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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
Seeking guidance and becoming grounded in the
Divine Energy that unites and center all our spirits.
HONESTY, OPENNESS AND CLARITY
Communicating thoughts and feelings in a sincere
and concise manner. This principle also speaks to
the need of developing good listening skills
as well as awareness of our body language.
SENSITIVITY TO FEELINGS
Acknowledging another person's feelings or point
of view with or without necessarily agreeing
with it.
CAREFRONTING
Reaching out to support and assist each other in a
caring and effective manner.
RESOLUTION
Establishing a realistic sense of closure of issues
pertaining to our individual and collective purpose.
THE FIVE A's:
ACKNOWLEDGE,
APPRECIATE,
AFFIRM,
ACCEPT,
ACHÉ
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HABARI GANI? (What's The Word?)
Greetings ADODI Brothers,
Peace and blessings! ADODI New York chapter's upcoming "2nd Saturday" gathering is Saturday, August 9th, 2008 from 4:30PM to 7PM. For our new brothers receiving the Habari Gani e-Newsletter, the address and travel directions with a travel map aide link are always provided towards the bottom of the enewsletter. We hope to see you there! AND PLEASE BRING A BRUTHA OR TWO.
The ADODI New York gatherings are a pot luck gathering so feel free to contribute food, beverage, desserts, etc... or whatever!
Sadly, one of our ados, brutha James Jefferson has transitioned away from us and to the ancestors. We ask that anyone who knew James to PLEASE come out to the memorial to remember his spirit and the gifts that he brought to the world and us.
The
Habari Gani e-Newsletter is our way staying in better contact with you
more efficiently and updating you on news relating to the ADODI New
York chapter. Of course, we'll also keep you up to date with other
ADODI National activities such as the ADODI Summer Retreat (see below).
And
please feel free to FORWARD our e-newsletters to other same gender
loving brothers who might be interested in the ADODI experience.
Good or bad let us know your thoughts. This e-newsletter is a work-in-progress and things will be modified along the way in future issues to serve you better. Please send email feedback regarding the "Habari Gani e-Newsletter" ONLY to ADODINY[at]GMAIL.com
All other inquiries regarding the ADODI New York chapter should be sent to ADODINewYork[at]aol.com
Harambee (Let's all pull together)! Aché!
ADODI New York
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Our Topic For Saturday, August 9th, 2008:
CHAOS in Da House:
"Happeings in the Black SGL Community"
Do you know what is going on?
Come On Out and Be Informed!
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JAMES JEFFERSON MEMORIAL
Saturday, August 9th, 2008 @ 3PM
SUNRISE: December 31, 1969 to SUNSET: July 11, 2008
For those that knew James,
we welcome your spirit and support at his memorial
and his transition to the African Ancestors.
J Foster Phillips Funeral Home
179-24 Linden Blvd
(between 179th and 180th Streets
St. Albans, New York (in Queens)
(718) 526-5656 For those that are not driving, one of the easiest way to the funeral home is to take the LIRR (Long Island Rail Road) to the St. Albans train stop (near the St. Albans VA Hospital). The LIRR runs from downtown Brooklyn (Flatbush Avenue/Atlantic Avenue/Pacific Street Terminal) and from New York Penn Station @ 34th Street in Manhattan For LIRR Train Schedule Information To and From the St. Albans Train Stop CLICK HERE
NOTE that the LIRR travels to and from St. Albans
every two hours, so plan your trip accordingly
If you are going to take the LIRR please make sure that you purchase a "CITY TICKET" which is cheaper ($3.25 one way) as opposed to a regular "off-peak" ticket.The "CITY TICKET" is designed for LIRR travel within thethe boroughs of Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens ONLY!Another way to the funeral home is to take the E, J or Z trains to
Jamaica Center/Parsons Blvd/Archer Avenue train terminal
and then transfer to the Q4 bus and get off at the nearest bus stop to Linden Blvd and 179th/180th Streets.MTA NYC TRANSIT WEEKEND SERVICE ADVISORIES |
UPCOMING ADODI NEW YOK EVENTS
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Saturday, September 13th, 2008
Regular ADODI Monthly Gathering
4:30PM to 7:00PM
Saturday, October 11th, 2008
Regular ADODI Monthly Gathering
4:30PM to 7:00PM
Saturday, November 8th, 2008
Regular ADODI Monthly Gathering
4:30PM to 7:00PM
Saturday, December 13th, 2008
Regular ADODI Monthly Gathering
4:30PM to 7:00PM
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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 theirAfrican lineage and love of men. Our purpose is to foster andencourage the self-discovery, validation, empowerment andliberation of all members of our diverse community.Where do we meet?Every 2nd Saturday of every month @Audre Lorde Project85 South Oxford Street[between Fulton Street & Lafayette Avenue,
next to the church]Fort Greene in Brooklyn, NY4:30PM - 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 StreetBuses: B25, B26, B38 or B52 to closest stop to S.Oxford Street TRAVEL MAP
REMEMBER, EACH ONE REACH ONE!
SHARE THE EXPERIENCE:
INVITE AND BRING ANOTHER BRUTHA TO OUR GATHERINGS! |
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Feel confident that we work in the spirit of Umoja (Unity),
the first KWANZAA principle, on your behalf.
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