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Serving the womyn’s
community
since 1983
Herland Voice
volume twenty-nine number four
www.herlandsisters.org
december 2011
sexual orientation added to city of okc
non-discrimination policy
A measure proposed by Ward 2 Oklahoma City Councilman Ed Shadid that extends employment discrimination
protection in city offices to gay people passed on November 15, 2011 by a 7-2 vote. Debate on the measure lasted
more than half of the council meeting. The measure adds “sexual orientation” to the list of protected equal
employment opportunity classes. Gay employees and job applicants already had de facto protection from
employment discrimination, city staff said.
In advocating for his measure, Shadid said his instinct as a businessman is to provide protection to everyone. He also
said Scripture is too unclear and subjective to sway him. Councilmen Pete White, Gary Marrs, and Ed Shadid spoke
for the measure. Also voting for it were Mayor Mick Cornett, and Council members Meg Salyer, David Greenwell,
and Pat Ryan. Councilmen Larry McAtee and Skip Kelly cast the dissenting votes.
A crowd of 100 packed the council chamber and the number of speakers for and against was roughly even. Those
speaking against the protection often cited religion as their reason. Pastor Tom Vineyard of Windsor Hills Baptist
Church received a standing ovation after stating that more than half of the murders in large cities are committed by
gay people.
drumming workshop & drum circle
Join us at 3 pm on Sunday, Dec. 11 for a basic and intermediate drum workshop followed by a drum circle. Bring
djembe, dunun, frame drum, ashiko, conga, sabar, bells, shakers,
clave’, and other percussion instruments. Wahru will cover djembe’
and ashiko basic and intermediate techniques, hand positions for
base, tone, slap, playing with balance, playing the flam, emphasis
and syncopation, how to play the heartbeat bass drum (dun drum),
timing, feeling the rhythm, how to play together, how to get back
into the rhythms when the pattern is lost, 4/4 and 6/8 drum beats,
clave’ and bell patterns, and finding a beat that fits when jamming.
She will also cover some conga basics. Intermediate drummers will be
encouraged to practice a lead pattern and solo jamming. Though her
focus is Afrocentric, participants will experience rhythms patterns
that may be used in facilitated and freestyle circle drumming. Since
we are having a drum circle at the close of the workshop you may
make/bring other types of percussion instruments. These will be used
primarily in the drum circle and not the workshop. Suggestions: 1)
empty pill bottles filled with gravel, hard beans, or rice for shakers;
2) 5 gal round plastic bucket or some larger round plastic container
and suitable playing stick; 3) Small cooking pot that you don't mind
beating on and some sort of playing stick; 4) Large empty water jug.
Suggested donation is $15. Check out Wahru’s website at http://
drumwahru.weebly.com.
The Herland Voice is a publication of Herland Sister Resources, 2312 NW 39th, OKC, OK 73112. Our bookstore/lending library is
open Saturdays from 1-5 pm. Call us at (405) 521-9696 or email us at herland@herlandsisters.org. Visit us on the web at
www.herlandsisters.org.
events
dec 2011
Book Study Sat. Dec 3 Herland 1:30 pm
Mary & Louise Sat. Dec 3 Full Circle
Bookstore 7:30 pm
PFLAG-Norman every 2nd Thursday Dec 8
St Stephens Church 7 pm
Scrapbooking Workshop Sat Dec 10 Herland 1-5 pm $5
Sisters of Swing Christmas Shows Saturday Dec 10 St Johns 5401 N Brookline
first show 2 pm second show 7 pm
Wahru Drum Workshop and Circle Sunday
Dec 11 3 pm at Herland $15
Sisters of Swing Christmas Show Sunday
Dec 11 Santa Fe Depot in Norman 7:30
pm
OGLPC Meeting every 2nd Mon Dec 12 at
Cimarron Alliance, 729 NW 17th, 7 pm
Will Sing for Food: Food Pantry Benefit
Concert Friday Dec 16 Church of the
Open Arms 3131 N Penn 7 pm
Herland Board Meeting Sun Dec 18 4 pm
jan 2012
Herland New Years Day Potluck and
Games Sun Jan 1 1 pm
supper clubs
There is no December Supper Club so all
can enjoy the Sisters of Swings Christmas
shows (see sidebar). Join Herland on Saturday, January 14, at 5:30 pm Golden
Palace, 1500 S Meridian. They have a vast
selection of Chinese, Vietnamese, and
even Mongolian BBQ. The buffet features
duck and bamboo soup, pho noodles,
roast pork with lettuce leaves, and much more. After dinner we may
try bowling so come prepared!
On Saturday, February 11, join Herland
at 5:30 pm for supper club at Irma’s Burger Shack, 1120 N Classen. In addition to
the city's best burgers (including veggie), Irma's
features great Chicken Fried Steaks, Hot Dogs,
Salads, Frito Chili Pies and wonderful homemade desserts. To accompany these great
items, Irma offers hand blended malts and
shakes and a great selection of beers.
On Saturday, March 10, at 5:30 pm we
will experience the sensuality of Brasilian
cuisine at Café do Brazil, 440 NW 11th.
They offer a variety of authentic dishes
including some vegetarian ones.
new year’s day potluck
Start the new year off right with a potluck dinner and games at Herland on Monday, January 1, at 1 pm. Herland will provide a pot of
chili and a couple of the traditional side dishes. Show your support
for Herland with a $5 suggested donation.
mlk jr day parade
Code Pink Peace Ribbon Workshop Saturday Jan 7 10 am to 4 pm at Herland
OGLPC Meeting Mon Jan 9 7 pm
PFLAG-Norman Thursday Jan 12 7 pm
Herland Supper Club Saturday Jan 14
Golden Palace 1500 S Meridian 5:30 pm
Herland Board Meeting every 3rd Sun
Jan 15 4 pm
MLK Jr Day Parade Mon. Jan 16
feb 2012
Herland Supper Club Saturday Feb 11
Irma’s Burger Shack 1120 N Classen 5:30
pm
march 2012
Herland Supper Club Saturday March 10
Café do Brazil 440 NW 11th at 5:30 pm
Show your support for Dr. King’s dream of equality and justice for all.
on Monday, January 16. The theme for this year is “Together We
Rise” to recognize the need for solidarity and community in order for
all to benefit, thrive and prosper.
book study
Join Herland on Saturday, December 3, at 1:30 pm for our final session on the book, The Good Body, by Eve
Ensler. It has brief poems and reflections that are quick and easy to read, but pack in lots of punch for reflection
and inspiration. Kathy McCallie will lead this discussion group that will be enjoyable even for those who have not
read the book. Copies of the book will be available for use or sale to those in the group. All women are invited to
join in the discussion.
Eve Ensler is the playwright and founder of a global movement that was inspired by “The Vagina Monologues” to
end violence against women and girls. In her book, The Good Body, she raises awareness about torturous shame and
disgust many women still associate with their bodies or their sexuality. She learns from women of older cultures to
imagine making peace with her body and honestly enjoy her body rather than trying to fix it.
In this discussion group we will reflect on poetry and stories as we contemplate our relationships with our own bodies. We will wonder together about the themes of beauty and the beauty industry, perfectionism and eating disorders, aging and sexual pleasure.
scrapbooking
Want to do something with those photos in a box? Thought of making a holiday gift for someone? This is your chance
to explore the world of scrapbooking. Bring at least 8–10 photos and we will provide other supplies or bring your
favorite scrapbook supplies (if you have them). Saturday, December 10, from 1—5 pm. $5 charge.
code pink peace ribbon workshop
Herland is hosting a Code Pink Peace Ribbon workshop on Saturday, January 7, from 10 am to 4 pm. This is a
come and go event and each panel takes about an hour to complete.
The Peace Ribbon Project honors the victims of the Iraq War by creating a cloth memorial panel to individual fallen
soldiers and Iraqi civilians. It is an ongoing grassroots project where individuals and groups make a panel. There
were over 225 panels completed at the end of 2007.
The goal is to continue creating remembrance panels and displaying the Peace Ribbon Project around the country.
Please join us in this tribute by helping us make a panel.
break-ins
Dear Herland Friends,
This has been a challenging time at Herland. In the last year or so—after the day care on both sides moved to a new
location—we have been without neighbors. This has led to several break-ins and thefts.
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The first was the theft or our air conditioning unit which was stolen about a year ago.
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The second was the break-in of our garage and the resulting loss of a recently donated brand new gas grill.
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The third was the break-in of our main building about 3 a.m. on November 18 during which our furnace was destroyed and the whole place left in a complete mess while the burglar was looking for any money that might be
hidden. Among other things, 25 years of files were strewn about, furniture upended, and books and records
thrown on the floor. A special thank you goes out to those women who came and helped put things back together.
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The last attempted break-in was Saturday, November 26, but there was no further loss that time—probably due to
the quick response of the police after being called by a board member that monitors the alarm.
We are taking some immediate steps to beef up security—including installing bars on the back windows and door and
installing new motion detector lights. We do have an alarm system that calls us and are considering upgrading to a
monitored system that calls the police (which would be an additional monthly cost). We are also brainstorming and
welcoming other ideas. Also, we would love to have you come to our board meetings and give input.
Due to these unfortunate events, Herland is in need of extra donations this year to help pay for fixing the furnace and installing the additional security. If you can help, even with a small donation, it would be greatly appreciated.
Herland is a nonprofit and your donations are deductible to the extent allowed by law. We have no paid staff and our
annual operating budget is approximately $11,000. This goes to pay for our newsletter, insurance, utilities, and to
put on our monthly and special events.
Please consider a donation, large or small, to Herland this year.
Sincerely,
The Herland Board
Your help is needed now!
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occupy okc update
For the last two months, Kerr Park has been home to the OKC version of Occupy
Wall Street. While occupiers have had a paid permit to stay in the park at night,
the City recently gave the activists a deadline of December 1 to vacate the park.
Protesters will be allowed to demonstrate from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. each day but
won’t be able to camp overnight. Right now, the search is on for another suitable
location for camping.
Sarah Ortiz
hairstylist/make up artist
405-203-7837
Mirage Salon
11212 N. May Ave. Suite 106
in Quail Ridge Tower
Oklahoma City, OK 73120
405-749-6867
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2312 NW 39th, Oklahoma City, OK 73112. The Voice is offered as
an open forum for community discourse. Ar cles reflect the
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SUPPORT THE BUSINESSES THAT HELP SUPPORT HERLAND!
Ginny Poindexter
Realtor
Direct
Office
Fax
E-mail
405.919.8443
405.948.7500
405.948.7502
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KELLER WILLIAMS
5629 N. Classen Blvd.
Oklahoma City, OK 73118
Each office is independently owned and operated.
Sandy Ingraham, J.D., M.S.W.
Attorney-at-Law
Ingraham & Associates, PLLC
Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Probate, Adoption, Contracts
Route 2, Box 369-B
McLoud, OK 74851
Tel. (405) 964-2072
Ingraham@mcloudteleco.com
Dr. Dawn Singleton, Ph.D.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Marital & Family Therapist
5005 N. Pennsylvania #204 OKC, OK
405-232-3296
FREE HOUR CONSULTATION
Part of Herland Voice : v.29: no.4(2011)