No Police State Girl

Life After Katrina

npsg — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:59:53 GMT

Guest post from: Bruno Smith

After hurricane Katrina, my family left New Orleans for a whole year. Our home was a complete wreck, and there was just no way we could live in it. We went to live with my parents in Houston while the house was reconstructed. The kids hated being there, and so did my husband and I. We just wanted to be home, and couldn’t wait to get back to our normal life. It was difficult sharing space with so many people, and we had no privacy. Even though we wanted to be back home, my husband was worried abut moving back to New Orleans once our home was ready for move in. We heard on the news that New Orleans wasn’t safe yet, so we worried about our family’s safety. We started looking into home security louisiana so that we could get an alarm system set up. We thought that would be a good way to feel protected. We knew we couldn’t delay our move any longer, or we would all go crazy. When we got back to our home we were so happy. It looked even better than it did before the storm! I feel so fortunate to have my house back.

An Occupy Hoboken Art Show

npsg — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:52:25 GMT

Hey again bloggers, or whoever could be reading this blog. And today finds itself as Occupy Wall Street Day 141. And Occupy Wall Street and Occupy Together are still moving fast. And there will be an Occupy Hoboken Art Show to be found in that city of Hoboken that is to be found in that state of New Jersey that is to be found across the river from that city of New York, January 30th - March 17th. And I know that there will be an Occupy Hoboken Art Show in that city of Hoboken because this Occupy Hoboken Art Show Facebook event invite and all of those artworks that I am trying to make for this Occupy Hoboken Art Show and also that flyer that finds itself posted above says so, I think. And that facebook event invite reads something like:

Greetings all'

I will have a solo show of my artwork, paintings and mixed media assemblage, January 30th - March 17th @ Sovereign Bank, 86 River Street, in Hoboken, New Jersey, one block from the Hoboken PATH station if you happen to be in the neighborhood. This exhibition is inspired by the Occupy Wall Street protests and sponsored by Hob' Art Cooperative Gallery. Hope to see you there. Occupy Art Worldwide.

Opening Reception with refreshments: February 2, 2012 (5-6pm)

There will also be a hob - art's "Celebration" Exhibit

This will be the first show at their new gallery: This event will be a group show of Celebratory work in honor of the new space.

OPENING RECEPTION: February 10, 2012 hours: 6 - 8 p.m
CLOSING/CLOSING RECEPTION: February 25, 2012 hours: 5 - 8 pm

The gallery is located at E 208 at 720 Monroe Street, Hoboken, NJ. (2nd floor just a short walk from the 9th Street Station elevator)

Come out and celebrate with us.

hob-art.com/

Have a great Occupy Art day and more.

Look At This

npsg — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:42:07 GMT

Now here's an interesting phrase I find myself blogging about on this blogging day. background screening. What's that phrase all about, screening a background. And what kind of background. Well if you happen to be looking for that background screening or wondering what it is all about as I am, finding it and all about it can be just a website visit away.

The Laptop

npsg — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:39:46 GMT

Hey again bloggers, or whoever could be reading this blog. Do you happen to be one of those people with one of those laptops looking for some laptop speakers for that laptop. Well in case you are, you can find them as well as iPod's, computer speakers, cell phones, cameras and more at The Source with just a website visit away.

Buddha

npsg — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 01:37:38 GMT

And somehow I came across that photo of the Buddha that finds itself posted above throughout my internet travels on this day. And that buddha seems to be a cool looking spiritual, yoga, nirvana image indeed, or something like that. And that caption that came with that photo described itself as "The Tiantan Buddha on Lantau Island is the largest seated bronze Buddha in the world. Freedom of religion is one of the basic rights enjoyed by the people of Hong Kong, protected by the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China and related laws." And that photo above seems to Buddha, buddhism, hindu, meditation, peace, ohm shanti, Siddhārtha Gautama speak for itself. Have a great buddha and more day.

Music

npsg — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:51:15 GMT

Hey again bloggers, or whoever could be reading this blog. Now here's a phrase that has me wondering what it means, korg triton pro. What's that phrase all about, as it seems as if it has something to do with music and keyboards. And if you happen to be looking for that keyboard for that music, finding it and all about it can be just a website visit away.

An Online Act

npsg — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:06:36 GMT

First NDAA and now this. Is 2011, 2012 starting to look like 1984 or something? Now I'm not exactly sure what this SOPA, Stop Online Piracy Act thing is all about, though this Sopa Strike thing sure finds itself in the headline news a lot lately and also finds itself posted in that photo above that has something do with censorship of the internet. And that newspaper headline reads something like "Web Goes On Strike! January 18th, 2012 is the largest online protest in history, to stop the internet censorship bills that seem to have something to do with taking away those websites online that someone does not like or agree with that calls itself SOPA and PIPA. Join by blacking out your site and urging everyone you can reach to contact congress now. And what if anything, does this have to do with a No Police State?

Shampoo

npsg — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:03:26 GMT

Now here's a cool phrase to be blogging about on this blogging day. seaweed shampoo. Now that sounds like some kind of a natural shampoo that is made out of seaweed. And if you happen to be looking for this seaweed shampoo or information about it, finding that seaweed shampoo and all about it can be just a website visit away.

The Present

npsg — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 02:00:26 GMT

And as far as I blogger know, that holiday of Christmas has come to past this past year according to that Gregorian calendar on the wall. Though everyday can be a holiday. And if you are still looking for present ideas,The Source has them. You can find Christmas gift ideas, everyday gift ideas, music, toys, gift cards and more at their website with just a website visit away.

Hope You Don't Get Indefinitely Detained

npsg — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 23:34:26 GMT

And today finds itself as Occupy Wall Street Day 117. And Occupy Wall Street and Occupy Together those global revolutions, are still moving fast. And it's 2012 this AD year, an awakening, a time for change. And somehow I came across that photo that finds itself posted above throughout my internet travels on this web 2.0 social media user generated content day. And that Hope You Don't Get Indefinitely Detained NDAA, National Defense Authorization Police State Martial Law Draconian of an Act law photo that finds itself posted above seems to speak for itself. This Act was signed quietly this past New Years Eve violating what little trust remained between the people and their established government. And what does this have to do with a No Police State.

Forgetful Sister

npsg — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 01:55:42 GMT

Written by Fermin Washington

For the longest time, my sister did not understand how to use the http://www.directstartv.com/. I think I explained to her about fifty times how to turn the TV on and get to the different channels. Somehow, whenever I come home she has forgotten how to use it already. It is silly because it really is not that hard at all. I have a feeling it is one of those blond types of moments she always has. For whatever reason, she has always had trouble remembering simple things like that. It makes me wonder how she ever watches TV when I am not around. It is such a simple thing to forget how to do. I guess maybe I should be worried, but I tease her all the time about it. It is really hilarious to me in a way. I just explained to her the other day the different channels and how to turn it on, make the TV go to sleep and a couple of other things and I am wondering how long she will remember to do them all. How did she get so forgetful!

A 2012 New Year

npsg — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 19:41:39 GMT

Hey again bloggers, or whoever could be reading this blagh. And a 2012 new year is here. And if you ask a Mayan, it's 2012AD or 13.0.0.0.0, a doomsday end of the world long countdown for the Maya 2012 calendar that started on Winter Solstice December 21st. A time for change, the end of the world as we know it, or something like that. And 2012 is also here because all of those Jeff Stark New Years Eve nonsense nyc events says so. And 2012 is also here because that Nublu flyer that finds itself posted above and Malik Work's New Year's Eve @ The Lucky Basement facebook event invite also says so, as well as a host of other New Years Eve events and parties that find themselves in that city of New York and other places around the world. And if you happen to be in the neighborhood of that city of New York, some of those nonsense nyc events are as follows. And keep in mind, In 2013 I will watch 2012 and laugh. Have a great new year and beyond.

***** Also on NEW YEAR'S EVE *****

Rubulad Presents A Cheap and Dirty New Year's Masquerade

In which you will wear a costume or mask and we will charge you only 20 beans no matter when you arrive. Some costuming items will be provided for the challenged.

Starring the Drunkard's Wife, Friend Roulette, Hungry March Band, and Eye-Popping Puppet Burlesque by Laura McMillian. With your host Pierre Pressure, DJ dancing all night provided by $mall Â¢hange, DJ Shakey, Tropic C, and Soundman Cody.

Plus free non-disgusting champagne bunny toast at midnight, Putrid Puppet Show by Pierre Pressure, greasy truck fun from the Night Market, Scuzzy Old Modern Dance Awareness Society, G. Scopitronic's Sleazy Non-Stop Film Fest, Hot F***ing Tamales, gorgeous dancing girls, lowlife light circus extraordinaire by Norm Francoeur.

This is a party for scallywags and rapscallions only so leave your hi-falutin' attitudes at home and bring your dancing shoes. We have a lot to be thankful for this year, so let's celebrate. Door prizes for early birds.

117 11th Street between 2nd and 3rd avenues, Brooklyn
9p doors, 10p show; $20

***** Also on NEW YEAR'S EVE *****

Occupy 2012: Wall Street New Years Eve Celebration

What is your New Year's Revolution? 2011 was an amazing awakening. Lets start 2012 off right. Come celebrate with thousands of other members of the 99 percent. At our park and in the streets as we make our special New Years Revolution together. Bring a drum. Bring your instrument.

In the two hours before, we will reclaim our park and the area around it. At the New Year, we will raise the 99 percent, and then after midnight the party goes mobile.

Bring: Noisemakers, air horns, drums, anything that is loud!
We come together in protest and celebration. For those locked up, we bring that celebration. May this simple night of noise-bringing carry momentum into a new year of open conflict with the state and capital.

Liberty Plaza Park
Broadway and Liberty, Manhattan
9p-9a Sunday; $free

***** Also on NEW YEAR'S EVE *****

New Year's Eve Bike Ride and Outdoor Afterparty

Start the year off right: on your bike or skates. Come celebrate New Year's Eve in the great outdoors. We'll be riding up to Belvedere Castle in the middle of Central Park for the best (and free) New Year's Eve dance party in town with fireworks. Dress festive: Don't forget your noisemakers and party favors. Bring food and drink to share.

Meet at Washington Square Park, under the arch
5th Avenue and 8th Street, Manhattan
10p at Washington Square, or 11:45p at Belvedere Castle in Central Park; $free

***** Also on NEW YEAR'S EVE *****

Figment of Your Imaginations

This NYE, the great Electric Circus is coming to Brooklyn. Unicorn Meat, after a string of Manhattan club events, is fed up and running away to join the forbidden world of underground circus production.

Deeply hidden among Brooklyn's corridors and alleyways, we bring you a sanctuary of art, light, performance, magic, music, and fire. Greet unicorns, behold trapeze performers, contemplate installation art, admire aerialists, witness three-eyed freaks, and have tea with oompa loompas and space aliens.

We need you to transform this 11,000 square foot warehouse into the greeeeatest show in Brooklyn. Music: Nigel Richards, Hobotech, Arrow Chrome, Joro Boro, Mun (featuring Adam Wein's Flamingo Processing Center Experience), Skytree, Smoke, Max Mayfeild, Friar Tuck, Joy, Ajax, Pjoe, Mikey Likes It, Smilky Smooth, and Narkatta. Live Indian cultural music and down tempo in our comfy digital genie pillow lounge.

Circus performance set times: Rope Solo, Styramid Trio, Quetzalcoatl Ceremony, Cloud Solo, Silks Duo, Triangle Solo, Lyra Solo, Acro-Dance Trio, Contortion en Cloud, Trapeze Solo, Ballet Des Etoiles, Silks Solo, and Company Finale.

Electric Warehouse
1428 Fulton Street, Brooklyn
9p-8a; $25-45
Alex]at]unicornmeatnyc.com
electriccircus.eventbrite.com/

Dreamtime

Dreamtime is the moment we have been waiting for. It is when the past and the future converge in the now; the split second when we remember that all things are connected and anything is possible.

Two floors, 12 hours, in a 10,000 square foot antique wonderland. Featuring the hottest NYC and Touring DJs, live music acoustic and drumming, film screenings, interactive art, tribe fashion boutique, healers, art gallery, living art, organic food, yoga, workshops, installations, and community.

Future Antiquity (Meeker Flea Market)
75 Frost Street, Williamsburg, Brooklyn
7p-7a; $20-30
dreamtime2012.eventbrite.com/

A Word

npsg — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:30:38 GMT

Hey again bloggers, or whoever could be reading this blog. Now here's another one of those words that I find myself blogging about on this blogging day that has me wondering what it means. kelty. Now what's that word all about? Well if you happen to be looking for kelty or wondering what it is as I am, finding it and all about it can be just a website visit away.

2011 Equals 1984

npsg — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 16:15:34 GMT

Does 2011 equal 1984 as in the title of this blog post above? Well someone in politics just passed some bill named with a bunch of numbers and letters behind it that has something to do with taking away ones liberty in the name of security, or freedom, or something like that. And so what's that Benjamin Franklin "Those who would sacrifice liberty for security deserve neither" quote all about anyway. And so on this day finds itself as Occupy Wall Street Day 96. And Occupy Wall Street and Occupy Together are still moving fast. And Occupy Wall Street is having a press conference today, (okay that press conference was actually a few days ago, as this blog wants to Orwellian confuse me sometimes with its truespeak times, dates and histories in an attempt to maintain more than one blog...) in that City of New York in response to this National Defense Authorization Act, Sections 1031 and 1032, which will allow the United States government to imprison any person who commits any act they disagree with indefinitly and without trial thing as follows. And what, if anything does this have to do with a No Police State.

Defend the Bill of Rights for All of Us.

On Bill of Rights Day, Thursday, Dec 15 there will be a Press Conference on Federal Court Steps, 40 Centre St., Manhattan, 11am. A coffin of the Bill of Rights will be brought to Federal Court Foley Square, NY, NY

The Bill of rights was ratified 220 years ago, on December 15, 1791. It is shameful that today, in the United States, we are forced to come together in defense of the Bill of Rights and our civil liberties, as the representatives of the 1% who rule this country continue to take our rights away.

Congress is attempting to bury the Bill of Rights. The National Defense Authorization Act of 2012 (NDAA) includes language proposed by Democratic Sen. Carl Levin and Republican Sen. John McCain that allows for the arrest and indefinite detention of U.S. citizens by the military, on U.S. soil and without the right of trial. This is an egregious violation of our first amendment rights and comes at a time when we are witnessing unprecedented attacks on our civil liberties.

Some of these attacks include:

Massive spying on the Muslim community, including the recent revelations of the spying by the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and the CIA on mosques, Muslim businesses, and Muslim student groups;

The continuation of the policy of sending agents into mosques with phony plots designed to entrap Muslims for so called “preemptive prosecution”;

The recent raids on homes of antiwar activists by federal agents, who have carted away personal computers, cell phones, books, and other possessions and handed the activists subpoenas to appear before federal grand juries;

The recent, often violent evictions of anti-Wall Street occupations around the country; The refusal of the Chicago city government and the federal government to allow for peaceful protests when NATO and the G8 countries come to Chicago in May, 2012 to hold summit meetings.

The potential impact of the NDAA's provisions to expand military detention without trial could render the other issues we all address seemingly trivial; any activist stands at risk of designation as a potential terrorist, especially if their interests include either foreign policy or enterprises that impact the environment.

On December 15, Bill of Rights Day actions and press conferences are planned in New York City, Boston, Chicago, Minneapolis, San Francisco and other areas of the country. Several national coalitions -- including the Muslim Peace Coalition, United National Antiwar Coalition, Bill of Rights Defense Committee, the Center for Constitutional Rights, Committee to Stop FBI Repression and others are co-promoting this call to action.

In New York, representatives from civil liberties, religious, social justice, and peace organizations will come together to voice opposition to the National Defense Authorization Act and other recent attacks on our civil liberties. We will discuss our plans to fight for the rights of all people and to defeat this repressive legislation.

For information on actions around the country, go to: bordc.org/.

Initial list of participants in NYC (List in formation)

The Muslim Peace Coalition
Bill of Rights Defense Committee
Center for Constitutional Rights - CCR,
Islamic Leadership Council of Metro NY
Islamic Circle of North America – ICNA
United National Antiwar Coalition - UNAC,
Council on American Islamic Relations - CAIR-NY
International Action Center - IAC
BAYAN USA Committee for Human Rights in the Philippines,
National Alliance for Philippine Concerns,
Pakistan USA Freedom Forum
Activists of Occupy Wall Street – OWS
Committee to Stop FBI Repression
Muslim Ummah of North America –MUNA
Islamic Center of Long Island

A Degree

npsg — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 23:22:10 GMT

And it seems as if everyone on planet earth, or at least a lot of people have gone to one of those schools throughout their travels here on planet earth at some point. And now with the invention of all things internet, if you happen to be looking for one of those accredited online degrees, finding it online has never been easier.

Time Magazine Person of the Year 2011: The Protester

npsg — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 23:19:30 GMT

And Time Magazine has their recent issue with their Time Magazine Person of the Year 2011: The Protester article as its cover story that has appeared on this day. And I know Time Magazine has that recent Time Magazine Person of the Year 2011: The Protester issue that has appeared on this day because all of these news articles announcing that Time Magazine person of the year says so. And that description for that Time Magazine Person of the Year 2011 article at their website reads something like as follows.

"Person Of The Year. TIME. The Protester. From The Arab Spring To Athens, From Occupy Wall Street To Moscow."

"A year after a Tunisian fruit vendor set himself ablaze, dissent has spread across the Middle East, reaching Europe and the U.S., reshaping global politics and redefining people power."

And what, if anything does this have to do with a No Police State?

Display This Item

npsg — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 01:29:16 GMT

And so have you ever been to one of those trade shows where lots of exhibitors are exhibiting their products. And from those trade shows that I have seen throughout my travels here on planet earth, those can be some really cool events to walk around looking at all of the different booths that one is displaying their products at. And so I find myself blogging about trade show exhibits, table covers, table top display and directors chairs. And if you happen to be looking for lighting, sign holders, trade show furniture, banners, graphic tents, hospitality tables, trade show booths, directors chairs, table coverings, trade show flooring, literature holders, or just about any kind of item for a trade show that you can think of, the internet has it. As now with the age of all things internet and online shopping, one can find all kinds of styles and designs to design that trade show exhibit with just a website visit away.

Re Occupy Wall Street

npsg — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 01:21:04 GMT

And on this day finds itself as Occupy Wall Street Day 88. And Occupy Wall Street and Occupy Together are still moving fast. And according to that Occupy Wall Street website, Occupy Wall Street plans to re occupy Wall Street in New York City or to at least re occupy Duarte Square Park in New York City. And their their D17 Re-Occupy Facebook event invite reads something like as follows. Occupy Wall Street Worldwide.

RE-OCCUPY 12.17.11

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17th at 12PM
DUARTE SQ. PARK, 6th AVE & CANAL
PROTECT & CELEBRATE THE OCCUPY MOVEMENT
FOR SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC JUSTICE
OCCUPY

Join artists, musicians, and local community members for an
all-day performance event in support of Occupy Wall Street’s
re-occupation of space in downtown Manhattan.

FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION and right to assemble are sacred human freedoms. Occupy Wall Street has renewed a sense of hope, revived a belief in community and awakened a revolutionary spirit too long silenced. To Occupy is to embody the spirit of liberation that we wish to manifest in our society.

On Saturday, December 17th – the 3 month anniversary of Occupy Wall Street, the birthday of Bradley Manning, and the 1 year anniversary of the self-immolation of Mohamed Bouazizi – the act that sparked the Arab Spring – Occupy Wall Street will liberate another space.

Occupations create space for community, values, ideas and a level of meaningful dialogue absent in the present political and social system. They have allowed us to realize that we cannot fix our crises isolated from one another. We need collective action, and we need civic space. We are creating that civic space.

Outdoor public space plays a crucial role in this civic process and encourages open, transparent organizing in our movement, unbeholden to a broken political system. As we saw in Liberty Square, outdoor space invites people to listen, speak, share, learn, and act. It is a source of inspiration and empowerment.

Over the last month we have seen a series of coordinated attacks on occupations across the nation in an attempt to stop the growth of a movement for social and economic justice. Outdoor space is a threat
because it is a visible form of dissent– a visible challenge to the system, visibility that screams liberation.

We occupy to liberate. We move forward in the grand tradition of the transformative social movements that have defined American history. We stand on the shoulders of those who have struggled before us, and we pick up where others have left off. We are seeking a better society for us all.

Join us as we liberate space and deepen this moment into an enduring movement.

A Cover

npsg — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:35:18 GMT

Hey bloggers, or whoever could be reading this blog. What's a metal switchplate? Does that have something to do with light switches that have coverings over them? Well if you happen to be looking for that switch plate for that switch, Switchplate Superstore has them. You can find metal, plastic, porcelain, wooden and all kinds of switch plate covers and more at their superstore with just a website visit away.

A Rubulad Holiday Party

npsg — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 18:01:18 GMT

Hey again Bloggers, or whoever could be reading this blog. And Rubulad is having a party to be found in that city of New York this year of 2011. And I know Rubulad is having a Rubulad’s Holiday Revue and Santa Extravaganza holiday party because this facebook event invite, some friends who are playing at this holiday extravaganza and The Village Voice Blogs article says so. And it's that time of year again of seasons greetings. And also an occupy wall street seasons greetings this time of year also. And if you happen to be in the neighborhood, you may want to bring your Satan, I mean Santa, dancing shoes. And that Rubulad Facebook event invite reads something like as follows. Happy Holidays, peace on earth and goodwill to all mankind.

Rubulad’s Holiday Revue and Santa Extravaganza

Hey people, there’s only a week left in our campaign and there are loads of great prizes up for grabs, including:

- The Mega Monster DJs Box set with killer tracks from our all-star DJs
- Chicken John's Book including one coupon good for anything (like - anything!!), and... a limited edition slipcover by Swoon
- Immortalization in paint!
- Scopitronic Film Fest - rare footage of old music filmstrips
- Custom-made designer wear and millinery

We’re a third of the way to our goal and we need your help to get to our new home!

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rubulad/make-rubulads-dream-home-come-true

Rubulad Presents
on Saturday, December 10
Rubulad’s Holiday Revue and Santa Extravaganza

live music by:
The Underground Horns
Top-Secret Mystery Act
Santa’s Slaves

your DJs:
Ursula 1000
Ol’ Stark
DJ X

plus:
Light Circus Extraordinaire by Norm Francoeur
G. Scopitronic’s Non-Stop Film Fest
Hot F***ing Tamales
Modern Dance Awareness
Yogi Avatar’s Saucy Santa Sex-Position Photo Booth
Santastic surprises!

9:00 pm doors. 10 beans before 11:00 pm, way late or for Santas in full regalia all night; 15 in other costumes; 20 otherwise.

4th Avenue/9th Street F/R station. Exit on 10th Street and proceed 1 ½ blocks against traffic to 124-136 10th Street between 2d and 3rd Aves. Enter through green gates.

Presale tix available for Santas and non-Santas alike here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/rubulad/make-rubulads-dream-home-come-true

Rubulad is the official after-party of the 2011 SantaCon.

Please forward wildly!

Happy holidays from your Rubulad.