled many programs designed to reduce emissions.

The PST exemption on bikes, renewable energy systems and energy efficiency products is gone with the new HST. It also cancelled the LiveSmart program which also helped fund renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.

And funding for public transit is up in the air. The government has made promises about funding for transit. But Translink, the agency responsible for delivering the services has said it does not have enough money for the evergreen line, the third seabus or additional much needed bus capacity. Again there seems to plenty of money for highway expansion but not for transit even though transit investment creates three times as many jobs.

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Russian-born jazz sensation Olga Osipova is bringing her beautiful slow silken jazz and sultry velvet voice to the Cellar Jazz Club, 3511 W. Broadway, on Thursday August 13th. Joining Olga – piano/vocals are musicians Bryn Flock on guitar and Bernie Addington on bass. Doors open at 8:00pm, performance at 8:30pm, tickets are $17 at the door.

After the launch of her all-original debut CD “Velvet & Lace” things started happening fast for Olga. Only a couple months after the Canadian release, the CD has already topped the smooth jazz charts in her native Russia, was added to rotation on many radio stations in Canada and across the world (USA, Australia, Brazil, New Zealand, France, Portugal, Italy, Netherlands, Poland etc.) Olga’s music is receiving rave reviews from the press including the prestigious JazzTimes Magazine; she won the Jazz Artist of the Year at the BC Interior Music Awards in 2008, and most recently, Olga was announced Finalist in the 8th Annual Independent Music Awards. She is currently available for interviews and public appearances upon request.

Olga’s story is quite unique; after living in two different countries and going through two immigrations, she chose Canada as her home and music as her career.

Born in St. Petersburg, Russia, Olga grew up in a musical family. Her uncle, a famous concert pianist, recognized her talent from an early age and made sure that Olga received classical piano lessons from the best instructors in the country. At fourteen, she was already an accomplished pianist, winning awards and performing complex arrangements well beyond her years.

As she became more fascinated with the art of composition, she began writing instrumental pieces, later adding lyrics to her compositions, as her skill improved.

A passionate student, Olga felt like she needed to expand her writing beyond her first language and completed a Masters degree in Linguistics. Now fluent in Russian, German and English, she moved to Germany and continued her performance career and musical training at Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg.

It was in Germany that Olga joined a popular jazz a-cappella group Point 7. She toured Germany and Switzerland with Point 7, performing for crowds of 500+ people. At that time, Olga began to write in German; soon her original song "Wieder und Wieder" ("Again and Again") was receiving local radio play, with Olga's voice and musical style being compared to the late, smoky Marlene Dietrich.

From Germany Olga moved to Canada where she released her debut CD in July 2008. She performs regularly for her fans and music lovers world-wide and continues to enchant audiences from British Columbia to Russia, and many points in between.

“Absolutely stunning album...This is a warm melodic and haunting sound that mesmerizes the listener. The album is moody and engaging subduing the listener into its spell binding style... A breath of fresh air albeit a sexy sounding breath of fresh air... More than Smooth Jazz and more than just a Jazz album, this is in a class of its own...” – Peter Meritt, Music Manager, PBS 106-7 FM Melbourne Australia

"...Much as Madeleine Peyroux naturally evokes a hazy, retro vibe haunted by the ghost of Billie Holiday, Osipova spontaneously suggests the luxuriant smolder of Marlene Dietrich. But Osipova does the iconic screen siren one better. Again rivaling Peyroux, she proves herself an excellent songsmith, crafting a dozen consistently fine tunes that extend from the coy playfulness of “Don’t Forget About Love” and arch lustfulness of “Come and See Me Alone” to the bruised longing of “Unavailable,” murky wistfulness of “St. Petersburg” and gentle, romantic swirl of “Wieder und Wieder” ...Perhaps a porcelain-skinned newcomer who evokes images of dimly lit Berlin cabarets from a long-faded era may not have the makings of wide appeal. Then again, it hasn’t exactly kept Ute Lemper in obscurity." http://jazztimes.com/articles/24640-velvet-lace-olga-osipova - Thomas Conrad, JazzTimes Magazine, May 2009

“If you like smooth jazz with smoky, romantic lyrics- this is a delicate treat you can’t ignore.” - John Kereiff, BC Musician Magazine

Jazz guitarist Bryn Flock hails from Vernon, B.C., and is a recipient of the 2008 Vancouver Coastal Jazz and Blues Society Scholarship.

A bassist since the age of 13, Bernie Addington has been a respected player in the Vancouver music scene for a long time, working with top local and international artists, and touring North America. A resident of the Okanagan, Bernie is one the B.C. interior’s most sought after musicians.

Learn more about Olga Osipova: http://www.olgaosipova.com

Vancouver July 13, 2009 - It isn't every day that a musician finds Hon. Stockwell Day and Merritt B.C. Mayor Susan Roline in the backseat of her limo on the way to a festival performance. The pair graciously accompanied Karen to her Merritt Mountain Music Festival show last Thursday to a crowd of approx. 15,000 people. Karen's limousine was granted exclusive access to the festival grounds and her entourage created a stir by handing out Karen's CD "Pushing the Edge" and Hevy D Popcorn to enthusiastic fans along the way.

Karen is currently touring Western Canada in support of her debut CD, PUSHING THE EDGE and the affiliated release of her music video for the song “Tell Me”. Karen’s other tour dates in Western Canada are listed at www.myspace.com/karenfowlie.

“You’ve got to hear this girl’s voice!” - CFUV Radio Victoria

“Karen Fowlie is a pearl in the Sea to Sky corridor” – Sonia Lebans, Wild Art Festival President

Learn more about Karen Fowlie:

http://www.karenfowlie.com

http://www.myspace.com/karenfowlie

http://www.twitter.com/karenfowlie

Biggest Loser Kitsilano
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Urban Adventure Bootcamp
It's time to kick it up a notch with this bootcamp-style class for all levels! Push through intense circuits of non-choreographed cardio, dynamic strength work and lots of core exercises – it’s an energizing total body workout using the natural landscapes and features of our City's beautiful Parks and Beaches! Whether you're looking to lose weight, increase strength or build endurance, this program is designed to help you reach your fitness goals FAST! Completed PAR-Q & COS Boot Camp Waiver must be submitted prior to attending first class. Click here to Register or find more info

I received a letter yesterday indicating that I have received a parking violation ticket back in May 2009 while I've parked in a reserved lot. However, I have not received any ticket on that specific day by a DP patrol. So I phoned them this morning to dispute the ticket and I had to go through their complicated voice messaging system for 5 min to figure out which option to choose from, finally I went through their company directory as there was no clear option to choose and talk to a person. Anyway, after I spoke with the agent she claimed that I received a ticket on May 27 and I walked away to another store where does not belong to their parking lot so the patrol person issued me a ticket. When I asked for a copy of the ticket she claimed they do not have any copy just details. I insist on not receiving any ticket so she offered me just pay the ticket original amount in 15 days not the penalties. This is a same case that happened to friend of mine a month ago. So I figured it out they are trying to charge people as much as they can. I really do not know what to do and do not want to pay this unfair charge as I was neither parked there nor received any ticket. Pls advice what to do with these kind of scams. BTW, I live in Lonsdal NV area and I received twice parking ticket from City of North Van with actual ticket and I paid them on time with no penalties. So if there was a ticket I would not missed it and knew about for sure.

Thursday July 9, 2009 at 9:00 p.m. Karen Fowlie is poised to take the Merritt Mountain Music Festival stage in the latest hot cowboy couture by Rokcreation Fashion Design. Known for original designs with Swarovski crystal embellishments, Rokcreation Fashion Design has outfitted celebrities from Arlo Guthrie to Anne Heche.

Fowlie is also sponsored by Hevy D Popcorn and will be giving away promotional bags of popcorn at her two other Mountainfest performances in the Songwriters’ Circle Thursday July 9, 2009 and Saturday July 11, 2009 (both commencing at 11:30 a.m.). Karen is currently available for interviews and public appearances upon request.

Karen embarked on her Western Canadian tour this week in support of her debut CD, PUSHING THE EDGE and the affiliated release of her music video for the song “Tell Me”. “Tell Me” garnered Karen an ACCOLADE FROM THE BRITISH COLUMBIA ATTORNEY GENERAL and obtained national exposure in 7-11 and Wal-Mart stores as Hevy D Popcorn included “Tell Me” as a free download in their product. Karen’s other tour dates in Western Canada are listed at www.myspace.com/karenfowlie.

“You’ve got to hear this girl’s voice!” - CFUV Radio Victoria

“Karen Fowlie is a pearl in the Sea to Sky corridor” – Sonia Lebans, Wild Art Festival President

Karen resides in LION’S BAY with her husband, actor Steve Thackray and their 2-year-old son Dylan.

Learn more about Karen Fowlie:

http://www.karenfowlie.com

http://www.myspace.com/karenfowlie

http://www.twitter.com/karenfowlie