Edward J. Eason

laredo, tx

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Patrick Fleming

Where: Maggie Mae's

Date: 2007-08-29 22:00:00

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Patrick Fleming is a singer/songwriter who plays modern/alternative/pop music.

CenTexWFS Presents Max More & An Inconvenient Truth

Where: Marie Callenders

Date: 2007-06-19 18:00:00

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The next meeting of the Central Texas Chapter of the World Future Society will be on Tuesday, June 19, 2007. Come join us to participate in our special program. We will show the video “An Inconvenient Truth” and then join in a discussion lead by Dr. Max More. The program will be held at the meeting room of Marie Callender's, 9503 Research Blvd. # 400., Austin, TX 78759 (512.349.7151) at 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The video will begin promptly at 6:15 p.m. Attendance fee is $20 per person, for members, $25 for nonmembers, cash or checks only at the door. (Make checks payable to CenTexWFS.) Credit card is accepted online. The fee includes a meal but is charged for attendance. The meeting room is at the back of the restaurant on the right. Seating will be limited so please reserve your place and prepay at : www.centexwfs.org/index_Register.htm Max More Dr. Max More is an internationally acclaimed strategic philosopher widely recognized for his thinking on the philosophical and cultural implications of emerging technologies. Max’s contributions include founding the philosophy of transhumanism, authoring the transhumanist philosophy of extropy, and co-founding Extropy Institute, an organization crucial in building the transhumanist movement since 1990. Over the past two decades, Max has been concerned that our escalating technological capabilities are racing far ahead of our standard ways of thinking about future possibilities. Through a highly interdisciplinary approach drawing on philosophy, economics, cognitive and social psychology, and management theory, Max developed a distinctive approach known as the “Proactionary Principle”­a tool for making smarter decisions about advanced technologies by minimizing the dangers of progress and maximizing the benefits. “We have a dreadful shortage of people who know so much, can both think so boldly and clearly, and can express themselves so articulately. Carl Sagan managed to capture the public eye but Sagan is gone and has not been replaced. I see Max as my candidate for that post.” (Marvin Minsky) An Inconvenient Truth Humanity is sitting on a ticking time bomb. If the vast majority of the world's scientists are right, we have just ten years to avert a major catastrophe that could send our entire planet into a tail-spin of epic destruction involving extreme weather, floods, droughts, epidemics and killer heat waves beyond anything we have ever experienced. If that sounds like a recipe for serious gloom and doom -- think again. From director Davis Guggenheim comes the Sundance Film Festival hit, AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH, which offers a passionate and inspirational look at one man's fervent crusade to halt global warming's deadly progress in its tracks by exposing the myths and misconceptions that surround it. That man is former Vice President Al Gore, who, in the wake of defeat in the 2000 election, re-set the course of his life to focus on a last-ditch, all-out effort to help save the planet from irrevocable change. In this eye-opening and poignant portrait of Gore and his "traveling global warming show," Gore also proves himself to be one of the most misunderstood characters in modern American public life. Here he is seen as never before in the media - funny, engaging, open and downright on fire about getting the surprisingly stirring truth about what he calls our "planetary emergency" out to ordinary citizens before it's too late. With 2005, the worst storm season ever experienced in America just behind us, it seems we may be reaching a tipping point - and Gore pulls no punches in explaining the dire situation. Interspersed with the bracing facts and future predictions is the story of Gore's personal journey: from an idealistic college student who first saw a massive environmental crisis looming; to a young Senator facing a harrowing family tragedy that altered his perspective, to the man who almost became President but instead returned to the most important cause of his life - convinced that there is still time to make a difference. With wit, smarts and hope, AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH ultimately brings home Gore's persuasive argument that we can no longer afford to view global warming as a political issue - rather, it is the biggest moral challenges facing our global civilization. Paramount Classics and Participant Productions present a film directed by Davis Guggenheim, AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH. Featuring Al Gore, the film is produced by Laurie David, Lawrence Bender and Scott Z. Burns. Jeff Skoll and Davis Guggenheim are the executive producers and the co-producer is Leslie Chilcott. For more information about the Central Texas Chapter of the World Future Society, visit www.CenTexWFS.org. For more information about the World Future Society, visit www.wfs.org. Paul Schumann President paul.schumann@centexwfs.org 512.302.1935

Surprise Me

Where: Gallery Lombardi

Date: 2007-09-15 19:00:00

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"Surprise Me" Reception: Saturday, Sept. 15th, 7pm - 10pm Rachel Cook Corkey Sinks Josh Rios Ryan Lauderdale Smoke Detector (Josh & Corkey's band) wants to play....and there could be a Dj set from DJ Lobstertail (ryan) There will be drawings, installation, & video components to each artist's work. Exhibition Dates: Sept. 15th - Oct.6th The gallery hours are Tues.-Sat. noon- 6pm

Talking Art: Brunch with the 2007 Arthouse Texas Prize Final...

Where: Arthouse at the Jones Center

Date: 2007-09-08 11:00:00

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Dawolu Jabari Anderson Justin Boyd Margarita Cabrera Bill Davenport Katrina Moorhead Saturday, September 8* 11 am - 1 pm Arthouse at the Jones Center 700 Congress Ave Austin, TX * please note: ARTS RUN 2007 supporting the Paramount & State Theaters will be ending by 11 am. Some extra time allowed for parking is advised.

Penny Jo Pullus

Where: Opal Divines Marina

Date: 2007-08-29 19:00:00

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Dine inside or outside on the decks and enjoy a refreshing drink while watching live music in north austin texas. All opal divines decks are water mister cooled. Daily food specials and happy hour drink specials. Opal Divines Marina is becoming quite the happy hour after work hot spot. Free wifi.

Michael Fracasso

Where: Opal Divine's Freehouse

Date: 2007-08-27 19:00:00

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Austin Texas 6th street bar & grill Opal Divines is a casual laid back atmosphere. We have a huge beer and liquor selection and a brand new american food menu. Come relax under the heals of the Austin skyline relax. Water mister cooled decks that bring you back to nature. walking distance from downtown. Free live americana music.

America

Where: Paramount Theater

Date: 2007-11-17 20:00:00

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For over a quarter century, America's music-making has produced classics like 'Horse with No Name,' 'Ventura Highway' & 'I Need You.' Their trademark harmonies combine with visions of faraway places & "alligator lizards in the air" that keep fans coming back for more.

Protest Execution of Woman in Texas (Cathy Henderson)

Where: Governor's Mansion

Date: 2007-06-13 17:30:00

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Write Clemency Letters Cathy Henderson is scheduled to be executed in Texas on June 13 for the 1994 murder of Brandon Baugh, an infant she was babysitting. Henderson would be the 12th woman put to death in the U.S. since capital punishment was reinstated. Since her arrest, Henderson has maintained that the child's death was accidental. She said that she dropped the baby, fracturing his skull, and then panicked after realizing she could not revive him. She then buried the boy's body and fled to Missouri, where authorities captured her nearly two weeks later. Henderson said that she is sorry for Brandon's death and that she feels regret every day for the pain she caused his family. She notes, "I wish there was something I could do to comfort them, and if it's going to comfort them to end my life for an accident, I hope this gives them comfort." Henderson's spiritual advisor is Sister Helen Prejean, well-known author of "Dead Man Walking." Sister Helen believes Brandon's death was an accident. She said that the public needs to understand that Henderson is not a monster. "It's easy to kill a monster. It's hard to kill a real human being," she noted. The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear Henderson's final appeal. She is seeking clemency from Texas Governor Rick Perry. View a video interview of Henderson by the Kansas City Star (Windows Media Player. From the webpage Save Cathy Henderson ACT NOW TO SAVE CATHY March 2007 In February, the United States Supreme Court denied Cathy's petition for certiorari. This was a huge blow. Her lawyers are pursuing some other "longer shot" options, but if those fail it means her execution, scheduled for April 18, will proceed unless she is granted clemency. Please help save Cathy's life by writing letters to the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles and the Texas Governor, Rick Perry. The Clemency Letters link provides pointers for writing such letters. In the meantime, Cathy's lawyers and a dedicated team are working hard to find some legal means of stopping her execution. Also from Save Cathy Henderson Clemency letters Governors are given a very special power over life and death. They are given the power to grant clemency to someone condemned to die. Clemency is an exercise in mercy, a power that is rarely - very rarely - exercised. It seems mercy is out of fashion. We need to change that, for Cathy's sake, for the sake of her daughters. Please write a letter asking for clemency for Cathy Henderson. Write to the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles and to the Governor of Texas, Rick Perry. Note that we have an updated address for letters to the Board of Pardons and Paroles. The envelope should be addressed to: Board of Pardons and Paroles Executive Clemency Section 8610 Shoal Creek Boulevard Austin, TX 78757 The enclosed letter should be addressed to: Rissie Owen Presiding Officer Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles & other Board Members If addressed this way, the letter should find its way to Ms Ramirez, who handles the clemency packages. She will fax a copy to each board member. Points for your clemency letters Before you write, read the points below. We are very fortunate to have had advice from a former member of the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles on exactly what constitutes an effective clemency letter. The same points apply when writing to the Governor. The key thing to remember is that the goal of your letter is to save Cathy's life. This letter is not a good time to rail against the inequalities and injustices of the system - doing so will render your letter less effective. We also recommend you read Tony Rizzo's article in the Kansas City Star, Uncommon Path to Death Row. It shows how Cathy's punishment appears out of kilter with others sentenced to death (a punishment usually reserved for the "worst of the worst"). Not to minimize Brandon's death and his parents suffering, but put in this context, the Board may find there is room for mercy. (If you do wish to write a letter about the injustices in Cathy's case and in the Texas system, consider addressing it to the editor of one of the local papers, such as the Austin-American Statesman.) How to write an effective clemency letter Things to remember * All of the members of the Parole Board will almost invariably believe that the judicial system is essentially fair and just. Therefore, they believe that Cathy has received a fair trial, has received adequate appeals, and is guilty. When writing your letter, it does not matter whether you agree with this or not: this is what the Parole Board members believe and it is the context in which they will make their decision. * The members of the Parole Board are appointed by the Office of the Governor. They will almost invariably reflect the views of the governor, Rick Perry. * Most members of the Parole Board are not attorneys (currently, four of the seven members are not attorneys), so they generally are not going to consider the legal problems in a case. The members of the Parole Board do not think of their role as being a court of appeals. They view clemency letters essentially as pleas for mercy, and they will need overwhelmingly good reasons to grant that mercy. Things to do The bulk of your letter should focus on these points: * Emphasize Cathy's humanity. If the Parole Board members are going to consider clemency, they need to be able to see Cathy as a human being and not as a murderer. One thing you can do is stress that Cathy is a parent with children. * The Parole Board members want evidence that the person for whom you're requesting clemency has changed for the better. In Cathy’s case, it would be good to note that she has taken advantage of having spiritual advisors, culminating in Sister Prejean serving as her spiritual advisor. * The Parole Board members will take into account a person’s criminal history. People with extensive criminal histories have no chance at clemency. In Cathy’s case, she had no felonies and no violent offenses in her background, so highlight this in your letter. Things to avoid Your letter might briefly mention the following things, but you should generally avoid them, and the focus of your letter should not be on these issues: * Philosophical discussions about the shortcomings or the immorality of the death penalty. As far as the members of the Parole Board are concerned, the death penalty is a fact of law, and it’s not their role to change it. They have probably heard all the arguments before. * The facts of the case. Unless there are extraordinary circumstances, the members of the Parole Board are not going to be weighing the merits of the case or Cathy's guilt or innocence. It would not be out of line, however, to discuss the perceptions of the facts. In Cathy’s case, there is no disputing that Brandon Baugh died. It can be argued, however, that it was an accident. Realize, however, that they will be inclined to believe the forensic report on the injury to Brandon’s head. * Avoid personal attacks on the people who have been involved in the case. Again, unless there are extraordinary circumstances, the members of the Parole Board are going to be inclined to believe in the integrity of the process and the people who are a part of the process.

Jane Bond and Chad Tracey

Where: Opal Divine's Penn Field

Date: 2007-09-15 20:00:00

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Dine outside on the decks and enjoy a refreshing drink while watching live music in austin texas. All opal divines decks are water mister cooled. Daily food specials and happy hour drink specials.