Fwd: Season Greetings from The Fountain

Subject: Season Greetings from The Fountain

Reply-To: info@thefountain.earth



Wishes of gratitude...

Greetings Dear Fountain CommUnity!   Happy Holy Days and we wish you a prosperous new year!  As so much continues to shift and change environmentally, economically, politically, and spiritually, may we each find ways to support the regeneration and health of ourselves, our families and communities, and the Earth. As we come to the end of this 2024 year, we at The Fountain are filled with abundant gratitude… gratitude to our Sacred Territories, Sacred Cultures, and Sacred Economics… gratitude to the Earth and all her relations: the rooted ones, the walking ones, the flying ones, the slithering ones, the swimming ones… gratitude to all the Original Nations peoples whose life affirming principles and ancient wisdom will carry humanity into the future… gratitude for the elementals: water, earth, fire, air, aether… gratitude for the challenges that help us learn and grow… gratitude to you for your beautiful presence in the world and all you do to help Life thrive… We bow in gratitude for your support in the multitude of ways that keep our prayer flowing forward. Some bring their insights and inspirations. Some bring their services. Some bring their resources. All bring their love and dedication to Mother Earth and Her Original Caretakers. Together we are united and carry The New Dawn!!!!! Abundant appreciation,  Jyoti Ma, Zahra Indigo, and the whole Fountain Team! Our Work Continues! Should you feel called to do so please remember that year end tax deductible donations are always welcome. We are a 501(c)(3) which makes your donation a tax write off! Donate to The Fountain today! Visit our website

The Fountain | PO Box 3550 | Sonora, CA 95370

Fwd: News & Notes September 2024

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Subject: News & Notes September 2024
Reply-To: communications@wmnf.org



News and Notes In this issue: (Scroll down) GM Message: WMNF's General Manager reflects on the radio's commitment to celebrate diversity Music: Song of the Day  /  Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with The Latin Block News and Public Affairs: WMNF's Meghan Bowman Wins National Murrow Award for Podcast Excellence Station updates: Fall Fund Drive / Security Enhancement Project  Upcoming Events: WMNF's 45th Birthday Bash / Living Mirror Playback Theater/ Chipotle / 5th Annual Tom Petty Tribute / Halloween Ball / Talking Heads Tribute Circle of Friends: Bonus ticket giveaway   A Message from the GM Randi Zimmerman  reflects on the radio station's steadfast commitment to celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly during Latin Heritage Month. Read more Music Highlights Daily Sonic Gems: Your Weekday Music Discovery Featuring new, local, and live music each weekday! There is no shortage of amazing music. On 88.5 FM and on our digital channels we have some of the best hand-picked music of every type imaginable. We'd like to draw attention to music that is new, local, recorded live, and old favorite, or is otherwise interesting by featuring a Song of the Day every weekday. Listen to the songs here >>> Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with The Latin Block Every Wednesday from 6 PM to midnight, join hosts Speedy Gonzalez, Franco Silva, and Isha Valle for a musical journey across Latin America on The Latin Block. Throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, we're bringing you special shows that showcase the vibrant tapestry of Latin American music and culture. News and Public Affairs WMNF's Meghan Bowman Wins National Murrow Award for Podcast Excellence WMNF 88.5 FM's Assistant News Director, Meghan Bowman, has won the 2024 National Edward R. Murrow Award for Excellence in Podcasts. Her winning entry, "One More Time - A Tribute Podcast to My Mom," showcases Bowman's exceptional storytelling skills. A recent University of South Florida graduate, Bowman has also received accolades from the Sunshine State Awards and is a finalist for the Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence Award.  Listen to her Podcast here >>> Station Updates Power Up Democracy! WMNF's Fall Fund Drive Amplifies your Rights Thank you to everyone who has generously supported WMNF 88.5 FM Community Radio during our Fall Fund Drive! Your contributions are vital to keeping independent community radio on the air.  We're making great progress, but we're still short of our goal. There's still time to be part of this year's drive and help us continue our mission of empowering voices and championing community causes. More here! >>> Security Enhancement Project: Gate Installation and Lighting Upgrade We're excited to announce that our security enhancement project has received all necessary permits and is set to commence on September 16th. This upgrade will significantly improve our facility's safety and accessibility. The upgrade will involve installing a security fence on the east side of the building, a new access gate, painting and new light fixtures. Upcoming Events Circle of Friends Circle of Friends BONUS Tickets! Not a Circle of Friends member? Become a sustaining member of WMNF by setting up an automatic donation of $5 or more each month. Join the Circle of Friends >>> We love to show our love for our WMNF Circle of Friends! One of the benefits to being a Circle Member is the opportunity to win tickets each month. Email Sam Hval at sam@wmnf.org for a chance to grab one of these free pair of tickets:  One pair of General Admission tickets to WMNF's Birthday Bash, Saturday, September 14th at The Floridian Social in Saint Petersburg. One winner per pair. Tickets will be emailed to you. Featuring The Dollyrots, Thursday Traffic Jam's Scott Elliott spinning music, cake, dancing, and more! The WMNF Newsletter is sponsored by The Bank of Tampa.   To learn more about The Bank of Tampa, please contact Ashley Watters, Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager at (813) 998-2716 or awatters@bankoftampa.com. Our Contact Information WMNF 88.5FM - Nathan B Stubblefield Foundation, Inc 1210 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Tampa, FL 33603 8132388001 https://www.wmnf.org/

Fwd: This is our wake-up call!

Dear Citizens ,   We are witnessing a profound and alarming shift in global governance—a shift that threatens the very foundation of freedom and democracy. Today's authoritarianism knows no boundaries, and its reach is expanding at an unprecedented pace.   Recently, London's Metropolitan Police Chief declared an intention to pursue international extradition requests against anyone who violates British social media censorship rules—even targeting American citizens.   Such actions are not isolated incidents; they are part of a broader agenda by elites who seek to control what we can read, see, and hear.   They justify this censorship by labeling dissenting voices as "misinformation," "hate speech," "far-right," or "extremist." These labels are wielded as weapons to silence opposition and stifle free expression.   Throughout history, totalitarian regimes have begun their reigns of terror with censorship. The suppression of free speech has often been the precursor to greater atrocities. It starts with silencing dissent, manipulating information, and instilling fear in those who dared to speak the truth.   This pattern is disturbingly familiar, and we must recognize it for what it is: a prelude to oppression.   We Must Not Yield   During the COVID-19 lockdowns, MI-6 labeled health freedom activists, including myself, as potential "terrorists." Yet, it is the authorities who employ fear as a tool of control, perpetuating narratives of pandemics, economic collapse, and endless wars to maintain their grip on power.   These tactics are designed to frighten us into compliance, but we must not yield.   This is a wake-up call for America and the world. We must reclaim our right to free speech and resist the creeping tide of authoritarianism. If not in America, the paragon of freedom, then where?   We owe it to ourselves, to future generations, and to the countless voices silenced by oppressive regimes throughout history. That's why we're asking for your urgent support right now.   God Bless, RFKjr

Fwd: Welcome to the VolunteerMatch Nonprofit Newsletter!

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