In This Issue
A MESSAGE FROM OUR SPONSOR
23rd Annual YMCA MLK Breakfast
THE SAN DIEGO REPERTORY THEATRE INVITE YOU TO...SUPPORT LATINO THEATRE
Fair Housing Laws and Litigation Conference
Support Farmworkers
Alpha Phi Alpha Holiday Ball
15th Annual MANA Brindis
Anthology of the Cuban Spirit
Free Massages and more by the LAternative Health Network
Communication Workshops
Jean Isaaxe San Diego Dance Theather Cabaret Dances
Conference: Prevention of Drug Abuse
December Nights @ Balboa Park
Hip-Hopping into KWANZAA
The 4th Annual USD Institute for Nonprofit Governance
13th Annuala Meals-on-Wheels Holiday Concert
Article HeadlineJACKIE ROBINSON FAMILY YMCA...12th...ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
Friedns of Scott Pajama Drive
MLK All Peoples Breakfast0-Spread the word
Project New Village Holiday Gift Mall
Family Day in the Village
SDIRC Continued Call for Donations
2008 NCLR Annual Conference
NLBWA - San Diego Awards Luncheon
redz 2nd annual holiday bazaar
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Greetings!

 
I hope that each of you had the opportunity this past holiday weekend to spend time with your families and rest. For our family it was a very blessed thanksgiving as we had much to be thankful for with the arrival of Dahlia (our new baby girl) this last month. She continues to be a healthy baby making sure mommy and daddy get as little sleep as possible.
 
Back to business: I wanted to take a quick moment to introduce a new feature of LA VOZ. Every e-mail sent has now been archived on a website and can be accessed anytime you wish to refer back to a previous newsletter. In order to reach this website click on the quick links section of this newsletter or visit:  http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs063/1101675060038/archive/1101890186390.html
 
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Community Events
A MESSAGE FROM OUR SPONSORAyon Construction
We, at Ayon Construction, want to be your building industry source. Starting November 2007, I will forward monthly newsletters with easy to follow "how-to" tips for simple home improvement projects, remodeling ideas, deals/sales on materials, renovation trends, company updates and information, etc. Emails will arrive approximately at the beginning of each month. If you are comfortable receiving messages from Ayon Construction, enjoy our home improvement tips and information and feel free to share amongst those that may also be interested. To become a part of this list, you can sign up at www.ayonconsturction.com or simply email [email protected] with your request. We hope you will choose us for your next home remodeling project.  Many thanks to all of you for your time and support.

Lourdes Ayon Jimenez
Ayon Construction -- Your building industry source
[email protected]
(619) 469-1439 office
(619) 469-4198 fax

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THE SAN DIEGO REPERTORY THEATRE INVITE YOU TO

 

SUPPORT LATINO THEATRE!

 

YOUR ORGANIZATION CAN RAISE $$$ THROUGH GROUP SALES!!

 

$5.00 DISCOUNT PER TICKET

FOR PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS
 

November 17 - December 16, 2007

Lyceum Theatre - Horton Plaza

By Rick Najera
Directed by Sam Woodhouse

Are you ready to party? The Valderama family of National City invites you to celebrate their daughter's quincea�era (sweet fifteen coming-of-age party).

 

Patriarch Eduardo has returned home from Mexico with unexplained riches after a ten year absence that began the day his daughter Sonora turned 15. He vows to put his family back on their feet, on one condition: 25-year-old Sonora must agree to star in the quincea�era party that Dad bailed out on ten years ago!

 

Sweet 15 pits father against daughter, wife and grandmother in the midst of superstar singers and dancers in a very funny and interactive comedy.

 

San Diego native Najera is the author and star of the longest running Latino show in Broadway history - Latinologues - and an award winning writer for "MAD TV" and "In Living Color" and numerous others shows.

 

IS YOUR ORGANIZATION INTERESTED?

 

 

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO RAISE $$$ THROUGH GROUP SALES

PLEASE CALL 619-231-3586 EXT. 619 

 

 The REP:

"Home to Latino & Latina Artists and Playwrights for 30 Years."

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Working Under The Gun
It's Not Just an Expression

Workers of Starrh and Starrh Cotton Growers--a large cotton, hay, and almond producer in California-need your help. They need you to e-mail Cal OSHA immediately and tell them to investigate the violations at the ranch right away and prosecute the company to the fullest extent of the law. When you hear what the workers' lives are like, you will be horrified...and furious. Please take a moment to help these workers by sending your e-mail today!

"I have been working for Starrh and Starrh for five years", Alejandro Gil told us. "The working conditions are awful. We are exposed to a lot of dust and we do not have any protection. In the last two or three days, I have been feeling a pain in my chest and my back when I breathe...The owner's brother-in-law always puts pressure on workers. He wants more production. The brother-in-law always carries a gun on his waist to scare workers."

"We never had bathrooms, fresh water or water to wash our hands. Sometimes we do not get any breaks. They put a lot of pressure on us to work faster. When I helped them packing hay, I worked up to 16 hours without breaks." said Gerardo Negrete. "I am a sprayer and they do not give us what we need to protect ourselves from the chemicals. I have sprayed [pesticide] without gloves, masks or overalls. They only give those to us when we are close to roads where maybe some inspectors can see us...The foremen make fun of us for not having the protection we need."

Francisco Villasa�a, another 20-year employee, reports, "The foreman is abusive. Not only does he humiliate us, but he also does not provide us with fresh water--he actually drinks our water."  

Listening to these workers makes you wonder if we've stepped into a time warp. Really, how can this happen in 2007?

There are laws that say that workers need breaks for meals and to rest. There are laws that say that workers must have clean water to drink, and protection from sun and extreme heat. There are laws that say that workers must have bathrooms--for their own health--and that of the consumers who eat the food that comes from those fields.

Please send an e-mail to Cal OSHA--the agency responsible for protecting farm workers and enforcing these laws--and tell them to investigate these violations immediately and prosecute the company to the fullest extent of the law.

http://www.ufwaction.org/campaign/gun

 

Alphas Holiday Ball
15th Annual MANA Brindis
 
We are pleased to announce 15th Annual Brindis Gala on Nov 30 2007. Because there is a limited capacity for this event, we recommend advanced registration.
Click on the link below to register online and reserve your seat.

MANA de San Diego
15th Annual Brindis Gala
Nov 30 2007, 05:30 PM to 11:00 PM
Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina

Click Here For More Details

For further information contact:
MANA de San Diego
Phone: 619-225-9594
Fax : 619-225-0500
Email: [email protected]
http://www.sdmana.org
Cuban Spirit
The Alternative Healing Network, Inc. (a 501(c)3 non-profit) has begun a series of "INTEGRATIVE HEALTH NIGHTS" to improve accessibility to "alternative" healing techniques for the under-served communities of Southeastern San Diego (Diamond District)  and City Heights.

1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month from 3 - 7 PM
**Nov. 15th & Dec. 6th**
Tubman - Chavez Multicultural Center
415 N. Euclid Avenue
San Diego, CA 92114


And on Wednesday, Dec. 19th from 3-7 PM at:
City Heights Wellness Center
4440 Wightman St Ste 200
San Diego, CA 92105


We will be offering FREE treatments in:

-Massage (10-15 minute chair massage)

-Acupuncture (NADA protocols for stress reduction and addiction therapy)

-Energy Healing (Reiki, Jin Shin Acutouch, Qi Gong Healing...)

-Classes in Meditative Arts & Yoga

-Western Vital Screenings (BP, Heart Rate, etc...)

We hope you'll join us and help spread the word about what we're doing in your community.


The Alternative Healing Network is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the use of and improving accessibility to "Integrative" healing techniques.  We are the proud coordinators of the annual "San Diego Healing Arts Festival" in Balboa Park in May, which in 2007 hosted over 13,000 participants.

For more information, visit us on-line at:
www.althealnet.org

Thanks for your support of integrative health in San Diego!
Communication WorkshopsFamily Development Workshop
 
Jean Isaaxe San Diego Dance Theather Cabaret DancesCabaret (Front)
Cabaret (Back)
Conference: Prevention of Drug Abuse
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December Nights @ Balboa Park
December Nights at Balboa Park

Balboa Park December Nights presented by Barona, San Diego's favorite kick-off to the holiday season, will take place for the 30th consecutive year on

  • Friday, December 7, 5:00-10:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, December 8, noon-10:00 p.m.

In the spirit of the holidays, participating Balboa Park museums open their doors free of charge from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. both evenings. The beloved San Diego event features sparkling lights, theatrical and musical entertainment, and exotic Food/Spirits throughout the Park. "My Ancestor's Village," sponsored by Barona, shares the rich culture of San Diego's Native American community with December Nights visitors. The largest free community festival in San Diego, December Nights is expected to attract more than 300,000 visitors over two days.



Get your Puerto Rican Food Early!

The House of Puerto Rico San Diego will join its fellow member houses of the House of Pacific Relations to provide festive food offerings for the occasion. Don't leave it for the last minute. Get there early. We always sell out.

Be Savvy Getting Around!

Click on the above banner image to connect to the Balboa Park website where they provide useful information on how to get there and the parking situation. It is a massive event with loads of fun to enjoy. The more you know, the more you'll enjoy yourself.
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The 4th Annual USD Institute for Nonprofit Governance
Reconsidering Governance: Proven practices, Present challenges, Promising futures

When : Friday, January 11 & Saturday, January 12, 2008

Where: University of San Diego, Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice

Registration: For online registration and event information, please visit:
www.sandiego.edu/nonprofit/events

To view the Institute brochure with registration information and a detailed agenda plus keynote speakers, please click here.

The 4th Annual USD Institute for Nonprofit Governance is comprised of two interconnected yet independent days featuring a combination of large group conversations and seminars along with a comprehensive resource manual and exposure to business resources. Board members and key staff from nonprofit organizations are encouraged to attend. Participants may attend one or both days. This unique event aims to inspire and educate boards of directors of nonprofit organizations to their purpose, function, role and history in leadership. Space is limited. Register early to reserve a place at the table.

This year's Institute is sponsored by:
AKT, CPAs and Consultants, Bryan-Billauer-Kozo Strategies Group at Wachovia Securities, CBIZ and Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C., Comerica Bank, First Future Credit Union, Fieldstone Foundation, Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego, Moss Adams LLP, San Diego Grantmakers, Sempra Energy, The San Diego Foundation, WaMu



For more information about the 2008 Institute, please contact:
Laura B. Stein
Assistant Director, Nonprofit Initiatives
(619) 260-7442 or
[email protected]
www.sandiego.edu/nonprofit/events

13th Annuala Meals-on-Wheels Holiday Concert
Holiday Concert
 

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JACKIE ROBINSON FAMILY YMCA

12th ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

The Jackie Robinson Family YMCA is committed to the continued growth of our community. We believe that the development and growth of our youth is essential. For this reason, we are pleased to announce the Twelfth Annual Jackie Robinson Family YMCA Scholarship Awards for high school seniors. The Jackie Robinson Family YMCA is making these scholarships available to support and encourage the pursuit of higher education in an effort to create avenues of opportunity for academic, social and career success.

Scholarship Award: The Jackie Robinson Family YMCA will award ten scholarships of $1,500 each to graduating high school seniors. Scholarships are paid upon verification of college enrollment and sent directly to the educational institution by the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA.

Eligibility: The scholarship is offered to all high school seniors graduating in June 2008 who live in a community serviced by the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA. Special consideration may be given to those who have involvement with the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA.

Deadline for Applications: All applications must be received by the JRYMCA no later than Friday, December 21, 2007.

 For more information or to download a scholarship application CLICK HERE.

 

Friedns of Scott Pajama Drive
PJ Drive
 
MLK All Peoples Breakfast0-Spread the word! 

    Tickets for this memorable event will go quickly.  Act now for best available seating.

    For more information visit www.allpeoplesbreakfast.org to make your purchase online.  mlk

Project New Village Holiday Gift Mall
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SDIRC Continued Call for Donations

In the aftermath of the fires, as the weather turns cold, thousands of individuals, many of them immigrants, are still struggling to survive. Some have lost their homes and many more have lost their jobs--they were the farmworkers in the fields that burned or the nannies, lawn care workers, or day laborers who earned their living in the houses and neighborhoods that no longer exist. Many of them are unwilling or unable to access "official" relief resources out of fear that they will be subject to immigration inspections, will not be able to communicate with relief workers, or will be humiliated. Instead, they are turning to the community organizations they know for help.

The San Diego Immigrant Rights Consortium calls for continued donations to the Fire Fund managed by the Foundation for Change. The Fund is focused on vulnerable populations and makes grants every two weeks to the grassroots and community-based organizations that are getting these populations the supplies, services, and information they need. We anticipate that vulnerable communities will be in crisis survival mode for at least another two months.
 
Donations can be made by going to the the Foundation for Change or through the SDIRC updated website at www.immigrantsandiego.org . Any and all contributions are appreciated!

Ongoing Advocacy

Following the release of our report (available on our website), representatives of SDIRC met with the San Diego Police Chief to express our concerns about the treatment of vulnerable populations during the fires. The Chief informed us that the Mayor's office will be issuing a report by the end of the year to review alleged shortcomings and make recommendations for moving forward. The US Department of Justice, Special Investigations Unit, Office of Civil Rights has contacted us and is conducting its own preliminary inquiry of possible police misconduct.

In addition to the police, SDIRC representatives have communicated their concerns to the Sheriff's Office, Red Cross, and other entities engaged in emergency response and relief during the fires. The challenge now will be to pursue changes in our response system to ensure that in the next disaster, vulnerable populations are protected and secure.

On behalf of the more than 25 organizations that make up SDIRC, thank you for your support during the fires and for your continued support!

Andrea Guerrero
SDIRC Chair

2008 NCLR Annual Conference 

 

The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) is pleased to host next year's 2008 NCLR Annual Conference & Latino Expo USA at the San Diego Convention Center, July 12-15, 2008! 

NCLR invites you to join us on Monday, December 10, 2007 for the first Community Meeting regarding next year's Annual Conference!

 

Join NCLR staff at the offices of CHICANO FEDERATION OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY at 4:00 p.m., so that we can provide you with an overview of Conference highlights and opportunities on how you can get involved.

We look forward to working with you and hearing your thoughts as we begin to lay the groundwork for next year's events!

 

Community Meeting

2008 NCLR Annual Conference

When: Monday, December 10, 2007 4:00 p.m.

Host: Chicano Federation of San Diego County

Location:

3180 University Ave., Suite 317, 2nd Floor

San Diego, CA 92104

(619) 285-5600

 

Click here for directions from MapQuest!

 

Parking:

 

Parking is available behind the Chicano Federation building. You can access it from 32nd St. The office is located at the corner of University Ave. & 32nd St. (The San Diego National Bank logo is on the building.)

 

Light refreshments will be served. 

 

For further information and to RSVP please contact:

 

Adriana Urena 

Toltec Media - Special Projects Coordinator

(866) 924-1904 x002

[email protected]

 

NLBWA - San Diego Awards Luncheon

Thursday, December 6th, 2007

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Best Western Seven Seas Hotel

411 Hotel Circle

San Diego, CA  92108

 

$20 Members, $25 Non-Members

$30 at the door

 

Mistress of Ceremony - Tania Luviano

Anchor Women NBC 7/39 Mi San Diego

 

Business Showcase

Raffles & Entertainment

 

Please RSVP by December 1st to  Brenda Vergara at: [email protected]

(619) 231-0333   

 

Keynote address by Judge Cristina Perez from Fox T.V.'s Cristina's Court

www.NLBWA-SD.com

 
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