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Herlan
volume twenty-six number ten
october 2008
come celebrate as herland
turns 25!
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Herland is proud to be among the ranks of only a handful of other
lgbt organizations that have made it to the 25 -year mark. A few
large cities like New York and the San Francisco have centers that
have lasted that long but OKC is one of the few outside the coasts
that can boast such an accomplishment. It's time to celebrate
and look back over our achievements of the last 25 years.
The anniversary celebration will be held from 4:30-7 pm on
Saturday, October 4, 2008, at Herland. The event begins with a
reception where we will have hors d'oeuvres and drinks as we
gather and visit. You can browse the 25th Anniversary scrapbook
with pictures and stories sent in by Herlanders and watch videos
of past Herland retreats and other events. Then, we'll gather to
honor past board members and volunteers ask some of you to
share a few thoughts or stories about your times at Herland.
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finally ... the fall retreat!
lake eufaula state park, checotah, ok
october 24 - 26, 2008
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date: saturday,
october 4
t'me: 4:30 pm-7 pm
awards/recognition
at 5:30 pm
p~ace:
herland
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It's almost time for another great retreat weekend! This time we'll meet at Lake Eufaula State Park (formerly
Fountainhead) on October 24 - 26, 2008. As usual, the weekend promise~ to be full of relaxation, great
conversation, good friends, good music, and lots of fun.
On Friday night, Kara will be leading a fun meet and greet event, so that we can all get to know each other a
little better. The Saturday Night Concert will feature a duo from Tulsa known as Karma Sultra, with Lara
covering the vocals and Ondrea on piano. Karma Sultra is a blues/jazz/cabaret band that mixes torch classics
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The Herland Voice is a publication of Herland Sister Resources, 2312 NW 39th, OKC, OK 1:3112. 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.
special drumming
workshop with Wahru
Don't miss this opportunity to drum with
the best at Herland on Friday, October 3,
from 7:30- 9:30 pm (or later). Just bring
your drums and we'll provide drinks and
snacks for this 2+ hour workshop with
drummer extraordinaire- Wahru.
october EVENTS
Drum Workshop with Wahru Friday Oct 3
Herland 7:30-9:30 pm (or later) $15 suggested donation
Miss Brown to You Friday October 3 Galileo
Bar & Grill 3009 Paseo 9 to midnight $5
Wahru Cleveland is the founder and
director of the Ohio- based multicultural
women's drum, song, and dance group,
Sistah Ngoma and was the 2003 National
Women's Music Festival's "Drum Mother."
She has taught and conducted the National
Music
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Festival Drum
Chorus since 2003,
and was a member
of the Columbus
women's jazz
group, Moxie for
over 5 years.
Wahru is a
drummer for Pat
Funderburg's
AfroRhythyms, and
· is the percussionist
for Rhythm
Enrichment, a Columbus based Rhythm,
Blues, and Jazz group. Wahru is
considered an accomplished drummer on
the Djembe', bongos, congas, and dunun.
She has facilitated drum circles for many
Columbus festivals, including Comfest, the
Ohio LBA, and Hot Times. Wahru is the
facilitator of the Columbus Community
Drummers and the instructor /facilitator of
the Columbus Women's Drum Chorus.
Strut Your Mutt Saturday Oct 4 Epworth 1901
N Douglas 4-6 pm
Her/and 25th Anniversary Reunion
Saturday Oct 4 Herland 4: 30-7 pm with
awards/recognition at 5:30 pm
Louise Et Mary Saturday October 4 Full Circle
Bookstore 7-9 pm no cover
Community PRIDE Town Meeting Everyone is
welcome Monday Oct 6 Church of the Open
Arms 3131 N Penn 7 pm
PFLAG-OKC Tuesday Oct 7 Church of the
Open Arms 7 pm
PFLAG-Norman Thursday Oct 9 St Stephens 7
pm
Miss Brown To You Friday October 10 UCO
Jazz Lab 8 to 11 pm S7
Herland Supper Club (on National Coming
Out Day) Saturday Oct 11 Hideaway Pizza
(new location) 5501 NW Expressway 5:30 pm
OGLPC Monthly Meeting Monday Oct 13 1236
NW 36 7 pm
Wahru just finished the Ohio Lesbian
Festival where she did a workshop and her
group opened the night stage. Later, she,
Judith Casselberry, and Juca played a
number with Bitch and Ferron.
Herland Board Meeting Sunday Oct 19 4 pm
Suggested donation for the workshop is
Louise Et Mary Saturday November 1 Full Circle Bookstore 7-9 pm no cover
$15.
OKC PRIDE General Meeting Monday Oct 20
Neighborhood Alliance 1236 NW 36 7pm
retreat
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and modern masterpieces for an unforgettable show. You can check them out on myspace at
http: I I profile. myspace.com/index. cf m?f useaction =user . viewprofile&friendid =409668664.
On Saturday, our featured workshop will be "Self Esteem & Body Image" led by Dawn Singleton , Ph.D . Dawn's
workshop will focus on learning how to better love and accept ourselves where we are right now. If you can't
come for the entire weekend , consider coming at least for Saturday, as Dawn is an extremely talented and
insightful woman, and promises to lead an unforgettable workshop.
In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness
month, Jeanne will be leading some exciting and
fun craft/ costume events at the retreat. The
costume contest will be inspired by the Krewe of
Brassiere, a small but hilarious parade that
precedes Rex at Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Start
thinking now about how creative you can get with
bras! There will be several categories to enter
after spending time together decorating and
designing costumes revolving around what else .. . bras! If you want to join in the festivities, please plan on
bringing an extra bra or two (thrift stores are a good cheap source) , at-shirt to attach them to (unless you want
to kick it up a notch and be closer to nature!) , fabric , hats, gloves, shoes, stuffing (socks, tissue, bags of
birdseed etc.), and anything else you think may make a great addition to your costume.
Jeanne will also be coordinating a pumpkin carving contest, with one of the categories being "best
breasts" . Bring your pumpkin and any carving materials you have, and help lend a li ttle levity to this serious
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herland spring retreat registration
eufaula state park, checotah, ok october 24-26, 2008
Deadline for pre-registration is October 17. Please return registration form and check to: Herland Sister Resources, 2312 NW 39th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73112. A retreat packet
with all information will be mailed to you.
Sliding Scale Registration Fee
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Phone: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _~
Annual Income
under $13,300
$13,300-$30,000
over $30,000
Registration
PER PERSON
$30
$45
$60
Email (optional): _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __
Total Registration Fee$ _ _ _ enclosed.
Satu rday only
(incl. Concert)
Concert only
$25
$10
) I need a work scholarship to attend.
) I'm enclosing an additional S _to help provide scholarships.
) I'm bringing_ children (girls of all ages and boys under age 10 are welcome) .
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( ) 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 have a disability and need the following if possible:
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retreat (cont. from page 3)
25th anniversary
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from page 1)
issue, supporting all the women we know and love, affected by breast
cancer.
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.
The focus of this event is to
bring together old friends and
enable folks to reconnect with
some they may not have seen
in a while.
It's not too late to put
Unfortunately, because of a minor incident at the last retreat, we have
to revise the dog rules. Dogs of all shapes and sizes are welcome, but
we ask that if your dog "doesn't play well with others" or shows any
aggressive tendencies towards people or animals, please leave them at
home with a sitter. Everyone attending the retreat with a dog must
sign a waiver stating that they are completely responsible for any injury
or damage caused by their dog. We hope that this promotes a more
relaxing atmosphere for everyone.
together a story or a few
photos to bring to the
If you have any special needs, please be sure to include them on your
registration form, or call one of the numbers listed below, and we'll
make every attempt to accommodate you.
there!
anniversary party. Just email
the stories to us at
herland@herlandsisters.org or
bring them with you the
afternoon of the celebration .
We look forward to seeing you
Please send your registration as soon as possible. When we receive your registration form, about a week before
the retreat, we will mail you a packet which has the retreat schedule, a list of items you may want to bring,
details about-the weekend, and a map to Lake Eufaula State Park. Deadline is Oct. 17 in order to receive
information packet before retreat, but may pay at the retreat if necessary. If you plan to pay at the retreat,
please call (405) 550-2312 to pre-register.
The Herland Retreat is whatever we make it. Let's make it great!
Dear Herland member,
As Herland celebrates its 25th anniversary, we want to take this opportunity to thank you for your
support and ask you to continue to help us serve the womyn's community. Herland's mission is to
provide resources for the women's community to strengthen, enrich, and support women, and to
promote a world free of prejudice, oppression, and exploitation. Herland is a womanist organization
and, although it has a strong lesbian focus, all women are welcome.
Herland is a nonprofit 501 (c)3 organization operated entirely by volunteers. There is no paid staff. We
publish a monthly newsletter, operate a bookstore and lending library, and host a wide array of social
and educational activities and services.
Herland's annual operating expenses total approximately $11,000. Our income is derived from
newsletter sponsorships/subscriptions, retreat registrations, fundraisers, and, most importantly,
individual donations. We think it is important for Herland to continue and hope you do, too. We need
your help in order to keep the doors open and continue to serve our community. Please consider making
a tax-deductible donation to Herland in celebration of our 25th anniversary. A pre-addressed envelope
is included with this month's Voice. Your gift is very much needed and will be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
The Herland Board
INSTRUCTIONS FOR OKLAHOMA VOTER REGISTRATION APPLICATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION -
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
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Voter registration closes 24 days before an election. If you apply when registration is closed,
your application will be processed when registration opens after the election.
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SECTION 2 -
POLITICAL AFFILIATION
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elections.
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permission.
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If you register in a political organization recognized in Oklahoma you CANNOT vote for party candidates in
primary elections.
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If you choose a political party or organization not recognized in Oklahoma, you will be registered as an
Independent.
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You MAY NOT change your political affiliation between June 1 and August 31 in even-numbered years.
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STREET ADDRESS OR DIRECTIONS TO YOUR HOME
You must register to vote at your address of residence. If you have a street address or 911 address, this is your
address of residence.
A rural route or a post office box is NOT an address of residence.
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HAVE YOU BEEN REGISTERED BEFORE?
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If you have been registered before, enter information on where you were last registered . If you have never been
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Enter your former name if it has changed since you last registered.
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Read the oath carefully. Sign and date it in ink. If you cannot sign your name, make your mark and give the
name of the person who helped you.
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Who Can Register - You can register to vote if you are a citizen of the United States, a resident of the State
of Oklahoma, and 18 years old or older.
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Persons Judged Incapacitated - Persons judged incapacitated by a court may not register to vote.
OKLAHOMA VOTER REGISTRATION APPLICATION
You may use this form if you are:
• A citizen of the United States.
• A resident of Oklahoma.
• 18 years old or older.
You may use this form to:
• Register to vote for the first time in Oklahoma.
• Change your address for voter registration within
Oklahoma.
• Change your name.
• Change your political affiliation.
If you register by mail, include a copy of your
identification with this application. Make a copy
of one of these forms of identification:
• A current driver's license orother photo identification.
• A utility bill, bank statement, government check,
paycheck, or government document that shows
your name and address.
If you do not include identification with this application, you will be asked for identification the first
time you vote.
~--------- - -------------------------------WARNING: All answers on this application must be true. It is a felony to give false information on this form.
You can be prosecuted if you do. If you are convicted, you can be imprisoned for not more than two years,
or fined not more than $5,000.00, or both.
If you do not have a street address, you may write
directions to your home or provide the legal description
(section, township, and range) of your home. You may also
use the maptoshowwhereyou live. If you use the map write
the names of the roads nearest where you live. Draw an X
to show your home. Show schools, churches, or other
NORTH 1"
nearby landmarks.
USE BLUE OR BLACK INK
After you complete this application, enclose a
copy of your identification if needed. Fold it
and place it in an envelope. Mail it to:
OKLAHOMA STA TE ELECTION BOARD
P.O. BOX 528800
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73152-8800
You must answer these questions:
Are you a citizen of the United States of America?
D Yes
D No
Will you be 18 years of age on or before election day?
D Yes
D No
If you check "no" in responsetoeitherofthese questions, do net complete this form.
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(Print)
2. Political Affiliation
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First Name
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Month
Day
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Middle Name
City
State
10. Oath
9. Have you been registered before? (See Instructions)
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Political
Affiliation
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State
Zip Code
City
State
18. County of Residence
OFFICE USE ONLY
Voter ID Number
Precinct No.
Zip Code
Activation Date
(See Instructions)
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Former Address
City
Suffix (Jr., Sr., etc.)
I swear or affirm that:
I am a citizen of the United States and a resident of the State of Oklahoma.
I am 18 years old or older. Or I will be 18 on or before the date of the next election .
I have not been convicted of a felony. If I have been convicted of a felony, a period of
time equal to the original sentence has expired, or I have been pardoned.
I am not now under judgment as an incapacitated person. I am not under judgment as
a partially incapacitated person prohibited from registering to vote.
The information I have given is true, and I reside at the address given .
If you marked yes, give as much information
about your former registration as you can .
Former Name
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5. Last Four Numbers of
4. Oklahoma Driver's
License Number (Required)
Social Security Number
Year
(Required if no
driver's license)
D No Party
Democratic Party
Republican Party
D Other
6. Street address or directions to your home (Not a Rural Route or P. o. Box- See Instructions)
7. Mailing Address
(Print)
x
If someone helped you fill out this application, give name and address.
Signature or Mark of Applicant
Application Date
register to vote NOW! oklahoma deadline is october 1O!
by Amazon Grace
Okay, if you think the upcoming election isn't important, or if you have some carefully thought out
reason why you are going to stay away from the polls, I'm not going to argue with you . Otherwise, it's
time to get up off your butt and make sure you are registered to vote. Or, stay seated if you prefer,
go online, and go to some of the links provided below.
According to the Oklahoma State Election Board, Friday, Oct. 10 is the last day to register to vote if
you want to vote in the Nov. 4 general election . You can download a registration form at
www.ok.gov/-elections/vrfrmshl.html. Or, we have included it on pages 5-6 of the Herland Voice.
You may mail your voter registration application to the State Election Board . After you complete the
application, enclose a copy of your identification if needed. Fold it and place it in an envelope.
Affix postage and mail it to:
OKLAHOMA STATE ELECTION BOARD
P.0. BOX 528800
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73152-8800
Lists of Oklahoma
statewide candidates and
ballot measures are
available by following links
from the main site, as is
information about how to
find your polling place.
All are Welcome!
Event Is FREE!
Celebration of Our Pets
at
Epworth UMC
For more information, you
can check out
www.ok.gov I -elections/
voterreg. html.
1901 N. Douglas Avenue
Saturday, October 4 - 4 to 6 pm
Blesf.l'ing 0£ Our Pets &
website of the
month
www.talk2self.
blogspot.com
Strut Your Mutt
Memorial E!ervice
Dog Contest
Rev . Sh e Te n ughes- r"ernper· will
adrn ini ste· the Bies.sing & 1e oria Se rvi e.
et Pa rtiicipants will rece;ve a
St. =ra"1 cis Meci a!lic n.
A T.rophf "''"'be al!l·a rded to We 11.i~nncr
of ea ~t1 or these catego.rle.:;.:
Best Dn:s:;e • 01Nne-r ook-.a -Like
Most Ta~ented • Best Tai l Vlaq • Best Kiss
Best S"11ile • Best Da-ncer
A Potluck Cookout toot
E!cilie.dule
4 : DO
4 : 30
5: 00
5: 30
Bnrtg iterns such as h~ndog bu.ns,
chips & sodas.
pm - Dog Con:es: Registra ·an
p m - Do;; Contest
p m - Cookout
p m - Pet Bles:;ing & Memorial
For .more- i.nf ormDti on cai'l the churrh office at 525- 2346 o.r c.fieck the dn1rch vi.1ebsi.te:
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Free Doggy Goody Bag with Treats & A Toy!
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Oklahoma City, OK 73118
P.O. Box 12247, Oklahoma City, OK 73157-2247-(405) 637- 8000
Each office is independently owned and operated.
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Attorney-at-Law
Ingraham & Associates, PLLC
Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Probate, Adoption, Contracts
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Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Marital & Family Therapist
5005 N. Pennsylvania #204 OKC, OK
405-232-3296
Route 2, Box 369-B
McLoud, OK 74851
Tel. (405) 964-2072
Ingraham@mcloudteleco.com
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