NLE Media Productions recently participated in the Land Trust Alliance “Rally 2009: National Land Conservation Conference” held this year in Portland, Oregon at the Oregon Convention Center. We had the privilege of shooting interviews and speakers for the LTA website: www.landtrustalliance.org.
Our contact, Peshie Chaifetz, Communications Manager for theLand Trust Alliance was so helpful in putting together the videos we shot. The entire crew was great and really dedicated. The LTA is based in Washington, D.C., so you can get some idea of the kind of effort it took to bring so many speakers, sessions, etc. to Portland. You can find out more by going to the website listed above or by writing to: Land Trust Alliance, 1660 L Street, NW, Suite 1100, Washington, DC 20036. Be sure to view the many videos of this conference on their website. We hope to be at their next conference in Hartford, Connecticut next October.
Author & scholar, John Schmitt has spent over 30 years studying the Jerusalem Temple. He has traveled to Israel numerous times confering with rabbis working to prepare for the future temple. John has made a careful and thorough study of Ezekiel’s Messianic Temple as described in the biblical verses, Ezekiel 40: and on.
His work has led him to build 2 scale models of this future temple with detail and careful attention to the account within scripture.
We recently produced several videos for John on this subject and provide them here for your attention. Special acknowledgements to John Schmitt for his thorough data and Tom Parker of http://motobrief.tv/ & http://motobrief.com/ for his narration on this project.
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
25th Annual Tribute
World Arts Foundation, Inc. applauds you for helping make the 24th Annual “Keep Alive the Dream” tribute one of the greatest ever. Community response regarding this years’ presentation has been outstanding, and we sincerely hope that you felt welcomed and appreciated throughout your participation.
“Keep Living the Dream,” held at the Highland Christian Center,
showcased a spirit of unity, diversity, and hope for the future. As a participant in this year’s program, you contributed to an integral part of this successful event and we hope our partnership will continue for the 2010 production.
This program continues to be recognized locally and nationally as one of the finest community-based celebrations in the U.S. In it’s more than two decades of commemorating the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., “Keep Alive the Dream” humbly attempts to give voice to the common citizen and acknowledges the struggle for civil rights and human dignity.
Within the few weeks, we will begin our planning meetings to develop overall program content and technical adjustments needed for the production. If you have questions or suggestions about how we can improve the quality of the production, please feel free to share this information at your convenience.
Again, we sincerely appreciate your support for making the “DREAM WORK’ for all children and the multiple communities we serve.
Peace and Blessings,
Kenneth W. Berry
Executive Producer
World Arts Foundation, Inc. was established to promote and preserve African-American contributions to the American culture, and to support community development through the interface of arts and education in interactive, visual and performing media.
At a recent event sponsored by WAFI (“An Evening with the Beyons” held at Ockley Green Arts & Technology School in Portland, OR) 3 talented young men entertained all. What a gift they are to the community!
Another hot August Day at NLE Media Productions. But our Saturday event at the Portland Gun Club was cool. Way cool! Nothing like new shooters picking up and learning to safely handle & shoot a gun. More fun than you can imagine, but we caught it on video, anyhow.
What is it? “SAY HEY, NW!” is a reception sponsored quarterly by Partners in Diversity to welcome new professionals
of color relocating to Oregon and Southwest Washington. The event brings together professionals new to the area, with
a more established “welcoming brigade”. The people attending Say Hey are definitely diverse; community leaders, corporate
and government representatives, community organizations and individuals eager to help make the honorees feel welcome
and more connected to his or her new community. It is a fun way to spend an evening and at the same time support
diversity in the workplace and community. We hope to see you there!
If you attended the last event, or are curious about what to expect if you attend the next Say Hey, please check out the
photo slide show of great pictures taken by Naim Hasan Photo. Naim is a very talented professional photographer,
supporter of Say Hey and community member. You will enjoy the show! Please contact Naim for more information.
Please support the many supporters who support Say Hey!
Say Hey, NW!
Thursday, August 13th
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Providence Cancer Center
First Floor and Atrium
4805 NE Glisan Street
Portland, Oregon 97213
(See parking information below)
Directions: http://providence.org/oregon/programs_and_services/cancer/contactinfo.htm
TriMet: 503-238-RIDE or www.trimet.org
Check out the full photo album or other examples of Naim Hasan’s work: www.naimhasanphotography.com
WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED TO KNOW?
Say Hey, NW is held quarterly to honor and welcome new professionals of color arriving in Oregon or SW Washington (from other states) during the past 18 months. If you are new, or know someone new, please contact Partners in Diversity (Vicki Nakashima) at 503-516-3505 or by e-mail – nakashimav@mac.com
Say Hey, NW is a multicultural event. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend! Please plan to come and show your support for a community that embraces diversity in the workplace and community.
“Say Hey Information Packets” are given to each person attending the event. The packets are full of good info on events, community organizations, local businesses, health promotion, employment, and goodies! It is a way for the new (and not so new) to learn about what’s going on. If your organization would like to include an item in the packet, please send an email to nakashimav@mac.com for more information.
So, you’re looking for someplace to relax & enjoy “special time”. Maybe you need to get away from the hustle & bustle. Bring along your laptop and enjoy your favorite espresso in a cool, refreshing setting. Our friends, Kathy Chellis & Pam Brooks-Haines have added on this wonderful cellar at their well known NorthStar Coffeehouse,
7540 N. Interstate Ave, Portland, OR 97217
Phone: 503.285.5800 Fax: 503.285.5082
Do you need a place to meet with clients or members of your organization? You can book the “Stellar Cellar” by calling 503.285.5800. A perfect space to get work done in a relaxing atmosphere. And you can’t beat the espresso drinks (hot or cold), desserts and even a light lunch. Call Pam or Kathy today to book the “Stellar Cellar“.
Urban Arts has been so successful because of the ongoing support we have from all of you: local businesses, friends, family and the arts community. We are now asking for your helping hand once again. Urban Arts is on a mission to open a dance studio in the North / Northeast / Inner Southeast area and we are kicking off our fundraising campaign with a 30 day challenge! Please click on the video link below to see how you can support us in our efforts to bring affordable accessible training to young aspiring artists. Dana and I thank you for all of your support!!!
Today is Pete’s birthday. It is a sad day for my wife, Carol. Pete was her dad and she loved him dearly. He was the rock of the family. Always there to help others. He took care of the whole family – nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, sisters.
When he died, the family dissolved. It was rapid and thorough. Those that didn’t die outright, left the San Diego family homes. Sundered. As if the very glue that bonded each to another had evaporated and with it the very fiber of family and identity.
The memory of Pete is of an unselfish family man, recipient of the Silver Star. Strong, gentle and devoted. A person worth looking up to and modeling one’s life on. My dear wife misses you so much…
