The Sanctuary for Independent Media presents, at Christ Church (5th & State in downtown Troy) Standing Up to the Madness: Ordinary Heroes in Extraordinary Times. The book is not only a timely, inspiring, and even revolutionary look at who wields the greatest power in America–everyday people who take a chance and stand up for what they […]
We’re celebrating the re-opening of The Sanctuary for Independent Media by thanking everyone who helped out during troubling times–let’s enjoy the onset of summertime bliss together with music, movies, BBQ and more! It all happens at The Sanctuary for Independent Media on Friday, May 9, 2008. At 6pm there will be a BBQ out back […]
Part two of Andrew Lynn’s workshop. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn about an array of free resources available for getting media out to the world. Discussion and demonstrations include techniques for compression, syndication, promotion and more. Each participant will have a chance to create a blog. Have your own laptop? Bring it! Participants […]
Utilizing Indian rhythms as the foundation for a new creative musical experience, this group finds that ground where fiery solos, sonic explorations and exciting group interactions occur with the creation of a modern music that is respectful of tradition, yet constantly searching to re-invent itself. With Sam Bardfeld, violin; Ravish Momin, percussion; Brandon Terzic, oud. […]
Everyone has a story to tell! The goal of the workshop is to design and produce a 3-5 minute digital story. Students craft and record first-person narratives, collect still images and music with which to illustrate their pieces, and are guided through computer tutorials which enable them, with teacher support, to edit their own stories. […]
Termite TV is a video collective with members based in Philadelphia, Baltimore and Buffalo. Founded in 1992 with a mission to create experimental and activist work to challenge the status quo and provide an alternative to corporate media. Termite TV has produced more than 40 programs broadcast nationally on television and screened at festivals and […]
As seen through the eyes of grandmother and community organizer Gladys Bolivar, the documentary Venezuela Rising follows her and her compatriots five days before it is to be decided by popular referendum whether Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez will continue in office or step down. The entire nation has been mobilized–will it be SI–yes he will […]
Everyone has a story to tell! The goal of the workshop is to design and produce a 3-5 minute digital story. Students craft and record first-person narratives, collect still images and music with which to illustrate their pieces, and are guided through computer tutorials which enable them, with teacher support, to edit their own stories. […]
Internationally-celebrated filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy will speak at a screening of her new film The Lost Generation at The Sanctuary for Independent Media on Friday, June 6, 2008 at 7 PM. Admission is by donation ($10 suggested, $5 student/low income). Local presentation of Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is co-sponsored by Bethlehem Neighbors for Peace, made possible by volunteer […]
So the cost of a gallon of gas has reached $4.00. Yet our nation is consuming imported oil and natural gas at a steadily increasing rate. Meanwhile, we may now have passed through the pivotal point of "Peak Oil," leaving the world with an inexorably diminishing supply of oil in the face on continuously growing […]
Filled with archival photographs, Doug Blackmon’s Slavery by Another Name is the true account of the re-enslavement of African Americans from the end of the Civil War until World War II. Co-sponsored by Christ Church United Methodist in Troy. Contrary to public understanding, emancipation did not end slavery for hundreds of thousands of people in […]
The Underground Gallery at the Sanctuary for Independent Media features an exhibition organized by curator Claudia Lefko and the Iraqi Children’s Art Exchange called Don’t Forget Us: Iraqi Children 2001-2008 (Sanctions, War, Occupation and Exile) on view from September 12 through December 14. The show is open to the public free of charge an hour […]
Tomas Young, 25 years old, was paralyzed by a bullet to his spine after serving in Iraq for less than a week. Body of War (2007) follows Tomas as he comes to terms with his disability and finds his own unique and passionate voice against the war. This documentary was produced and directed by Phil […]
How do the Open Source software movement, bicycle subculture, guerilla gardening, and the Burning Man Festival fit together? Nowtopia (2008) author and Critical Mass co-founder Chris Carlsson connects these dots as he profiles the social networks that are cooperating outside of economic regulation and laying the foundation for a genuine movement of liberation from market […]
One of the most existing talents in African music today, Chiwoniso performs entrancing and uplifting songs with ancient soul and modern spirit. Backed by the mesmerizing interlocking melodies of the mbira and the deep grooves of an all-star lineup featuring some of Zimbabwe and South Africa’s top musicians, Chiwoniso’s voice resounds with defiant strength and […]
One of the most powerful and original jazz groups to emerge from the West Coast, Empty Cage explores imaginative new ways to integrate a diverse mix of musical influences ranging from shuffle swing to free jazz blowouts, minimalist percussion loops to complex modernist gestures, robotic grooves, odd-meter marches, heavy rock, and nearly everything in between. […]
More than twenty years ago, convinced that the 1980s experiment with free-market economics was a financial and social disaster and that much writing on economics was dry and dated, Doug Henwood founded the critically-acclaimed Left Business Observer. Invited here as part of the Capital Region Social Forum, he will address the current crisis of neoliberalism. […]
Digital Media Labs (DML) are all ages (14+) monthly workshops introduced by popular demand. Whether you are working on a documentary, making a music video, or learning to blog and post video to the Internet, these sessions will benefit you. Bring your own digital media projects and ideas, or just commune and share skills with […]
A live multimedia presentation of the work in Seth Tobacman’s new book Disaster and Resistance: Comics and Landscapes for the 21st Century (2008), just published by AK Press. The presentation/performance features Seth, drummer Eric Blitz and guitarist Steve Wishnia. In his bold comic style, the longtime artist, activist, and educator skewers the individuals and institutions […]
This is an all ages (14+) workshop which combines spoken word, photography, and simple video editing to create powerful and personal narratives. Everyone has a story to tell. With the help of our experienced community media teachers, it’s never been easier to turn your memories or dreams into material fit for television and beyond. Each […]
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