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Serving the womyn’s
community
since 1983
Herland Voice
volume twenty-nine number three
www.herlandsisters.org
september 2011
Herland fall retreat!
Lake Eufaula State Park—October 21-23, 2011
Are you ready for a weekend full of relaxation, good
friends, good music, good food, and tons-o-fun? Well
you’re in luck! Mark your calendar and make plans
now to attend The Herland Fall Retreat. Plans are
currently being made for all kinds of exciting activities, including meet and greet games, a craft workshop, fabulous food, a group going fly fishing (led by
Jean), dancing, games, campfires, and just about
everything else you’d expect from a Herland Retreat.
If you have a hobby you’d like to share with other
awesome women, or have an
idea for a workshop, email SAHatwork@aol.com or call (405)
550-2312 and we’ll get it
planned. With such a great
group of women – the possibilities are endless. Be creative
with this – anything goes!
On Saturday morning, Pamela
M. Hawkins, M.Ed. will be leading a backpacking/hiking workshop, entitled Embracing The
Great Outdoors: Come, Let’s
Saunter Together! Our Saturday
Night Concert will feature Nancy Scott, an incredibly entertaining singer/
songwriter from the Austin area. Nancy’s songs and
stories will make you laugh, and make you cry, coming straight from the heart. Even if you can’t come
for the entire weekend, try to come for the concert.
She is truly one in a million!
If you have never been to a Herland Retreat, you owe
it to yourself to give it a try! Whether you come solo
or with friends, are a certified camper or city grrrl,
or come from near or far, it’s a perfect, affordable
opportunity to meet new friends, catch up with old
friends, play board games and sports, explore nature,
create or learn something new at a workshop, strut your
stuff at the Open Mic, express your culinary skills at the
Saturday evening Potluck, sing and tell stories around the
campfire or simply relax in an incredibly supportive environment. Also, please remember to bring an item or two
for the raffle &/or silent auction. This helps keep the
costs of the weekend low for us all.
Your registration fee includes lodging in a cabin, a light
dinner on Friday, scrumptious breakfast/brunch on Saturday and Sunday
mornings, Saturday evening Potluck
Dinner (bring or plan on making a
dish to wow your fellow campers),
all workshops and group camp activities, and the Saturday night concert.
If you have any special needs or requests, please be sure to include
them on your registration form, or
call one of the numbers listed below, and we’ll make every attempt
at accommodating you.
This will be the only article and registration you’ll receive before the retreat. So…do yourself a favor and register now, while you’re thinking about
it! To register, just mail back the registration form (pg 3)
with your check. After we receive your information, a
few weeks before the retreat, we will either email or
mail you a packet which has the retreat schedule, a list
of items you may want to bring, more details about the
weekend, and a map to Lake Eufaula State Park. Please
let us know which way you prefer to receive the information on your registration form. If you have questions,
you may leave a message at (405) 550-2312 or (405) 5219696 and someone will call you back.
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.
upcoming herland events
Supper Club at On the Border and Bowl at Meridian Lanes on September 10
On the Border is a great Tex-Mex restaurant located at 120 S Meridian. They have a full selection of delicious tacos,
burritos, enchiladas, fajitas, and margaritas! We’ll eat at 5:30 then some will head over to Meridian Bowling Lanes
at 2900 S Meridian and others will head back to Herland for a concert by Dr. Jan Rosenberg.
Herland House Concert with Jan Rosenberg, 7 pm on Saturday, September 10
It's been too long since we've all had the opportunity to hear the incredible talents of Dr. Jan! She's coming from Indiana to perform a house concert for us, and has mentioned how much she is looking forward to seeing all of her 'old'
Herland friends, as well as make some new ones. We'll have light refreshments, and hope you will all make plans to
welcome her back on this visit. No charge to join in the fun, but "love offerings" will be gratefully accepted.
Herland Backyard Cookout and Game Day, Saturday, September 24
We’ve got hamburgers and fixins ready for a cookout starting at 1 pm on Saturday, Sept. 24. After lunch, we’ll play
some board games like Apples to Apples, card games like Spades, and maybe a game of Scrabble. Come one, come
all!
Supper Club at Kona Ranch on October 8
The Herland Supper Club heads over to Kona Ranch, 2037 S Meridian, at 5:30 pm, on Saturday, October 8 for some
“Hawaiian cowboy” fare. Their menu features seafood, steaks, chicken, pork, and even BBQ. Some folks may try
their hand at bowling afterwards so come prepared!
Herland Work Day October 15
Break out the work gloves and come help us spruce things up at 10:30 am on Saturday, Oct. 15. We’ll have indoor
and outdoor stuff to do. Then stay for the book study!
Herland Book Discussion Group on Saturday, October 15
Kathy McCallie will lead a 3-session discussion of the book, The Good Body by Eve Ensler, from 1:30 to 3:00 pm on
Saturdays, October 15, November 19, December 3. You can join in the discussion even if you have not read the book.
See article, page 4.
Scrapbooking Workshop, 1 to 5 pm, October 29
Learn how to scrapbook like a pro! Three sessions are offered for $5 per session. See article page 5.
Scrapbooking Workshop on Saturday, November 12
2nd of 3 meetings. See article page 5.
Supper Club at Inca Trail at 5:30 pm on Saturday, November 12
The supper club ventures into new lands for November’s culinary trek! We’re going to a Peruvian restaurant, Inca
Trail, located at 10948 N. May. The authentic Peruvian cuisine combines elements of Spanish, African, Japanese, and
Chinese food traditions into a delectable treat for the palate. Afterwards, we may see a movie at the Northpark.
Herland Book Discussion Group on Saturday, November 19
2nd of 3 meetings. See article page 4.
Herland Book Discussion Group on Saturday, December 3
3rd of 3 meetings. See article page 4.
Scrapbooking Workshop on Saturday, December 10
3rd of 3 meetings. See article page 5.
Herland Fall Retreat 2011 Registration
Lake Eufaula State Park, Checotah, OK October 21-23, 2011
Deadline for pre-registration is October 15th. Please return registration form and check made payable to:
Herland Sister Resources, 2312 NW 39th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73112.
A retreat packet with all information will be mailed to you.
Name(s): ______________________________________________________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
City: ______________________________________ State: _______ Zip: ___________
Email: _______________________________________ Phone: ___________________
I’d like the retreat packet emailed—or—mailed to me. Please circle one.
Total Registration Fee $___________ enclosed.
( ) I’m enclosing an additional $ __________ to help provide scholarships.
( ) I’m bringing ______ children (girls of all ages and boys under age 10 are welcome).
( ) I’m bringing ______ dogs that will be kept on leashes at all times and I and will sign a waiver stating I am completely responsible for any injury or damage caused by my dog(s).
( ) I need to apply for a work scholarship to attend. (Limited number available – depending on donations - 1st come,
1st served basis).
( ) I have a disability and need the following if possible:
___________________________________________________________
Sliding Scale Registration Fee (for entire weekend)
Annual Income PER PERSON
( ) under $13,300 - $30
( ) All Day Saturday - $25 (includes Concert)
( ) $13,300-$30,000 - $45
( ) Saturday Night Concert Only - $10
( ) over $30,000 - $60
community events
September 2: Miss Brown to You - Ingrid’s Kitchen
September 18: Dallas Pride Parade
September 18: Herland Board Meeting at 4:00 pm. All welcome.
September 25: AIDS Walk OKC
October is LGBT History Month
October 1: Miss Brown to You - Full Circle Bookstore
October 11: National Coming Out Day
October 15: CAF Gala. Cimarron Alliance celebrates in a big way. Our 2011 LGBT History
Month Gala will be held on Saturday, October 15. It is at our gala that central Oklahoma's gay
community honors those individuals who have made--and are making--significant contributions
in our march toward equality.
October 16: Herland Board Meeting at 4:00 pm. All welcome.
November 12: Peace Festival at Civic Center.
November 20: Herland Board Meeting at 4:00 pm. All welcome.
Love Your Body. STOP FIXING IT:
A book discussion and celebration of women’s bodies
October 15, November 19, and December 3
1:30-3:00 p.m. each Saturday
The Good Body, by Eve Ensler (author of “The Vagina Monologues”) is a very short book. 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. Each session will cover different topics, so come to one or all three sessions as your
schedule allows.
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.
For more information, call Kathy McCallie (405) 206-5817 or Herland.
Scrapbooking Workshops
Saturdays, October 29, Nov. 12,
and Dec. 10
1—5 pm
$5 per session
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).
thank you for your generous gift!
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THE KATZ DRUG STORE
SIT-IN
Clara Luper, venerated
Oklahoma City Civil Rights
Leader, is dead at the age
of 88. She was an icon in
1958 account by Clara Luper
Oklahoma and well-known
across the nation for her
Katz Drug Store was located in the Southwestactivism. She is a member
ern corner of Main and Robinson in downtown
of the Oklahoma Hall of
Oklahoma City. It was a center of activity with
Fame! She taught school
its first class pharmacy department, unique
in the Oklahoma City
gifts, toys and lunch counter. Blacks were per- School system for many
mitted to shop freely in all parts of the store.
years and was a highly regarded teacher among her
They could order sandwiches and drinks to go.
Orders were placed in a paper sack and were to colleagues and her students, and is remembered
be eaten in the streets…
fondly and lovingly by
As I was thinking about what should have been many of her students.
done, Lana Pogue, the six-year-old daughter of In the following account,
Mr. and Mrs. Louis J. Pogue, grabbed my hand; Clara Luper, the leader of
many Oklahoma City civil
and, we moved toward the counter. All of my
rights demonstrations belife, I had wanted to sit at those counters and
tween 1958 and 1964, dedrink a Coke or a Seven-Up. It really didn't
scribes the first sit-in at
matter which, but I had been taught that those
OKC's Katz Drug Store in
seats were for "whites only." Blacks were to
1958.
sweep around the seats, and keep them clean
I remained silent and looked him straight in
so whites could sit down. It didn't make any difference
the eyes as he nervously continued. "I don't
what kind of white person it was, thief, rapist, murdersee what's wrong with you colored folks--Mrs.
er, uneducated; the only requirement was that he or she
Luper, you take these children out of here-be white. Unbathed, unshaven--it just didn't make any
this moment! This moment, I say." He yelled,
difference. Nor did it make any difference what kind of
"Did you hear me?"
black you were, B.A. Degree black, Dr. Black, Attorney
Clara Luper
1923—2011
Black, Rev. Black, old Black, pretty Black, ugly Black;
you were not to sit down at any lunch counter to eat. We
were all seated now in the "for whites only territory."
The waitress suffered a quick psychological stroke and
said in a mean tone, "What do you all want?"
Barbara Posey spoke, "We'd like thirteen Cokes please."
"You may have them to go,” the waitress nervously said.
"We'll drink them here," Barbara said as she placed a five
dollar bill on the counter. The waitress nervously called
for additional help. Mr. Masoner, the red, frightenedfaced manager, rushed over to me as if he were going to
slap me and said, "Mrs. Luper, you know better than
this. You know we don't serve colored folks at the counter."
"Thirteen Cokes please," I said.
"Mrs. Luper, if you don't move these colored
children, what do you think my white customers will say? You know better, Clara. I don't
blame the children! I blame you. You are just
a trouble maker."
He turned and rushed to the telephone and
called the police. In a matter of minutes, we
were surrounded by policemen of all sizes,
with all kinds of facial expressions. The sergeant and the manager had a conference; additional conferences were called as different
ranks of policemen entered. Their faces portrayed their feelings of resentment.
The press arrived and I recognized Leonard Hanstein of Channel 9 with his camera and I sat silently
as they threw him out and a whole crew of cameramen.
The whites that were seated at the counter got up,
leaving their food unfinished on the table and emptied their hate terms into the air. Things such as
"Niggers go home, who do they think they are? The
nerve!" One man walked straight up to me and said,
"Move, you black S.O.B." Others bent to cough in
my face and in the faces of the children. Linda
Pogue was knocked off a seat, she smiled and sat
back on the stool. Profanity flowed evenly and
forcefully from the crowd. One elderly lady rushed
over to me a fast as she could with her walking
cane in her hand and yelled, "The nerve of the niggers trying to eat in our places. Who does Clara
Luper think she is? She is nothing but a damned
fool, the black thing." I started to walk over and
tell her that I was one of God's children and He had
made me in His own image and if she didn't like
how I looked, she was filing her complaint in the
wrong department. She'd have to file it with the
Creator. I'm the end product of His Creation and
not the maker. Then, I realized her intellectual
limitations and continued to watch the puzzled policemen and the frightened manager.
Tensions were building up as racial slurs continued
to be thrown at us. Hamburgers, Cokes, malts,
etc., remained in place as pushing, cursing, and
"nigger," became the "order of the day." As the
news media attempted to interview us, the hostile
crowd increased in number. Never before had I
seen so many hostile, hard, hate-filled white faces.
Lana, the six-year-old, said, "Why do they look so
mean?"
I said, "Lana, their faces are as cold as Alaskan icicles."
As I sat quietly there that night, I prayed and remembered our nonviolent philosophy. I pulled out
what we called Martin Luther King's Non-Violent
Plans and read them over and over…
As I folded the paper, I looked up and saw a big
burly policeman walking toward me. When he got
within two feet of me, another officer called him
to the telephone. I wondered why the policeman
had to stand over us. We had no weapons and the
only thing that we wanted was 13 Cokes that we
had the money to pay for.
Amid the cursing, I remembered the words of
Professor Watkins, my elementary principal and
teacher in Hoffman, Oklahoma. He told us to
"consider, always consider the source..."
My daughter, Marilyn, walked over and pointed
out a big, fat, mean looking, white man, who
walked over to me and said, "I can't understand
it. You all didn't use to act this way; you all use
to be so nice."
We remained silent and as he bumped into me,
the police officers told him that he had to move
on. An old white woman walked up to me and
said, "If you don't get those little old poor uglylooking children out of here, we are going to
have a race riot. You just want to start some
trouble." I remained silent. "Don't you know
about the Tulsa race riots?" the woman asked.
I moved down to the south end of the counter,
then back to the other end. This was repeated
over and over. As I passed by Alma Faye Posey
she burst out laughing and when I continued to
look at her, she put her hands on the counter and
pointed to a picture of a banana split.
It had been a long evening. Barbara, Gwen and I
had a quick conference and we decided to leave
without cracking a dent in the wall. Mr.
Portwood Williams, Mrs. Lillian Oliver and Mrs.
Mary Pogue were waiting. We loaded in our cars
and left the hecklers, heckling. We passed our
first test. They...called us niggers and did everything, the group said.
"Look at me, I'm really a non-violent man," Richard Brown yelled. "Look at me. I can't believe it
myself..."
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