FYI, San Diego Permaculturists, don't miss the grand opening of the Friends Center this weekend.  It's a great example of permaculture in action, from the collaborative effort among organizations that provides its foundation, to the strawbale building with its sustainable materials, and the edible garden that surrounds it. 
Marcia Boruta
San Diego Economic Conversion & Permaculture Center
 
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From: Peace Resource Center
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Sent: Friday, March 04, 2011 11:53 AM
Subject: [SDCPJ] Reminder: Friends Center Opening! Mar 11-13, 2011

The Friends Center invites you to the...
Opening Celebration!

Weekend of March 11th-13th, 2011
Fri. 7-9 pm ♦ Sat. 10-3 pm ♦ Sun. 10-noon
3850 Westgate Place, San Diego


Enjoy a weekend of fun and community! Bring your family and friends!
Come tour the building, enjoy music & performances, participate in activities, have refreshments, and more...

Friday March 11th, from 6:30 - 9:30pm
Benefit Concert with John Neptune & East West

$20 Suggested Donation, but no one will be turned away!
6:30-7:15pm - Refreshments in the Friends Center courtyard
    The building will also be open for viewing (no tours)
7:30-9:30pm - Introduction & 90 min Concert in the Brethren main hall
    John Kaizan Neptune is a master of the shakuhachi (Japanese bamboo flute) and well-known in Japan. This California native is also an accomplished jazz artist and composer who has gained respect in both the East and West for his versatile and technically sophisticated melting pot of sounds. 
    East West was formed in 2005 as a blend of artists, talent, and cultures. With a unique instrumental combination, East West offers a fresh, dynamic sound that is a new take on jazz standards, traditional melodies and original compositions. Reiko Obata, of East West, is one of the leading American koto players. A native Californian, she studied under masters in the U.S. and Japan. Her music has been featured on radio and in film and live theatre, and she has recorded CDs of her own compositions and arrangements. 

Saturday March 12th, from 10 am - 3 pm
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

Tours every hour - Building Tours on the hour (10am, 12noon, 1pm, 2pm)
   and Garden Tours on the half hour (10:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30, 2:30)
10:15-11am Music with Drew & Don
11am-11:30am Opening Ceremony
11:45am-12noon "Story of Ferdinand"
12-12:45pm Music with Given Harrison
12:45-1:00pm "Story of Ferdinand"
1:00-1:20pm Luz Victoria on violin
Activities throughout the day, such as:
   Crafts for a Cause,
   Creating children’s room eco-rug,
   Making paper cranes,
   Quiet space with Peace Tree wishes,
   Children's art
Plus: Lemonade, Brownies, and other refreshments

Sunday March 13th, from 10-12noon
We welcome all who want to join in this spiritual blessing celebrated in a Quaker setting recognizing God’s yearning for peace and wholeness in a hurting world. The approximate schedule is:
10:00 - 10:20am Service of Blessing with guests, singing, spoken words, weaving
10:20 - 10:45am Silence
10:45 - 10:50am Spoken Word
10:50 - 11:15am Silence
11:15am - 12 noon Refreshments

For more info or download a flyer, visit www.sdfriendscenter.org or contact us at 619-263-9301 or info@prcsd.org

The Friends Center is a collaborative vision of:
American Friends Service Committee, First Church of the Brethren, San Diego Friends Meeting (Quakers), Peace Resource Center of San Diego


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