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Submitted by benny on Tue, 05/20/2008 - 11:20pm.
May 21 2008 - 5:00pm
May 21 2008 - 7:00pm

SYNERGY presents: Paul Stamets

Today - 5:00 P.M. - The Evergreen State College, Lecture Hall 1 - Free!

Learn practical methods for using fungal allies in gardening, mycoforestry, habitat restoration and human health, and how they can reduce pollution and provide immune-enhancing fungi for communities from Paul Stamets. This presentation will unveil new horizons for using fungi as allies for helping people and planet.

An Evergreen graduate (class of '79), Paul has received several environmental awards, and recently has been awarded a breakthrough patent for replacing chemical pesticides using naturally occurring fungi. He is active in protecting the genome and a strong advocate for exploring natural remedies resident within the biosphere.

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Submitted by enpen on Tue, 05/20/2008 - 11:17pm.
OlyWA Capitol Theater Free Wall
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Submitted by Pudding Pie on Tue, 05/20/2008 - 9:49pm.
We could all use a little more compassion. One way to be that is to slow down. Sloow waay dowwnn and give some love to your family without thought. Slow down and notice when someone is down and out. Slooww waaayyyy dowwnnnn and think holllistically ...
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Submitted by jusbytheclown on Tue, 05/20/2008 - 8:13pm.

Designed by my pal, Adam McIsaac of Pinch. Still working out the details of getting it printed. He recommends Cedar House Media.

I like the idea of rounded edges!

Jusby the Clown Business Card

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Submitted by CIAGuy on Tue, 05/20/2008 - 7:14pm.

this story:

Body Found at Olympia Bus Station

is in the Seatlle P-I but not our hometown rag.

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Submitted by olympiagal on Tue, 05/20/2008 - 5:27pm.
May 24 2008 - 7:00pm
May 24 2008 - 9:00pm

With Silja J.A. Talvi, author of Women in Prison: The Crisis of Women in the U.S. Prison System and senior editor at IN THESE TIMES; The Birth Attendants/Olympia's Prison Doula Project; and Olympia Civil Liberties Resource on the case of Briana Waters.

At Traditions Cafe, 5th & Water, downtown Olympia

This is a FREE EVENT/Donations accepted to support project work. Organized by the Mother's Day Coaltion with sponsorship by OMJP and TH CO NOW.

Panel starts at 7 PM (Sat., May 24th) with Q&A to follow.

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Submitted by enpen on Tue, 05/20/2008 - 1:38pm.
OlyWA Capitol Theater Free Wall
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mouseover photo by enpen
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Submitted by enpen on Tue, 05/20/2008 - 12:23pm.
OlyWA Capitol Theater Free Wall
photo by enpen
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Submitted by tovah on Tue, 05/20/2008 - 9:40am.
May 21 2008 - 3:00pm
May 23 2008 - 4:00pm

Porn Week started yesterday, with Robert Jensen, who spoke on the relationship of our societal concept of masculinity through analysis of mainstream pornography. But there are still events going on this week!

Wednesday, 21st Xandra Ibarra - Speaking on the under-representation of current sex workers on the debate over pornography. Critiques both those who defend, and those who oppose pornography. 3:00~4:00 @ Sem II B1105

Thursday, 22nd Films - two films screening (w/FREE popcorn!): Hot and Bothered: Feminist Pornography (only 35 minutes, and very good! and pretty graphic, but sexy) Made in Secret: Stories of the East Van Porn Collective (check this out-it's about an "Underground DIY Anarcho-Feminist Porn Collective") 1.5hrs 8:00~10:00 pm @ SemII E1105

Friday, 23rd Babeland presents: Women's Sexual Pleasure Workshop - Includes a plethora of information on how to please yourself, or your lady friend. Anywhere from pleasure-based anatomy to the G-spot, female ejaculation, cunnilingus, strap-ons, and sex toys. Open to ALL for an all-around happier and sexier world! 4:00~6:00 @ SemII A2109

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Submitted by Chia on Tue, 05/20/2008 - 9:23am.

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