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Justice & Unity is extremely sad to inform you of the passing on Thursday, July 24 of Eddie Ellis, executive producer of WBAI’s "On the Count: The Prison and Criminal Justice Report," at the age of 72. Eddie was a giant in his accomplishments and in his overwhelming compassion and caring for the dispossessed. The changes he was able to achieve in New York State prison policy while he was unjustly incarcerated for 25 years (targeted by COINTELPRO for his Black Panther organizing) were remarkable, and his successes only multiplied after his release.

Eddie and the team he brought together produced a fine-quality show, covering issues in depth and thoughtfully for 12 years. And Eddie brought a humanity and gentleness, as well as common sense, to his dealings with folks at WBAI.

Eddie’s wake and homegoing service will be held on Thursday, July 31 (wake 4-7 PM; service at 7 PM) at the Abyssinian Baptist Church, 132 Odell Clark Place (formerly 138th St.) between Malcolm X and Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvds. Tel: 212-862-7474. Please note (from the Abyssinian website): “Backpacks are not permitted inside the Abyssinian Sanctuary. Unfortunately, we cannot provide baggage-check services.” Also: "Tourists wearing tank tops, flip-flops, shorts or leggings will not be allowed to enter the Abyssinian Sanctuary. Women and men are required to cover their shoulders upon entering the church."

For a statement from the Center for NuLeadership on Urban Solutions, which Eddie had founded, about his passing, go to http://centerfornuleadership.org/2014/07/statement-from-the-center-for-nuleadership-on-urban-solutions/

For two excellent interviews done with him in recent years, go to:
http://blackamericaweb.com/2012/08/20/former-black-panther-edwin-eddie-ellis-finds-purpose-after-prison/
and
http://thesunmagazine.org/issues/451/the_run_on_sentence

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WBAI Rent Party Organized by Resistance in Brooklyn

 

1. International African Arts Festival – Thurs. 7/3 to Sun. 7/6, 10AM-9PM

2. WBAI Rent Party – Sat. 7/5 - 4-8PM

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1.  International African Arts Festival – Thurs. 7/3 to Sun. 7/6, 10AM - 9PM

Commodore Barry Park, Navy Street bet. Park & Flushing Avenues, Downtown Brooklyn

The arts and culture extravaganza begins on Thursday morning and runs daily through Sunday, from 10AM to 9PM. Get incredible African art – wood, brass and other media, African-inspired fabric and unique clothing, great food, live music and dance, and more. Strictly positive!!

World-famous reggae band Third World tears it up on Thursday. Maulana Karenga and others focus on mental health in the Saturday symposium. 

Suggested festival donation: $3 adults, $1 children; none turned away. All are welcome. http://iaafestival.org/

Community Progressive Radio (CPR-Metro) will have a table (stop by and say hi to Bernard White) and will be livestreaming the festival, along with CPR Reggae, on Fri., July 4 – Sun., July 6, from 2-9 PM. Tune into http://cprmetro.org

 

2. WBAI Rent Party by Resistance in Brooklyn – Sat. 7/5 4-8PM

The Commons, 388 Atlantic Avenue, bet. Hoyt and Bond Streets, Downtown Brooklyn

Wheelchair-accessible.

Join other progressive and radical people for an anti-4th of July party with proceeds going to pay WBAI’s office rent.

Suggested donation $12-$20 includes dinner. Cash beer bar. Party with spiritchild for a purpose…  http://www.wbai.org/articles.php?article=2063

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Celebrating the life of one friend and seeking help for another.

1.  Celebrating the Life of Producer J.D. Livingston – Sat., June 28, 1PM
2.  Helping Sharan Harper

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1. Celebrating the Life of J.D. Livingston

J.D. LIVINGSTON: Humble Warrior, Ancestor
Sat., June 28, 1-5PM
Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building, Art Gallery, 163 W. 125th Street (at ACP Blvd.) Harlem, USA

J. D. Livingston was the longtime producer of the “GBE,” currently heard on WBAI on Saturdays from 5-7 PM. “Thank you for your kindness” was not just the way that he acknowledged our individual efforts, it was the essence of his interaction with members of the community whether one was “ordinary” or influential.

Join Imhotep Gary Byrd, Rev. Al Sharpton and J.D.’s biological, community, and radio families in celebration of the time we had with him.

To record a personal remembrance, call (212) 592-3279.

All are welcome. (Photo ID is needed to enter the building.)

2. Helping Sharan Harper

Sharan Harper served as the Producer of “Wake Up Call” for nearly 20 years until she and 18 others were laid off last August. Many of you will also remember her as a co-host of “Emanations” and, outside of WBAI, for her work with Physicians for Social Responsibility and at City College.

Sharan has faced a chronic and debilitating medical condition that has left her virtually homebound for many years. Now, after a crisis, she has been moved into a rehabilitation facility.

To express your concern and, if able, to ease her financial strain, please write to:

Sharan Harper
c/o WBAI Justice & Unity Campaign
P. O. Box 2690, Manhattanville Station,
New York, NY 10027

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This is an update on WBAI-related news, events, and people.

1. Brooklyn Tribute to Elombe Brath – Mon., June 16, 6:30 PM.
2. WBAI Update: Still Ours, but Donations Still Needed
3. Pacifica Update: Who’s Paying?
4.  Celebration of Life of Producer J.D. Livingston – Sat., June 28, 1 PM
5. WBAI Rent Party / Resistance in Brooklyn's Annual Anti-July 4th Barbecue (held on Sat., July 5)
6. Settle the Central Park 5 Case Now!
7. Support CPRMetro.org (Community Progressive Radio – Online)
8. International African Arts Festival – July 3-6
9. Other Important Community News