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Book Signing in Honor of the Consortium of Doctors at Hyatt Regency Savannah
July 24, 2010 from 11am to 9pm
An award-winning author of history, journalism, poetry, and fiction, Aberjhani will join the Consortium of Doctors in Savannah, Georgia, on July 24, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel for the organization’s 19th annual celebration convention, and for the 8t…
Great to see you moving ahead with such a powerful, progressive, and creative vision of the arts Najee.
Najee
Thank you for sharing the beautiful video Joyce. Somehow I think Mother Nature shall survive, adapt, heal, and thrive again.
Aberjhani
I wrote about the Twilight Vision exhibit in Savannah but could only find a video about the same exhibit in another city. Fortunately, it's a good one and my gratitude to the folks at Frist Center for the Visual arts for providing it.
Aberjhani
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Savannah Talks Troy Anthony Davis No. 10: New hearing continues today
A battle for justice that got under way 20 years ago moved one step closer towards conclusion yesterday and is scheduled to continue today, June 24, with the long-sought evidentiary hearing in the case of slain police officer Mark Allen MacPhail and the main accused of his murder, Georgia death row inmate Troy Anthony Davis.Parisian surrealism comes to city of Savannah (part 1 of 2)
Over the June 12, 2010, weekend, The Paris-based 1930s art and literary movement known as surrealism made a spectacular comeback in the form of a new exhibit at the Telfair Museum’s Jepson Center for the Arts in Savannah Georgia.Savannah talks Troy Anthony Davis No. 9: Court date changes
Following an initial announcement that Chief U.S. District Court Judge William T. Moore had set a date of June 30, 2010, for the Supreme Court-ordered evidentiary hearing in the case of Georgia death row inmate Troy Anthony Davis both the state attorney general’s office and Davis’s legal counsel cited scheduling conflicts and the date was changed to June 23 at 10 a.m.Savannah Talks Troy Anthony Davis No. 8: Date Set for Evidentiary Hearing
Chief U.S. District Court Judge William T. Moore has scheduled an evidentiary hearing for June 30, 2010, in the case of Georgia death row inmate Troy Anthony Davis, convicted for the 1989 murder of police officer Mark Allen MacPhail to determine whether any new evidence pertaining to Davis’ case might overturn his conviction or impact his sentence in any way. The hearing will be held in Savannah, where MacPhail was slain and Davis convicted.Poetry and jazz lovers kick off month-long celebrations (part 1 of 2)
Having nothing at all to do with April Fool’s Day, events for both National Poetry and Jazz Appreciation Month got underway across the United States yesterday, April 1, 2010. In Chicago, Nobel Prize winning poet Derek Walcott, whose latest book is White Egrets, helped kick off the poetry side of the month-long celebration with a free reading at the Art Institute of Chicago. The jazz segment got help from a performance by the New York based Argentine bassist Pablo Aslan and his Quintet, which performed at the Smithsonian Institute’s National Museum of American History Carmichael Auditorium in Washington, D.C.Barack Obama extends historical legacy "Astride the Promise of Change"
While campaigning for the presidency of the United States of America, Barack Obama was often asked why he felt he was qualified for the job and he would answer that, according to supporters and colleagues, he had a gift for building effective coalitions capable of accomplishing difficult tasks. The value of such a talent was proven March 21, 2010, when the House of Representative passed the then Health Care Bill with a vote of 219-212, and again on March 23, when Obama signed the bill into law.5 Notable women of the past and present (special series part 7): Author Octavia E. Butler
Octavia Estelle Butler achieved the unprecedented feat of winning three major science fiction awards––the Nebula, Hugo, and Locus Awards, all in 1985––before going on in 1995 to also win the MacArthur Foundation Genius Award.5 Notable women of the past and present (special series part 7): Comic Jackie "Moms" Mabley
The first African-American woman to achieve national status in standup comedy as a single act, Jackie “Moms” Mabley helped pave the way for the many Black women such as 2010 Academy-award winner Mo’Nique, working in modern comedy.5 Notable women of the past and present (special series part 5): Savannah's Dr. Abigail Jordan
On July 27, 2002, journalists and everyday individuals from virtually every region of the United States and the global village made their way to Savannah , Georgia, where they joined local inhabitants to witness the dedication ceremony for the African-American Monument on River Street. The event represented the culmination of a decade-long battle waged by Dr. Abigail Jordan to make certain that in a city renowned for its historic parks and monuments, at least one would stand in recognition of the contributions of African Americans to city.5 Notable women of the past and present (special series part 3): Nina Simone
Many modern audiences first became familiar with the name Nina Simone in 2005 after Canadian singer Michael Buble’ recorded her 1965 hit song, “Feeling Good,” and which finalists on the popular American Idol television show sang before world audiences in 2007.Welcome to Aberjhani's Corner at Creative Thinkers International
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Parisian Surrealism comes to city of Savannah
Over the June 12, 2010, weekend, The Paris-based 1920s-1930s art and literary movement known as
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Bring on the Poetry, Bring on the Jazz
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Barack Obama Extends Historical Legacy "Astride the Promise of Change"
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The Nature of Words and WorldTube in My Life
RECENT PUBLISHED WORKS
--May 2008, ELEMENTAL THE POWER OF ILLUMINATED LOVE book of poems featuring art by Luther E. Vann.
--May 2008, THE AMERICAN POET WHO WENT HOME AGAIN book of creative nonfiction, memoir, and literary journalism.
--March 2008, poem “Angel of Hope’s Persistent Flight,” in Poets’ Picturebook Ezine.
--Dec 2007, book of poetry titled THE BRIDGE OF SILVER WINGS.
--November 2007, novel CHRISTMAS WHEN MUSIC ALMOST KILLED THE WORLD (Black Skylark Singing Press)
--September 2007, Launched Creative Thinkers International web site.
MEDIA COVERAGE
--Sept 2008, Grits.com Podcast Interview with Marlive Harris and Luther E. Vann.
--4 June, 2008, review of ELEMENTAL, The Power of Illuminated Love published in CONNECT Savannah.
--March 2008, novel “Blood Kin, A Savannah Story,” featuring a foreword by Aberjhani, hit number four on ESSENCE Magazine Best Sellers List.
--7 March, 2008, featured in news article “A Taxi Writer” in Savannah Morning News.
--12 January, 2008, subject of feature article “Words and Paint” in Savannah Morning News.
--2 December, 2007, “Chase Von Interviews Aberjhani” for the ezine Student Operated Press.
--July 2007, interview with Randall Barfield featured in online ezine POETRY LIFE AND TIMES.
--February 2007, photo featured in "Preview Magazine" feature commemorating exhibit of art by Sam Gilliam at the Telfair Museum in Savannah, Georgia.
PRESENTATIONS, HONORS, & PERFORMANCES
--June 2008, “Man That Poetry Made” featured poem on GotPoetry.com
--April 2008, profiled for National Poetry Month on Peoples’ Lounge website.
--February 2008, presented membership in the Telfair Museum’s Friends of African-American Arts in Savannah, Georgia.
---Fall 2007, Featured Poet in the Smoking Poet Ezine.
--April 2007, joined the Academy of American Poets.
--January 2007, named The Writing Forum Poet of the Month.
--January 2007, presented anonymous sponsorship for Black Skylark Z-Ped Music Player web site on Authors Den.
--May 2006, named "Savannah Poet and Spoken Word Artist of the Year 2006" in CONNECT SAVANNAH Readers' Poll.
--October 19, 2005, joined The Authors Guild, Inc., and The Authors League of America, Inc.
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Comment Wall (214 comments)
- At 4:26pm on June 17, 2010,
don dean said… - thanks for droping by im working on my new cd at the moment unfortunatly im having problems painting my health is preventing me from standing for more than 30 min at a time im okay walking its when im standing in one position as when painting i just get icredible pain down one side but we persivere hope your well
- At 1:42am on June 16, 2010,
Tamra Jane Amato said… - Hi Aberjhani,
Great to meet you here at CTI. Thank you for trying to visit my blog radio website. It's been inactive for awhile...I'm reorganizing the show. My computer is broken and that's slowed things down... I've actually enjoyed being "unplugged" for awhile. A friend is letting me borrow a computer until... I can buy a computer or repair mine. I haven't had a good look at CTI.... I'm going exploring now... Peace, Tamra
- At 1:32am on June 16, 2010,
Ahmasi R Lloyd said… - Asante, brother Aberjhani, for the welcoming words! This is my first excursion in a site like this so I appreciate the welcome. I've always loved learning but didn't do well with the conventional methods but that didn't stop my curiosity; the older I get, the more I want to know and understand. I look forward to participating in this artistic communal experience.
- At 4:03pm on May 17, 2010,
don dean said…
- hello my friend hope your well i havnt been around much latley been busy iv loaded 2 new tracks from my new cd this is a turning piont for my music a sort of coming of age keep well
- At 11:51pm on April 29, 2010,
Robby Baby (Poet of Amour) said… - Thanks for the bday balloons and wishes, Aberjhani! Yes...it was memorable. The luv I've been getting over the last few days is incredible! Both for my bday and just in general. My hearts been swelling lol I've been looking through your book again that was part of the prize pack, the art/poetry book done by you and Luther E. Vann.
- At 3:08pm on April 18, 2010,
Robby Baby (Poet of Amour) said…
- Thanks for pointing out the poetry in your pocket day, Aberjhani. I googled it. I will carry a poem! I'm thinking something by Gilbran.
- At 10:01pm on March 14, 2010,
zaw aung said… - thanks for coming to my website but u will be don't konw my language(myanmar language)sorry sir!u may be happy and heanthy!
- At 5:12pm on January 26, 2010,
Jamie Rhoton said… - Thank you.. I am very happy and proud of my new marriage.. This picture focuses in on every emotion that I feel..
- At 5:18pm on January 18, 2010,
Sabine Jakosch said… - thank you for welcoming ! I just put photos from our community garden on the web - if you like to see...
best wishes,
sabine
- At 9:04am on December 14, 2009,
don dean said…
well what do you know it seems its a problem with firfox i have both firfox and internet explorer so i tried tried it again and its loaded i have no idea why that is but anyhow this is the card and i reiterate my previose mesassage in tha sentiments that is
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is the game playing you or are you playing the game 1 Reply
game is a tool known as a craft how it is used speaks of just what it does unto any individual and where it will eventually take anyone the question makes you take a real good look at what is playing…
Started by dee in Hello and Welcome to Creative Thinkers International. Last reply by Romantic Poet Jul 15.
As I Step
Into the forum of things,I quickly take a seat and acknowledge all who have come before me. I fill your presence with the words of my writing and bless all who have come across my works. Read al…
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Started by Ken(Kevon)Scott in Hello and Welcome to Creative Thinkers International Jul 8.
Haiti and Humanity's Fierce Urgency of Now 4 Replies
Map of the island/nation of Haiti. “We are confronted with a fierce urgency of now.”––Martin Luther King, Jr., from I Have A Dream The incredible world-destroying 7.0 earthquake that erased life…
Tagged: Year, the, disasters, natural, 2010
Started by Aberjhani in Haiti and Humanity's Fierce Urgency of Now. Last reply by Author-Poet Aberjhani Apr 1.
Debate/resolve 1 Reply
Dear Debater, Could you be so kind as to enter this question for debate? Resolved THAT THOSE WHO RECEIVE STATE (TAX PAYER) SUBSIDIZED FUNDS BE REQUIRED TO MAKE THEIR CHILDREN AVAILABLE FOR STATE…
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Started by Doris Anne Beaulieu in The CTI News Room. Last reply by Author-Poet Aberjhani Feb 19.
Five Points (Denver, Colorado) Jazz Mecca 6 Replies
The American West is not only historical in its cowboy roots, ( wagons, saddles, spurs, six-shooters, and cactus) but also as equally important in its jazz roots, ( trombones, trumpets, piano, and…
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Started by Sage Sweetwater in The CTI News Room. Last reply by Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU Feb 1.
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The Path of the Poet
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PL&T: Life with / Times…
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Art and Soul
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The Power of Good Music
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The Path of a Creative Thinker at CTI
CREATIVE THINKERS INTERNATIONAL MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES
1. Membership at CTI is free and open to all those interested in either the production or appreciation of the creative arts, to include literature, visual art, dance, music, film, spiritual theory, the social sciences, philosophy, general humanities, scientific inquiry, education in general, and other disciplines intended to enhance the quality of life for all humanity.
2. Materials posted by Members of CTI are their sole responsibility and not that of CTI management or any other member of the CTI site.
3. While recognizing that the work of creative artists is often controversial by its very nature, CTI prohibits and discourages the posting of any overtly obscene and intentionally inflammatory material. These include overt pornography, racist diatribes, religious slander, and any postings promoting discrimination against or the oppression of other human beings.
4. In the interest of stimulating creative growth, we encourage dialogue and even debate. However, Members should avoid leaving intentionally offensive or antagonistic remarks on the pages of Fellow Members. We can disagree and still remain a harmonious community.
5. Explore, grow, share, and enjoy your creative success.
Please remember, these guidelines are likely to evolve as the site itself continues to evolve and develop. We welcome and encourage your input. After all, yours are some of the best minds on the planet so we would be very foolish not to listen to what you have to say.
The CTI Admin Team
1. Membership at CTI is free and open to all those interested in either the production or appreciation of the creative arts, to include literature, visual art, dance, music, film, spiritual theory, the social sciences, philosophy, general humanities, scientific inquiry, education in general, and other disciplines intended to enhance the quality of life for all humanity.
2. Materials posted by Members of CTI are their sole responsibility and not that of CTI management or any other member of the CTI site.
3. While recognizing that the work of creative artists is often controversial by its very nature, CTI prohibits and discourages the posting of any overtly obscene and intentionally inflammatory material. These include overt pornography, racist diatribes, religious slander, and any postings promoting discrimination against or the oppression of other human beings.
4. In the interest of stimulating creative growth, we encourage dialogue and even debate. However, Members should avoid leaving intentionally offensive or antagonistic remarks on the pages of Fellow Members. We can disagree and still remain a harmonious community.
5. Explore, grow, share, and enjoy your creative success.
Please remember, these guidelines are likely to evolve as the site itself continues to evolve and develop. We welcome and encourage your input. After all, yours are some of the best minds on the planet so we would be very foolish not to listen to what you have to say.
The CTI Admin Team
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CTI SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS
CTI Spotlight Artist Marne L. Kilates, August 16-31, 2008
Marne L. Kilates, the CTI Spotlight Artist for August 16-31, hails from the Philippines and is the highly regarded editor of “Poet’s Picturebook,” an ezine of exceptionally fine art and literature. He is also a translator and the author of several books, including Mostly In…
CTI Spotlight Artist Tasha Coleman, August 1-15, 2008
Creative disciplines of virtually every type, from filmmakers and actresses to environmentalists and jazz musicians, are represented at CTI. The poets among us comprise a fairly large number and one of them, Tasha Coleman, is our new CTI Spotlight Artist for August 1-15, 2008. Th…
CTI Spotlight Artist Georg Edvard Mateos, July 16-31, 2008
The CTI Spotlight Artist for July 16-31, 2008, Georg Edvard Mateos, is the celebrated author of four books, including “The Man on the Grassy Knoll” Trilogy, and “Portrait of a Sad Man.” In addition, since December 2005, he has been among the most prolific and popular members writ…
CTI Spotlight Artist Marina, July 1-15, 2008
One of the traditions at CTI that has helped us form a meaningful and yet flexible sense of community is the Spotlight Artist. It is not a competition or popularity contest of any kind but simply a way of drawing greater attention to the creative offerings presented so generously by…
CTI Spotlight Artist BlackBirdHyperdrive, June 16-30, 2008
One thing that has not changed at Creative Thinkers International is the sheer abundance of creative individuals and types that populate the CTI community. One of those individuals is the poet known as BlackBirdHyperDrive, our CTI Spotlight Artist for June 16-30. A visit to BlackBir…
CTI Spotlight Artist Marlive Harris, June 1-15, 2008
Our CTI Spotlight Artist for June 1-15, 2008, Marlive Harris, not only maintains a powerful literary presence on Creative Thinkers International but through her Grits.com site exercises such a presence all over the Internet. Among the many qualities that make Ms. Harris unique, valued…
CTI Spotlight Artist Robert M, May 16-31, 2008
Versatility is a quality we have come to associate with many of our members and Robert M, our new CTI Spotlight Artist, is one of the most versatile among us. The fortunate visitor to Robert’s profile page gains entry into a world of eclectic musical compositions ranging from classic…
CTI Spotlight Artist Vickie L. McColley, May 1-15, 2008
As everybody knows, diversity is one of our primary strengths at CTI and the members of our community represent cultures from all over the world. They also represent individuals at different stages of their creative careers and de…
CTI Spotlight Artist Poetry Life & Times April 16-30, 2008
Our friends at Poetry Life and Times have featured a number of CTI’s members in their e-zine and, on top of that, have now been one of the great champions of modern poetry for some ten years. They actually have the archives to prove it! Their current issue not only honors on…
CTI Spotlight Artist Luther E. Vann April 1-15, 2008
Often described as a poet who utilizes visual art to write his poems, Luther E. Vann is an acclaimed artist who was fortunate enough to receive some of his first art instructions from recognized masters of the Harlem Renaissance.…
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UN refugee agency calls on Saudi Arabia to stop deporting Somalis
The United Nations refugee agency today called on Saudi Arabia to halt deportations of Somali refugees and asylum-seekers to the conflict-stricken capital, Mogadishu, where dozens of civilians were killed in escalating clashes this week.UN urges restraint after rocket from Gaza hits Israeli city
A senior United Nations official in the Middle East has condemned the firing of a rocket from the Gaza Strip into Israel earlier today and urged restraint by all parties in the wake of the attack.Horn of Africa once again polio-free, say UNICEF and partners
The Horn of Africa is once again free of polio, with Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda having reported no wild poliovirus cases for more than a year, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and its partners announced today.UN expert welcomes declaration that clean water and sanitation is a human right
A United Nations expert today welcomed the General Assembly’s declaration this week that safe and clean drinking water is a human right, calling it a "landmark resolution" that sends an important signal to the world.Nearly 90,000 people uprooted by clashes in eastern DR Congo, UN reports
Local authorities in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are reporting that almost 90,000 people have been uprooted from their homes following recent military operations in the region, the United Nations humanitarian arm said today.UN hails entry into force of global pact banning cluster munitions
United Nations officials have expressed their delight at Sunday’s entry into force of the international convention banning the manufacture, use and stockpiling of cluster munitions, calling it a "major advance for the global disarmament and humanitarian agendas."Lebanon: UN envoy welcomes visit by leaders of Saudi Arabia and Syria
With the visit to Lebanon by the leaders of Saudi Arabia and Syria, today could perhaps be a "historic day" for the Middle Eastern country, helping to consolidate stability, a senior United Nations official said today.UN rushing aid to flood-stricken areas of north-western DR Congo
United Nations agencies are providing urgent assistance to areas of north-western Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) after devastating floods, which have destroyed nearly 300 homes and left an estimated 1,500 people homeless.UN agency to begin training electoral observers ahead of Solomon Islands polls
Officials from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) will this weekend begin training and briefing more than 60 international observers who have arrived in the Solomon Islands to monitor parliamentary elections being staged next week.UN envoy meets with Lebanese political party leader
The calm that has returned to southern Lebanon following recent violence was among the topics discussed in today’s meeting between a senior United Nations official and the head of one of the country’s political parties.
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