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Email:ADODINewYork@aol.com
ADODI New York Inc.
P.O. Box 7417
JAF Station
New York, NY 10116-7417
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DONATIONS:
ADODI Vision Fund
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ADODI New York
is a self sustaining organization with non-profit sponsorship and as such depends on the support of Brothers and allies like you as committed partners in realizing our vision.
May we suggest a donation to our VISION Fund by becoming
A Friend
Up to $50 Donation
A Supporter
Up to $100 Donation
An Advocate
Up to $250 Donation
A Protector
Up to $500 Donation
A Patron
Up to $1,000 Donation
A Sustainer
Up to $5,000 Donation
A Keeper of the FLAME
Up to $10,000 Donation
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-ADODI -
THE SIX PRINCIPLES
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SPIRITUALLY GUIDED
HONESTY, OPENNESS AND CLARITY
SENSITIVITY TO FEELINGS
CAREFRONTING
RESOLUTION
THE FIVE A's:
ACKNOWLEDGE,
APPRECIATE,
AFFIRM,
ACCEPT,
ACHÉ
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HABARI GANI? (What's The Word?)
Greetings ADODI Brothers,
Just a brotherly word of reminder that the ADODI New York chapter's "2nd Saturday" gathering is Saturday, January 12th, 2008. However, the gatherings will now meet at a new time from 4:30PM to 7PM. For our new brothers receiving the Habari Gani e-Newsletter, the address and travel directions are always provided below at the bottom. We hope to see you there!
This Saturday ADODI recognizes African Heritage Month and Valentine's Day in the month of February.
ADODI invites all SGL men of color to come out and celebrate ourselves with friends, food (refreshments), and FUN.
Our dialogue will include a presentation by ONYX of New York on
"EROTIC EMANCIPATION"
So come on out and bring a friend of two, as we dialogue about our brothers who are going to enlighten us about their "FETISHES" and in a way that you will never forget.
It's a pot luck gathering so feel free to contribute food, beverage, desserts, etc... or whatever !
Harambee (Let's all pull together)! Aché!
ADODI New York
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ADODI NEW YORK TOPIC FOR FEBRUARY 9TH, 2008
@ 4:30PM
ONYX Men, Inc.'s ONYX New York Chapter will be our guest facilitator at our ADODI New York space this Saturday.The ONYX representatives will address the topic of the leatherworld with some lecture and hands-on demostrations.
This is an opportunity for ADODI brothers familiar or unfamiliar with the leather lifestyle to see first-hand the happens of this curious sub-culture.
We look forawrd to seeing you Saturday.
ABOUT ONYX...
ONYX Men, Inc. is an organization formed and operated by People of Color who enjoy the leather lifestyle. ONYX sets as its' goal, to provide an informational and social organization to address issues specific to people of color who chose to project the positive aspects of the leather lifestyle and support our community and economic initiatives. Support, spirituality, safety and saneness are keys to attaining our goals.
Toward this end, it is the principle aim of ONYX to develop in its members the highest standards of loyalty to the laws and established code of ONYX and to treat all in society with honor, unselfishness and tolerance. It is the responsibility of each member to uphold the traditions, standards and practices of this organization as well as the time honored principles of democracy on which this country was built. It is the fundamental belief of this organization that no finer means is offered for the achievement of these aims than the brotherly association of persons with similar tastes, inclinations and goals.
Statement of Purpose
The goal of ONYX is to provide an informational and social organization to address issues specific to men of color who chose to discuss and/or participate in the lifestyle. Support, spirituality, safety and saneness are key to achieving our goal...
http://www.onyxmen.com/leather.htm
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February is African Heritage Month
PBS' Prince Among Slaves is just one of many incredible things going on. It premieres on Monday, February 4th, 2008 (10PM). If you miss Monday's premiere, the program will be rebroadcast many times throughout the month and beyond. Check your local listings for times in your area.You can click the picture below to reach the official website for the documentary and watch a little of it there.
Also, check out PBS' website for more African Diasporic programming options.
Other Interesting On-line Afrocentric Information Resources:
Kalamu (e-drum) YahooGroup
Nubian Knights Network Yahoogroup
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NEW Gathering Time For ADODI NY
As indicated above, please note that the ADODI New York gatherings are meeting at a new later time for 2008. We now meet from4:30 PM to 7:00 PM
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SAVE THE DATE!
Wed., July 23rd thru Sunday, July 27th , 2008
22nd Annual ADODI Summer Retreat
"LIVING OUR AUTHENTIC ADODI LIFE"
THE EARLIER YOU PAY THE MORE YOU SAVE!
PAYMENTS PLANS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
PAYMENTS ARE TRANSFERBALE BUT NON-REFUNDABLE.
HERE ARE THE PRICE RATES PER PERSON:
$525 per person by April 1st, 2008
$575 per person by June 15th, 2008
$625 per person from June 16th and thereafter
THERE IS A DOUBLE OCCUPANCY PER ROOM
There will be a special transportation bus provided
to take all ADODI brothers
from PORT COLUMBUS (OHIO) INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
to the retreat site location in Glouster, Ohio
(approximate trip duration is a little over 1 hour)
PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO CELL PHONE RECEPTION
AT THE RETREAT SITE LOCATION.
REGULAR LAND LINES WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR USE.
An official registraion form willl be made avaialble soon.
More information will follow,
however, if you have further questions/inquiries
Contact:
Courtney Cruise: 646/436-0784
Robert Brooks: 212/926-0043
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UPCOMING ADODI NEW YOK EVENTS
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Saturday, March 8th, 2008 - Regular ADODI Monthly Gathering
Saturday, April 12th, 2008 - Regular ADODI Monthly Gathering
Saturday, May 10th, 2008 - Regular ADODI Monthly Gathering
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Wednesday, July 23rd thru Sunday, July 27th, 2008:
22nd Annual ADODI Summer Retreat
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ADODI's HERITAGE
(Established in Philadelphia, PA in 1986)
IN OUR 22nd YEAR!
ADODI, the plural of ADO,
is a Yoruba word that describes a man who "loves" another man.
More than just a description of partners in Africa, the ADODI
of the tribe are thought to embody both male and female ways
of being and were revered as shamans, sages and leaders.
Who is ADODI?
ADODI is a community of men of color who affirm their
African lineage and love of men. Our purpose is to foster and
encourage the self-discovery, validation, empowerment and
liberation of all members of our diverse community.
Where do we meet?
Every 2nd Saturday of every month @
Audre Lorde Project
85 South Oxford Street
[between Fulton Street & Lafayette Avenue,
next to the church]
Fort Greene in Brooklyn, NY
4:30PM - 7:00PM
A potluck dish is welcomed but not required - An open heart is!
DIRECTIONS:
"C" train to Lafayette Avenue; "G" train to Fulton Street;
D, N, Q, R, 2, 3, 4, 5 trains to Atlantic Avenue/Pacific Street
Buses: B25, B26, B38 or B52 to closest stop to S.Oxford Street
REMEMBER, EACH ONE REACH ONE!
SHARE THE EXPERIENCE:
INVITE AND BRING ANOTHER BRUTHA TO OUR GATHERINGS!
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