Gallery --
Around Town
Reading At Matais Books, Cards &
Art
On Saturday, July 9, 2005, I visited the only Black LGBT
bookstore in the nation ? Matais Books.
Owned by Matais Pouncil, it has been in operation for four years
and celebrated its fourth year anniversary on Friday.
Featured authors were Samiya Bashir reading from her book
published by Redbone Press, Where the Apple Falls; Trish
Carter reading from her book Linger; and Alisa (aka The
Pussy Peddler) reading from her book The Pussy Poems.
The following are images I took from the event. I urge
everyone to purchase their books, cards and artwork from Matais
Books or visit his website at
www.matais.com.
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Alisa
Alisa, aka The Pussy Peddler, read from her book The Pussy Poems. You can order her book at Matais Books at www.matais.com. You can contact her at alisa2723@msn.com.
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Alisa Showcasing Her Book
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Gathering
Folks gathered afterward to meet and greet, talk with the authors, and purchase books.
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Gathering
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Matais Books, Artifacts, Cards, Art & Gifts
Located at 3202 E. Broadway in Long Beach, it is a beautiful spot located in the heart of the GLBT community in Long Beach. Wonderfully appointed, Matais Books offers a comfortable sitting area to read and hosts a gallery of artwork from talented artists. If you are in Southern California, it is a place you don't want to miss visiting.
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Trish Carter, Matais Pouncil, Samiya Bashir and Alisa
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Matais Pouncil preparing for business as folks gather to purchase books.
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Samiya Bashir discussing her work.
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Samiya Bashir
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Trish Carter
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Trish Carter discusing her work.
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Serafemme
This year's Serafemme concert was "da
bomb." Marquita and her street team did a wonderful
job putting this together. I was there with both digital
video camera and still cameras to cover a portion of the event.
Below are the stills and there are more on Out & About's
Flickr site.
I'll have a full two hours of video here soon so stay tuned.
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Hanifah Walidah and D'Lo
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Vendor Area
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Hanifah Walidah & D'Lo
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Hanifah Walidah & D'Lo doing Libations
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Angie Evans
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Damnyo
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Member of Myriad
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Member of Myriad
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Myriad
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O'Shea from Myriad
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Jessica Knox
Smooth R&B / Urban Soul and Contemporary Jazz Artist, JESSICA KNOX has a sensuous style, sharing a beautiful message of hope. Born under the northern lights of Alaska, JESSICA KNOX has an unusually intoxicating voice. Growing up an army brat, hers is a voice sweetened by southern influences of Texas, and enlightened by cleansing mists of the Pacific Coast on Half Moon Bay where she listened to Jazz greats like African Jazz pianist, Abdullah Ibrahim at the Bach.
Website: www.jessicaknoxmusic.com
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Butchlalis de Panochtitlan
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Ganessa James
Onliest is a New York City based soul band created and fronted by twins Tiffany "Zelle" James and Ganessa "Dez" James. Onliest is about uniqueness. Weaving spellbinding harmonies with thought provoking lyrics, Onliest rocks to crowds held rapt by the synthesis which is their music.
website: www.onliest.com
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Kamala
“Kamala” is originally from India, Bombay. She was adopted by a loving and caring Belgian couple when she was 9 months old. She has a multi-cultural family; her brother is from Korea and her sister from India. She has graduated from College in 2001. Since her childhood, she is listening to Rap and hip-hop music and is influenced by the American style as well as the French one! " To understand the true meaning of Hip-Hop; we need to have the knowledge of its roots"---kamala--- "Hip-Hop is a culture and a way of lifestyle"---kamala--- "Through Music we express ourselves, we are exposing the real truth of what's happening out there"
Website: www.kamalabest.frtalent.com
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Sphear & Tracy
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Sphear & Tracy
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Ricoshade
This young vibrant artist has been pruning her skills over a decade & is ready 2 unleash terror on the hip-hop/rap world. Yes there is a difference. We have been deligently waiting 4 some 1 2 bring it back to the West coast & now she's here if U love stories, hot beats, tight hooks & versatility then U will love RICOSHADE the same. So sit back relax strap on yo seat belt UR N 4 A hell of a ride.
Website: www.ricoshade.com
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Ricoshade
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Nayahri Suhalia
Note Latrice was working that GL2.
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Nayahri Suhalia
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Marquita Thomas and Hanifah Walidah watching the show
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Vendor
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Vendor
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Vendor
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Vendor
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Vendors
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Vendors
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Marquita Thomas of Out & About
Website: www.beoutandabout.com
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Left to Right: Diane, Nayahri Suhalia, and Tracy
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Cabrini's Jazz Alley
The following photos are from Cabrini's Jazz Alley. Lots
has changed since I was last there and I hear the walls came down
providing a bigger, better view of the live acts performing on
Friday and Saturday Nights. Suffice it to say, these photos
are old but not for long. I'll be stepping by there one
night to give you an inside view of what Cabrini's up to these
days so stay tuned.
In the meantime, if you're in town and want a nice easy place
to hang your hat, listen to live music while enjoying pleasant
company, check out Cabrini's Jazz Alley. Doors usually open around
9:00 p.m. and the sets take off 'round10:00 p.m. Parking is
available across the street at Ralph's. Call for show times
and updates @ 323-662-9923.
GALLERY: CABRINI'S JAZZ ALLEY
(Thanks to the Mozilla Firefox
Users who alerted me to the mess)
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The beautiful sign over the entrance to Cabrini's Spot
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Cabrini on the mic
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Sign For Cabrini's Coffee Bar
By day, Cabrini's Spot is a Koffee Boutique. In the evenings, it is a gathering place for women where she hosts live music events, poetry readings, and yoga.
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Antiques, Black Art, and comfortable tables for sitting, sipping, and relaxing.
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Gather Around
Gather 'round and meet clients. What a nice place to bring a friend to talk. No, this ain't Starbucks, but it is a wonderful place to meet and greet while having a conversation without wondering who's listening.
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The Bigger Spot
The Spot is designed for change. The tables and chairs seen above can be moved and chairs (hidden in the back) are set up to hold meetings or small conferences.
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Wanna Just Sit And Read A Good Book
This little comfortable cove is useful for unwinding. On occassion (and I'll have to check this), you can receive a massage for a little extra added comfort and relaxation. And don't just sit there, look around and you'll find interesting news and information about talented sisters in our community.
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A One-Sided View
Prior to expansion, this was The Spot. Look at what one year has done. She has expanded to provide us with more room to meet and greet. Additionally, there are big screen televisions throughout for those days when you want to catch a basketball game or Monday Night Football.
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Steps To The Loft
Yes, she built this too and I've heard there have been some pretty good chess games up in the loft. But, you've got to see the bathroom (not shown). Oh yeah, it's clean and it's beautiful. It takes a sister to think about making everything beautiful.
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Jeff Robinson Entertains The Crowd
Jeff has played at Spagatini's in Seal Beach, the Pasadena Jazz Festival, and Catalina Bar and Grill. It was great hearing him at Cabrini's Spot Friday night.
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A Nice Crowd In Equally Relaxing Surroundings
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Rita Hayes Sells Her Work "Naked Pride"
I had to buy this picture. In fact, I was drawn to it. Rita told me she has been drawing a long time but only recently decided to sell her work. I'm glad I was there for this one. You can contact Rita to purchase her work at talinted_1@yahoo.com.
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Naked Pride
You can contact Rita to purchase her work at talinted_1@yahoo.com.
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Cola -- Body As Art: Temporary Henna Design
Cola does beautiful creations with henna. Here she does a "Peace" design on a woman's arm. You can contact Cola at Suncola@sbcglobal.net.
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Cola -- Body As Art: Temporary Henna Design
The finished product.
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Cola -- Body As Art: Temporary Henna Design
Another work of art
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Jeff Robinson Entertains
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Jeff Robinson Entertains
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As The Clock Struck Midnight
Jeff Robinson broke out into soulful R&B and worked the crowd.
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... And Worked It
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... And Worked It
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... And Worked It
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... And Worked It
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Cabrini & Company
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Cabrini & Company
Though I still cannot believe I left the house after 9:00 p.m. and was out past my bedtime, I'm glad I went. I enjoyed myself, thanks to Cabrini and the wonderful women and men who work with her to make Cabrin's Koffee Boutique a hit. Don't forget to order a Tibetan Tea while there.
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Cabrini's Spot and Jazz Alley
5664 W. 3rd Street @ LaBrea in Los Angeles, CA
(parking is available across at Ralph's or around
the corner)
If you would like to rent Cabrini's Spot for an
event or gathering, please contact Cabrini
FOR
MORE INFO CALL CABRINI @
323-662-9923
OR EMAIL
EVENTS@CABRINIPRESENTS.COM
ON
THE WEB:
http://www.cabrinipresents.com
 
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