Presale tickets have ended BUT we still have room for you!
Go to the
http://synergy-la.eventbrite.com page and grab the information, please do not post the address. See you soon!
In a spirit of collaboration, AEP and NextAid are coming together for first time to raise funds for their vital work while creating a ripe atmosphere to celebrating community, purpose, humanity and synergy.
Featuring Live Performances and DJ's:
GlobeSonic Sound System
djs Fabian Alsultany & Derek Beres
String Theory Productions
DJ Nnamdi (Radio Afrodicia - KPFK)
Marissa Guzman (Live) (Juicy Lucy Records)
DJ Jose Marquez (Tumbé/Tribe Records)
DJ Bendewish (PushGallery / Heartbeat Collective)
Amadou Fall on the African Kora
MC'd by Joe Hernandez-Kolski
Produced by Jonathan Rudnick (theLIFT, Giant Step co-founder)
At Synergy House, a beautiful Mediterranean/Spanish historical eco-home with detached studio space and a lagoon pool in Los Feliz (location provided upon purchase of ticket)
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Donation Bar provided by Square One Organic Spirits, O.N.E. Vitamin Water & Steaz organic/fair traded teaz
Delicious African Cuisine and Desserts by Chef Kache Mwaro / Jikoni Catering
Live face-painting and ceramic art by Wawi Amasha / Mami Afrika
www.wawiart.com
Authentic hand-carved African artifacts imported by “Africa by Design.”
www.induna-arts.com www.africanangeltours.com
Live Painting with Ngene Mwaura
www.ngenemwaura.com
Atmosphere and visual installations by Rocio Mariposa, VJ Vhilm and VJ Theory.
Raffle prizes donated by Gather Green & Klean Kanteen
Silent Auction (scroll down to see the growing list of awesome items!)
Kids activities & swimming - all ages welcome!
This will be a Zero Waste event, thanks to Bright Green Events.
$25 presale
$35 at the door
$50 "Big spender" ticket comes with gift basket of goodies
Kids under 16 are free!
http://synergy-la.eventbrite.com
(If you can't make it, donations are always welcome! Go to:
http://cca.st/JQrmR6)
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About AEP
Arts:Earth Partnership (AEP) has been in existence since 2008 and has created a user-friendly green certification program specifically for the arts sector and cultural institutions. Endorsed by the cities of Los Angeles and Santa Monica, both have adopted AEP’s standards into their “official” Green Business Certification Process. Funds raised at the event will help AEP certify more facilitates in the greater Los Angeles area and lower the negative environmental impact of the cultural sector. The money will also be used to implement the Los Angles Arts Environmental Impact Report (LAAEIR), a project that gathers data about the environmental impacts of arts organizations in the greater Los Angeles area.
www.artsearthpartnership.org
About NextAid
NextAid is an 8 year old Los Angeles based nonprofit organization that harnesses the power of music, specifically electronic dance music, to support sustainable development projects that serve children, youth and women in Africa. Currently, funds raised are going toward the completion of the Kawangware Vision Centre (KVC) in Nairobi, Kenya. KVC is a youth-driven, locally created and managed organization that runs an ecological business making silkscreened gift bags out of recycled paper for the tourism industry.
www.nextaid.org
Thanks to our Partners & Supporters:
Green Festival Los Angeles, USGBC, LA Green Drinks, fusicology, Universal Rhythm, Nu-Soul Magazine, Motion Audio, Serendipity Arts, Indie Printing, Big Green Events, The Immigrant Magazine Inc.
Thanks to our Host Committee:
Bonnie Powers, Brooke Bendewish, Carl Welty, Dominique Smith- USGBC, Gabriel Avenna, Ed Zareh, Heather Lounsbury, Janine Jordan, Jeffrey Levin, Joe Hernandez-Kolsk, Joel Shapiro, Jonathan Rudnick, Lindsay Hawes, Lisa Lee, Lynn Tejada, Mia Mayweather, Mimi Campbell, Naomi Okuyama, Shelly O'Neill, Stuart Cooley, Susan Von Seggern, Wamuhu Waweru
Artist links:
www.globesonic.com
www.stringtheoryproductions.com
www.afrodicia.com
www.juicylucyrecords.com
www.serenityinsound.blogspot.com
http://soundcloud.com/jasonbendo/june-bloom
https://www.facebook.com/amekora
SILENT AUCTION ITEMS include:
Incredible, unique, one of a kind jewelry
* Org by Vio - a stunning necklace made by Amazonian artisans that will take your breath away. Artisans are paid a fair trade price for each piece of jewelry and 50% of the profits go back to the community.
* Jeffrey Levin - Whimisical, enigmatic rarities, and sentimental handcrafted pieces that will stop you in your tracks. For this silent auction, a SIlver Dog Tag with a Tiny Rose Gold Heart and a large silver NDU peace sign and featuring tribal motif carvings in sterling silver will be available for purchase.
* Liza Shtromberg Jewelry - A garnet princess ring set in sterling silver is the perfect engagement ring for the soon-to-be-bride that likes a refinded, nontraditional look.
* Love It's Eco Friendly Necklace - This necklace tells the story of time long passed and is made using natural elements, vintage trinkets and the finest in vintage materials. Designer, Tracie Pennypacker uses 100% environmentally safe techniques in her jewlery designs.
Theater, Film, Photo and Workshops
* Electric Lodge - 4 pairs of tickets good for one year to see a wide variety of cutting-edge performances ranging from dance, to music to film, at the Electric Lodge in Venice.
* Art 4 All People -Stretch your body and your mind with combined yoga and art! (10 people)
* Rock The Boat - Documentary DVD, CD, 2 tickets to LA premier
* G2 Gallery - A priceless photo of "Old Bachelor" a sea lion in Antarctica taken by renowed photographer, JJ L'Heureux. An excellent addition to any photography collection.
* Mimi Campbell Photo - Beautiful 18” x 24” photo of Narok, Kenya.
* Aly Kourouma - (aka DJ N'debele) paints African-inspired pop culture art that makes strong statements to inspire new perceptions- on recycled wood, metal, and army jackets.
* Ngene Mwuara - A marriage of the simple and abstract, a distinctive piece by this well-known Kenyan artist.
* Susan von Seggern - One of a kind Bob Marley photograph by Jeffrey Mayer - This photo was taken of the legendary Bob Marley at the Santa Barbara Bowl on May 31, 1976 by famous rock photographer Jeffrey Mayer. A collector's piece for sure!
* Susan von Seggern - Nelson Mandela 46664 Concert Poster - a limited edition numbered print of the Nelson Mandela 46664 Concert Poster from the November 29, 2003 concert signed by all of the artists who performed including Beyonce and Bono. The signatures are part of the print and not originals.
Experiences and Services
* LA River Expeditions (Joel Shapiro) - an incredible opportunity to kayak down the Los Angeles River with a pro. This is an experience you will never forget!
* Vacation Weekend in Laguna Beach - Wow that special someone with the ultimate quick get away. This fantastic package includes a 2 night stay at The Retreat featuring beautiful beach villas, dinner and champagne at French 75 and Surf Stand Up Paddle lesson for two with Rod Greenup at Costa Azul Surf Shop.
* The Farmer's Daughter Hotel - The perfect staycation for Angelenos looking for a break, this package includes a 2 night stay at the chic Farmer's Daughter Hotel (across from the Grove) and a delicious dinner at Tart Restaurant. Refinery 29 votes "Farmers Daughter Hotel the #1 spot for a weekend getaway in Los Angeles."
* Project Bandaloop - Reimagine what dance can be with an aerial vertical dance workshop in either San Francisco or Los Angeles.
* Breathe - Take a breather with Heather Lounsbury and Breath Balance. Heather is an experienced and knowledgable holistic health consultant and healer. She is offering a session in wellness and nutritional analysis which includes acupuncture and acupressure.
* Dream Circus - 4 tickets to the infamous performance art dance party Dream Circus, "I am Animal" on Halloween 2012 and benefits NextAid.
* Amadou Fall -30 minute Kora lesson with Amadou Fall - With over 20 years of experience playing the Kora, Amadou will introduce you to the ins and outs of playing this beautiful instrument that many refer to as the African harp.
* Soundscape Music Studios - Private In-home Piano and Guitar Lessons in LA and Orange County
*Pop Physique - 5 classes at the wildly popular workout oasis, mulitple locations available.
Products and Collections
* Heliotrope San Francisco - A luxury of a spa in a gift basket. Feast your senses on lotions, oils and candles.
* Le Marais Chocolat - Satisfy that sweet tooth with the finest fair trade organic chocolate truffles and French macaroons. Absolute bliss!
* Cyberoptix Ties - Smashing silk ties printed with high-quality water based inks. They’re better for the health of our shop, better for the environment, and they perform much better on fine fabrics.
* Make-up Designory Cosmetics - Enjoy long-lasting wearablity, flawless application and radiantly accurate color with MUD cosmetics gift basket.
*Skullastic - branded shirts, notebooks, rulers and notepads - School Rules! Pass it on!!!
* Chakwave Chakra Tonic - Tonics, tank top and private yoga lesson. Let your body breathe...
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