In 2002 SESAME, Students Educating Students About the Middle East, was created by students returning from Palestine after volunteering with the International Solidarity Movement (ISM) and in response the looming threat of war on Iraq. Rachel Corrie's death and the beginning of the occupation of Iraq occurred within days of each other. Since then SESAME has expanded to include solidarity, advocacy, education and action on issues surrounding racism, human rights and foreign policy.

The 5th Annual Middle East Film Festival
Jan30 to Feb12, 2008
The Evergreen State College

Films about the Middle East, surrounding regions and the diaspora with guest speakers - film makers, veterans, political prisoners and artists. Topics include War and Resistance, Racial Profiling, Solidarity, Art, Refugees, and Identity.

Keep a look out for upcoming festival schedule available soon at www.evergreen.edu/sesame

The Arts Commission of the City of Olympia invites local artists and arts organizations to join a monthly community arts roundtable that will give participants the opportunity to exchange ideas, share experiences and create strong local support for their work. The next meeting will be held on Monday, February 4, 2008 at 4pm in the Olympia Timberland Library meeting room, 313 8th Ave SE.

Arts Education will be the featured topic with speakers AnnRene Joseph, Program Supervisor for the Arts, from OSPI and Lisa Jaret, Arts in Education Program Manager for the Washington State Arts Commission.

The Roundtable meetings are held the first Monday of the month, and are free and open to the public. For more information contact Stephanie Johnson, Arts & Events Manager, at 360/709-2678.

14 Weeks to Optimum Health & Vitality

1.Cultivate Body Intuition and Awareness

2.Cook and Eat for Optimum Health

3.Improve Digestion and Fuel your Digestive Fire

4.Understand Your Body's Cravings

5.Provide Yourself with Utterly Indulgent Self-Care

6.Detoxification and Cleansing Rituals

7.Be Part of an Amazing Support Team

Location: Fertile Ground

February 4th and 18th

March 10th and 24th

April 7th and 21st

May 5th

Cost: $400

To register or ask questions call: (360) 918-1809

Summer Bock is a Holistic Health Couns